Date: December 18, 2024, 09:50h.
Updated on: December 18, 2024, 09:50h.
The transformation of the Delano at Mandalay Bay into a W hotel has been completed in record time. Less than two months after Marriott International and MGM Resorts International announced the plan, the transition is now finalized.
The property is now part of the MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy, strengthening the collaboration between two major players in the travel and leisure industry.
The addition of W Las Vegas to the MGM Resorts portfolio is a significant milestone in the strategic partnership between Marriott International and MGM Resorts, providing members of Marriott Bonvoy and MGM Rewards with enhanced access to both companies’ resorts and exclusive rewards,” according to a press release.
With the introduction of W, the MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy now includes a total of twelve MGM-owned hotels on the Strip, such as Aria, Bellagio, and the Cosmopolitan.
Rapid Departure of Delano
The transition from Delano to W happened swiftly after it was announced in October by Marriott and MGM.
By early November, external changes were visible at the property. Now, the rebranding is complete. As part of the transition to the W brand, rooms at the hotel will be renovated, and the Delano Beach Club and Skyfall rooftop lounge will undergo upgrades. The beach club will be known as the W Wet Deck, while the Skyfall name will be retained.
W Las Vegas will remain a non-gaming hotel, but its arrival on the Strip aligns with its reputation for luxury and appeal to younger clientele sought after by gaming companies.
“W Hotels is globally recognized for its unique style and exceptional service, and we look forward to seeing the hotel’s evolution in the coming years, through its distinctive personality, dynamic programming, and elevated service culture,” said Mandalay Bay COO Travis Lunn.
Other Developments by MGM
As the largest operator on the Strip, MGM is also rebranding the NoMad at Park MGM. Hilton acquired a majority stake in the NoMad operator Sydell Group, leading to plans to discontinue the boutique hotel within Park MGM.
While there are no new casino resorts opening on the Strip next year, MGM’s hotel transformations come at a time of heightened activity in Las Vegas, signaling operators’ commitment to staying competitive in the market.