Marriott International and MGM Resorts International have revealed plans to convert the Delano Las Vegas on the Las Vegas Strip to the W Las Vegas.
Anticipated to complete the property conversion later this year, W Las Vegas marks the latest step in the companies’ long-term strategic licensing agreement between Marriott and MGM announced in July 2023.
“Our relationship with Marriott has far exceeded our expectations, demonstrating the power of its brand portfolio and the strength of their distribution channels,” said Steve Zanella, President of MGM Resorts Operations. “W Las Vegas, the latest hotel to come to life as part of our collaboration, will allow our guests to access a new luxury lifestyle experience recognised worldwide for its distinct personality, dynamic programming and elevated service culture.”
“We’re thrilled to continue working with MGM to bring W Las Vegas to the legendary Las Vegas Strip,” said Leeny Oberg, Marriott International Chief Financial Officer and EVP, Development.
“This agreement is a pivotal moment in our collaboration, which continues to expand hospitality and entertainment offerings for guests. As a luxury brand rooted in bold design and nightlife, W Hotels is well-positioned to elevate experiences for travelers in this destination.”
The parties say that since MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy launched in March 2024, bookings are significantly outpacing anticipated projections with hundreds of thousands of room nights booked. The collaboration between the two hospitality brands means more than 200 million Marriott Bonvoy members can enjoy unique benefits and redeem points at MGM Resorts’ destinations while MGM Rewards members can status match and receive member benefits at Marriott’s global portfolio of approximately 9,000 properties.
Located on the Mandalay Bay Campus, the soon-to-be-transformed Delano Las Vegas is slated to officially join the W Hotels portfolio later this year, with additional property announcements to come.
With the addition of W Las Vegas, MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy will encompass 12 destinations on the Las Vegas Strip, including Bellagio, a Luxury Collection Resort & Casino, ARIA Resort & Casino, Autograph Collection, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Autograph Collection, and Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, MGM Collection, among others.
