MGM National Harbor has debuted a $48 million second-level casino space. The 38,000-square-foot second-level casino introduces an expanded poker room, off-track horse betting, approximately 285 slot machines, a new bar and a new dining venue, the resort announced Monday.
“It’s a great result when positive customer demand drives a business to expand its offerings,” said Melonie Johnson, president and chief operating officer of MGM National Harbor. “This year, we have set new casino revenue marks. Expanding our gaming offerings will help us meet the desire of our customers for more luxury gaming entertainment space while welcoming new players to the resort as well. Most importantly, we are providing 250 additional jobs and additional tax revenues to Prince George’s County and the State of Maryland.”
MGM National Harbor’s newly completed space includes:
- Poker Room – The MGM National Harbor Poker Room has been relocated to the second level, increasing it by seven tables to a total of 46, with seating for 460 players. The space also features a two-table high-limit poker room.
- The Race Book – The second level offers a 24-screen off-track betting lounge created in partnership with The Maryland Jockey Club, founded in Annapolis in 1743.
- Snacks – A fast-casual dining venue, serves a menu of resort favorites from Asian-inspired bowls to pizza, wings and more.
- Terrace – From the 700-square-foot overlook, visitors can enjoy views of National Harbor, the Maryland countryside and Virginia shores. It also serves as a public smoking area.
MGM estimates the addition will add to state and county coffers; last year, the resort contributed more than $170 million to the state's Education Trust Fund.
The second-level gaming floor is open 24 hours daily and can be accessed via the guest elevators near the Self-Park garage at the west end of the property, or by the escalator located on the casino floor.
