MGM MIRAGE had several serious buyers for the MGM Grand Detroit, but ultimately sold the MotorCity Casino to Marian Ilitch. Due to Michigan state gaming laws prohibiting casino owners from acquiring or owning more than one casino in the state, MGM Mirage was forced to sell either the MGM Grand Detroit or the MotorCity casino.
In 2005, the MGM Grand Detroit Casino was the subject of a possible sale when parent company MGM MIRAGE announced that it was acquiring rival casino company Mandalay Resort Group, owners of the MotorCity Casino. The permanent, luxury resort hotel opened on October 3, 2007, with a grand event which included models and celebrities including Ashanti, Kid Rock, and fireworks.ĭetroit is one of the largest American cities and metropolitan regions to offer casino resort hotels. The casino opened in its temporary location on July 29, 1999. It is owned by Vici Properties and operated by MGM Resorts International. The MGM Grand Detroit is one of three casino resort hotels in Detroit, Michigan, and one of four in the Detroit–Windsor area. Octo 16 years ago ( October 3, 2007) (as permanent luxury resort) J 24 years ago ( July 29, 1999) (as temporary casino)
