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Excalibur

Last verified 2026-04-09· quarterly review

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

Verified for 2026

Cross-referenced editorial

Last reviewed

April 2026

Re-check

Bi-weekly

Cross-refs

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Fees & parking

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Resort fee$45/night≈ $51.02 with Clark County's 13.38% lodging tax· Waived with MGM Rewards
ParkingSelf-park $20 / 24 hours (Mon–Thu) weekday / $25 / 24 hours (Fri–Sun) weekend · Valet $40 / 24 hours· Free with MGM Rewards Pearl tier and above

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 at Excalibur

Restaurants, nightlife, bars, and shows worth knowing about without leaving the hotel.

Restaurants

  • 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)

Events near Excalibur

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Wed, Apr 29

Allegiant Stadium Tours

Miscellaneous

Tickets

Thu, Apr 30

Architects

Music

Tickets

Fri, May 1

Morgan Wallen

Music

Tickets

Fri, May 1

R&B ONLY

Music

Tickets

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.

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