The standard luxury hotel room in a major casino resort is beautiful, but it represents only the absolute bottom tier of what the property offers.

These ultra-luxurious ‘Villas’ and ‘Mansions’ are completely hidden from the public; you cannot book them online, regardless of your credit limit.

Inside the $100,000-a-Night Empathy Suite

The undisputed king of extravagant casino accommodations is the Empathy Suite at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas.

The suite features massive glass tanks containing actual sharks suspended in formaldehyde, a signature element of Hirst’s controversial artwork.

• The suite includes a private, glass-enclosed massage room overlooking the glittering lights of the Las Vegas Strip
• Security for these top-tier suites is absolute; entire floors are locked off, requiring specialized elevator keys and private guards
• The sheer scale of the suite is designed to psychologically overwhelm the guest, reinforcing the massive wealth and power of the casino brand

Macau’s Ultra-Exclusive High Roller Villas

If the Empathy Suite represents modern art, The Mansions at the MGM Grand represent classic, old-world European royalty.

The Paiza Mansions at the Venetian Macao are massive, multi-bedroom estates featuring private massage rooms and dedicated, in-suite baccarat tables.

These ultra-luxurious suites are a fascinating testament to the incredible amount of money generated by the high-stakes gambling industry.