What’s included at MGM National Harbor and what costs extra
Room rates at MGM National Harbor cover the guest room you book (Resort Room, Potomac Room, Capital Room, or Restore Capital Room) and standard in-room amenities; a mandatory nightly resort fee is charged separately and includes fitness-center access, in-room bottled water and coffee, and internet access. Many other services—spa treatments, dining, parking, refundable incidentals deposit, and some pool extras—cost extra.
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What the room rate and resort fee include
Your base room rate covers the guest room itself (choose from Resort Room, Potomac Room, Capital Room, or Restore Capital Room) and the basic bedding and in-room amenities listed on your reservation.
In addition to the room rate, MGM National Harbor charges a mandatory resort fee per night. The resort fee includes fitness-center access, in-room bottled water, in-room coffee, and internet access.
Wi‑Fi is included through the resort fee per the property listing, though some third-party listings may show separate internet charges—check your confirmation if you need guaranteed high-speed access.
- Room types included: Resort Room, Potomac Room, Capital Room, Restore Capital Room
- Resort fee covers: fitness center access, in-room bottled water, in-room coffee, internet
- Resort fee is mandatory and charged per accommodation, per night
| Item | Usually Included |
|---|---|
| Guest room | Yes (rate) |
| Resort fee amenities (fitness, water, coffee, internet) | Yes (separate fee) |
| Meals and drinks | No (pay as you go) |
Dining and drinks — most items cost extra
MGM National Harbor has more than a dozen restaurants and bars on property, including Voltaggio Brothers Steak House, Ginger, Diablo's Cantina, Osteria Costa, Bread + Butter, Shake Shack, National Market, Bellagio Patisserie, and Harbor Provisions.
Meals and alcoholic drinks are charged a la carte; breakfast is not included with room rates and carries a surcharge if you eat at on-site breakfast venues.
- Signature/fine-dining: Voltaggio Brothers Steak House (reservation recommended; set hours for Wed–Sun)
- Casual and fast-casual: Shake Shack, Zizi's Pizza, National Market food-hall options
- Bars and viewing: BetMGM Sportsbook & Lounge, TAP Sports Bar, Diablo's Cantina
| Type | Example Venues |
|---|---|
| Fine dining | Voltaggio Brothers Steak House |
| Casual dining / food hall | Bread + Butter, National Market |
| Quick service | Shake Shack, Zizi's Pizza |
Spa, wellness and fitness — access vs. treatments
The Spa & Salon at MGM National Harbor is a separate two-level, 27,000-square-foot facility with treatment rooms, hydrotherapy, a Vichy room, and locker-room amenities. Spa treatments (massages, facials, body treatments, salon services) are charged per service.
Locker-room facilities, hydrotherapy circuit, relaxation lounge and related spa amenities are available to spa guests; the spa does not admit guests under 18. Fitness-center access is included with the resort fee for hotel guests.
- Spa amenities: men's/women's lockers, showers, sauna, indoor whirlpool, relaxation lounge
- Spa treatments: massages, facials, body wraps, hair and nail services (extra cost)
- Fitness center: on-site advanced gym with cardio and weights; listed as complimentary via the resort fee
| Service | Included or Extra |
|---|---|
| Fitness center access | Included with resort fee |
| Spa facility day access (hydrotherapy, lounge) | Available to spa guests (spa access tied to booked treatments) |
| Treatments (massage, facial, salon) | Extra (book and pay separately) |
Pool, children and seasonal notes
MGM National Harbor has a seasonal outdoor rooftop pool on a second-floor deck with lounge chairs, umbrellas and private day-pod cabanas that offer food and beverage service. The pool is typically open seasonally (commonly Memorial Day through Labor Day).
Children are allowed at the pool — the outdoor pool is not restricted to adults — but cabana or certain pool services may carry additional charges. Pool hours and exact seasonal dates can vary, so confirm current opening times with the resort before you travel.
- Pool type: seasonal outdoor rooftop pool with river views
- Day pod cabanas: available for food/beverage service (typically extra)
- Typical season: roughly Memorial Day–Labor Day (verify current schedule)
| Feature | Typical policy |
|---|---|
| Child access | Allowed at pool |
| Pool seasonality | Seasonal (typically late spring–summer) |
| Cabanas / pool-side F&B | Additional charges |
Casino, entertainment and age restrictions
MGM National Harbor is a casino-centric resort with a full gaming floor and a 3,000-seat Theater that hosts live music, comedy and other shows. Gaming and gambling require guests to be 21 or older.
While children can stay in hotel rooms and use family-friendly areas like the pool, the casino floor is restricted to those 21 and over. The Theater and some nightlife venues are oriented toward adult audiences; check age policies for specific shows or special events.
- Minimum age to check in and to gamble: 21
- The Theater: 3,000 seats with VIP suites (tickets and events priced separately)
- Family access: children may stay in rooms and use the pool, but not the casino
| Area | Minimum age |
|---|---|
| Check-in / gambling | 21 |
| Spa | 18+ not permitted under 18 |
| Pool | All ages allowed |
Parking, deposits and payment policies
On-site self-parking and valet parking are available for a daily fee. Height restrictions apply in some parking areas. The property accepts major credit cards and is reported not to accept cash or debit cards for payment in some listings.
A refundable incidental deposit is typically collected at check-in per accommodation, per day. Specific rates for parking, deposit and accepted payment types can vary, so confirm the amounts and accepted forms of payment at check-in or on your booking confirmation.
- Self parking: available for a daily fee (listed on property pages)
- Valet parking: available for a higher daily fee
- Refundable incidental deposit: collected at check-in (per accommodation, per day)
| Item | Typical policy (verify at booking) |
|---|---|
| Self parking | Daily fee charged |
| Valet parking | Daily fee charged |
| Incidentals deposit | Refundable deposit collected at check-in |
Meetings, events and wedding spaces (what costs extra)
MGM National Harbor has a large range of event spaces — from the MGM Grand Ballroom to Salons A–C, ARIA, Beau Rivage and The Theater — and event rental, audio/visual, and catering services are all charged separately from guest-room rates.
Outdoor terraces and Potomac Plaza are available for ceremonies and receptions but require booked event space, catering and beverage minimums. Private dining and in-restaurant buyouts are also extra and handled through the resort's events and catering team.
- Event spaces: MGM Grand Ballroom, Bellagio Ballroom, Salon A/B/C, ARIA, Beau Rivage, Mandalay Bay, The Theater, Potomac Plaza
- Event costs: room rental, A/V, catering, bar service, and staffing are additional
- Capacities vary widely — The Theater seats 3,000; MGM Grand Ballroom and Potomac Plaza have large capacities — confirm exact capacities with the events team
| Space | Notes |
|---|---|
| Theater | 3,000 seats; rentable for private events (fees and F&B minimums apply) |
| MGM Grand Ballroom | Largest ballroom with River views; rental and catering extra |
| Potomac Plaza | Outdoor waterfront terrace; catering and beverage service required |
