Things to do near The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa
Walkable lakefront activities at The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa include kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, yacht cruises on La Contessa, and a short stroll to Montelago Village for shops and restaurants. On-site options include two-level Nuala Pool complex, seasonal poolside dining, a marina with water-sport rentals, and nearby championship golf at Reflection Bay.
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On-site dining and bars
The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa has multiple on-site outlets for casual and formal meals. Rick's Café serves breakfast, lunch and dinner; Marssa Restaurant is the lake-view steakhouse and sushi venue (open Wednesday–Saturday evenings).
For quick coffee, pastries and grab-and-go items use Marrakesh Express. Poolside light fare and cocktails are available seasonally at Pool Grille and Sandsa Bar & Grill, while Arabesque Lounge serves craft cocktails and local beers late into the night.
- Marssa Restaurant — steakhouse and sushi (Wed–Sat evenings; reservations recommended).
- Rick's Café — breakfast, lunch, dinner (no reservations required).
- Marrakesh Express — Starbucks drinks and pastries (hours vary).
- Pool Grille & Sandsa Bar & Grill — seasonal poolside menus (daily lunch hours listed as 11:00 AM–7:00 PM).
- Arabesque Lounge — cocktails and beers (hours vary; stays open past midnight).
| Venue | Typical Service | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Marssa Restaurant | Dinner | Lake-view steakhouse; closed Sun–Tue |
| Rick's Café | Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner | Casual menu; no reservations required |
| Marrakesh Express | Grab & Go | Starbucks drinks and pastries |
Lake access, watersports and La Contessa yacht
The resort sits on Lake Las Vegas and provides direct lake access for kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding; the resort and nearby operators offer rentals and guided options. A complimentary 1-hour kayak rental has been reported as included with the resort fee on some listings (subject to availability).
La Contessa, an 84-foot yacht based at the lake, runs sunset cruises, brunch cruises and private charters that are bookable through the resort or local operators. Other motorized options on Lake Las Vegas include eFoil rentals and pontoon or small-boat rentals from local water-sports providers.
- Kayaks and stand-up paddleboards — available for rent; some short complimentary rentals have been reported.
- La Contessa yacht — scheduled cruises and private charters.
- eFoil rentals and pontoon boats — available from Lake Las Vegas water-sports businesses.
| Activity | Typical Provider |
|---|---|
| Kayak / SUP rental | Resort or Lake Las Vegas Water Sports |
| Yacht cruises (La Contessa) | Resort / Lake Las Vegas operators |
| eFoil / wakeboarding | Lake Las Vegas Water Sports or local vendors |
Pools, beach and family activities
The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa’s Nuala Pool complex is a two-level arrangement: an upper pool with cabanas and lake views and a lower, beachside pool with a waterslide and family-friendly shallow areas. Pools operate seasonally with official hours listed as roughly 9:00 AM–7:00 PM, though times may vary by season.
Resort amenities for families include a seasonal Family Zone play area, a children's pool, s'mores on the beach (seasonal), private cabanas for rent, lifeguards on duty, and accessibility features such as wheelchair-accessible pool decks and mobility lifts.
- Upper pool — adult-leaning atmosphere with cabanas and pool bar.
- Lower pool — family-friendly, waterslide and beach entry.
- Pool hours and lift/accessibility — seasonal hours; lifts available and lifeguards on duty.
- Day-passes — non-guests may be able to buy weekday or weekend day-passes (availability varies).
| Pool Area | Typical Feature |
|---|---|
| Upper Pool | Cabanas, lake views, Sandsa Pool Bar |
| Lower Pool | Beach entry, waterslide, family area |
| Pool Services | Lifeguards, wheelchair lifts, seasonal hours |
Golf, Montelago Village and nearby attractions
Reflection Bay Golf Club, a Jack Nicklaus Signature course, is adjacent to the resort and is the nearest championship golf option. Southshore and Chimera Golf Club are additional nearby courses by car.
