The standard luxury hotel room in a major casino resort is beautiful, but it represents only the absolute bottom tier of what the property offers.
These ultra-luxurious ‘Villas’ and ‘Mansions’ are completely hidden from the public; you cannot book them online, regardless of your credit limit.
The Empathy Suite at the Palms, Las Vegas
Designed entirely by the famous contemporary artist Damien Hirst, this two-story sky villa is a massive, livable art installation.
The suite features massive glass tanks containing actual sharks suspended in formaldehyde, a signature element of Hirst’s controversial artwork.
- The suite includes a private, glass-enclosed massage room overlooking the glittering lights of the Las Vegas Strip
- Security for these top-tier suites is absolute; entire floors are locked off, requiring specialized elevator keys and private guards
- The sheer scale of the suite is designed to psychologically overwhelm the guest, reinforcing the massive wealth and power of the casino brand
The Mansions at MGM Grand and Macau’s VIP Villas
The Mansions feature private indoor swimming pools, indoor gardens, and dedicated staff who memorize the guests’ exact dietary preferences before they even arrive.
These Asian villas are designed to allow a high-roller to gamble millions of dollars in absolute secrecy without ever having to step onto the public casino floor.
| Suite Name | Location | Defining Feature |
|---|---|---|
| The Empathy Suite | Palms, Las Vegas | Massive shark tanks and $100k/night price tag |
| The Mansions | MGM Grand, Las Vegas | Hidden Tuscan village with indoor private pools |
While the rest of us play the penny slots, the whales sleep soundly in the clouds, surrounded by sharks and marble.
