Location

• Address: 3850 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
• Situated on the southern end of the Las Vegas Strip, near other major resorts like Luxor and MGM Grand.
• Connected by pedestrian bridges and tram systems—so moving around is easy.

Star Rating

• Generally rated around 3 to 3.5 stars
• Translation: mid-range, budget-friendly, not luxury—but you’re not sleeping in a ditch either.

Theme & Overview

• Medieval castle theme inspired by King Arthur (yes, it literally looks like a giant fairytale castle).
• Opened in 1990 and still one of the largest hotels in the world.
• About 3,900+ rooms spread across multiple towers

Reality check:
It’s fun, affordable, and a bit old-school. Not the newest kid on the Strip—but that’s why your wallet won’t cry.

What It Offers

Accommodation

• Standard rooms to suites
• Renovated interiors (less “medieval overload,” more modern comfort now)
• Good for budget travelers, families, and groups

Casino & Entertainment

• Huge casino (~90,000+ sq ft)
• Around:
  • 2,000 slot machines
  • 50+ table games
• Sportsbook betting area
• Live shows (including the famous medieval dinner show “Tournament of Kings”)

Dining & Drinks

• Around 16 restaurants and 7 bars/lounges
• Options range from:
  • Buffets
  • Casual dining
  • Family-friendly spots
• Plus coffee shops and a poolside bar

Leisure & Facilities

• 4 outdoor pools + waterslide
• Hot tubs
• Fitness center
• Arcade/game room (good if you’ve got kids tagging along)
• Shopping areas inside the hotel

Business & Events

• Conference center + 9 meeting rooms
• Suitable for events, meetings, and conventions

Family-Friendly Features

• Waterslide + arcade
• Entertainment shows
• Plenty of casual dining options

This is one of the few Vegas hotels where bringing kids actually makes sense.

Pros 

• Affordable compared to most Strip hotels
• Massive property with lots to do
• Good location for exploring Las Vegas
• Family-friendly (rare for Vegas)

Cons 

• A bit dated compared to luxury hotels nearby
• Rooms are simpler—don’t expect 5-star glam
• Can get crowded and noisy

Bottom Line

If Las Vegas hotels were cars:

• Excalibur is not a Mercedes…
• But it’s a reliable Toyota—cheap, does the job, and gets you where you want to go.

Perfect if:

• You want value for money
• You’ll spend more time exploring than sitting in the room

Not ideal if:

• You want luxury, prestige, and Instagram bragging rights