Maven Meter: Grand Dragon Hotel
(Last updated: July 27, 2026)
INTRODUCTION
Opening in 2005, Grand Dragon was formerly known as Hotel Taipa Square before changing names in 2018. Owned by local legislator Chan Mong Kam, it’s the only hotel of his that I actually endorse staying at, due to its close proximity to the Cotai Strip.
The casino permanently closed down on September 23, 2025, meaning we’ll have to go somewhere else now for $200 Baccarat.
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GRAND DRAGON HOTEL
I’ve been a frequent guest at Grand Dragon over the years and have never had a bad stay. Located fairly close to Galaxy, it’s a good way to take advantage of everything the Cotai Strip has to offer, without having to pay Cotai Strip rates.
Current prices are back down to where they were before Covid. They had been about $300 higher just after that disgusting scourge ended.
Rates are in Macau Mops, and include all tax and service charges.
GRAND DRAGON HOTEL ROOM
The standard rooms are pretty small, but still feel warm and cozy, while bathrooms come locked and loaded with bathtubs, something I always appreciate.
In addition to rooms being simple, functional and clean, check in and out have always been handled in a friendly efficient manner.
POOL
The only positive thing to say about the pool is that hardly anyone ever uses it.
Unfortunately it’s unheated so it closes in the winter.
Located on the 4th floor, it’s open daily from 8 am to 7 pm.
DINING
Cassia Court is long gone, leaving just one restaurant still open for business.
Grand Dragon Palace Restaurant – Strictly Cantonese fare, there’s no English menu at Grand Dragon Palace, which tells you how interested they are in your business. Most dishes on the menu stay under $100 with many of the selections either $58 or $68. At lunch, most dim sum is also that same price, $58 or $68.
Back in 2019 I recorded this more detailed menu information, but I don’t know if it’s still accurate. Most main course dishes went for $72 to $238, while bird’s nest was $98 to $520 and shark’s fin $160 to $720. Other items included soup ($78 to $280), vegetables ($65 to $78), barbecue ($58 to $680), Chef’s recommendations ($50 to $128) and casserole ($72 to $78).
Located on the 3rd floor, Grand Dragon Palace is open from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, and 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm at night.
GYM
Grand Dragon’s “gym” is barely functional, offering only one bike, one treadmill, and one multi function lifting apparatus. A disgrace to travellers everywhere, there’s a good chance that your closet at home is larger and has more space.
Located on the 4th floor, hours daily are from 8 am to 7 pm.
THEÂ LASTÂ WORD
I’d only consider Grand Dragon if I were planning to spend a lot of time on the Cotai Strip, and wanted the cheapest room I could find nearby. A great budget option, it basically provides a bed and not much else, so you’ve got to be cool with those conditions going in.
LOCATION
Situated in a heavy residential part of Taipa, the hotel is located beside the Macau Jockey Club and Grandview Hotel.