SAHARA Las Vegas vs The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower: Head-to-Head Comparison
Two of Las Vegas's Strip casinos compared side by side. SAHARA Las Vegas offers 1,616 rooms, while The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower offers 2,427 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | SAHARA Las Vegas | The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower |
|---|---|---|
| Location | North Strip | North Strip |
| Price Range | $$ | $ |
| Star Rating | 4.2 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 1,616 | 2,427 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 50,000 | 80,000 |
| Table Games | 40 | 50 |
| Slot Machines | 650 | 800 |
| Poker Room | Yes | Yes |
| Sportsbook | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | No | Yes |
| Spa | No | Yes |
| Nightclub | No | No |
| Live Shows | Yes | Yes |
| Casino Group | Golden Entertainment | Golden Entertainment |
| Year Established | 1952 | 1996 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 50 table games and 800 slots, The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower offers a wider gaming selection than SAHARA Las Vegas's 40 tables and 650 slots.
Luxury seekers
SAHARA Las Vegas pairs a $$ price tier with a 4.2/5 rating, edging out The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower ($) generally runs cheaper than SAHARA Las Vegas ($$).
Poker players
Both have poker rooms; The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower backs it with a larger table-game floor.
Families
Both rate similarly for families.
Couples
The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower wins for couples with a 3.8/5 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
The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower wins 6 of the compared categories to 1. Choose SAHARA Las Vegas if you want higher guest ratings; choose The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower if you prefer a bigger gaming floor.