Things to do nearby: Henderson attractions and hotel activities
Sunset Station Hotel & Casino sits at 1301 W Sunset Rd in Henderson and offers on-site gaming, family-friendly recreation (seasonal outdoor pool, 72-lane bowling, movie theater, arcade) plus 10 restaurants and multiple bars. Nearby attractions within a short drive include the Galleria at Sunset, Ethel M Botanical Cactus Garden, Lake Mead and Hoover Dam.
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On-site entertainment and recreation
Guests can spend much of a stay without leaving the property. The casino floor operates alongside a 72-lane Strike Zone Bowling Center, a movie theater, an arcade/game room and a sportsbook.
The outdoor pool area is seasonal and family-friendly; it has a waterslide, grassy lawn, lounge chairs, rentable cabanas/daybeds and a pool hoist. Pool hours and the season can vary by year.
- Casino floor (21+ to enter and gamble)
- 72-lane bowling center with Kingpin Lounge
- On-site movie theater and arcade/Game room
- Seasonal outdoor pool with waterslide, cabanas and a jacuzzi
- On-site sportsbook
| Activity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Pool | Seasonal (typically mid-March–October); cabanas/daybeds for surcharge |
| Bowling | 72 lanes on property; Kingpin Lounge nearby |
| Arcade / Movies | Family-friendly options on site |
Dining and bars at the hotel
Sunset Station features ten on-site restaurants and a range of bars and lounges, from 24-hour casual dining to a steakhouse and a large Yard House with many draft taps.
Several bars operate around the clock or nearly so and some host live DJs or televised sports; casino bars are restricted to guests 21 and older.
- The Brass Fork — 24-hour American restaurant; nightly Prime Rib served 4:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
- Sonoma Cellar — steakhouse with dinner hours and daily happy hour
- Pasta Cucina — Italian dinner service and late-night happy hour
- The Oyster Bar — seafood with extended weekend hours
- Yard House — American dining with a large draft-beer selection
- Gaudi Bar and Casino Bar — casino-floor bars open 24/7 (21+)
| Venue | Typical Hours |
|---|---|
| The Brass Fork | Open 24 hours |
| Yard House | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. daily |
| The Oyster Bar | Sun–Thu 11:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Fri–Sat until midnight |
Family-friendly features
Sunset Station welcomes families: children of all ages may stay in guest rooms, and up to 2 children 17 and under stay free in a parent's room using existing bedding.
Family attractions on property include the pool and waterslide, Strike Zone Bowling, an arcade/game room and an on-site movie theater. Babysitting or supervised childcare is available for a surcharge through the property.
- Kids stay free policy: up to 2 children 17 and under in a parent's room using existing bedding
- On-site family activities: bowling, arcade, movie theater, seasonal pool with waterslide
- Childcare/babysitting services available for surcharge
| Family Feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| Pool & Waterslide | Seasonal; daybeds/cabanas rentable |
| Bowling | 72-lane Strike Zone Center |
| Arcade / Movies | Child-friendly options at the resort |
Nearby shopping and quick outings
The Galleria at Sunset mall is essentially a short walk from the property, offering retail, dining and services within a few minutes on foot.
Other nearby spots reachable by short drive include Henderson Hospital (for emergencies), local shopping plazas and third‑party businesses such as nearby spas listed in travel directories (these spas are independent of the hotel).
- Galleria at Sunset — short walk from the hotel
- Local shopping and dining strips within minutes by car
- Nearby independent spas and services (not on-site hotel spa)
| Nearby | Travel time (typical) |
|---|---|
| Galleria at Sunset | About 5-minute walk |
| Henderson Hospital | About 5-minute drive |
| Ethel M Botanical Cactus Garden | A few minutes' drive |
Day trips: Hoover Dam, Lake Mead and beyond
Guests often use Sunset Station as a base for day trips to Hoover Dam and Lake Mead. Hoover Dam is commonly cited at roughly an 18–19 mile drive and Lake Mead National Recreation Area is about 15–17 miles away.
Red Rock Canyon and the Las Vegas Strip are reachable by car as well; travel times vary with traffic and chosen routes.
- Hoover Dam — roughly 18–19 miles, about a 25–35 minute drive depending on traffic
- Lake Mead National Recreation Area — roughly 15–17 miles, around a 20-minute drive
- Las Vegas Strip — commonly around 8 miles, typically a 15–20 minute drive
| Destination | Typical distance from hotel |
|---|---|
| Hoover Dam | About 18–19 miles |
| Lake Mead | About 15–17 miles |
| Las Vegas Strip | About 8 miles |
Meetings, weddings and event spaces
Sunset Station provides more than 13,000 sq ft of flexible event space across multiple meeting rooms and ballrooms, including the 3,355 sq ft Sunset Room ballroom and several smaller boardrooms suitable for meetings and private events.
The property offers on-site catering and configurable banquet setups for gatherings from small board meetings to receptions for larger groups; the wedding sales team can be reached by phone or email for planning.
- Sunset Room Ballroom — 3,355 sq ft, capacity up to 300
- Multiple meeting rooms (Santa Maria, Nina, Pinta, etc.) with varying capacities
- On-site catering and event planning support; outdoor poolside wedding option available
| Room | Sq. ft. / Max capacity |
|---|---|
| Sunset Room | 3,355 sq ft / up to 300 guests |
| Santa Maria | 1,300 sq ft / up to 100 guests |
| Nina / Pinta | 819 sq ft / up to 70 guests |
