SAHARA Las Vegas age and kids policy explained
SAHARA Las Vegas is an all-ages resort that requires the primary person checking in to be 21 or older with valid photo ID; once a 21+ guest has checked in, children of any age are welcome to stay. The property is not all-inclusive—meals and drinks are not included in room rates, and a daily resort fee covers items like Wi‑Fi, fitness and seasonal pool access.
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Check-in age and ID rules
SAHARA Las Vegas requires the primary guest checking in to be at least 21 years old and to present a government-issued photo ID plus a major credit card at arrival. Standard check-in begins at 4:00 PM and is available until midnight.
If the person who booked does not meet the 21+ requirement, they will not be able to complete check-in; children and other guests can stay after a 21+ guest has completed the process.
- Minimum check-in age: 21 (ID + credit card required)
- Check-in window: 4:00 PM until midnight
- Check-out: before 11:00 AM
| Policy item | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Minimum age to check in | 21 with government ID |
| If traveling with minors | Children allowed once a 21+ guardian has checked in |
| Incidental deposit | A credit card hold is authorized at check-in |
Families, kids and who can stay
Families are welcome at SAHARA Las Vegas. The hotel’s booking terms and public booking pages note a Family Plan Policy: children of all ages may stay in rooms but the adult check-in requirement still applies.
Rooms across the Alexandria, Marra and Blanca towers accommodate families—some room types offer two beds or suites for extra space. Confirm bed configuration when booking if you need two beds or a suite.
- Children of all ages allowed to stay after a 21+ checks in
- Towers: Alexandria, Marra, Blanca (different styles across towers)
- Many room types include 2 beds or suite options — check room name and bed type before booking
| Room name (example) | Typical bed setup (check booking) |
|---|---|
| Blanca Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds |
| Marra Style Queens Room | 2 Queen Beds |
| Marra Style Signature One Bedroom Suite | 1 King Bed (suite layout) |
Pools, age-restricted areas and lifeguards
The Pool at SAHARA Las Vegas is seasonal (typically March–October) and hotel guests of all ages get free entry; a lifeguard is on duty. Within the main pool area there are adults-only options such as 21+ cabanas and certain pool-side venues reserved for 21+ guests.
Non-hotel guests wishing to access the pool must meet age/ID rules (21+ where required). Daybeds, bungalows and cabanas are bookable and cabana access is restricted to those 21 and older.
- Main pool: all-ages access for registered hotel guests
- 21+ cabanas and some dayclub events reserved for guests 21+ with ID
- Pool season and hours can vary; typical service runs daily during pool season
| Pool feature | Age rule |
|---|---|
| Main pool entry (hotel guests) | All ages welcome |
| Cabanas / 21+ areas | 21+ with government ID |
| Non-hotel guest pool access | Generally 21+ (check venue rules) |
Which rooms work best for families
Choose room types that explicitly list multiple beds if you need space for kids—examples include Blanca Room (1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds), Marra Style Queens Room (2 Queen Beds) and select suites such as Blanca Junior Suite or Marra Style Signature One Bedroom Suite.
If you need private check-in options or added space, The Alex (Private Check-In) Room, The Alex Deluxe (Private Check-In) Room, and The Alex Suite (Private Check-In) are room names to look for; read the room description on booking pages to confirm occupancy and bedding.
- Blanca Room — bed options stated on booking (King or 2 Double)
- Marra Style Queens Room — two Queen beds for family stays
- Blanca Junior Suite / Marra Style Signature suites — more living space
| Room name | Why families might choose it |
|---|---|
| Blanca Room | Option for 2 Double Beds |
| Marra Style Queens Room | Two queen beds; suitable for 3–4 guests |
| Blanca Junior Suite | Suite layout for extra space |
Dining, nightlife and age-restricted venues
Restaurants at SAHARA Las Vegas are generally open to all ages—Maroon by Kwame Onwuachi, Balla Italian Soul, The Noodle Den and Chickie’s & Pete’s welcome families. Brunch and dinner hours vary by venue, so check each restaurant’s posted times when planning a family meal.
Nightlife venues and certain lounges are 21+; for example, AZILO Ultra Lounge and some pool dayclub events are restricted to guests 21 and older. CASBAR Lounge operates as a 24-hour bar and has evening entertainment where age restrictions apply for late-night programming.
- Family-friendly restaurants: Balla Italian Soul, The Noodle Den, Chickie’s & Pete’s
- 21+ venues: AZILO Ultra Lounge, AZILO pool events and some cabanas
- Check dress codes and reservation requirements for dinner or weekend service
| Venue | Age access |
|---|---|
| Balla Italian Soul | All ages (family-friendly) |
| Maroon by Kwame Onwuachi | All ages for dinner service |
| AZILO Ultra Lounge / Pool events | 21+ only |
Practical tips: resort fee, spa, fitness and transportation
A daily resort fee applies to all rooms and covers in-room Wi‑Fi, fitness center and in-season pool access, bottled water and other listed services. SAHARA operates a cashless payment system; a major credit card is required at check-in and the property typically places an incidental hold.
Amina Spa is for guests 18 and older; the on-site salon shares the spa hours and accepts all ages. For getting around, SAHARA has an on-site Las Vegas Monorail station (northern terminus) and Vegas Loop access; there is no free airport shuttle service listed, so plan rideshares, taxis, or monorail connections for airport/Strip travel.
- Resort fee covers Wi‑Fi, fitness and seasonal pool access (check current inclusions on booking)
- Amina Spa is 18+; salon has no minimum age
- Transportation: on-site Monorail station, Vegas Loop access, taxis and rideshare (no hotel airport shuttle listed)
| Service | Age or note |
|---|---|
| Resort fee inclusions | Wi‑Fi, fitness, pool access (daily fee applies) |
| Fitness Studio | Included via resort fee; Blanca Tower gym open 24/7 |
| Amina Spa | Guests 18+ only for spa treatments |
