History of Excalibur Hotel & Casino

Located on the famous Las Vegas Strip, Excalibur Hotel & Casino has been a prominent landmark since its opening on June 19, 1990. Developed by Castle Associates and designed by Joel Bergman and Roger Thomas, this medieval-themed hotel and casino was constructed at an estimated cost of $290 million. The property’s name is derived from the legendary sword said to be wielded by King Arthur in various forms of British folklore.

The Excalibur Hotel & Casino has undergone significant changes and renovations over its operational years, but Excalibur Hotel & (Las Vegas) casino it remains one of the most recognizable hotels on the Las Vegas Strip due to its distinctive architectural design and extravagant theming. Today’s visitor can still enjoy a unique blend of history, entertainment, and luxury amenities while staying in this iconic hotel.

Overview and Design

Excalibur is positioned at 3850 S Las Vegas Blvd, within walking distance of several major attractions on the Strip. This four-star property features an impressive castle facade with towers and grand staircases leading up to the main entrance. Upon entering, guests are transported into a medieval-style atmosphere filled with ornate furnishings, intricate details, and lavish decorations.

The hotel has 4,008 rooms across three main towers: the Excalibur Tower, the Tournament of Kings Building, and the Daimler Chrysler Building (now rebranded as the Excalibur East Tower). Most accommodations are decorated in a medieval-inspired manner with large beds, comfortable seating areas, flat-screen TVs, safes, microwaves, and refrigerators. Guests can choose from various room types, including standard rooms, suites, and executive-level quarters.

Hotel Amenities

The extensive range of amenities at Excalibur ensures that guests are well-catered for during their stay:

• Dining Options : Eight restaurants within the hotel serve a wide variety of cuisines, ranging from American classics to fine dining experiences like Dick’s Last Resort Steakhouse and Gallagher’s Steakhouse. Guests can also enjoy the Feast Buffet or select from several bars offering cocktails, wine, and beer.
• Recreational Facilities : Excalibur offers an impressive array of recreational activities:
  • The Thunder Down Under Australian- themed male revue show features live music and dance performances by male models in their undergarments, all while engaging the audience with comedy routines and interaction.
  • A 60,000 sq. ft. pool area provides a large swimming space for guests to relax or engage in leisure activities like lounging on one of its four separate poolsides: Daimler Chrysler Building Pool Deck (Excalibur East Tower), Tournament of Kings Building Pool Deck, Excalibur Tower Pool Deck, and the Family Swim Area.
  • Additional options include tennis courts, a jogging trail along with an exercise room.

Camping-Themed Suite

A standout feature at Excalibur is its themed camping suites designed to resemble miniature campsites complete with wooden log beds and decorations resembling those found in actual campgrounds. One can experience an exciting adventure staying within the heart of Las Vegas without leaving behind outdoor living experiences. Each suite comes equipped with standard hotel amenities along side unique features such as full-size pullout sofas.

Shopping

The property also has its shopping center known as “Excalibur Palace Shops” offering exclusive retail choices for guests to pick up mementos, souvenirs or acquire essential items during their visit at various local boutiques and stores located within walking distance.

Accommodation Prices & Packages

Guests can expect standard room rates starting from around $40-$50 per night while suite accommodations go upwards towards six digits in price based on the specific type chosen; special deals available upon inquiry through official Excalibur websites or third-party travel agents who offer packages tailored to individual visitor requirements such as business conventions, wedding party stays and group bookings.

Accessibility & Mobility

Excalibur has been designed with ease of mobility for all guests in mind. A wheelchair-accessible lobby allows guests with limited mobility to access the hotel’s main attractions without hindrance.

Additionally, Excalibur features numerous amenities that cater specifically to individuals requiring extra care during their stay:

• The property offers audio-induction loops at reception desks allowing customers who use hearing aids equipped with telecoils (T-coil) direct accessibility for communication purposes.
• Guests may also book the hotel’s accessible rooms via phone prior making any further arrangements.

Parking & Transportation

The Excalibur Parking Garage has been designed to accommodate all vehicle sizes securely within designated parking areas designated per specific building type ensuring convenient access from there into walking distance without difficulty or inconvenience; Furthermore shuttle services linking between surrounding casino and resort hotels are frequently run by property’s own staff personnel along side public transportation available directly outside its front entrance.