So MGM Resorts International have finally settled on some dates, beginning June 6, 2016, to implement their new parking policy.  The MGM Resorts Parking fee schedule will be staggered.  Aria, Vdara, Bellagio, Monte Carlo and New York New York will begin on June 6, 2016, Excalibur, Luxor, Circus Circus(valet only) will begin on June 7, 2016, MGM Grand and The Mirage will begin on June 8, 2016, and Mandalay Bay and Delano will start June 13, 2016.  Let’s see how long it takes for Caesars to come out with giant banners saying “NO PARKING FEES”, and then 2 months later, charge even more than MGM.

The MGM Parking Fee is varied depending on property, the length of time, and also on particular status.  Refer to the chart above for full pricing details.  Prices may be higher during special events. To prepay for event parking, please visit: lasvegas.parkmobile.com

Incoming Reservations:

• Guests with an existing reservation booked prior to May 19, 2016 for arrival on or after June 6, 2016, our self-parking services will be complimentary
• Guests booking a reservation on or after May 19, 2016 for arrival on or after June 6, 2016, the self-parking services and valet fees referenced above will be charged

Registered Hotel Guests:

• Your parking fee provides you with in-out privileges within the same parking type (self or valet) across all MGM Resorts destinations (subject to availability)
• Use your room key to access all parking facilities until 11:59 p.m. on the day of check out
• Parking may be conveniently charged to your room bill

Nevada Residents:

• Self-parking up to 24 hours is complimentary* for guests with a valid Nevada driver’s license until 12/29/2016
• Scan your valid Nevada Driver’s License for entry and exit (you do not need to take a ticket)
• Not applicable during special event pricing and does not apply to valet-parking

M life Rewards Member:

• Self-parking is complimentary* for Pearl, Gold, Platinum and NOIR M life Rewards Members
• Valet-parking is complimentary* for Gold, Platinum and NOIR M life Rewards Members
• Scan your qualifying M life card for entry and exit (you do not need to take a ticket)

Alternatives to Parking at MGM Resorts Properties:

As a majority of people visiting Las Vegas do not drive a car, or rent a car, this will not affect most people.  However, the people who do enjoy renting cars, or others who like to drive to Las Vegas, there are some options.

• Instead of renting a car, take Lyft and Uber everywhere!  It’s cheap enough that the total cost should be lower than renting a car!  Here’s our Idiot’s Guide to RideShare in Las Vegas!
• Park at Caesars and other non-MGM properties.  Parking is still free at other hotels, for now, so do it while you can.
• Stay downtown or grab an AirBnb nearby and Lyft or Uber to the Strip.
• Obtain status with MGM.  Pearl is quite easy to achieve, just make sure you charge everything to the room!

Click here to learn about getting discounted transportation with our Idiot’s Guide to Lyft & Uber in Las Vegas!

Click here to get complete details of the new Parking Policy and Fees of MGM Resorts International!