Sahara Las Vegas Is Surprisingly Luxurious & Really Affordable

[@BenHodgeThemeParkEndeavor]

The Las Vegas monorail starts at the Sahara, I just recently took the monorail from the Sahara to the LinQ, it was easy getting around the strip that way.

[@tomlewis8522]

How much is it ?

[@BenHodgeThemeParkEndeavor]

@@tomlewis8522 I think I paid $13 but then later on found out I could have road it for a dollar if I show my local ID.

[@BendawgLJ]

​@@tomlewis8522 I think it's a bit spendy if you're sticking to south/central strip. That's cool to hear that locals get a break on the fare.

[@jeffgrigore4410]

James, I came across your channel while me and my wife were planning a trip to Las Vegas this upcoming July. We have not been since 2015 and your videos gave us some great insight on what to expect - especially the Palazzo where we will be staying. I have to say, you are doing some incredible travel content and you are a natural when it comes to delivering the do's & don't's at these properties you are staying at. I do hope you keep with this as you are heads and shoulders above what a lot of other travel-related KZbinrs are doing. Cheers!

[@JameyPaugh]

Perfect content for anyone who wants to go to Vegas! I've binged watch every hotel review over the last week. Keep it coming James! Chickie's & Pete's 😉 It's a Philadelphia staple.

[@countalucard4226]

Back in 60s and early 70s I used to stay at the Sahara. It had a unique quality that gave it a whole different vibe from other hotels. I guess it was the atmosphere with dancing girls on a stage right behind one of the bars. Plus I loved their coffee shop.

[@j10shovels]

I recently binged your videos and lovin the Vegas content. Good to see more! I go all the time, and I'll be out there next week and plan on putting some of your tips to practice. Keep it coming!

[@Coolist]

Have an epic trip 🙏🏻

[@alexsobotie9139]

Just started following this channel. I think this is the best edit I have seen thus far. Very well done. I think that every video has to have a good presentation of the environment with medium zoom out and was well incorporated here. I do like the video-in-video portions with your commentary whilst watching the POI. Overall very well done and look forward to your growth on this platform.

[@Coolist]

Thanks Alex - welcome to the channel 🤝

[@alexsobotie9139]

@@Coolist Thank you!

[@jonathankrejdovsky1213]

Terrific job once again James! Sahara is an amazing value and very underrated as well. I went to the pool Azilo last year in Sept and was blown away. Very cool and hip. Keep up the great work

[@Coolist]

I'm looking forward to going back in the summer and checking/out the pool scene

[@Hoolie24]

Just found your channel and about to binge watch! Great content!

[@GOxHAM]

Awesome video man, the food and drinks looked delicious! Thanks for tip about the Alexandria tower.

[@jayjamieson8540]

Always highly appreciate your Vegas content man, thanks a lot!

[@Coolist]

Double J! Thanks!

[@TheSportsForum]

Hey James, question! For 2 guys doing a 3 night stay, interested in rooms, location, value, and sports bars mostly, would you rather stay at the Luxor or Sahara??? We were leaning Luxor, but your video made it a tough choice! We’ll take your advice!

[@Coolist]

If you value staying on the main strip area and appreciate easy access to explore Mandalay Bay, Luxor, even though it's a poor strip location (southernmost), If it was me, Sahara 99/100 times - not even close in essentially every other aspect of the property.

[@TheSportsForum]

@@Coolist awesome, thanks James, love your content! Would love to see a 2024 Excalibur review!

[@vegasnut6887]

Great to see you back in Vegas and your resort/hotel reviews are second to none top job.

[@Coolist]

Thanks so much VN 🙏🏻

[@wheels711]

Glad ur back in LV and another great video. Thank you

[@Coolist]

Thanks Frank

[@adammerry4996]

Out of all the Vegas vloggers your the only one that shows high end stuff keep it up

[@jasonep2]

Love the jacket you're wearing in the intro! Another great video. I've been wanting to check Bazaar Meat. I'm heading back to Vegas at the end of March for my bday and we'll see if I can pass up my favorite SW to take a trip to Sahara.

[@Coolist]

Bazaar has the much better menu - not even close.

[@TheDailyDemo]

YAAY Vegas vids are back! I'm going to book myself a trip for my birthday, will watch these for inspiration.