Montelago Village (also called Seasons Market Village) is a short walk from the resort and offers lakeside shops, cafés and restaurants for an easy stroll. Other nearby attractions listed by the property include the Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve, Sloan Canyon, Lion Habitat Ranch, and access points for Lake Mead recreation.
- Reflection Bay Golf Club — adjacent to the resort (book through the club or concierge).
- Montelago Village — walkable lakeside shops and dining.
- Nearby natural attractions — Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve, Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area, Lake Mead.
| Attraction | How to Access |
|---|---|
| Reflection Bay Golf Club | Adjacent; bookable separately |
| Montelago Village | Walkable from resort |
| Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve | Short drive; check hours before visiting |
Hiking, day trips and the Las Vegas Strip
Several trailheads and scenic hikes sit within short driving distance: White Owl Canyon and Bowl of Fire are local desert hiking options reachable by car. The River Mountain Loop Trail has a trailhead about 1.3 miles from the resort and is suitable for walking, running and cycling.
For day trips, Lake Mead National Recreation Area offers boating and trails, and Hoover Dam is a common half-day or full-day excursion from Henderson (driving times and on-site visiting hours vary). The Las Vegas Strip is roughly a 20-minute drive depending on traffic and your destination on the Strip.
- River Mountain Loop Trail — paved multi-use trail; trailhead ≈1.3 miles from the resort.
- White Owl Canyon & Bowl of Fire — nearby hiking spots.
- Lake Mead & Hoover Dam — day-trip options with boating and scenic stops.
- Driving to the Strip — roughly 20 minutes by car; times vary with traffic.
| Outdoor Option | Typical Distance / Time |
|---|---|
| River Mountain Loop Trail trailhead | About 1.3 miles |
| White Owl Canyon | About 1.6 miles |
| Bowl of Fire | About 2.4 miles |
Spa, wellness and fitness
Ah Spa by Ageless Humans operates daily and lists hours of 10:00 AM–6:00 PM. The spa menu includes medspa services such as IV drip therapy and injectable treatments, along with body treatments and salon services; availability and specific treatments should be confirmed directly with the spa.
The WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio is complimentary for registered guests and is open daily (hours listed as 9:00 AM–7:00 PM). The resort also provides WestinWORKOUT® Gear Lending Kits for recovery and strength gear through brand partnerships.
- Ah Spa by Ageless Humans — full-service spa and medspa; open daily 10:00 AM–6:00 PM.
- WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio — complimentary for guests (typical hours 9:00 AM–7:00 PM).
- Spa services include IV drips, injectables, body treatments and salon services — book in advance.
| Wellness Facility | Hours / Note |
|---|---|
| Ah Spa by Ageless Humans | Daily, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio | Complimentary for guests; 9:00 AM–7:00 PM |
| Spa treatments | Medspa services and body treatments (book ahead) |
Rooms, suites and meeting spaces
The resort offers a range of accommodations, from Room and Room, Pool View to suites such as Junior Suite, with Sofa bed, Pool View and Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View. Larger options include Grand Suite, with Sofa bed, Balcony, Pool View and Presidential Suite, with Sofa bed, Pool View; Villa, 1 Bedroom, Pool View is also available.
For groups and events, the property has substantial meeting and event space including the Casablanca Ballroom and multiple outdoor ceremony lawns; wedding and meeting capacities vary by venue so contact the events team for details and availability.
- Room types include Room, Room, Pool View, Room, Lake View, Junior Suite, Luxury Suite, Grand Suite, Presidential Suite, and Villa, 1 Bedroom, Pool View.
- Meeting spaces include Casablanca Ballroom (largest indoor space) and several outdoor ceremony lawns and courtyard options.
- Check-in is standard at 4:00 PM and check-out at 11:00 AM; the front desk operates 24 hours.
| Room Category (examples) | Typical Feature |
|---|---|
| Room / Room, Pool View | King or two doubles; pool or standard views |
| Junior Suite, with Sofa bed, Pool View | Sofa bed and larger living area |
| Villa, 1 Bedroom, Pool View | One-bedroom layout with separate living area |
