Excalibur Hotel & Casino

Excalibur’s castle theme makes it instantly recognizable and appealing to families. The rooms are basic but clean, and the price point makes it one of the best budget options on the Strip.

Typical publicly listed rate band: $40–$120/night. Confirm the all-in nightly total (room + resort fee + parking) on the booking page.

Who it’s for

Families on a budget, groups wanting affordable rooms, Tournament of Kings fans

Current property details

Sources checked September 4, 2026 on the live ThingsVegas hotel brief.

• Excalibur uses the Royal Tower and renovated Resort Tower for room types ranging from standard rooms to two-bedroom suites.
• The current entertainment roster includes Tournament of Kings, Thunder from Down Under, The Australian Bee Gees Show, and Mac King Comedy Magic Show.
• The pool complex has four heated pools, a slide pool, and the Drenched Bar & Grill.
• The resort’s castle design and Family Fun Dungeon are defining parts of the on-property experience for families.
• A complimentary tram links Excalibur with Luxor and Mandalay Bay along the south Strip resort corridor.
• Parking, resort-fee, pool-hour, and show-schedule terms are all variable and should be confirmed with the current property listing.

Official references:

• https://excalibur.mgmresorts.com/en/hotel.html
• https://excalibur.mgmresorts.com/en/entertainment.html

Pros

• Very affordable
• Family-friendly
• Home of Tournament of Kings
• Fun castle theme
• Connected to Luxor and Mandalay Bay

Cons

• Basic rooms
• Dated decor
• South Strip location

Official site

Excalibur Hotel & Casino