Luxor Las Vegas - The Iconic Imposing Pyramid on the Strip
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The Luxor Las Vegas Resort & Casino stands as one of the most instantly recognizable and architecturally audacious landmarks on the Las Vegas Strip.
Luxor Conceived by Circus Circus Enterprises and opened in 1993, this monolithic 30-story black glass pyramid is a monumental homage to ancient Egyptian grandeur, distinguishing itself immediately from the skyline. The resort, owned and operated by MGM Resorts International, offers a unique blend of spectacle, affordable luxury, world-class entertainment, and unique architectural features that make it a perennial favorite among value-conscious and first-time Las Vegas visitors.
The Luxor’s iconic status is cemented by its sheer scale and unique engineering. It features the world’s largest atrium by volume and is crowned by the Luxor Sky Beam, a colossal white light projected into the sky that is recognized as the strongest beam of light on Earth, visible from hundreds of miles away. From its imposing 110-foot-tall replica of the Great Sphinx of Giza guarding the entrance to its innovative inclined elevators (inclinators) that ascend at a 39-degree angle, the Luxor offers an experience that is truly unlike any other resort globally.
The Luxor Pyramid and The Sky Beam
The Luxor’s architecture is not just a theme; it is a fundamental part of the guest experience and its international identity.
The Pyramid and The Atrium
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Height and Size: Standing 350 feet tall, the black glass pyramid is roughly three-quarters the size of the Great Pyramid of Giza. Its sloping sides reflect the desert light during the day and disappear into the night sky, save for the powerful light at its apex.
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World’s Largest Atrium: The interior of the pyramid houses the world’s largest atrium by volume, a cavernous space where guests can look up dozens of stories to the ceiling, reinforcing the resort’s immense scale.
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The Inclinators: Due to the pyramid’s angled walls, the hotel utilizes custom-designed inclinators, elevators that travel diagonally, to transport guests to their 4,407 rooms housed along the interior walls of the pyramid and within the two adjacent 22-story ziggurat towers.
The Luxor Sky Beam
The resort’s most famous feature is the Luxor Sky Beam, which projects a solid white light vertically into the night sky from the pyramid’s apex.
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Power: Utilizing dozens of high-powered xenon lamps and computer-designed curved mirrors, the beam achieves an unparalleled intensity of over 42.3 billion candelas.
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Visibility: It is the strongest man-made beam of light in the world, reportedly visible from the air over Los Angeles and even from orbiting spacecraft. This spectacle serves as a literal beacon for the entire Las Vegas Valley.
Entertainment and Signature Attractions
The Luxor is renowned for hosting a robust lineup of long-running, critically acclaimed, and widely popular shows and unique exhibits that cater to diverse tastes.
Resident Headliner Shows
The Luxor is home to a roster of shows celebrated for their longevity and audience appeal:
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Blue Man Group: A unique blend of percussion, art, comedy, and technology, performed in the custom-designed Blue Man Theater. The act is a staple of Vegas entertainment, appealing to all ages and languages.
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Carrot Top: Las Vegas’s favorite comedian and prop comic, performing a high-energy, constantly evolving show filled with self-deprecating humor and sight gags. Carrot Top has been a Luxor headliner since 2005.
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FANTASY: The Strip’s Sexiest Tease: An award-winning, long-running adult female revue that blends dance, music, comedy, and sophisticated choreography, celebrating over two decades on the Strip.
Unique Exhibits
The resort features two highly unique and historically significant permanent exhibitions:
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Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition: A captivating experience featuring hundreds of authentic artifacts recovered from the wreck site of the RMS Titanic, including pieces of the hull, recreating the ship’s grandeur and its tragic final hours.
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BODIES: The Exhibition: A fascinating, educational exhibit displaying real human bodies preserved through a process called polymer preservation, offering a detailed and respectful look at human anatomy.
Casino, Dining, and Resort Amenities
As a full-service resort, the Luxor provides a complete range of amenities typical of an MGM Resorts property, often at a competitive price point.
Gaming
The HyperX Esports Arena is a crucial stop on any Las Vegas entertainment tour, perfectly blending high-tech competition with the city’s legendary showmanship.
The 65,214-square-foot casino offers a vibrant, modern gaming environment with:
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Slots and Video Poker: Thousands of Egyptian-themed and modern slot machines.
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Table Games: A wide variety of classic table games, including Blackjack, Roulette, Craps, and specialty games.
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Race & Sports Book: A dedicated area for wagering on major sporting events.
Dining Options
The resort features over 10 restaurants and dining venues, providing diverse choices for every budget:
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Fine & Casual Dining: Includes steakhouse options, and popular concepts like Diablo’s Cantina (Mexican cuisine) and the iconic Pyramid Cafe for breakfast and lunch.
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Quick Service: Food court options, coffee shops, and a full-service deli ensure quick, affordable meals are always available.
Pool and Wellness
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Pool Complex: The Luxor features four large seasonal outdoor swimming pools and four hot tubs, creating a five-acre pool deck designed for maximum relaxation and sunbathing, complete with rentable cabanas and a poolside bar.
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Nurture Spa & Salon: A full-service spa offering massages, body treatments, facials, a steam room, dry sauna, and hot tubs for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Affordable Access to Grandeur
The Luxor Las Vegas Resort & Casino provides a one-of-a-kind vacation experience defined by its globally famous, monumental architecture and its commitment to offering incredible value on the Las Vegas Strip. It is an ideal destination for travelers who want to stay in an iconic piece of Las Vegas history, enjoy affordable access to world-class entertainment (including headliners like Blue Man Group and Carrot Top), and be centrally located on the South Strip with easy access via tram to its sister properties (Excalibur and Mandalay Bay). The Luxor is more than a hotel; it is an unforgettable piece of the Las Vegas skyline.
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