LAS VEGAS, March 2, 2009 - M Resort Spa Casino, the newest $1 billion
resort casino located on South Las Vegas Boulevard and St. Rose Parkway,
opened its doors to thousands of anxious patrons at 10 p.m. Sunday, March
1. Driven by a personal, hands-on service approach, the M Resort offers
the best service and value in gaming, entertainment and dining. The resort
opened in its entirety with an electrifying fireworks show at 9:50 p.m.
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The M Resort is the product of a collaboration between Anthony A. Marnell
III, Chairman and CEO of the M Resort and his father, architect Tony Marnell,
Chairman of Marnell Corrao Associates, the premier construction and development
company responsible for notable projects throughout Las Vegas including
Wynn, Treasure Island, the Mirage, Caesars Palace and the Rio All-Suite
Hotel & Casino. Since 1976, the Marnell family name has been synonymous
with architectural vision, quality and integrity. The Marnells set the
standard for casino-resorts worldwide with the Rio All-Suite Hotel &
Casino, which became the benchmark for many innovations in Las Vegas and
throughout the world that are still widely used today. The M Resort includes
both architectural innovation as well as the Marnell brand of hospitality.
"Working with my father on the M is one of the best experiences of my
life," said Anthony A. Marnell III. "He has worked with a number of major
casino-resort properties, and I think that over the last 40 years there
are things he's wanted to do and there are things that I've seen that I
believe should be different in casino-resorts. He and I have had the opportunity
to collaborate and the result of that is the M."
Cutting-edge technologies have been added to the resort to ensure guests
receive the highest level of service. The M Resort includes always-on,
seamless wireless coverage throughout, allowing guests in different parts
of the resort to access wireless voice and data services, mobile phones,
BlackBerry(TM) devices, PDAs and laptops. In addition, an on-site gas station
and M Pharmacy provide unique amenities for locals and tourists.
"I believe the M Resort has a lot to offer tourists and Las Vegas locals
and exceptional service is at the top of the list," said Marnell. "The
M has been laid out very differently than other Strip resorts and local
casinos. Every detail has been thought about over and over again. We are
confident the M will raise the bar for resort-casinos and express the future
of the industry."
Residing on more than 90 acres and situated 400 feet higher in elevation
than the resort-casinos on the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, the M Resort
provides optimal views of the famous skyline from the rooms, restaurants
and lobby within the resort. The M Resort embodies a unique contemporary
architectural design and is infused with rich colors, subtle horizontal
lines and finely crafted materials.
ROOM AMENITIES
The M Resort offers 390 exceptionally appointed, oversized guest rooms
and suites ranging from 550 to 2,400 square feet. The guest rooms and suites
are richly designed with beds featuring a pillow-top mattress and fine
linens. Each room offers a living space that includes high-technology amenities
such as a Bose(R) Wave(R) sound system, iPod(R) docking station and 42"
HD LCD flat screen television. The spa-like bathrooms offer guests a marble
vanity with double sinks, inlaid mirror television and separate bathtub
and shower. All resort rooms and suites feature automatic lighting controls
for energy efficiency and floor to ceiling windows with unrivaled views
of the Las Vegas Strip or mountains. Uniquely designed, more than 70 percent
of the rooms at the M Resort provide views of the world-famous Las Vegas
skyline.
DINING
Dining is the heart and soul of the M Resort, with nine restaurants
and five destination bars, all owned and operated by the Marnells. With
a passion for food and a desire to introduce new culinary experiences to
the public, the M Resort offers a wide variety of dining choices that are
designed to become another form of entertainment. The resort has dedicated
a block of more than 30,000 square feet of kitchens and culinary facilities
to support the nine dining outlets that also feature their own exhibition-style
kitchens.
"Food and beverage is not an afterthought at the M Resort. It is our
centerpiece and we believe it will be one of the many reasons our guests
visit us again and again," said John Lipkowitz, Executive Vice President
and General Manager, M Resort. Lipkowitz has been influential in the conceptualization
of many Vegas firsts by using his extensive culinary background and operational
expertise to bring the first James Beard Out of House events to a Las Vegas
resort in 1995.
Each restaurant was developed to allow for innovative social environments
and the majority feature outdoor dining terraces with paramount views of
the Las Vegas Strip. The dining line-up includes:
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Studio B Show Kitchen Buffet, which incorporates a live action cooking
studio;
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Marinelli's, featuring authentic Italian dishes with recipes from the Marnell
family recipe book;
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Terzetto, a steak and seafood restaurant with Terzetto Oyster Bar providing
a casual dining option;
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Veloce Cibo, the top-floor restaurant and lounge;
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Red Cup Cafe, an art-deco inspired 24-hour eatery serving American, Asian
and south-of-the-border dishes;
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Hostile Grape, a wine cellar, bar and tasting room;
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Baby Cakes, a European-inspired patisserie;
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Vig Deli, an eatery next to the race and sports books and
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Piazza Grille, a Mediterranean casual dining outdoor restaurant near the
expansive pool.
The restaurant mix provides a fresh approach to casino dining and was specifically
designed to meet the needs of the surrounding Las Vegas community and discerning
tourists alike.
M Resort takes great care in preparing dishes to ensure they are made
from fresh, quality ingredients, some of which are homegrown and all are
hand-picked and made-from-scratch. Terzetto will include a reserve list
of prime cuts of beef from the Marnell family ranch and Marinelli's will
feature selections from the Marnell family recipe book as well as a selection
of wines from the Marnell private label.
