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The
MGM Grand Spa & Salon in Las Vegas, Nevada
Julie Register visited this hotel spa in
August 2000
 Grand
is an understatement. I could have wandered for hours in this mega-huge-gigantic
"City of Entertainment." Finding the Spa in the MGM Grand
is no easy task. But once I did, I found a calm oasis from the maelstrom
just outside its door.
The decor in the MGM Grand Spa is comfortable - using
lots of earth and water elements. The long halls that lead from
the reception desk to the spa gives the impression you are entering another
world, and you are. It is tastefully decorated with sculptures and
paintings. At 30,000 square feet, the spa is very large. But
somehow it managed to avoid the conveyor belt feel that I find at many
large spas. Perhaps it was because it was not terribly busy when
I visited.
I tried the 55 minute Biodroga Triple C Treatment
Special Facial which I thoroughly enjoyed. It is designed to energize
tired skin by providing oxygen to the cells to help skin rejuvenation.
The treatment includes a papaya/pineapple exfoliant, extraction, steam,
face massage with vitamin C gel, mask, and hot towel scented with rosemary
and peppermint. Kim, the esthetician, massaged my hands and feet
with a mint-scented lotion and put them in warm mittens and booties while
the facial mask dried and the rest of the facial was completed.
Very relaxing. I am usually more disappointed than pleased
with facials, but I think this facial is my favorite to date. I
felt that it actually improved the appearance of my skin and left it with
a healthy glow.
The MGM Grand Spa opened in July, 1998 and contains
30 treatment rooms, two saunas, two steam rooms, two whirlpools, two relaxation
lounges, two VIP rooms, and a state-of-the-art fitness center.
It is open 7 days a week from 6 am to 8 pm. It is open to all MGM
hotel guests and open to the public Sundays through Thursdays.
The 1,100 square foot VIP rooms are perfect for couples
who wish to have their spa experience together. They feature private
whirlpool tub, shower, steam room, big screen TV, surround sound, treatment
area, cardiovascular equipment, extended sitting area, and vanity area.
 The
2,500 square foot Fitness Center offers Life Fitness strength and cardio
equipment as well as cross trainers and treadmills, Netpulse (exercise
while you check out the Internet, email, watch TV, listen to CDs), Virtual
Reality (stair steppers, recumbent bikes), and free weights. Nationally
certified personal trainers are available.
Other services the Grand Spa offers include:
- Massage (Swedish, deep pressure, Shiatsu, reflexology)
Scalp treatment
- Exfoliating body treatments (aromatherapy salt
scrub, loofah body scrub, tropical body polish, or body moisture treatment
- followed by a Vichy shower)
- Body wraps (parafango
warming, seaweed nourishing,
Italian thermal mud, milk and honey moisturizing,
body firming, AHA)
- Facials (European, gentleman's, back purifier,
cleansing, triple C treatment, modelage layering, oxygenator,
sculptura custom blend, marine moisture, enlightened, chi yang energy,
acne)
- Waxing
- Nail Care
The spa is next to the Grand Pool Complex which features
five separate pools with a combined swimming space of 27,000 square feet
including a 1,000 foot long gently flowing river pool.
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MGM GRAND HOTEL
CASINO CITY OF ENTERTAINMENT
• 3799 LAS VEGAS BLVD S, LAS VEGAS, NV 89109
• Phone - 702-891-7488
• Spa Phone - 702-891-3077
• Fax - 202.530.5701
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Web Site
FYI
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To protect the privacy and serenity of spa guests, tours of the
Grand Spa lower levels are not offered. Viewing of the Fitness
Center on the upper level is permitted.
• The
separate Men's and Women's spa areas are a clothing optional environment.
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Spa robes and sandals are provided.
• It is recommended during a Body Treatment
or Massage that those treatments are enjoyed without clothing
although undergarments may be worn if preferred. Professional
draping is performed throughout the duration of the service for
privacy.
• All
guests are required to take a shower prior to their services.
Spa services are best enjoyed without jewelry.
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Although safety deposit boxes are provided, you will be very relaxed
and it is recommended that you travel light to the spa with little
or no jewelry, valuables or other items that may be easily forgotten.
• Because
the spa treatment begins at the appointment time, please arrive
30 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment to allow time for
check in and changing.
•
You my enjoy the full spa facility prior to or after your treatment.
Arriving late will interfere with your treatment time and will
reduce the integrity of the treatment.
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Late arrivals will be responsible for the full cost of the scheduled
service time. Late arrivals wil not receive and extension of scheduled
treatment. You will enjoy your spa experience more if you plan
to spend some time unwinding in our spa before your treatment
begins.
• You
may request a male or female therapist, however, the availability
of paticular therapist can not be guaranteed.
• Shaving
is not recommended before a Body Treatment, Salt Scrub or Men's
Facial. If you choose to shave, please shave at least four hours
prior to your service.
• Massages
or body scrubs are not recommended if sunburned.
• Alcohol
and smoking are not permitted in the Grand Spa.
• Children
under 12 are not permitted to to use the spa facilities. Young
adults between the ages of 12 and 18 may enjoy the spa facilities
with an adult present. We are unable to offer massages or skin
care services to anyone under the age of 18. Nail care is available
starting at age 12.
• In
order to protect the peaceful environment, please turn off all
cell phones and pagers while at the spa.
• Non
Hotel Guests are invited for spa services Monday through Thursday.
Spa Facility passes are available to Hotel guests only.
Spa Entrance
Reception Desk
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Hallway to Spa
Women's Spa Check-In Desk
Whirlpool - Women's Spa
Relaxation Waiting Area - Women's Spa
Sinks in Vanity Area - Women's Spa
Vanity Area - Women's Spa
VIP Suite
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Copyright Julie Register 2000
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