For the second consecutive year, AAA has awarded SKYLOFTS at MGM Grand and Joel Robuchon the highly coveted Five Diamond Award, an accolade that recognizes these establishments among the world's most elite hotels and restaurants.


"The AAA Five Diamond Award is a wonderful compliment for two of our newer offerings," said MGM Grand President & COO Gamal Aziz.  "For SKYLOFTS and Joel Robuchon to once again earn this distinction reflects MGM Grand's ongoing commitment to delivering superior products and experiences to our guests."


For 2008, AAA evaluated nearly 60,000 hotels and dining establishments across the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean throughout a 12-month period.  Of those, only 100 resorts and 60 restaurants earned the esteemed AAA Five Diamond designation.       


These prestigious honors follow a multi-year evolution that has redefined MGM Grand as the ultimate Las Vegas experience.  SKYLOFTS at MGM Grand, one of only five Las Vegas hotels to earn this honor, debuted in January 2005 as a rare and private sanctuary of 51 two-story accommodations with expansive views of the Las Vegas skyline.  SKYLOFTS provides the quintessential Loft environment and the height of personalized attention including Dream, Spa and Music Butlers, 24-hour concierge service, luggage packing and unpacking services and pre-engraved stationery. 


Culinary history was made in Las Vegas when legendary Chef Joel Robuchon opened his first fine dining restaurant in the United States at MGM Grand in September 2005.  Named "Chef of the Century" along with scores of other accolades and honors, Chef Joel Robuchon presents unparalleled cuisine in a stunning setting.  In a city which has become known as a world-class dining destination, Joel Robuchon stands out among the best as one of only four Five Diamond restaurant award winners.


Chef Joel Robuchon said, "We are honored to receive this prestigious award for a second year.  Each and every day we work to achieve the very best and this award let's us know we are accomplishing our goal."


Hotels and restaurants must meet a list of stringent criteria evaluated by AAA trained professionals to receive the AAA Five Diamond Award.  AAA experts judge lodgings on the exterior of the facility, public areas, guest rooms, amenities and bathrooms. Restaurants are evaluated on criteria including food, service, décor and ambience.


Michael Geeser, AAA Nevada spokesperson, said, "Five Diamond Awards translate into the ultimate in luxury and sophistication.  These characteristics are on full display at SKYLOFTS at MGM Grand and the restaurant, Joel Robuchon."


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