GAMING
With guest comfort and convenience top-of-mind, the casino floor at
the M Resort is designed to provide them with the best gaming experience
Las Vegas has to offer. From the industry's most comfortable and easy-to-move
chairs, to the latest gaming technology and the most convenient floor design,
gaming at the M Resort puts the guest first. The resort offers nearly 1,900
of the newest and most popular slots, a 12-table poker room, 64 table games
including Blackjack, Roulette, Craps, Mini Baccarat and Pai Gow. Dealers
are assigned to tables for an entire month making it easy for players to
find a familiar face.
Video poker players will enjoy payouts of up to 100 percent return and
the best progressives. Located adjacent to the M Race & Sports Book,
the poker room offers 12 tables and features Texas Hold Em' limit and no-limit
variations and daily tournaments. For added convenience, a text or television
message will inform players that their seat is ready. The technology continues
with one of the industry's first offerings of handheld gaming as well as
a server-based ready and full Ethernet floor.
At the heart of the M Resort casino floor lies a one-of-a-kind high-energy
gaming area known as the Jewelry Box, which is exclusive to the resort.
While many can only dream about having gorgeous emeralds, rubies, sapphires
and diamonds in their jewelry box, the M Resort's actually does, with each
jewel representing a different payout. "There are 124 machines that randomly
reward up to $5,000 to players," said Rich Strafella, Vice President of
Casino Operations, M Resort. Every Jewelry Box reward is celebrated with
a dazzling visual presentation for everyone to enjoy. iMagine Rewards card
members can use their points for cash back, comps and free play including
M Resort's on-site gas station and car wash, M Pharmacy, dining, rooms
and suites.
RACE & SPORTS BOOK
M Resort's Race & Sports Book is a state-of-the-art betting arena
with optimal viewing. Adjacent to the Vig Deli, the race and sports book
mixes the comforts of home with cutting-edge technology and high-energy
gaming excitement. Designed with guest comfort in mind, the race and sports
book offers traditional and VIP lounge seating to create a relaxed atmosphere
where service is just as important as the game. With an adjacent access
point and easy access to parking, the race and sports book is convenient
for bettors wanting to make a quick stop or an extended stay to enjoy M
Resort's amenities. The M Resort Race & Sports Book offers individual
player betting terminals, lines on all major race and sports events including
NASCAR(TM), golf, tennis and boxing as well unique betting propositions
and electronic betting options. Beer lovers can unite inside 32º Draft
Bar near the race and sports book, where brews are served at the ideal
temperature, the coldest temperature in town right from the tap.
ENTERTAINMENT
Entertaining at every turn, headline concerts, themed pool parties,
festivals and other special events will be offered at the 100,000 square
foot Villaggio Del Sole Pool and Entertainment Piazza, which will showcase
headline entertainment and an unprecedented backdrop of the Las Vegas Strip.
Ravello Lounge features nightly live performances by top bands and a late
night DJ.
High atop the M Tower, Bar Veloce's social and contemporary atmosphere
is coupled with spectacular views of the Las Vegas Strip. An open front
bar allows mixologists to interact with guests and prepare cocktails to
order. Live DJ entertainment in the evening hours and special "Velocity"
nights will take place.
M Resort's Lobby Bar provides an entertaining ambiance of live piano
and other instrumental performances while guests can order specialty cocktails,
wine and beer as well as dishes from either the Oyster Bar or Marinelli's.
Residing at the center of all the action is the stylishly-chic M Bar which
features M mixologists and the striking "M Girls."
MEETING SPACE
For the meeting planner, the M Resort offers more than 60,000 square
feet of open and dynamic conference space, including a 17,400 square foot
ballroom, multiple reception areas and a convenient business center. Designed
for optimal customization, the M Resort provides the latest technology
and connectivity along with unmatched flexibility.
"Because the M Resort is a boutique property, we're able to really work
with planners, especially those with small to mid-sized meetings, to provide
them with personalized service and the options and flexibility to achieve
their meeting objectives," said Drew Varga, Executive Director of Sales,
M Resort.
SPA
For the ultimate in relaxation, guests can indulge and experience revitalization
like never before inside the 23,000 square foot Spa Mio. This world-class
spa provides the latest treatments and pampered services. Spa Mio offers
16 treatment rooms, sauna, steam and Jacuzzi wet areas, full-service salon
and barbershop and a state-of-the-art fitness center - all with spectacular
views of the pool and events piazza, Villaggio Del Sole.
ABOUT M RESORT, SPA AND CASINO
M Resort Spa Casino is located on over 90 acres at 12300 Las Vegas
Blvd. S. on the southeast corner of St. Rose Parkway and Las Vegas Boulevard.
Situated higher in elevation than other resort-casinos on the Las Vegas
Strip, the M Resort provides optimal views of the world-famous Las Vegas
skyline from its guest rooms, suites, conference center and restaurants.
The resort offers 390 guest rooms and suites, over 92,000 square feet of
gaming, nine restaurants and five destination bars, more than 60,000 square
feet of meeting and conference space, a state-of-the-art spa and fitness
center and a 100,000 square foot events piazza. The M Resort will include
up to one million square feet of retail, a partnership with Taubman Centers
Inc. and a 14-screen digital movie entertainment complex. For more information,
visit www.theMresort.com. |