MGM Grand
A six-acre pool complex anchoring the Strip
About this hotel
MGM Grand's six-acre pool area is among the largest on the Strip, giving a family genuinely more room to spread out than almost any other property on this list, which matters most during peak summer when smaller pool decks fill up fast. Renowned restaurants and high-wattage nightclubs sit alongside that pool complex, covering both family dining and adult evening entertainment within the same address. A spa and hot tub add a rest option for a longer stay, while pet-friendly rooms extend the trip to families with a dog. Golf access and full-service laundry round out the practical amenities for a multi-night visit. The scale of the property means longer walks between the room, the pool and the casino floor than at a smaller resort, worth factoring in for families with young kids or strollers.
- Outdoor pool
- Hot tub
- Spa
- Golf
Our take
MGM Grand suits a family prioritizing pool space above almost everything else, since the six-acre complex is hard to match elsewhere on this list. The dining and nightlife scene is genuinely strong, though much of the nightlife side skews toward adults rather than families. The property's sheer size means more walking and longer elevator waits than a smaller resort, which is worth weighing for families traveling with very young kids.
- ✓Book a room closer to the pool complex if traveling with young kids, to cut down on walking time each day.
- ✓Reserve dinner at the renowned restaurants a day ahead during peak weekends, since tables fill up fast.
- ✓Plan for longer elevator waits at peak times given the size of this property and its guest volume.
Why we love it
- Six-acre pool complex
- Renowned on-site restaurants
- Golf access available
- Pet-friendly rooms
Why guests love itThe sheer size of the pool area is the first thing that stands out here, with enough space that a busy weekend never felt as crowded as a smaller property might. The tradeoff is a lot of walking: getting from the room to the pool took real time each day, which matters with tired kids by evening. Dining on site was good, and having several restaurant options meant we never had to leave for a meal. The nightlife energy leans adult, so evenings settled into a quiet routine.