[@Coolist]

Hi Jacqueline

[@giselelite8885]

Greatest gratitude for this elite video of the Sahara Las Vegas⚘️

[@Coolist]

Hi Gisel 👋🏻

[@morganmcconnell7385]

Great video👍 I don't think I've had a chance to visit or see the Saraha. Nice to get a walk-through and review. Looks like you had a nice experience there.

[@Coolist]

MM - it's a very solid property. My expectations were certainly exceeded.

[@estellacoggins715]

You're videos are great, you are such an awesome reviewer and a excellent articulate speaker. Thank you for all your videos!

[@rawdawgg652]

Yoooooooooooo dude, you're crushing it! Love the Vegas content. Remember, what happens I'm Vegas, stays in vegas....except crabs.

[@Coolist]

Yo Ry Guy! In my experience, nothing stays in vegas 😎

[@AvoidLloyd95]

I never would of considered staying at the Sahara. The last time I had been in the casino was in the early 00's. But after seeing your video and the videos about the decline of the Aria. Which is my usual go to, its going on the short list for my next trip. Thanks for all the great videos.

[@jeanniewertz337]

Love your reviews! They’re so informative and fun to watch!

[@Coolist]

Thanks Jeannie 😊

[@andreab1653]

Great video, as usual; I completely forgot that Sahara was a thing, so this was really good content to see. Unsolicited advice - if there's a machine that is really calling to you but it won't take your $, you could find any machine that will take it but instead of playing it there, you can cash out and get a ticket which should work in the original machine.

[@Coolist]

Hey Andrea! I've always wanted to try this property since it was the SLS/W but never had the chance. I'm so glad I finally made it!

[@bodyloverz30]

@@Coolist The Monorail is great here too.

[@skip686]

Thanks for posting this, haven't been in a minute. In our age of uber and lyft this really isn't too far off the beaten path these days.

[@nopefoh]

the Bazaar Meat ad showing up on the big board behind you during the intro right as you mentioned it was impeccable timing 😆

[@Coolist]

I'd rather be lucky than good 🍀

[@steveford11]

We are coming to Vegas in April 2023 and staying at the Sahara, this is very helpful, thanks

[@Haileys8Commet]

1000% agree with your review. I'm surprised you didn't book a suite in that tower similar to how I was surprised you didn't at cromwell. I'm always trying to get people to stay at Sahara. Location doesn't bother me since you have westgate, the strat and resorts world near if you want to visit a different property and you have the monorail to get you all the way to mgm if you like. Looking forward to you going back in warmer months and hope you book the suite designed by Lenny Kravitz

[@Coolist]

Interesting properties that you mentioned... 😎

[@rn1109]

Is it easy to figure out the monorail will someone sell me a ticket I’m staying at Sahara for a week soon and never been to Vegas

[@Haileys8Commet]

@@rn1109 getting a ticket is easy. It's all digital. There's a lil screen and you just turn on nfc on your phone and it scans your pass. I generally get the 48 hour pass so I don't have to pay each time. It's fast and at the back of each hotel and the stops are posted and each hotel has signs guiding you to it

[@grottorabbit]

I wonder if your Monkey Bar date just found out she's boring?!🤔 I didn't stay at Sahara, but I did drop $450 at Bazaar Meat by myself, but that was with champagne and 2 ounces of Kobe Beef! I love that restaurant! The deconstructed olive was odd but enjoyable. I'm a W Hotels fan via Los Angeles, so I think I'd love the design. I love those re-reflecting in room mirrors! The room was a bit too basic for my taste, but would be acceptable in a better location! Another great video James!

[@amirnuriddin]

Been waiting for you to get back to vegas. Let’s goooooo!!!!

[@JoshRaySlots]

I've watched all your videos Great quailty video!!

[@Coolist]

Appreciate that Josh.

[@user-vx5lb4iw2q]

James, excellent review. I saved this one for the drink & food 👌 Wow! can't wait to try these out. definitely will pay it a visit.. thanks to your overview. Hope you found a lucky machine & interesting, in a good way date, LOL.

