The Sahara opened in 1952 and was one of the original Rat Pack hangouts. After a spell as the SLS it went back to its old name, with modernised rooms and a quieter style than the big centre-Strip resorts.
Its main advantage is the Monorail, which starts here and runs down the east side of the Strip.
The story
The Sahara opened in 1952 with a desert theme and hosted the Rat Pack era’s big names. It closed in 2011, reopened as the SLS in 2014, and in 2019 new owners went back to the original name with a full redesign.
A few hours at SAHARA Las Vegas
- Ride the Monorail from the station by the casino to the centre Strip.
- Use it as a quiet base during a convention at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Stay here if
You are here for a convention or like calm, modern rooms with an easy Monorail ride.
Skip it if
You want nightlife on your doorstep.
Free here
- The Monorail station connects straight to the Strip
Worth paying for
- Shows and restaurants
Pool: Azilo pool area with cabanas.
Getting around: Monorail runs from here to MGM Grand, stopping at the Convention Center, Westgate, Harrah’s/LINQ, Flamingo/Caesars and Horseshoe/Paris.
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Good to know
- Good base for the Las Vegas Convention Center.
- The north Strip is quieter at night than the centre.
Walking from here
Door-to-door estimates at an easy pace. Walk calculator →
Opened 1952 (renamed SLS in 2014, back to SAHARA in 2019)Operator Meruelo Group
Frequently asked questions
What is free at SAHARA Las Vegas?
The Monorail station connects straight to the Strip.
How do I get around from SAHARA Las Vegas?
Monorail runs from here to MGM Grand, stopping at the Convention Center, Westgate, Harrah’s/LINQ, Flamingo/Caesars and Horseshoe/Paris.
Does SAHARA Las Vegas have a pool?
Azilo pool area with cabanas.
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