MGM Grand Poker Room
Photos and Videos
Details
Number of Tables: 25
Games Typically Offered:
1/2 No Limit Holdem, 2/3 No Limit Holdem
Daily Tournament Times:
11:10am, 3:10pm, 7:10pm, 11:10pm
Tournament Buy-Ins:
$125-160
View on Poker AtlasOur Review of MGM Grand Poker Room
MGM Grand used to be a major poker powerhouse, but the room has shrunk and now runs far fewer tables than in its peak years. Reviews still call it a very soft place to play low-stakes no-limit, especially 1/2, with lots of short stacks and classic tourist mistakes to capitalize on. At the same time, analysts describe it as a "shadow of its former self," with less energy and fewer game options than the marketing might suggest. It is fine if you are staying there or hunting soft 1/2, but it no longer feels like a flagship poker destination.
Booking
Frequently Asked Questions about MGM Grand Poker Room
Does the MGM Grand Poker Room offer tournaments?
Yes. MGM Grand spreads daily low-stakes no-limit hold'em tournaments, generally with morning and evening start times.
Does the MGM Grand Poker Room offer an hourly comp rate for players?
Yes. Cash-game players earn roughly $1 in comps per hour on their MGM Rewards card when they are logged in at the table.
Does the MGM Grand Poker Room have a special hotel rate for players? If so, how many hours are required daily?
Yes, there is a poker room rate for hotel rooms, usually arranged directly through the poker room, and they tend to expect several hours of live play per day (around five or more) to qualify.
Does the MGM Grand Poker Room comp parking?
The room itself does not hand out free parking; you pay standard MGM self-parking prices unless you have Pearl or higher MGM Rewards status, which covers self-parking, or MGM is running a separate parking promo.
How are the free drinks at the MGM Grand Poker Room?
Drinks are free while you play and cover the usual beer, wine, and mixed drinks; in the poker room cocktail service is generally good and can be very quick at busy times, though elsewhere in the casino people do complain about slow drink service.
How good are the players at MGM Grand Poker Room?
The 1/2 and 1/3 games draw lots of tourists and casual gamblers, so they tend to play softer, but there are also some tight locals and more serious regulars, especially at higher stakes or during major events.