- Summerlin is an upscale Las Vegas suburb near Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, offering scenic desert views, outdoor recreation, stylish dining, and shopping—just 15 minutes from the Strip.
- The area has grown from land purchased by Howard Hughes in the 1950s into a thriving community of more than 127,000 residents, blending suburban living with easy access to nature and entertainment.
- Visitors can explore local shops (including Saatva’s Tivoli Village Viewing Room), dine at popular restaurants, and enjoy attractions like Red Rock Canyon’s hiking trails or a game at Las Vegas Ballpark.
Tucked into the foothills of Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, Summerlin feels like an escape. Located 15 minutes from the buzzing casinos and bright neon signs of the Las Vegas Strip, this upscale suburb is home to luxurious golf courses, stylish restaurants, and our latest Saatva Viewing Room.
Originally purchased by eccentric aerospace engineer and business mogul Howard Hughes in the 1950s, construction on the community didn’t start until 1988, with the first family, Cal and Maria Champlin and their two kids, moving in in 1991.
Today, there are over 127,000 residents who call this desert community home, and we can’t wait to join them. Here are some of our favorite things to do in and around Las Vegas, Nev.
Where to shop
Saatva Viewing Room
Situated in Summerlin’s Tivoli Village, shopping in our latest Saatva Viewing Room is akin to finding an oasis in the desert. Self-guided and pressure-free, with state-of-the-art technology, it’s a refreshingly relaxed way to shop. And when you’ve found the perfect mattress for you, we’ll even hand-deliver it straight to your bedroom—for free.
Saatva Las Vegas – Tivoli Village: 400 S Rampart Blvd, Suite 150
John + Juliana
This female-owned brand is named after the designer’s parents and pays tribute to her hometown of Freetown, Sierra Leone. Stop in for fragrant body scrubs, natural hair growth oil, body butters, and African black soap. She also designs skirts, dresses, and bags using bright African patterns.
John + Juliana: 1251 S Cimarron Rd
Brighton
Born from a love for high-quality silver jewelry and leather goods, this family-run store has been in operation for more than 50 years. Since its inception, it’s broadened its offerings, bringing in various artisans to create leather sandals and every silver piece of jewelry under the Las Vegas sun.
Brighton: 2115 Festival Plaza Dr, #160
World Market
Welcome to your one-stop shop for all your home goods needs, from rugs to go under your brand new Saatva mattress and duvet cover set to refined ceramic dish sets for your kitchen. World Market can help you design the home of your dreams, whether your style is Art Deco or Japandi.
World Market: 2151 N Rainbow Blvd
With Love & Co.
Created after the founder’s husband suffered a traumatic burn injury, Teana Barbour worked to create a lotion to help him heal. With Love and Co. specializes in plant-based balms and ointments to help with cuts, scrapes, burns, bug bites, and more. The store also sells body butters, lip balm, and soap.
With Love & Co.: 1980 Festival Plaza Dr, Suite 190
Desert Rock Sports
Summerlin is surrounded by red rocks and desert, so it’s only fitting there’s a store for mountain enthusiasts. Started by climbers, canyoneers, and cavers, it sells everything you need to gear up and hit the great outdoors. Stock up on helmets, harnesses, hiking shoes, backpacks, tents, and much more.
Desert Rock Sports: 8221 W Charleston Blvd
Where to eat and drink
Nittaya’s Secret Kitchen
Chef Nittaya guards her family’s Thai recipes closely, but this tapas-themed Thai restaurant is no longer a secret. Diners love the long list of Asian sharing dishes, including Issan sausage, chicken larb, and her signature spinach salad. There’s also Thai favorites like drunken noodles, green curry, and pad Thai.
Nittaya’s Secret Kitchen: 8427 W Lake Mead Blvd
Wild Fig BBQ
Stop in for freshly smoked meats, made daily at this Summerlin institution. Wild Fig’s pastrami is a crowd-pleaser as are the brisket burnt ends alongside Brussels sprouts in a balsamic Hawaiian BBQ sauce. If you’re craving barbecue, call in your order in advance; Food sells out daily, and it’s first-come, first-served.
Wild Fig BBQ: 9555 Del Webb Blvd
Americana Restaurant
Summerlin’s go-to for a fancy evening by the lake, Americana Restaurant blends classic dishes with European flair. It’s hard to settle on just one item here, but the New England scallops, jumbo shrimp cocktail, and steak Diane, made tableside, are all winners. Don’t forget to order a side of the lobster mac and cheese.
