SLS Las Vegas: Modern Luxury

SLS Las Vegas carries on the Sahara Hotel and Casino Legacy

I am in Vegas more than I would like, sometimes for a week or more, with events like Magic and the SEMA Show. So when a new hotel opens up, I want to check it out; it gives me something new to see. The SLS Las Vegas has only been open since August, so everything is still brand new, and it is a significant upgrade to the aging Sahara Hotel and Casino that it replaced. Sadly, the Sahara is gone only because it was the location of the original Ocean’s 11 films with the Rat Pack. However, time marches on, and I am sure Peter Lawford would feel right at home in the SLS.

If you are a fan of modern, clean design, you will love the SLS’s industrial luxury feel; this can be seen from the open ceilings of the casino to the exposed concrete in many of the rooms. The clean industrial lines are often punctuated by a burst of color or art that is more old-world or organic to balance out the spaces nicely.

Location: If you are a Vegas veteran like me, you know that the Sahara is on the north edge of the Strip, but for me, it works well since it is close to the Las Vegas Convention Center, where most of the events that I attend are held. For me, the newness of exploring Las Vegas Blvd has worn off a long time ago, so once I settle into a hotel, I generally stay on the grounds during my downtime.

SLS Las Vegas: A Foodie’s Paradise

If you are like me the SLS Las Vegas has everything you want from a great selection of restaurants to shopping at brands like Fred Segal, being an L.A. area native it’s like escaping to a self-contained Los Angeles. The restaurant’s in-house include Katsuya and Umami Burger & Beer Garden, both So Cal staples.

I have found the best deal for the SLS is on Vegas.com or Booking.com, with prices as low as $45 a night (weeknight). It’s a lot of value for the money, but I have found that you can still get a room for under $80 during a non-holiday weekend. Holidays and Big Event weekend prices can go up as high as the $180s.

For more information or to book, check out their official website HERE.