[@Coolist]

Hey C! The food and drinks were excellent! Hope you're doing well 😃

[@MACMAMI]

Although I totally understand the reasoning for your final score, it is an easy 3 (Recommend) for me based off of your ratings system, and I'm boldly predicting when you come back to stay at the Alexandria Tower during the on-season that you'll elevate your rating to 3 or 3.5 then for a couple of reasons. =) Firstly: the Sahara has greatly expanded and renovated their Azilo Ultra pool area. It's actually directly connected with the Casbar Lounge you visited and is said to also have an upscale brunch service accompanying it. It has this sort of Moroccan-inspired theme to it and I think you'll really appreciate that. =) Secondly: the Alexandria Tower rooms are even better than the already likeable standard rooms and have some gorgeous and quirky decor and theming of their own. =) I also think once the Fontainebleu and Majestic both open their doors over these next three years, the admittedly-isolated Sahara will be better connected to other parts of the North Las Vegas Strip. The former in particular could breathe some additional heavy life into the area. =) Another amazing video as always James, yay! =)

[@Coolist]

Wow, what an impressively well-crafted critique. Awesome Zara - I'll be back to check-out the summer pool scene 😃

[@MACMAMI]

@@Coolist =)

[@shawnhillman8630]

Glad to see you back in Vegas James!

[@Coolist]

😎

[@sn07]

It’s because of the renovations the SLS brand did to it. Either way, glad this and the Strat have been renovated and doing good. We need to preserve our iconic hotels instead of imploding them to build new ones...

[@jaredsnell6925]

Glad you are back in Vegas! That is how I originally discovered the channel.

[@Coolist]

I had to double-back for my Vegas faithful

[@bstv3380]

Thank you for sharing this. Really great to learn about this hotel. All places give out unique and innovative vibes except the Starbucks? Loved your video!

[@Coolist]

This video was a lot of fun to make - I quite enjoyed my time here.

[@marlanfarrokhi]

The monorail makes things really easy to get to the other side of the strip.

[@Yolduranduran]

I haven't been to Stratosphere since before the change. What I liked was that it was a bit quitter and easier to park, check in, etc. I will likely go back at some point. We have been staying at more central locations lately.

[@petersampson5202]

GOD BLESS YOU JAMES. I AM VERY PROUD OF YOU AND VERY HAPPY FOR YOU. I HOPE ALL OF YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE. SAHARA IS ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. I LOVE STARBUCKS. I LOVE SAHARA. EVERYTHING HAS BEEN A MIRACLE AND FAR BEYOND MY WILDEST DREAMS. EVERYTHING HAS BEEN A MIRACLE AND AN INDESCRIBABLE GIFT FROM GOD AND MY BEAUTIFUL FRIENDS. 🙏🙏🙏

[@Coolist]

Thanks Peter - likewise 🙏🏻

[@petersampson5202]

@@Coolist YOUR WELCOME JAMES. EVERYTHING HAS BEEN A MIRACLE IN MY LIFE. SAHARA LOOKS BEAUTIFUL. 🙏

[@clarkmott1419]

Glad you’re back in Vegas. My favorite videos of yours. If you’re willing to do The Strat, does that mean Harrah’s, Flamingo, Excalibur, Luxor, Resorts World, Circus Circus, and Tropicana are next? You gotta finish every strip casino! Don’t limit yourself to only the top tier properties :)

[@mzdemetria8332]

I love that Verbena @ the Cosmo hotel! I love that the hotel is close to the monorail.

[@dmhmcr101483]

Chickies & Pete’s is a Philly Sportsbar & Restaurant chain. We love the crab fries

[@bmgvids]

My fav spot in Vegas...been staying there since it was SLS... I love that place

[@BendawgLJ]

Excellent work! I think you covered it all & objectively. I have only visited the first floor in the off season but it certainly seems room stay worthy. For Starbucks, I can't remember if that location accepted mobile ordering? That could help a little. I also heard there's another on property coffeehouse? Did I hear right, you added shots to a cold brew?!? Jammin! Loved learning about the private rooms at Chickie & Pete's. Could come in handy for soccer or women's sports that never seem to be on the main bar menus. 😅

[@melanieabalos3108]

Whatever camera you have, its amazing.

[@gingerriviera3654]

I really like your videos!

[@jose6521]

Amazing review, so fun to watch, thanks!! 🤩

[@nikiw2n]

You had me at Dole Whip Margherita!! 😍😋

[@Coolist]

I buy one every time i see it. It's a conviction buy for me.

