Its iconic volcano fountain was among Las Vegas's first strip-side attractions, pre-dating the Venetian's canals and the Bellagio's fountains. The Mirage, developed by former casino mogul Steve Wynn, opened with a Polynesian theme more than three decades ago. The sale marks the end of an era for a property credited with helping transform Las Vegas from a gambling hub into an ultra-luxury resort destination with broader appeal. Hard Rock International, which is owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, plans to build a guitar-shaped hotel at the 80-acre property, Hard Rock chairman Jim Allen said in a statement. In what MGM Resorts International CEO and President Bill Hornbuckle called "a significant milestone for MGM Resorts and for Las Vegas," the companies announced that MGM Resorts will sell operations of The Mirage to Hard Rock International in a cash deal worth nearly $1.1 billion. ![]() ![]() LAS VEGAS - Hard Rock International said Monday it wants to see how a guitar-shaped hotel will play in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip.
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