Americana Restaurant: 2620 Regatta Dr, Suite 118
Fine Company
For a casual bite or a relaxed brunch, Fine Company is the spot. A wide variety of health food ingredients, including matcha, açai, and avocado, grace the menu. The breakfast burrito, fish tacos, and avocado toast are among the most popular items. And if you need something sweet, Mom’s banana bread with local wildflower honey doesn’t disappoint.
Fine Company: 10970 Rosemary Park Dr, Suite 100
Honey Salt
Locally-owned, with locally-sourced ingredients, Honey Salt is beloved for its brunch, featuring a can’t-miss monkey bread drenched in caramel sauce, a banana Dutch baby pancake, and a breakfast pizza. Comfort food continues at dinner with buttermilk fried chicken, lemon ricotta pasta, and meatloaf.
Honey Salt: 1031 S Rampart Blvd
Where else to spend time
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
The state’s first national conservation area has 26 hiking trails, biking trails, and rock faces to climb. There’s also a 13-mile Scenic Drive that visitors can cruise along or cycle to take in the red rock and desert views.
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area: 1000 Scenic Loop Dr
Las Vegas Ballpark
Summerlin has its very own baseball park, home to the minor league team the Las Vegas Aviators. Catch a game or one of the many other events, from concerts to movie nights.
Las Vegas Ballpark: 1650 S Pavilion Center Dr
Shop luxury mattresses at our Las Vegas Viewing Room
Saatva Classic Innerspring Mattress
Our flagship luxury mattress is expertly engineered with coil-on-coil construction for durability, a layer of memory foam for enhanced back support, and a cushiony Euro pillow top for extra comfort.
Contour5 Mattress
Luxurious body-hugging feel and pressure relief with 3” of ultra-premium, high-density 5-lb memory foam.
Zenhaven Latex Mattress
Natural latex responds to every curve for pressure-free support and responsive comfort. Natural latex is supple, resilient, and durable, for the ultimate in elevated sleep. (It’s naturally hypoallergenic too.)
Latex Hybrid Mattress
This hybrid mattress combines the pressure-free support of natural latex with the classic innerspring feel. Handcrafted with pure materials for the ultimate in cool and healthy sleep.
Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress
This memory foam hybrid mattress features the perfect balance of body-contouring and responsive feel. Enjoy the innovative cooling system, which prevents overheating.
Solaire Adjustable Firmness Mattress
Featuring precise 50 firmness settings on each side of the bed for personal customization. Natural latex and gel-infused memory foam layers provide luxurious comfort and support.
Saatva HD Mattress
This luxury hybrid innerspring mattress is specifically engineered to support people weighing between 300 and 500 pounds. Plush upper layers made of foam and latex deliver comfort, while a high-durability coil base offers support.
Saatva Rx Mattress
Specially designed to give maximum support and pressure relief that can help alleviate discomfort associated with serious and chronic back and joint conditions like sciatica, arthritis, herniated disc, and scoliosis.
FAQs
Is Summerlin a nice part of Las Vegas?
Some would say it’s the nicest part of Las Vegas. It’s a suburban playground with some of the area’s best schools, home developments, and outdoor activities.
Is Summerlin worth visiting?
Yes, it has something for everyone. If you love hiking, climbing, cycling, or golfing, there are plenty of ways to enjoy. Plus, there’s award-winning restaurants, shopping, theater, festivals, and a ballpark.
Check out our additional travel guides for advice on how to spend the day near our other Viewing Rooms:
- Logan Circle, Washington, DC
- Union Square, San Francisco
- West Hollywood, Los Angeles
- Upper East Side, New York City
- Flatiron, New York City
- Back Bay, Boston
- Lincoln Park, Chicago
- Uptown, Dallas
- South Park, Charlotte
- Pearl District, Portland
- Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
- Ravenna, Seattle
- La Jolla, San Diego
- Winter Park, Florida
- Manhasset, New York
- Harbor East, Baltimore
- Uptown, Houston
- Westport, Connecticut
- Paramus, New Jersey
- Downtown, Tampa
- Scottsdale, Arizona
- Coral Gables, Miami
- North Austin, Texas
- Old Town, Pasadena
- Edina, Minnesota
- Oak Brook, Illinois
- Cherry Creek, Denver
Katie Lockhart
Katie Lockhart is a travel and food writer who travels the world full-time while writing for publications like Travel + Leisure, CNN, Conde Nast Traveler, The Points Guy, National Geographic, and many more.
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