Circus Circus Hotel & Casino vs Excalibur Hotel & Casino: Head-to-Head Comparison
Two of Las Vegas's Strip casinos compared side by side. Circus Circus Hotel & Casino offers 3,773 rooms, while Excalibur Hotel & Casino offers 3,981 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Circus Circus Hotel & Casino | Excalibur Hotel & Casino |
|---|---|---|
| Location | North Strip | South Strip |
| Price Range | $ | $ |
| Total Rooms | 3,773 | 3,981 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 101,000 | 91,882 |
| Table Games | 60 | 75 |
| Slot Machines | 1,300 | 1,000 |
| Poker Room | No | No |
| Sportsbook | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | Yes | Yes |
| Spa | No | Yes |
| Nightclub | No | Yes |
| Live Shows | Yes | Yes |
| Casino Group | Phil Ruffin | MGM Resorts |
| Year Established | 1968 | 1990 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 60 table games and 1,300 slots, Circus Circus Hotel & Casino offers a wider gaming selection than Excalibur Hotel & Casino's 75 tables and 1,000 slots.
Luxury seekers
Excalibur Hotel & Casino sits at the $ price tier with a spa on site, above Circus Circus Hotel & Casino on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
Both share the same $ price tier.
Poker players
Neither property has a dedicated poker room.
Families
Both rate similarly for families.
Couples
Excalibur Hotel & Casino edges it for couples, with a full spa and a nightclub.
Location & getting between them
Circus Circus Hotel & Casino sits in Strip (North Strip) and Excalibur Hotel & Casino in Strip (South Strip) — a short rideshare apart. See our North Strip guide and South Strip guide.
The verdict
Excalibur Hotel & Casino wins 4 of the compared categories to 2. Choose Circus Circus Hotel & Casino if you want a bigger gaming floor; choose Excalibur Hotel & Casino if you prefer higher guest ratings.