Encore at Wynn Las Vegas vs SAHARA Las Vegas: Head-to-Head Comparison

Two of Las Vegas's Strip casinos compared side by side. Encore at Wynn Las Vegas offers 2,034 rooms, while SAHARA Las Vegas offers 1,616 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.

Side-by-side comparison

Feature Encore at Wynn Las Vegas SAHARA Las Vegas
Location North Strip North Strip
Price Range $$$$ $$
Star Rating 4.8 / 5 4.2 / 5
Total Rooms 2,034 1,616
Casino Sq Ft 72,000 50,000
Table Games 150 40
Slot Machines 850 650
Poker Room Yes Yes
Sportsbook Yes Yes
Pool Yes Yes
Buffet No No
Spa Yes No
Nightclub Yes No
Live Shows Yes Yes
Casino Group Wynn Resorts Golden Entertainment
Year Established 2008 1952

Which is better for…

Gaming enthusiasts

Winner: Encore at Wynn Las Vegas

With 150 table games and 850 slots, Encore at Wynn Las Vegas offers a wider gaming selection than SAHARA Las Vegas's 40 tables and 650 slots.

Luxury seekers

Winner: Encore at Wynn Las Vegas

Encore at Wynn Las Vegas pairs a $$$$ price tier with a 4.8/5 rating, edging out SAHARA Las Vegas on the luxury scale.

Budget travelers

Winner: SAHARA Las Vegas

SAHARA Las Vegas ($$) generally runs cheaper than Encore at Wynn Las Vegas ($$$$).

Poker players

Winner: Encore at Wynn Las Vegas

Both have poker rooms; Encore at Wynn Las Vegas backs it with a larger table-game floor.

Families

Tie

Both rate similarly for families.

Couples

Winner: Encore at Wynn Las Vegas

Encore at Wynn Las Vegas wins for couples with a 4.8/5 rating and a full spa.

Location & getting between them

Both properties are located on the North Strip, walking distance apart. The Venetian/Palazzo to Wynn is a short 5-minute walk. Resorts World and Fontainebleau are near the Convention Center. The STRAT is at the far north end, about a 20-minute walk from Wynn. The Las Vegas Monorail has stops at SAHARA and Convention Center. See our North Strip guide for the full walkable cluster.

The verdict

Encore at Wynn Las Vegas wins 7 of the compared categories to 0. Choose Encore at Wynn Las Vegas if you want a bigger gaming floor; choose SAHARA Las Vegas if you prefer lower prices.

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