MGM Grand Detroit is a commercial casino resort in downtown Detroit, operated by MGM Resorts. The temporary casino opened in 1999 and the permanent resort, with its hotel tower, opened in 2007. It is one of three commercial casinos in the city, alongside MotorCity and Hollywood Casino at Greektown.
Who it suits
MGM Grand suits Detroit visitors and metro-area players who want a full resort in the downtown core, with a hotel, meeting space and a casino in one building. It also suits people combining a casino visit with a game, concert or dinner elsewhere downtown.
It is less suited to anyone looking for a quiet, small-scale venue or a rural resort setting. Check the casino's age policy before you go; Michigan casinos set 18+ or 21+ by venue.
The gaming floor
The casino has about 100,000 square feet of gaming space. We could not confirm a current slot or table count, so check with the casino before you go if the exact numbers matter. Expect the usual commercial casino mix of slots, blackjack, roulette, craps, baccarat and poker.
Smoking has been permitted in designated slot areas since a 2022 change, while the rest of the floor was kept non-smoking. Policies can change, so ask when you arrive if it matters to you.
Dining and the hotel
The resort has a mix of restaurants and bars. Menus and hours change, so check the current list before planning a meal. There is also meeting and event space of about 30,000 square feet.
The hotel has roughly 400 rooms and suites. Because it sits downtown, it is convenient for sports and event nights, when rates can rise, so book early.
Getting there
MGM Grand Detroit is at 1777 Third Street in downtown Detroit. It is reachable from the Lodge Freeway and I-75, and the hotel has parking on site. From the suburbs the drive is typically 20 to 40 minutes outside rush hour.
Bring photo ID and allow extra time when there is a Lions, Tigers or Red Wings home game, or a concert, nearby.
Nearby
Hollywood Casino at Greektown is a short drive east, and MotorCity Casino Hotel is just west of downtown. To browse every venue, see all Michigan in-person casinos.
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FAQ
How old do you have to be to gamble at MGM Grand Detroit?
Check the casino's age policy before you go; Michigan casinos set 18+ or 21+ by venue.
Does MGM Grand Detroit have a hotel?
Yes, with roughly 400 rooms and suites.
Who runs MGM Grand Detroit?
MGM Resorts operates it.
Is MGM Grand Detroit smoke-free?
Most of the floor is non-smoking, with designated smoking slot areas. Check before you go.
Where is MGM Grand Detroit?
At 1777 Third Street in downtown Detroit.