The Sahara Hotel and Casino opened its doors in 1952 and quickly established itself as one of Las Vegas most exciting destinations. Today, thanks to a 100USD million renovation project, the Sahara has recaptured its original Splendor. The property now offers 1,720 guestrooms, a lively 85,000 square-foot casino, a sparkling pool in an exotic setting, five exceptional restaurants and a buffet that may be the best tasting value on the Las Vegas Strip. A 950 seat Sahara Theater. The 75,000-square-foot NASCAR Cafe, including the fast pace excitement of the virtual reality race car attraction, Cyber Speedway, and exciting new state-of-the-art roller coaster, Speed the Ride opened in early 2000. With 50 years of Las Vegas history, the Sahara has hosted many of the era's most celebrated performers including Ann-Margret, Johnny Carson, Tina Turner and in 1967 it was the Sahara that brought the Beatles to Las Vegas. The Sahara offers exceptional amenities at value rates.