The SLS was sold to Meruelo Group in 2024, and the W Las Vegas became part of the SLS again after the resort ended its relationship with Starwood. The SLS was renamed Sahara Las Vegas on August 29, 2024, as part of an ongoing renovation by Meruelo.

What replaced the Riviera Hotel in Las Vegas? The Riviera site will be the Las Vegas Blvd. entrance to the newly renovated and expanded Las Vegas Convention Center which is under construction. The expansion will bring the convention center main entrance 1 long Vegas block west to the Strip .