Inside the secret world of luxury hotels in hotels

Even if you’ve been Las Vegas dozens of times, you may not know that there is a secret super luxury hotel hidden in MGM Grand.

Called The Mansion at MGM Grand, the property on the property consists of 29 “Mediterranean-themed residences ranging in size from 2,400 square feet to 12,000 square feet,” all of which are located in “one enclave” land of privacy and fun, where the sensual riches of Tuscany reach their fullest expression,” according to website.

There is a small village in Tuscan, dedicated to the rich and famous, under a glass dome in the shadow of the famous green resort on the Las Vegas Strip. And guests staying in that VIP village will get perks like a private butler, limousine transfers, highly customized private dining, an exclusive swimming pool and more.

Interested in a vacation? “Qualified guests only,” the website warns. But what makes someone qualified?

A hotel representative remained tight-lipped about who qualifies, but a call to the reservation desk answered some of the questions.

Technically, you don’t have to be a pro or a Grammy winner, as I assumed, to book a room in one of these villas, but the reservation request must be approved by the management, The telephone operator explained it to me. That’s because those managers give priority (and possibly free stays) to the actual high players who are putting hundreds of thousands of dollars into the casino.

But if you gamble more modestly, or even non-existent, anyone who can afford the Mansion – I was quoted $6,000 to $7,500 a night for a two-bedroom villa – has You can make claims and assuming they are not all blocked by higher powers, there is a fair chance of staying yours.

One word of advice: Don’t try to book here when there’s a big event on the books, such as a battle at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.

Also, don’t try to book more than 90 days in advance, as these larger-than-life villas (including four-bedroom villas with indoor pools) seem to be reserved almost exclusively in case of a VIP guest. actually appeared in town.

While The Mansion at MGM Grand is undoubtedly one of the top experiences in Sin City, it’s not the only hotel in the city. In fact, there are quite a few on the Strip.

And now the trend of booking another entirely separate hotel, hidden or not, inside another is starting to spread beyond the confines of Las Vegas.

NoMad Las Vegas in MGM Park is a great example of a well-known brand setting up shop in a larger hotel. The Sydell Group, the force behind brands like Line and Freehand, originally created the much-loved NoMad New York, which closes in 2021. Following on from that hotel’s success, the Sydell Group, which owns it Park MGM, brought a taste of New York to the Strip as a hotel within a hotel, NoMad Las Vegashas its own porte area, or private entrance.

But that’s not the only one. Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas is nestled within the complex of Mandalay Bay and Nobu Hotel in Las VegasThe first company in the Nobu hotel empire sweeping the globe, was found at Caesars Palace.

While each of these hotels is different in what it offers, one of the great perks is that guests in more exclusive (often more expensive) hotels can still use the amenities of what Kott calls “host” hotel. At the Four Seasons in Las Vegas, for example, guests can swim in a private Four Seasons pool or take advantage of Mandalay Bay’s large pool complex and its real sandy beach.

But there is another type of hotel – one created by and within the host hotel to provide a high-end, luxury experience for those looking for something more than just a place to sleep in. night.

“As the entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas welcomes a wide variety of visitors from all over the world who come to the city with specific interests and preferences,” said Mr. Kott. “Now, more than ever, we’re seeing that our guests want a higher level of stay and experiences that showcase more customer service and amenities, and the on-site hotels offer.” all that and more.”

At his hotel, Aria, there are actually two hotel experiences in one hotel: Aria Sky Suites and Sky Villas, both of which have just been remodeled from head to toe. At Sky Suites, there are 400 suites with one to multiple bedrooms that can be booked directly online by anyone willing to pay up to $1,100 per night.

Sky Villas, like The Mansion at the MGM Grand, require management approval to release one of the resort’s most premium rooms that would otherwise be granted a high roller. Called to see what kind of price we might be looking at for one of the Sky Villas, a rep on the phone said he had recently seen managers approve a 3 bedroom apartment for 20,000 dollars a night and smaller rooms (they start at 2,000 square feet, so no that small) for $10,000 to $12,000 a night.

But hey, that’s the price of exclusivity.

“The Aria Sky Suites and Sky Villas at Aria are definitely separate experiences from Aria itself in that they both offer complimentary luxury transfers to and from the airport,” explains Kott. “They also have a private entrance and designated check-in area, a separate pool area, and 24-hour concierge giving Sky Suites and Sky Villa guests easy access to some of the city’s best offerings. “

And if you’re curious whether these insider hotels compete with their host hotels, the simple answer is no, according to Kott. “It’s a different kind of customer so it’s not competitive.”

One place to look for it is Miamiwhere there are some hotels that offer a secret (or not so secret) hotel within another hotel.

At the multi-storey Eden Roc Miami Beach, which opened in 1955 to the sound of a live performance by Harry Belafonte, guests will be able to book rooms at the Nobu Hotel Miami Beach, which has a swimming pool for guests from 21 age and above and private beach area .

Marriott got in on the action by opening The Hotel Beaux Arts, part of Signature Collection, on the top floors of the JW Marriott Marquis Miami. There, guests may not enjoy the same perks as in Vegas, but guests can have a more boutique stay in their rooms while enjoying shared amenities like the Enliven Spa, 19th floor swimming pool, Virtual bowling and even basketball courts.

Up in Palm Beach, Floridaguests can always expect a luxurious stay at The Breakers, a palatial beachfront hotel dating back to the late 1800s. But for a much more unique stay, head to The Flagler Club, a boutique hotel on the top floors of the resort with Tesla chauffeur service, a private lounge and rooftop terrace, a dedicated team to help with every need and more – all about $1,000 more expensive la per night compared to a standard Breakers room.

On the other side of the country, in California, From San Diego Hotel del Coronado has just unveiled a brand new hotel experience in a hotel that, along with other hotel offerings, is known as the “neighborhood”. The newest hotel, The Shore House, includes 75 one-, two- and three-bedroom cottages just around the corner the beach of the pacific.

Although the resort itself is a vast complex with accommodation types for all types of visitors, The Shore House is a luxurious, elevated experience, like a vacation rental with exclusive resort access, an oceanfront pool with private cabanas, a poolside bar and access to other resort amenities, plus exclusive concierge service for our guests. Shore House. Rates at The Shore House start at $1,299 a night.