My sister and I went to Vegas for a quick 3 day trip. We didn't want to spend alot on a hotel but wanted a clean, safe place to stay. The Sahara was perfect for us. We arrived 2 hours before check-in but the friendly staff accomadated us and we were shown to our room immediately. The room did show some wear but it was clean, spacious and quiet. The beds were comfortable and the a/c worked great. We ate burgers in the bar and mine was one of the best I've ever eaten. The casino was much fun and the machines were much more friendly (Pay-Outs) than those on the strip. The Sahara is a ways up from the main action but with the monorail it is so easy to get around. If you are looking for a high luxury hotel with many fancy details, the Sahara probably is not for you. If you are like me and are looking for a clean, safe, friendly enviorment, than you will love the Sahara. I know that this is the only place I will stay when going to Vegas.

Family vacation so we booked 3 rooms total.Stayed in tangier tower only problem we faced was slow draining water and 2 lamps didnt work, other than that we were very satisfied and happy. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Cant wait for my next vegas vacation!!!!

I was disappointed with the check-in (more than an hour), the room and the buffet. The hotel is a good deal but it is dated. I believe that it dates back to 1952 unfortunately, the property has not been maintained. The pool and the cafe called "The Grind" were the shining stars of the hotel. Also, the rollercaster did look like fun but I didn't try it.

Put it in perspective - it is old, worn and could use a touch of updating. But, it's also a great way to do a vacation on a budget when you don't want to spend $150 or $200 a night. It was clean, the staff was friendly for the most part and at less than $30 a night, it's hard to beat. It is off the beaten path - if you rent a car or want to use the monorail, it's fine. If you want to walk, forget it. If you have a choice, stay in the Tangiers towers - a little newer than the Alexandria and not as dated. Unfortuntately, the previous reviewer is correct - the two nicer restaurants are closed through June due to the slowness of the economy. But, we had decent meals in both the Caravan Cafe and the NASCAR cafe. Now, if you are willing to spend more $, then there are better places to stay, but I figure Vegas is gonna take enough of my money, I might as well keep the rooms to a minimum.......heck, how much time are you going to spend in the room anyway? Oh, and one last thing - the pool here is very nice.