The Pool at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino

"If a quiet poolside retreat is what you are looking for, you may want to go elsewhere"

"Its vast Mandalay Beach includes a wave pool, sandy areas, and swimming pools; Broadway’s The Lion King plays almost every night"

"The giant Mandalay Bay offers a ton of features for kids (wave pool, streaming lazy river pool, shark reef aquarium) and adults (lively bars, world-class restaurants, a large spa), but the constant crowds, long lines, and airport noise can make it a slightly less attractive mid-tier luxury option"

"Book one of the decked-out Villas Soleil, where you and 15 pals can take advantage of your own wet bar, MP3 player, flat-screen TV and private third-level pool"

"Along with the lazy river, Mandalay Beach boasts a wave pool and sandy beach, while the 30,000 square foot Spa Mandalay is a much welcome sanctuary amid the hotel's buzzy scene"