Mandalay Bay has been my favorite place to stay in Vegas since it opened. It's classy without being too exclusive or ridiculously priced. Don't get me wrong, your going to pay a pretty penny for your room, but it's going to be worth it. If you don't something satisfactory, just let 'em know...they'll usually fix it. Most of their staff is extremely friendly and helpful. Many that I've spoken to have worked their since it opened, which I think says a lot.\n\nSo here's some of my favorite of Mandalay Bay's qualities:\n\nthe Spa: this is the BEST SPA I've ever experienced...I've been to a few here and there, and I don't think you're going to find any better value. Splurge; get an hour-long massage, and allow yourself extra time after the massage to really enjoy the spa. Yes, it's actually a SPA. There are small pools of varying temperatures surrounded by big, comfy lounge chairs. Also, there's a steam room, cold towels, juices, water, fruits, a quiet room, and full showers and vanity supplies. Here's the perfect Rx for a Vegas hangover: get all warmy in the hot, tub, then wrap uo in a fluffy spa robe,  lay back in your lounge chair, and allow the sounds of soothing music and water falling to lull you into sweet slumber. Aaaaahhh.\n\nRestaurants: Yum. Haven't had a bad meal (well, except of House of Blues, which is technically not run by Mandalay Bay). Love love love Stripsteak, China Grill. Also, Red, White & Blue is decent, so is Raffles. Have always wanted to try Aureole. I'd stay away from the food court (at the far end, by the convention center). Room service is also VERY good. If you're more interested in paying for food than ambiance, just do room service...it's awesome.\n\nCasino: clean, smells great, not too noisy\n\nBars: Red Square & Forty Deuce are both fun scenes. Not a fan of Rum Jungle. House of Blues can be fun if there's a good band and you're at least 2 sheets. The Foundation Room is good, if just for the thrill of saying you got in (it's only open to members or VIP's). It's pretty much just a standard bar, but with a fabulous view of Las Vegas.\n\nthe Pool: Love the pools, wave pool (beach), and lazy river. Now they also have a beachside casino. Haven't had a chance to try that out yet. However, the entire pool area has become totally overpopulated and it can be extremely difficult to find seating, particulalrly in summer. Be warned...you may have to get there early.