Excalibur
The castle-themed Strip resort — kid-friendly, budget-friendly, and connected to Luxor and Mandalay Bay.
Rooms
3,981
Opened
1990
Resort Fee
$45/night
Operator
MGM Resorts
Sources: Room count and opening year from Wikipedia — List of Las Vegas Strip hotels. Resort fee from ResortFeeChecker.com. Parking from Las Vegas Direct — Hotel Parking Fees Guide. Re-verified 2026-04-09.
Fees & Parking
The numbers that hit your folio on top of the room rate. Always add these to the rate you see on Expedia or Booking.com when comparing hotels.
Resort Fee
Per night, mandatory
$45.00
before tax
Becomes $51.02/night after Clark County's 13.38% combined lodging tax.
Parking
MGM Resorts policy
Self-park (weekday): $20 / 24 hours (Mon–Thu)
Self-park (weekend): $25 / 24 hours (Fri–Sun)
Valet: $40 / 24 hours
✓ Free with: MGM Rewards Pearl tier and above
MGM Rewards resort fee waiver: Waived on up to two rooms when booking direct with MGM (not through third-party sites like Expedia). Available at Bellagio, Aria, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, Park MGM, Luxor, Excalibur, NYNY, Vdara, and The Cosmopolitan. Pearl members get free parking but no resort fee waiver.
Is This the Right Hotel for You?
We try to be honest about what each hotel does well — and what it doesn't. Excalibur is a great fit for some trips and the wrong call for others.
Best for
- +Families with younger kids
- +Budget travelers
- +Bachelor/bachelorette groups looking for cheap south-Strip base
Not ideal for
- −Luxury travelers
- −Anyone who wants modern aesthetics
What Makes Excalibur Different
The on-property highlights that distinguish this hotel from the rest of the Strip.
Castle theming inside and out — a Vegas original
Tournament of Kings — one of the few full dinner shows
Fun Dungeon arcade for kids
Connected via free tram to Luxor and Mandalay Bay
On-Property
Notable dining, nightlife, and entertainment without leaving the hotel.
Dining
- • Camelot Steakhouse
- • Buca di Beppo
- • Dick's Last Resort (closed at Excalibur — verify other locations)
Nightlife
- • The Octane Lounge
Shows
- • Tournament of Kings (the family-friendly dinner show)
- • Thunder from Down Under (male revue)
Practical Considerations
What to know before you book — the practical details that affect your stay.
One of the cheapest Strip-front hotel rates available
Older property — rooms are functional rather than luxurious
Heavy family + group traffic during weekends
Frequently Asked Questions
What people search when researching Excalibur.
How many rooms does Excalibur have?
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Excalibur has 3,981 rooms. The property opened in 1990 and is operated by MGM Resorts. Source: Wikipedia — List of Las Vegas Strip hotels.
When did Excalibur open?
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Excalibur opened in 1990. Connected via free tram to Luxor and Mandalay Bay
What is the resort fee at Excalibur?
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Excalibur charges a daily resort fee of $45 before tax, which becomes $51.02 after Clark County's 13.38% combined lodging tax. The fee is mandatory and is added to your folio at check-in. Verified from ResortFeeChecker.com as of 2026-04-09.
How much is parking at Excalibur?
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Excalibur is operated by MGM Resorts. Self-parking weekday rate: $20 / 24 hours (Mon–Thu). Self-parking weekend rate: $25 / 24 hours (Fri–Sun). Valet: $40 / 24 hours. Free parking is available with MGM Rewards Pearl tier and above.
Is Excalibur good for families with younger kids?
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Excalibur is best for: Families with younger kids; Budget travelers; Bachelor/bachelorette groups looking for cheap south-Strip base. It is NOT ideal for: Luxury travelers; Anyone who wants modern aesthetics.