Age and kids policy at Excalibur — what families need to know
Excalibur Hotel & Casino is an all-ages resort: children of any age are welcome, but the reservation holder who checks in must be at least 21 with matching ID and the credit card used to book. Most hotel amenities (including three of four seasonal pools) are family-friendly; the Royal Pool is reserved for guests 21 and older.
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Check-in rules and minimum ages
The person who made the reservation must be at least 21 and present a matching government-issued photo ID plus the credit card used to book at check-in. The front desk operates 24 hours, with express and contactless check-in available.
Standard check-in begins at 3:00 PM (with a check-in window extending to midnight) and check-out is before 11:00 AM. The property places an authorization hold for incidentals at check-in; domestic holds typically release within seven days and international holds may take longer.
- Minimum age to check in: 21 (reservation holder)
- Check-in: begins 3:00 PM; check-out: before 11:00 AM
- 24-hour front desk, express/contactless options
- Incidentals hold collected at check-in
| Policy | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Minimum check-in age | Reservation holder must be 21 with matching ID and card |
| Check-in/out times | Check-in from 3:00 PM; check-out before 11:00 AM |
| Incidentals | Card authorization hold collected; release times vary |
Pools, waterslide and family access
Excalibur has four seasonal outdoor pools (Main Pool, Spring Pool, Slide Pool and Royal Pool) spread over the pool complex; the pools are complimentary for registered hotel guests during the pool season.
Three pools — including the Slide Pool with a waterslide — are family-friendly. The Royal Pool is reserved for guests 21 and older and requires a separate entry (entry to the Royal Pool starts at $10 and is not included in the standard resort fee).
- Four seasonal outdoor pools total; hours expand in peak season (typically around 9:00 AM–6:00 PM and later in summer).
- Pool access is complimentary for registered guests; non-hotel guests may be required to rent a chair/cabana.
- Cabanas and some pool extras are available for an additional surcharge.
| Pool | Who can use it |
|---|---|
| Main Pool / Spring Pool / Slide Pool | Open to all registered guests (family-friendly) |
| Royal Pool | Reserved for guests 21 and older (separate entry fee) |
Rooms and sleeping arrangements for families
Excalibur has a variety of room types that work for families and groups. Common options include rooms with two beds and suites with a king bed; each room description on property materials lists bed configurations.
All guest rooms include basics families expect, such as an in-room safe and hair dryer. There is no room service; families typically use on-site casual dining or the food court.
- Room choices include Resort Tower Room, Royal Tower Room, Resort Strip View Room, Royal Superior Room, Resort Superior Room, Royal Luxury Suite, and Resort Luxury Suite.
- Many rooms are offered with 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds depending on the room type.
- Suites offer separate living areas and larger layouts for families needing extra space.
| Room type | Typical bed options |
|---|---|
| Resort Tower Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Royal Tower Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Royal Superior Room | 1 King Bed |
Dining and kid-friendly restaurants
Excalibur offers multiple casual on-site dining choices suitable for families, including The Buffet at Excalibur, Buca di Beppo, Johnny Rockets, Baja Fresh and a food court with familiar quick-service outlets.
Most dining venues are casual in dress and offer kid-friendly menu items; The Buffet at Excalibur serves a brunch-style spread during morning–early afternoon hours.
- The Buffet at Excalibur: brunch hours and family-style options.
- Buca di Beppo: family-style Italian good for groups.
- Johnny Rockets and Baja Fresh: quick, kid-appealing choices.
- Food court includes national quick-serve brands for simple meals.
| Restaurant | Why families use it |
|---|---|
| The Buffet at Excalibur | Brunch spread, casual seating for groups |
| Buca di Beppo | Family-style Italian shared plates |
| Johnny Rockets / Baja Fresh | Quick-service, kid-friendly menu items |
Kids' activities, arcade and nearby entertainment
Excalibur has on-site family entertainment options such as an arcade/game room (often called Fun Dungeon in destination listings) and stage shows aimed at a variety of audiences. The pool waterslide is a major draw for children during pool season.
Because the resort sits on the south Strip, families can also walk or tram to nearby shows and attractions — Luxor and Mandalay Bay are connected by a complimentary tram, and MGM Grand Garden Arena and T-Mobile Arena are within easy walking distance.
- On-site arcade/game room provides additional family activity beyond pools.
- Pool waterslide is part of the Slide Pool (family-friendly).
- Complimentary tram links Excalibur, Luxor and Mandalay Bay for easy transfers.
| Activity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Arcade / Fun Dungeon | On-site; suitable for children |
| Tournament of Kings (nearby entertainment) | Medieval-themed dinner show hosted at or near Excalibur (check current schedules) |
| Tram to Luxor/Mandalay Bay | Complimentary and useful for families moving along the south Strip |
Practical family tips (fees, parking, pets)
A mandatory resort fee applies per accommodation, per night and covers in-room and public-area Wi‑Fi and fitness-center access; additional charges such as pool cabanas, spa services and the Royal Pool entry are extra. The property also collects an incidental deposit at check-in.
Covered self-parking and valet parking are available for a daily fee; an on-site electric vehicle charging station is provided. Excalibur is pet-friendly for dogs (up to two per room under a combined weight limit) with a non-refundable pet fee; service animals are exempt.
- Mandatory resort fee covers Wi‑Fi and fitness-center access; does not cover Royal Pool entry or some pool extras.
- Covered self-parking and valet parking available for daily fees; oversized vehicle parking has separate rules.
- Pet policy: dogs allowed (limits and nightly non-refundable fee apply); service animals exempt.
| Item | What families should know |
|---|---|
| Resort fee | Mandatory; covers Wi‑Fi and fitness center access (other items extra) |
| Parking | Covered self-parking and valet available for a daily fee; EV charging on site |
| Pets | Dogs accepted with limits and nightly pet fee; service animals exempt |
