MGM Tower (Water Club) vs Borgata main tower: which to choose

Which tower is which — MGM Tower (Water Club) vs Borgata main tower?

Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa operates its original main tower and a second tower commonly referred to as the Water Club (now the MGM Tower). The MGM Tower was added after the main property and is described in sources as a distinct tower with its own guest-room inventory and amenities.

Practically, guests staying in the MGM Tower are in the Water Club section of the resort; main-tower rooms place you closer to the casino, central restaurants and many nightlife venues. If you want quieter corridors and a separate tower feel, MGM Tower is the one to consider.

• MGM Tower (Water Club): newer second tower, marketed as a quieter/upper-tier tower.
• Borgata main tower: closer to the large casino floor, restaurants and main public venues.
• Shared services: both towers share Spa Toccare, the casino, many restaurants and the resort’s event venues.

Rooms, views and exact room names to look for

Room types at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa are the same across the property’s inventory and include the exact room names listed by the hotel: Classic King; Classic Queen; Fiore Room; Standard Room (Lower Floor); Restore Classic Room; and Standard Room. All guest rooms include a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, a desk and a private bathroom.

If a quieter tower matters, request MGM Tower (Water Club) rooms; if you want to step right into the casino and be near restaurants and nightlife, request a main-tower room at booking or check-in. For specific bed configurations, see the table below.

• Ask at booking or check-in which tower your room will be assigned to if tower location matters.
• Balconies and views vary by room and floor; the property sits in the Marina District, not directly on the oceanfront.

Pools, age rules and who each tower suits

Pool access and age restrictions are a key difference guests notice. The property’s main outdoor pool and all MGM Tower/Water Club pools have 21+ policies in many sources; the indoor pool (on the spa floor) allows children accompanied by an adult but runs a two-hour adults-only swim each morning before opening to all ages at 9 a.m.

If you’re traveling with minors and want pool access, plan around the indoor pool schedule because most outdoor pools (including the main outdoor pool and the MGM Tower pools) are for guests 21 and older. For adults traveling without children who want a quieter, adults-only pool experience, MGM Tower (Water Club) is often the preferred choice.

• Main outdoor pool: 21+ (seasonal).
• MGM Tower / Water Club pools: 21+ (both indoor and outdoor pools at the Tower are 21+ per sources).
• Indoor spa pool at Spa Toccare: allows accompanied minors except during the morning adults-only hours; spa wet facilities are 18+.

Spa Toccare and fitness — shared facilities and age limits

Spa Toccare is the resort’s full-service spa (listed at about 54,000 sq ft in property materials) and is shared by guests of both towers. The spa includes treatment rooms, salon services, wet facilities and an indoor pool; treatment hours and facility access are published separately from standard hotel hours.

Spa wet facilities (steam rooms, saunas, whirlpools and relaxation lounges) and many spa services are restricted to guests 18 and older. Salon and nail services are available to minors when accompanied by an adult; reservations are required for many treatments and guests are asked to arrive early for appointments.

A complimentary fitness center (the ‘Pump Room’) is available to hotel guests and is included in the resort fee; fitness access is shared by guests from both towers.

• Spa Toccare facility hours: generally 7:00 AM–5:00 PM (treatment hours vary; check Spa Toccare schedule).
• Spa wet facilities: 18+ only; salon services for minors require adult accompaniment.
• Fitness center access is included as part of the nightly resort fee for hotel guests.

Dining, nightlife and being near the action

Both towers grant full access to Borgata’s on-site restaurants and nightlife. If you want immediate proximity to the casino floor, fast access to many restaurants, and venues such as Premier Nightclub and multiple bars, the main tower places you closest to that activity.

MGM Tower guests still have full access to the resort’s dining and nightlife, but expect slightly more distance to walk to the casino floor and many prime nightlife entrances. For fine dining reservations (Angeline by Michael Symon, Old Homestead Steak House, B-Prime Steakhouse), the property recommends calling the restaurant or booking in advance.

• Popular restaurants: Angeline by Michael Symon; Old Homestead Steak House; American Bar & Grille; Borgata Buffet.
• Nightlife: Premier Nightclub, Gypsy Bar, Level One Cocktail Bar & Lounge and multiple lobby bars are all on-property; main-tower rooms put you closer to those entrances.
• For reservations at fine-dining venues call the resort (listed numbers and concierge recommendations are available on Borgata’s site).

Meetings, events and conferences — which tower for business or weddings

Borgata’s meeting and event footprint spans both the main tower and the Water Club/MGM Tower. The resort’s large venues (Borgata Event Center, Borgata Ballroom, Grand Salon and many conference rooms) are concentrated in the main complex and are convenient to main-tower rooms.

The Water Club / MGM Tower offers private meeting and event space higher in the tower with panoramic views and dedicated rooms; event planners often choose the Water Club spaces for smaller private functions or wedding-related events. Both towers have access to Borgata’s banquet and catering services.

• Large-scale concerts and general sessions use Borgata Event Center and the main complex.
• MGM Tower / Water Club has 18,000–27,000 sq ft of meeting space with modern AV options in its upper floors.
• Weddings and private events can be held in either tower’s spaces; wedding planning services are available through Borgata’s event team.

Practical tips before you book

Check the minimum check-in age: Borgata requires the registering guest to be at least 21 and enforces 21+ entry on the casino floor. If you’re traveling with children, plan around pool and spa age restrictions (most outdoor pools and Water Club pools are 21+).

Expect a mandatory nightly resort fee (listed in property materials as approximately $34.09) that covers fitness access, internet and phone calls; parking options include self-parking and valet for separate fees. If tower location matters to you, ask at booking whether your room will be in MGM Tower (Water Club) or the main tower so you can request a specific tower assignment.

• Check-in begins at 4:00 PM; front desk open 24 hours (front desk accepts check-ins until midnight).
• Resort fee (approx. $34.09) applies per night and includes fitness center access and Wi‑Fi per property information.
• Self-parking and valet are available for separate fees; confirm current costs at check-in.