Age, kids and family policy at Sunset Station
Sunset Station Hotel & Casino is family-friendly and welcomes children of all ages, with up to 2 children 17 and under staying free in a parent's room using existing bedding. The casino floor and casino bars are restricted to guests 21 and older; the main guest policies (check-in age, incidental deposit, and resort fee) apply to adults at check-in.
In this guide
- Who can check in and ID requirements
- Age rules for the casino, bars and public areas
- Children, babysitting and family amenities
- Room types and sleeping arrangements for families
- Pool season, cabanas and family access
- Dining, kids and age-appropriate seating
- Accessibility, pets and other practical family notes
Who can check in and ID requirements
The minimum check-in age for the primary guest is 21. At check-in the property requires a government-issued photo ID and a credit card in the reservation holder's name for incidentals.
The hotel collects an incidental deposit at check-in (reported as USD 100 per accommodation, per stay) and accepts major credit and debit cards; some sources report cash is not accepted for room payment.
- Minimum primary guest age: 21
- ID required: government-issued photo ID
- Payment for incidentals: credit card in the reservation name
- Reported incidental deposit: USD 100 per stay
| Item | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| Check-in time | 3:00 PM (standard) |
| Check-out time | 11:00 AM (standard) |
| Late check-out / early check-in | Available on request, subject to availability/fees |
Age rules for the casino, bars and public areas
Although the resort welcomes families and children are permitted in guest rooms and many public areas, Nevada gaming law requires guests to be at least 21 to enter or gamble on the casino floor. This 21+ rule also applies to casino bars.
Families can use non-casino areas such as the pool, bowling alley, arcade, movie theater and many restaurants while adults visit the casino.
- Casino floor: 21+ only (gambling and entry to casino floor)
- Casino bars (e.g., Casino Bar, Seville Bar): 21+ to enter
- Family areas (pool, bowling, arcade, theater): children welcome
| Area | Age policy |
|---|---|
| Casino floor / casino bars | 21+ |
| Guest rooms and public non-gaming areas | All ages welcome |
| Pool and family recreation | All ages welcome (pool seasonal) |
Children, babysitting and family amenities
Sunset Station welcomes families: up to 2 children aged 17 and under stay free in a parent's room using existing bedding. The property lists childcare/babysitting and supervised childcare/activities as available on site for a surcharge.
On-site family-friendly recreation includes a seasonal outdoor pool with a waterslide and cabanas, a 72-lane Strike Zone Bowling Center, an arcade/game room, and an on-site movie theater—options that do not require entering the casino floor.
- Children stay free: up to 2 children (17 and under) in parent's room using existing bedding
- Babysitting/childcare: available for a surcharge (prebook/ask the front desk)
- Family recreation: pool (seasonal), bowling (72 lanes), arcade, movie theater
| Family amenity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Pool | Seasonal; waterslide, cabanas/daybeds (surcharge); hotel guests usually free |
| Bowling | 72-lane Strike Zone Bowling Center on property |
| Arcade & movie theater | On-site options suitable for families |
Room types and sleeping arrangements for families
Sunset Station offers room types suitable for families, including Deluxe Room (1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds), Petite Suite (1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed or 2 Queen Beds), and larger suites such as Signature Suite and Luxury Suite. Room assignments like 'Room - Bed Type Assigned at Check-In' are also offered.
If you need extra sleeping space or a sofa bed, request it at booking or at check-in. The policy allowing up to 2 children 17 and under to stay free applies when using existing bedding in the parent's room.
- Deluxe Room — 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds
- Petite Suite — 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed or 2 Queen Beds
- Signature Suite — 1 King Bed
- Luxury Suite — 1 King Bed
- Room - Bed Type Assigned at Check-In — 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds
- Deluxe View Room, High Floor; Executive Room, High Floor (King options available)
| Room name | Typical bed setups |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Petite Suite | 1 King Bed + Double Sofa Bed, or 2 Queen Beds |
| Signature Suite / Luxury Suite | 1 King Bed |
Pool season, cabanas and family access
The outdoor pool is family-friendly and seasonal, generally operating from about mid-March through October. Specific opening/closing dates and daily hours vary by year and weather; one 2025 report listed an early-season opening March 15 with limited hours before full seasonal hours began.
Cabanas, daybeds and poolside amenities are available for rent for a surcharge; hotel guests typically receive pool access without an extra day-pass charge, while non-guests have been charged day-pass fees in past seasons.
- Pool season: typically mid-March through October
- Features: waterslide, grassy lawn, cabanas, daybeds, poolside bar; heated with at least one jacuzzi reported
- Cabanas/daybeds: available for rent (surcharge)
- Non-guest day-pass: reported in past seasons (hotel guests usually free)
| Item | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Seasonal operation | Opens/ closes by season; check current-year dates |
| Hours | Vary by season and weather (example seasonal hours have been reported) |
| Access | Hotel guests generally included; non-guests may pay a day-pass fee |
Dining, kids and age-appropriate seating
Most on-site restaurants welcome families and children; examples include The Brass Fork (open 24 hours), The Oyster Bar, Pasta Cucina, Sonoma Cellar and Yard House. Children are allowed in restaurants but the casino floor and casino bars remain 21+.
If you need a quieter family meal, ask about table locations or early dining hours. Some venues have dress codes (Sonoma Cellar lists Smart Casual; others list Resort Casual) and different hours—check specific restaurant hours before you go.
- Family-friendly restaurants: The Brass Fork, Yard House, Pasta Cucina, The Oyster Bar
- The Brass Fork: open 24 hours with a Prime Rib service window
- Yard House: family-friendly lunch/dinner and extensive draft beer selection (110 taps)
- Sonoma Cellar: steakhouse with Smart Casual dress code and daily happy hour
| Restaurant | Family note / hours |
|---|---|
| The Brass Fork | Open 24 hours — casual, family-friendly |
| Yard House | Open 11:00 AM–12:00 AM — family-friendly |
| The Oyster Bar / Pasta Cucina | Dinner/lunch hours vary — children welcome |
Accessibility, pets and other practical family notes
The property is wheelchair accessible with step-free paths and a pool hoist; some rooms are designated with disabled access. Service animals are permitted, but pets are not allowed except for service animals.
A mandatory resort fee applies and includes 24-hour fitness-center access plus certain phone/fax services. Free WiFi and free parking (self-parking and valet) are available; check with the front desk about any extra charges such as cabana rentals, babysitting or late check-out fees.
- Accessibility: step-free access, pool hoist, designated accessible rooms
- Pets: not permitted (service animals accepted)
- Resort fee: mandatory (includes fitness center access; exact amount varies by source/date)
- Parking: free self-parking and free valet; EV charging and accessible parking available
- WiFi: free in rooms and public areas
| Practical item | Details |
|---|---|
| Service animals | Allowed throughout the property |
| Pets | Not permitted |
| WiFi | Free in rooms and public areas |
