Promotional material for Wet Republic back in the day promised the birth of "daylife," which, to be fair, actually sounds like a lot more than just a pool party.
The space, which also goes by the moniker, "the ultra pool at MGM Grand," occupies 53,000 square feet and every single inch of it is dedicated to aspects of Wet Republic's vibe. White, blue and other crisp, clean colors decorate the venue (and the servers, who, as it turns out, are all models).
There are two saltwater pools, the first in Las Vegas, that together measure more than 6,000 square feet.
A bar area, complete with a very ultra-lounge feel (but outdoors and during the day), runs the length of the main pools and it's set up to be a pretty great meeting spot. From that bar comes not only frozen drinks and cocktails, but Wet Republic's "pitcher" service -- pitchers full of fun, summer drinks, like mojitos. Not surprisingly, Wet Republic is for guests 21 and older.
How you want to sit at the pool (versus the bar) depends on how you want to spend the day. For in-pool action, 18 water lounges are scattered throughout the shallow end of the pool. If that sounds good, except for the whole being-in-the-water part, there are 80 chaise lounges laid out around the deck, with reversible headrests for when the sun is facing the other way.
If the pockets on your swim trunks run deep, there are 18 daybed options. If they run deeper still, 10 party cabanas line the side of the pool. If you're going to go all out (but not all off -- Wet Republic bucked the trend of European pools in Vegas and is requiring women to wear tops), check in to one of the pool's six "VIP bungalows."
The bungalows, which are probably nicer than what's in your house, come with reserved chaise lounges, a fridge, an Xbox 360, a flat-screen TV and they share a private spa area and bathroom.
No one ever wants to talk about parking, but it's always there, lurking a 20-minute walk away from your destination, frustrating and inconveniencing you. Clearly the minds behind Wet Republic have made a few parking lot runs in their day because separate parking for the venue is an added bonus. A parking deck and valet located just off Koval Lane (or, for those that don't drive around Sin City much, a street behind the MGM Grand) is another feather in Wet Republic's cap.
Pool fare in Sin City has long pulled from kitchens belonging to other restaurants in the hotel, but Wet Republic is equipped with its own dedicated kitchen.
Wet Republic is also spacious enough to host entertainers, when it's warranted (which is always) and they don't hesitate to bring in big-name DJ talent to spin for pool guests.
-- Staff Report
