OK, I'll do my best to answer your questions. There is a small restaraunt at the resort. I think I heard that they will be adding another one. There are 1 bedroom units (with 1 and 3/4 baths), 2 bedroom units, and penthouse suites. All the units have a full kitchen. The resort is located about 1.5 to 2 miles south of the Mandalay Bay on Las Vegas Blvd. (The Strip). It is too far to walk to the casinos. The shuttles were to be operational the week we stayed. They had just hired drivers. I'm not sure exactly how they were going to work, as we did not have a need use them. There is a lot for kids to enjoy while in Las Vegas. The casinos are not looking to incorporate many family activities. There are mini theme parks, a water park, roller coasters, animal exhibits (sharks, dolphins, tigers, etc.), a "live" pirate show all on the Strip. I hope that this was of some help.