Honeymoon tips for couples staying at SAHARA Las Vegas
Stay at SAHARA Las Vegas for a mix of Strip access, nightlife, and on-site dining; pick a room type that fits your honeymoon vibe (try a Blanca Junior Suite, The Alex Suite, or a Marra Style Signature One Bedroom Suite for extra space). Expect 4:00 PM standard check-in, a daily resort fee that includes Wi‑Fi and pool/fitness access, and a seasonal outdoor pool open March–October with both all-ages and 21+ cabana areas.
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Choosing the right room for a honeymoon
Match your priorities: pick a suite for separate living space and better skyline views, or a boutique tower room for a cozier feel. SAHARA offers named rooms and suites across the Alexandria, Marra, and Blanca towers.
Room names to consider include Blanca Room, Blanca Junior Suite, The Alex Suite, The Alex Signature Suite, and Marra Style Signature One Bedroom Suite — use the suite options if you want a living/dining area for private evenings in.
- Blanca Room — simple king or two double beds; good if you prefer Blanca Tower facilities.
- Blanca Junior Suite — extra space and mirrored closets for getting ready.
- The Alex Suite / The Alex Signature Suite — private check-in options and larger layouts.
- Marra Style Signature One Bedroom Suite — one-bedroom layout for separate sleeping and lounge areas.
| Room Type | Why it works for honeymooners |
|---|---|
| Blanca Junior Suite | More space, good for dressing and relaxing in-room |
| The Alex Suite | Private check-in and a separate lounge, good for privacy |
| Marra Style Signature One Bedroom Suite | One-bedroom layout for dedicated living/dining space |
Arrival and check-in tips
Standard check-in at SAHARA Las Vegas begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is before 11:00 AM. The hotel accepts arrivals between 4:00 PM and midnight; if you expect to arrive outside that window, notify the property.
The property requires the primary guest checking in to be 21 or older and to present government-issued photo ID plus a credit card. A major credit card is also authorized for a per-day incidental deposit.
- Check-in time: 4:00 PM (standard).
- Minimum check-in age: 21 with photo ID and credit card.
- Incidental deposit: major credit card authorization is required.
| Item | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Check-in window | 4:00 PM–midnight |
| Check-out | Before 11:00 AM |
| ID & payment | 21+ ID and credit card required at arrival |
Pool days and poolside privacy
The Pool at SAHARA Las Vegas is seasonal (typically open March–October) and hotel guests get free entry. The main pool deck offers all-ages access for registered guests.
If you want an adults-only experience, SAHARA provides 21+ cabanas and other reserved spaces; cabanas and daybeds are bookable and require valid 21+ ID at entry for the 21+ areas.
- Pool season: March–October (seasonal).
- Hotel guests: free entry to the main pool deck.
- Adults-only options: 21+ cabanas and certain pool areas reserved for 21+ guests.
- Book daybeds/cabanas in advance for a guaranteed private spot.
| Service | Typical timing |
|---|---|
| Daybeds/cabanas service | Generally 10 AM–5 PM during pool season |
| Pool open hours (typical listing) | 9 AM–6 PM in pool season |
| Poolside dining | Pool dining menu available during pool hours |
Dining and romantic evenings
SAHARA has multiple on-site restaurants and lounges suitable for a honeymoon dinner or celebratory meal. Notable options include Maroon by Kwame Onwuachi (Caribbean steakhouse) and Balla Italian Soul (coastal/Southern Italian) along with lounges such as CASBAR and The Tangier.
Reserve ahead for weekend dinners and special nights, and check hours — some venues have Saturday or late-night variations.
- Maroon by Kwame Onwuachi — dinner nightly (hours vary; reservations recommended).
- Balla Italian Soul — daily dinner; Saturday Ciao Bella Brunch available.
- CASBAR Lounge — open 24 hours with daily happy hours; good for late-night drinks.
- The Tangier — classic lounge open afternoons through late night for quieter cocktails.
| Venue | Best for |
|---|---|
| Maroon by Kwame Onwuachi | Special-occasion dinner (Caribbean steakhouse) |
| Balla Italian Soul | Brunch or Italian dinner |
| CASBAR Lounge / The Tangier | Cocktails and relaxed post-show drinks |
Spa, wellness and planning a couples treatment
Amina Spa is the on-site spa located on the 2nd floor of the Alexandria Tower; it includes ten treatment rooms plus a couples massage suite. The spa is reserved for guests 18 and older.
Spa hours are 9 AM–6 PM Monday and Thursday, and 9 AM–7 PM Friday through Sunday; the spa is closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Call ahead to book couples treatments and to confirm availability.
- Amina Spa phone: 702.761.7088 or extension 7088 from a room phone.
- Couples suite available — book early for weekend appointments.
- Cancellation: notify the spa at least 24 hours before your appointment to avoid full charges.
| Day | Typical Spa Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday & Thursday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Friday–Sunday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday & Wednesday | Closed |
Getting around and day trips from SAHARA
SAHARA sits on the north end of the Las Vegas Strip at 2535 Las Vegas Blvd S and has an on-site Las Vegas Monorail station (the northern terminus), plus access to the Vegas Loop. These options make it easy to reach other Strip destinations without a car.
Nearby points of interest include the Las Vegas Festival Grounds (about a 5-minute walk) and The Strat (around a 7–12 minute walk). Popular day-trip drives from the Strip include Red Rock Canyon, Hoover Dam, and the Grand Canyon West Rim; travel times vary and are not handled by the hotel unless you book a tour.
- On-site Las Vegas Monorail station — direct elevated link down the Strip.
- Vegas Loop access — Tesla-based underground transport operated by The Boring Company (on-property station).
- Walking: Las Vegas Festival Grounds is across the street; The Strat and Circus Circus are within a 10–15 minute walk.
- Day trips: Red Rock Canyon (~20–30 minutes by car), Hoover Dam (~45 minutes), Grand Canyon West Rim (~2–2.5 hours).
| Nearby | Approx. time on foot/drive |
|---|---|
| Las Vegas Festival Grounds | About a 5-minute walk |
| The Strat / Circus Circus | About 7–15 minute walk |
| Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) | Typical drive 10–30 minutes depending on traffic |
Budget, resort fee and useful policies
A daily resort fee applies to all rooms and suites; that fee covers in-room Wi‑Fi, fitness center access, in-season pool access, two complimentary bottled waters, local/toll-free calls, boarding-pass printing, and a digital savings pass. Quoted rates on the hotel's site already include the resort fee.
SAHARA operates a cashless payment system; acceptable card brands include American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard and Visa. Parking (self and valet) is available free of charge for hotel and property guests.
- Resort fee: the property's published daily resort fee applies to all rooms (quoted rates may already include it).
- Payment: cashless property — major cards accepted; incidental deposit held on credit card.
- Parking: free self-parking and valet available in two garages.
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Resort fee inclusion | Wi‑Fi, fitness, pool access, bottled water, local calls, boarding-pass printing |
| Parking | Free self-parking and valet for guests |
| Pet policy | Only service animals allowed; pets not permitted |
