Hotel Comparisons
Excalibur vs Park MGM
Compare Excalibur and Park MGM side by side — resort fees, rooms, location, dining, and who each hotel is best for.
The castle-themed Strip resort — kid-friendly, budget-friendly, and connected to Luxor and Mandalay Bay. vs. The reinvented Monte Carlo — walkable to T-Mobile Arena and one of the most pedestrian-friendly Strip stays. — here's how they compare across location, price, dining, and vibe.
Side-by-Side Snapshot
| Excalibur | Park MGM | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Budget | Upscale |
| Location | South Strip | South Strip |
| Rooms | 3,981 | 2,993 |
| Year Opened | 1990 | 1996 |
| Resort Fee | $51.02/night | $56.69/night |
Best For
Excalibur
- +Families with younger kids
- +Budget travelers
- +Bachelor/bachelorette groups looking for cheap south-Strip base
Park MGM
- +Concertgoers (Dolby Live and T-Mobile Arena both walkable)
- +Couples wanting upscale without ultra-luxury pricing
- +Travelers who value walkability over a casino-floor immersion
Not Ideal For
Excalibur
- -Luxury travelers
- -Anyone who wants modern aesthetics
Park MGM
- -Hardcore casino gamblers (the floor is small relative to other MGM properties)
- -Travelers who specifically want a flashy old-school Strip vibe
Top Highlights
Excalibur
- *Castle theming inside and out — a Vegas original
- *Tournament of Kings — one of the few full dinner shows
- *Fun Dungeon arcade for kids
Park MGM
- *NoMad Library — one of the most striking lobby restaurants in Vegas
- *Eataly food hall on the casino floor
- *Dolby Live theater — premium residency venue
Notable Dining
Excalibur
- -Camelot Steakhouse
- -Buca di Beppo
- -Dick's Last Resort (closed at Excalibur — verify other locations)
Park MGM
- -Bavette's Steakhouse & Bar
- -Roy Choi's Best Friend
- -Eataly Las Vegas
Verdict
Too close to call
Both Excalibur and Park MGM are strong choices. Excalibur is best for families with younger kids, while Park MGM shines for concertgoers (dolby live and t-mobile arena both walkable). Your decision should come down to which on-property experience matches your trip style.
Choose Excalibur if you want
- +Families with younger kids
- +Budget travelers
- +Bachelor/bachelorette groups looking for cheap south-Strip base
Choose Park MGM if you want
- +Concertgoers (Dolby Live and T-Mobile Arena both walkable)
- +Couples wanting upscale without ultra-luxury pricing
- +Travelers who value walkability over a casino-floor immersion
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Comparison FAQ
Common questions when deciding between these two hotels.
Which hotel has a lower resort fee, Excalibur or Park MGM?
Excalibur has the lower daily resort fee at $51.02/night (after tax), compared to $56.69/night at the other property.
Are Excalibur and Park MGM close to each other?
Yes, both hotels are on the South Strip, so they're within walking distance of each other. The choice comes down to the on-property experience rather than location.
Is Excalibur or Park MGM better for a first trip to Vegas?
Excalibur is best for Families with younger kids and Budget travelers. Park MGM is best for Concertgoers (Dolby Live and T-Mobile Arena both walkable) and Couples wanting upscale without ultra-luxury pricing. For a first trip, consider which vibe matches your group.
Which hotel is bigger, Excalibur or Park MGM?
Excalibur is the larger property with 3,981 rooms, compared to 2,993 rooms at the other. Larger hotels generally mean more dining and entertainment options but can feel busier and have longer walks to your room.
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