Excalibur is a casino and hotel on the southern end of the Las Vegas strip. http://www.frommers.com/destinations/lasvegas/H24959.htmlIt is named after the mythical sword of King Arthur and the theme of Camelot is used in both the interior and exterior of the hotel. http://www.vegas.com/resorts/excalibur/ The facade of the hotel is a white castle that features a moat, drawbridge, battlements and towers. http://www.frommers.com/destinations/lasvegas/H24959.html Beginning in 2007, Excalibur began to update the medieval decor to 2,000 of its "widescreen" rooms and added brown suede headboards, plasma televisions and marble fixtures in the bathrooms. http://www.frommers.com/destinations/lasvegas/H24959.html
Excalibur is home to "Tournament of Kings," a dinner and show that features dancing, jousting and singing every night of the week except Tuesday. http://www.excalibur.com/entertainment/tournament_of_kings.aspx Among its dining options are Roundtable Buffet, The Steakhouse at Camelot, Dick's Last Resort and Village Food Court. http://www.excalibur.com/restaurants/
History
Excalibur Casino opened on June 19, 1990 and is currently owned and operated by MGM Resorts International. http://www.excalibur.com It is located at the intersection of Tropicana Avenue and Las Vegas Boulevard and there is a free tram that connects it to two nearby hotels, Luxor and Mandalay Bay. http://www.frommers.com/destinations/lasvegas/H24959.html In addition to recent room renovations, Excalibur has updated its pool and surrounding areas with landscaping and the addition of cabanas. http://www.frommers.com/destinations/lasvegas/H24959.html
Other Features
Recreational amenities at Excalibur include a fitness center, spa tub, sauna, steam room and outdoor pool. http://hotels.lonelyplanet.com/usa/las-vegas-r2100945/excalibur-hotel-casino-p1036601/ Also available at the hotel are wedding and concierge services as well as event space for banquets and conferences or meetings.http://hotels.lonelyplanet.com/usa/las-vegas-r2100945/excalibur-hotel-casino-p1036601/ Nearby attractions to Excalibur include Sands Expo Convention Center and Bali Hai Golf Club.http://hotels.lonelyplanet.com/usa/las-vegas-r2100945/excalibur-hotel-casino-p1036601/
Excalibur Casino Video
This video gives an up close visual display of the medieval architectural style of the exterior at Excalibur Casino and Hotel. Several day as well as nighttime views of the main castle and its surroundings are shown as well as the tram station that connects Excalibur to Luxor and Mandalay Bay hotels.
