
Excalibur Hotel & Casino
Best for families and budget-minded travelers who want lots of on-site restaurants, pools, and big-casino energy on the Strip.
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Excalibur Hotel & Casino is a large, value-oriented, family-friendly Strip resort with a medieval theme and big casino action; this guide is for travelers who want budget-friendly rooms, pools and straightforward access to Strip attractions. NOBU Las Vegas – A Caesars Rewards Destination is a boutique luxury hotel-within-Caesars Palace anchored by the Nobu restaurant; read on if you prefer a smaller, chef-branded stay inside a major casino resort.
Updated · about 1.7 km apart

Best for families and budget-minded travelers who want lots of on-site restaurants, pools, and big-casino energy on the Strip.

Best for travelers after boutique luxury, Nobu Restaurant access, and a quieter, higher-end room experience inside Caesars Palace.
When Excalibur wins: Choose Excalibur if you want the biggest rooms-by-price options on the south Strip, multiple casual dining choices, extensive family-friendly pools (including a waterslide), and a very large casino floor.
When NOBU wins: Choose NOBU Las Vegas if you prefer a smaller, design-forward hotel stay with Nobu Restaurant access, a more intimate atmosphere, and direct connections to the shopping and entertainment at Caesars Palace and the LINQ Promenade.
Bottom line: Excalibur is the practical, family- and budget-first Strip resort with broad on-site amenities and big-casino noise; NOBU is the pick for travelers who want boutique luxury and the Nobu name inside Caesars Palace while still being steps from Strip attractions.
| Category | Excalibur Hotel & Casino | NOBU Las Vegas A Caesars Rewards Destination |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Medieval, high-energy, budget-friendly family resort | Boutique luxury hotel-within-hotel, quieter and design-focused |
| Location on Strip | South Strip near Luxor/Mandalay Bay with tram access to neighbors | Central Strip inside Caesars Palace, steps from LINQ Promenade |
| Size (rooms) | 3,981 rooms | 181 air-conditioned rooms |
| Casino | Roughly 100,000 sq ft casino with ~2,000 slots and many tables | Casino floor listed at 128,980 sq ft and VIP gaming rooms onsite |
| Ages / audience | All ages; family-focused with a dedicated adults-only Royal Pool | Not adults-only; appeals to adults seeking luxury but open to all |
| Pools | Four seasonal outdoor pools (Main, Spring, Slide, Royal adults-only) with waterslide and poolside bar | Outdoor pool amenities include pool cabanas, lifeguard and poolside bars; exact number of pools not published |
| Restaurants & bars | 14–16 casual restaurants and 7 bars including The Buffet, Dick's Last Resort, Buca di Beppo, Johnny Rockets | Nobu Restaurant on site (Japanese cuisine), 3 bars/lounges and 2 poolside bars |
| Spa & fitness | The Spa At Excalibur — 13,000 sq ft, 11 treatment rooms, sauna and steam room; fitness center on site | Full-service spa and 24-hour fitness facilities; spa size not published |
| Notable perks | Seasonal pool complex with cabanas and waterslide; family entertainment; free tram to Luxor/Mandalay Bay | Steps to Forum Shops and LINQ Promenade; Nobu dining brand and Caesars Rewards integration |
| Parking & transport | Covered self-parking and valet for a fee; free tram to nearby resorts | Self and valet parking available (fees apply); centrally walkable to major Strip sights |
Excalibur sits on the south end of the Las Vegas Strip next to Luxor and a short tram ride from Mandalay Bay.
Good choice if you want south-Strip access, low-cost rooms, and easy trips to arenas and nearby casinos.
NOBU Las Vegas is inside Caesars Palace on the central Strip, steps from the LINQ Promenade and Forum Shops.
A strong pick for visitors who want central-Strip shopping, nightlife and easy access to Caesars Palace shows.
Excalibur offers thousands of rooms with value pricing and multiple room towers.
Pick Excalibur for variety and lower per-room rates at a very large property.
NOBU Las Vegas has a smaller room inventory and a design-forward approach tied to the Nobu brand.
Choose NOBU for a boutique experience and branded suite options if you want a smaller, higher-end hotel feel.
Excalibur focuses on casual, family-friendly outlets with many choices on property.
Excalibur is best for families and guests who want many casual, low-key dining options on site.
NOBU centers around its signature Nobu Restaurant and offers a smaller set of outlets.
NOBU is aimed at guests seeking higher-end, chef-driven dining rather than a large selection of casual spots.
Excalibur's pool complex is family-focused and extensive.
The Excalibur pools are built for families and groups who expect activity and options.
NOBU provides outdoor pool amenities geared to luxury-hotel guests.
Expect a smaller, service-oriented pool experience at NOBU rather than a large family water complex.
Excalibur mixes a full-service spa, a gym and lively casino-floor energy.
Good for guests who want a full spa, gym access included and 24/7 casino activity in the same building.
NOBU has a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness facility, with nightlife tied to Caesars Palace amenities.
NOBU offers spa and fitness services with access to Caesars Palace nightlife rather than its own large nightlife scene.

Excalibur — larger rooms, multiple casual restaurants, family pools and kid-friendly attractions.

NOBU Las Vegas — smaller inventory, Nobu Restaurant, and a quieter hotel experience inside Caesars Palace.

Excalibur — very large casino footprint and multiple gaming options at a value-oriented resort.

NOBU Las Vegas — direct access to Nobu Restaurant and a chef-branded dining experience.
Excalibur — it’s explicitly family-friendly with four seasonal pools (including a waterslide), many casual dining options, and kid-oriented entertainment.
Excalibur’s Royal adults-only pool may require an entry fee for non-inclusive areas and cabanas at both properties are surcharged; NOBU also charges for cabanas and some pool services.
NOBU Las Vegas — it’s inside Caesars Palace and steps from the Forum Shops and LINQ Promenade, making it more central for those venues.
Yes. Excalibur is explicitly family-focused; NOBU is not adults-only and welcomes all guests but has a more adult-oriented, luxury presentation.
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