Tabú Ultralounge
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| Address | 3799 S Las Vegas Blvd. Paradise, Nevada United States |
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| Coordinates | 36°6′9.2736″N 115°10′12.9108″W / 36.102576000°N 115.170253000°W |
| Capacity | 400 |
| Opened | February 28, 2003 |
| Closed | April 6, 2013 |
Tabú Ultralounge, a premier nightlife venue, was inaugurated on February 28th, 2003 at the MGM Grand Las Vegas.[1] With a capacity of 400 guests and an opening time of 10:00 PM, it quickly became a notable destination.[2] The grand opening was marked by a red-carpet event, featuring high-profile celebrity appearances from Paris Hilton, Usher and Vince Neil.[3] Although one of the smaller ultra-lounges in Las Vegas, Tabú distinguished itself with the unique feature of two fully stocked bars, offering guests an exceptional experience.
Musical Talent
[edit]Tabú Ultralounge was known for its dynamic musical atmosphere, with acclaimed DJs Jose 2 Hype and Eric Forbes holding residencies. Their eclectic blend of hip-hop, house, old school, and rock music provided an unforgettable experience for patrons.[4]
Awards and Recognition
[edit]Tabú Ultralounge earned numerous accolades, reflecting its popularity and outstanding service:
- 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2009 Club World Awards for Best Lounge
- 2009 Club World Award for Best Bottle Service[5]
Closing and Transformation
[edit]Tabú Ultralounge closed its doors on April 6, 2013, as part of a comprehensive resort-wide renovation that also included the transformation of the Hakkasan restaurant and nightclub. After renovations it was rumored to become the Tabú Gaming Lounge, but those plans were scrapped.[6]
References
[edit]- ^ Norm Clark (2003-02-28). "Ahoy mates! Get ready for spicy battle for treasures on the Strip". reviewjournal.com. Archived from the original on 2004-12-29. Retrieved 2025-01-27.
- ^ Martin, Bradley (2013-03-25). "Tabú at MGM to Close. Tabú Gaming Lounge To Open?". vegas.eater.com. Retrieved 2025-01-27.
- ^ "Tabu Lounge MGM Grand Las Vegas Opening Night". youtube.com. 2014-05-13. Retrieved 2025-01-27.
- ^ "Tabú Ultralounge". lasvegasweekly.com. Retrieved 2025-01-27.
- ^ "Club World History". Club World Awards. Archived from the original on 2011-07-08. Retrieved 2025-01-27.
- ^ Martin, Bradley (2013-03-25). "Tabú at MGM to Close. Tabú Gaming Lounge To Open?". vegas.eater.com. Retrieved 2025-01-27.