Wynn Macau

Description:

• Opened in 2006 as Macau's first Las Vegas-style casino resort, the Wynn is much more low-key than the Grand Lisboa across the street but lacks the design pizzazz of the MGM. Still, it has attractions that wow the crowds: Performance Lake with its synchronized dancing fountains, colored lights, and music (chosen by Mr. Wynn himself); and the Tree of Prosperity, which rises out of the floor to meet a descending chandelier. The Wynn is most well known, however, for its upscale shopping esplanade -- a Who's Who of designer names -- and its landscaped courtyard pool, visible from the small lobby through a glass wall and from many public areas, making it an exhibitionist's dream. Rooms, decorated in simple brown and white, have views toward the sea (and rival MGM) or city lights (better), and large bathrooms sport sit-down vanities separating the double sinks. This is a solid choice, but to keep up with competition, an expansion will add 300 more rooms by 2010.

• © Frommer's 2012

Awards:

Frommer's

•  Highly Recommended 2010