[@nikiw2n]

@@Coolist I choose Dole Whip whenever it's an option. There is a yogurt store in my city that has it, so I stay away unless it's a special occasion. 😂

[@adzisme]

Have not been in the Sahara since the original was set to close 4 months after I stayed there. Going to have to make time to see this version.

[@erolish]

5:19 Tangier refers to a city on the intersection of the Mediterranean sea and Atlantic ocean in my home country Morocco.

[@DerpyDerpGamesGalore]

i agree too! just stayed there during dec 2021 ... the rooms are amazing

[@williamhiland4378]

Staying there soon! This was a great heads up!

[@tariuswilson5879]

Wanted to add a piece to your review as well; the valet parking is free !!🤫of course one should tip, as you'll see that the valet guys are so cool there and will willingly assist you to where to go as well & all the happenings in Vegas..very good dudes

[@bumpdump4171]

Thank you for the video I really appreciate it.

[@Coolist]

Of course 😊

[@apatel8t3]

James my wife and I love your videos. I noticed you haven’t done a review of Aria sky suites. I’ve stayed there a couple times would love to get your input. Going to stay at Encore in July since you gave it such high praise.

[@chavez34cm]

Always good stuff brother 🤙🏼

[@VesaJay]

So I want to say thanks we made reservations for Riu Republica Punta Cana in June!

[@Coolist]

Hope you have an amazing stay 🌴

[@bryanguerrero1938]

Best review I’ve seen in my life.. 6/6

[@Coolist]

Thanks Bryan

[@chasejoseph31]

Do you have any other exterior footage of the hotel? It seems that here on KZbin, as well as a Google search only show snippets lol.

[@youdecide2696]

Reading the reviews, wifi seems to be a serious issue at the Sahara, unable to stream etc. As a student at the moment, I need properly working wifi. Because of this issue alone, I cancelled my reservation I had. Nice work!!

[@ShanntahnPininchula]

Brother you have GOT to go to Tacos and Beer on Paradise Rd. (It's definitely not a dive like it sounds lol it's nice) Serious gourmet street tacos and awesome beer selection. Deffo some of the best in all of Vegas and some of the best I have ever had! (Not sure about their mixed drinks though)

[@Coolist]

Yo Griff! Have you mentioned tacos and beer before? Because I've definitely heard that recommendation previously. That's probably a sign that I should finally check that place out.

[@ShanntahnPininchula]

@@Coolist I mentioned it on another channel I don't think it is yours. But bro. It's a gotta do type of thing IMHO. Great vibe excellent food. Nice Latinas popping in and out here and there 😉

[@santaanahaunt83]

love this place, stay here everytime we go, but as far as the location complain. There is a monorail attached to it and takes you all the way to the strip!

[@cblu5254]

Wow you seem to be a tough drinker. I would have been wasted. Great video! Thanks for the content

[@bodyloverz30]

The Strat, Resorts World, & Fountainblue soon. Not a bad area, when all are open.

[@mrpeel3239]

Really great how you break down your experience into manageable, Sin City "bites"!

[@Tims_Travels]

Great video. Sahara has come such a long way through its Sahara-SLS-Sahara transformation. The room looks amazing and love the ‘circus’ double mirror. $40 for Starbucks?! Really?! Still, not as bad as losing $100 is 40 seconds 😩

[@EmanBasketballDad]

LOL! "I had a date, she was boring. Rather than being impolite, I got inebriated". That is classic! You always look for the brighter side of life.

[@duhnonymous1857]

Jose Andres is THE BOMB!!!

[@Coolist]

It was phenomenal!

[@mrscruisequite07phalo42]

Okay so I’ve been following you for a while, and this might sound dumb, could you please explain your rating system for me? We’re planning a trip in October so Strat and Sahara are posting reasonable rates and due to your channel we’re considering them. I don’t gamble, don’t like crowds so these appeal to me. I like a good bar, good food, production’s and fun place to party.

[@susanseverson3965]

Are you able to turn off the LED lights on the mirrors in the bedroom?

[@courtneyhilton2214]

Great Stuff James, It really is a Nice property. I think $100-500 in a Slot would definitely better reflect your style. Besides Most Vegas Followers love a little bit more of that element.. 50 bucks and High Limit Just don't go together..

