Signature at MGM Grand Named 'Best in Stay' in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, NV, August 28, 2008. The discerning travelers of Orbitz.com, a leading online travel company, have chosen The Signature at MGM Grand as a 5-Star "Best in Stay Business Hotel." A non-gaming, non-smoking all-suite resort, The Signature offers a serene yet productive retreat for business travelers. The luxury hotel is the only Las Vegas property awarded five stars, the highest possible rating.
"We could not be more honored to receive this compliment from the people who matter most - our guests," said Vice President of The Signature at MGM Grand Frederic Luvisutto. "Businessmen and women are among the most seasoned travelers so their stamp of approval recognizes not only our unmatched amenities, but also the hard work of The Signature's employees and our utmost dedication to guest comfort."
Business travelers are sure to stay comfortably connected within The Signature's spacious accommodations. Ranging from 550 to 1,500 square feet, suites feature state-of-the-art technology including two phone lines, high-speed Internet access with wireless capabilities, flat-screen high-definition televisions, DVD/CD players and iHome clock radios for iPods. Full-size custom-designed office desks with hidden flat screen televisions also can be found in The Signature's one- and two-bedroom suites.
When the agenda is relaxation, guests can find respite in king-size, pillow-top beds draped in 300-thread count sheets and soft, down comforters; bathrooms stocked with plush towels, cozy robes and June Jacobs' spa products; and in-suite kitchens featuring top-of-the-line appliances and cabinets filled with bone china, glass stemware, sterling silverware and a selection of cookware.
Signature suites also can be used for small business meetings or an entire floor can be closed to accommodate larger groups, using each of the 16 suites per floor as individual stations. A selection of meeting space, ranging from 768 to 1,596 square feet, can accommodate groups of up to 130 while executive boardrooms are available for groups of up to 16. For those seeking an outdoor venue, poolside events can accommodate up to 700 attendees. Full-service audio/visual support, catering and specialized menus are available to customize any event. The Signature also offers a well-equipped Business Center and 24-hour concierge service.
Additionally, The Signature is just steps from the MGM Grand Conference Center, conceived to be Las Vegas' most elegant and versatile meeting facility. Self-contained and on three levels, the 380,000-square-foot meeting facility offers 16 Certified Meeting Planners and can accommodate up to 10,000 people. Convenient access also is available to the Las Vegas Monorail, a four-mile track that connects MGM Grand to the Las Vegas Convention Center and eight major resorts along the Las Vegas Strip.
The first annual Orbitz.com 2008 "Best in Stay" Awards recognized more than 100 of the world's top-rated hotels based on traveler reviews. Guests were asked to rate hotels on staff, room comfort, amenities, maintenance, location and value.