Excalibur’s turreted castle opened in 1990 and still offers some of the cheapest rooms on the south Strip. A free tram runs from here to Luxor and Mandalay Bay.
The story
Excalibur opened in 1990 with a castle theme aimed at families. It is one of the most affordable resorts on the Strip and connects by free tram to Luxor and Mandalay Bay.
A few hours at Excalibur
- Ride the free tram to Mandalay Bay and Luxor.
- Use the bridge to New York-New York and MGM Grand.
Stay here if
You want a budget room and family-friendly theming.
Skip it if
You want style.
Free here
- Free tram to Luxor and Mandalay Bay
Worth paying for
- Tournament of Kings dinner show
- Arcade
Pool: Pool area.
Getting around: Free tram south; footbridges to New York-New York and across Tropicana.
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Good to know
- One of the cheapest MGM properties.
Walking from here
Door-to-door estimates at an easy pace. Walk calculator →
Opened 1990Operator MGM Resorts International
Frequently asked questions
What is free at Excalibur?
Free tram to Luxor and Mandalay Bay.
How do I get around from Excalibur?
Free tram south; footbridges to New York-New York and across Tropicana.
Does Excalibur have a pool?
Pool area.
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