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Excalibur Hotel & CasinovsSkylofts at MGM Grand

Both hotels are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Skylofts at MGM Grand scores slightly higher than Excalibur Hotel & Casino. Skylofts at MGM Grand has a TripExpert Score of 86 with positive reviews from 9 sources such as Forbes Travel Guide, Zagat and Lonely Planet.

Excalibur Hotel & Casino
8/10
3850 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109-4300
From $20/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"The whole place is often uncomfortably crowded; expect long lines at the restaurants."
Frommer's Frommer's
"One of the largest resort hotels in the world, Excalibur (also known as the Realm) is a gleaming white, turreted castle complete with moat, drawbridge, battlements, and lofty towers." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The giant Lego-like castle is popular with families... but recent makeovers in all of the property's rooms make much of the property look more grown-up." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"In the running for the cheesiest resort on the Strip, the medieval-themed, castle-shaped Excalibur aims for all age groups." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Topped with colorful turrets rising high above the Strip, this castle-themed resort was the world’s largest hotel when it first opened in 1990." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"One of the first theme hotels (built in 1990), this is still a favorite with children."
Time Out Time Out
"The jury's still out on whether or not this caricature of a castle will become the next generation's Circus Circus." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This ode to the make-believe medieval world of swords and sorcerers boasts low, low rates, a central location and a long list of B-grade entertainment that helps fill its nearly 4,000 rooms." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Debuting in June 1990, this colorful castle spawned a number of nineties-era theme resorts. It is still a fun-filled place whose medieval architecture and decor are popular with family travelers."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"A mock castle playing on its Arthurian theme, with throngs of stroller-pushing parents." Full review
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Skylofts at MGM Grand
8/10
3799 Las Vegas Boulevard S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
From $875/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge Concierge
"Ever wonder what it's like to live in a multimillion-dollar Tribeca loft? The spaces at MGM's SkyLofts feel as if they were converted from rough and industrial to modern and moneyed."
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"Skylofts is the luxury section of MGM Grand, offering some of the most exclusive accommodations not just within the hotel but in Vegas." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"The MGM Grand really comes alive after dark, when this immense resort is at its vibrant, buzzing best." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This hotel-within-a-hotel (or more accurately, a penthouse-within-a-hotel) rises above the former THEhotel, now Delano Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"An ultra-chic sanctuary on the top two floors of the MGM Grand hotel, Skylofts at MGM Grand offers a quintessential loft environment."
Zagat Zagat
4.3
"Guests arriving by air get complimentary limo transport and other cool perks (24-hour butler service, free loaner iPods) at this stylish luxury boutique property."
Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
5 Stars
"Occupying the top two floors of MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, the ultra-luxury boutique hotel within the hotel Skylofts has 51 spacious suites that evoke an urban loft overlooking the Las Vegas Strip." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"As the world's largest hotel keeps evolving, the stunning Skylofts at MGM Grand has proved itself to be not just another boutique hotel-within-a-hotel on the Strip." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The two-story Skylofts at MGM Grand, which boast dramatic views of the Strip, or Bellagio’s Cypress suites, which offer his- (bath with steam shower) and-hers (soaking tub) bath amenities." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"MGM’s 51 luxury, two-level Skylofts have a private entrance, their own gallery foyers, sweeping staircases, butler pantries, and billiard rooms." Full review

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