I would choose Excalibur in your situation. While Vegas isn't really family-friendly per se, Excalibur is one resort that caters more to families than some others. There are things for older kids/teens to do in there, and it's also across from NYNY, which has an arcade and coaster.
Really, they are all decent choices though. Golden Nugget is probably the nicest downtown hotel, but downtown isn't going to be a lot of fun for the teens. The pool also won't likely be open yet, and it's a big draw at Golden Nugget. Flamingo is nice enough, and has a great location - again, not a ton for kids to do and the pool is closed in March. Same for Mandalay - the pool area there is GREAT, but it won't be open either.
So I'd choose Excalibur - it's a nice enough place in a decent location, and most likely to keep your kids happy. Check out the Tournament of Kings dinner show there!
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The pools may be open earlier, weather-permitting. But they are not year-round pools.
Excalibur rooms are a bit dated, but they've been updating lately and aren't too bad. They're clean, and well enough appointed. It's not by any means the nicest place on the strip, but it's fine.
Forget Golden Nugget because it is downtown and that is for gamblers and not kids. Flamingo and Mandalay Bay have great pool areas. Excalibur is a bit more kid friendly as it has a kids court in the lower level. I would recommend Excalibur for just that fact and is probably the cheapest of the ones you mentioned.Which hotel would be best?
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by a huge margin.
Golden Nugget is just as upscale as Mandalay Bay but you don't want to stay downtown, especially with kids. There's nothing for kids to do downtown; it's geared toward serious gamblers.
Flamingo is in a great location center strip but the rooms are fairly plain unless you upgrade to a GO room, and one room may not be large enough for four or more people.
Excalibur might appeal to the 12 year old but probably not the 16 year old or your husband.
Mandalay Bay has huge rooms with a nice modern decor. But it's the southernmost strip resort.
Children aren't allowed in casinos (except just to walk through on their way to the elevators or whatever) so Flamingo might be a better choice for you just because it's in close walking distance to Caesars Forum Shops, Fashion Show Mall, Venetian Canal Shoppes and Planet Hollywood Miracle Mile. Definitely get a GO room or better if you choose Flamingo though.
I'm 16 years old. I've been going to Vegas every year since I was 1 and a half. They most inexpensive one is Excalibur. For the Kids they have the the arcade downstairs and the 4d movie theater (went to that was very fun). The golden Nugget is downtown....they have an AMAZING pool. Your kids will love it. Downtown does not have as much things for kids to do. It's great to visit while you are there but with kids there are more attractions on the strip. Flamingo is on the strip....Another amazing pool in the middle of the strip so that's good access to everywhere. Mandalay Bay amazing pool....but expensive. I'd say either Excalibur or the Flamingo. I'm tired of people saying there is nothing to do for kids in Vegas or it's not a family city. These are my tips and suggestions on things you can do. Vegas has some of the BEST roller coasters ever. I suggest the ones on top of the stratosphere and the one at new york new york. There are so many free things to do....there are free shows the pirate show at Treasure Island....(I do admit over time it has become a little racy but not a lot)...the Volcano eruption at the mirage not that interesting but something to do....You have the fountains at the Bellagio which are beautiful! Those are all FREE! You can take a Gondola ride in the Venetian...even a walk through the venetian is an attraction it looks exactly like Venice. Go to Madame Tussauds wax museum to see your favorite celebrities. There are plenty other things to do...if you need more info just contact me!
The mandalay bay is beautiful, the excalibur would be good too for the kids but their not really young so i guess mandalay bay is the best suggestion.
Dont go to flamingo, i stayed there and its really dirty and not really fun. trust me
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Have you ever looked at the web site cheapovegas.com? I have and it was worth a few laughs. Anyway, I would pick the Excalibur and go to the dinner show where you have to eat with your hands.
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