[@grandepdre]

Too bad you didn't eat at Noodle Den. Outstanding meal last week for me and the wife. Outstanding.

[@robertfoerster566]

You know? It may be worth a video to find out which hotel/resort has the best, or at least adequate coffee from it's own morning restaurant/bakery stop? Don't even bother with TI's as I've been here enough to say, its brew was/is awful. But it would actually sway me to decide on a hotel, if I could get a decent coffee, without the Starbucks line up! Cheers and thank you for these videos!

[@johnw3922]

This is rather shocking to me. I stayed at the Sahara in 2004 and thought it was a pile if junk that needs to be demolished, I have never bothered to even go near it since. It is interesting to see how they have renovated the place.

[@Coolist]

It's a sleeper - I too was surprised to the upside

[@Trevor-Watlington]

Such a cool guy, what an inspiration

[@brittdoughtie5597]

Ice review, but I waited until the end for your final comments about the steak restaurant and they never came. So, how many stars would you give it (1-6)??? Thanks!

[@Coolist]

I made complete dedicated video on it / it's the #1 steakhouse In Vegas easily. Check out my playlists section - Las Vegas Restaurants.

[@foxydee4]

They should put you on payroll because you sold the hell out of the Sahara. Most locals dont think highly of the Sahara. But i want to check it out thanks to you☺️

[@Coolist]

I just call it like I see it. Check it out and let me know what you think!

[@vincemerrell3993]

Stayed in Sahara many, many years ago (early+mid 90's). It's a lot changed since then for sure but the location really is the main detractor. Too many 'interesting' walks to/from the main attractions on the Strip. Fine if you're good to taxi everywhere or if the monorail works for you (if only that had been there in the 90's)

[@Coolist]

Definitely not a "walkable" location

[@Dave-lz3rm]

The one workaround is Sahara being a monorail stop, it eases things a bit, but I find staying central strip is a better idea typically too.

[@jamesrentas8172]

Is the area around Sahara bad? That’s where they have all the festivals?

[@STEVEN-hv7ds]

They spiffed up the place nice but you can't change the low ceiling tiny window guest rooms. Even with all white and mirrors..

[@bkkmj4250]

Awesome report from a fellow Foodie/Boozie Q. How’s the pool? 💦

[@cristinauy8230]

Hey james! Good to see you in vegas again! Pls kindly put the prices of your food and drinks! Keep up the good work! More vegas vlogs pls, its what you do best. Cheers!

[@gary2smooth]

I can get this for $21 a night but idk if I’ll be getting screwed over with a terrible room, is it worth it?

[@carlblumenstock338]

That room was an old SLS room. Never updated. Not enough bars in this place. Plus the bars that are in there have very little to no video poker in them. Sister property in Reno the Grand Sierra Resort has lots of video poker in all their bars. GSR is so much better.

[@nikkib6604]

I need to find some Dole whip with rum!!

[@joepowell4288]

Chicky Pete’s are the best fries!!. Love it in Philly.

[@bkkmj4250]

So what was the “yes, but” on Baazar Meats? Price?

[@CGF101]

Every time I go to vegas I just get sucked into the strip lol I’m learning from you

[@Coolist]

There are some fantastic properties outside the main/center strip area.

[@CGF101]

@@Coolist have u stayed at the M ?

[@sfdanceron1]

Hey, you''re back in Vegas.

[@ThinkTravel1]

Great video…

[@Coolist]

Thanks TT 🙏🏻

[@robertdodd8169]

Does the tram still stop there?

[@kirklima1640]

Where is the window in the room?

[@gorymarty56]

Chickies is a Philly thing. Great sports restaurant.

[@Gambleraddictz]

I’d love to collaborate with you and network! Are you living here in Vegas?

[@sfdanceron1]

The dole whip is on my list.

[@dcarden3031]

They have like four or five different styles of rooms unlike any other hotel near the strip

[@greenfash6328]

that use to be the W hotel/ SLS hotel

[@EarthenDam]

Don't forget there is a monorail station there to take you to the strip.

[@krisjonson9193]

what was the price for the stay ?

[@lamonthicks9555]

Wow they remolded it looks good