Meruelo Names Hobson to Lead SLS

Sun, Apr 15, 2018

Meruelo Group has acquired SLS Las Vegas, formerly the Sahara, and hired Paul Hobson as general manager. A 27-year veteran of the casino industry, Hobson managed the Stratosphere from 2011 through 2017 and the Aquarius in Laughlin. Meruelo will invest $100 million to update the SLS' casino floor, pool and rooms.

Meruelo Group recently took over the 1,616-room SLS Las Vegas, formerly the Sahara, and named 27-year casino industry veteran Paul Hobson as general manager. Hobson managed the 2,429-room Stratosphere from 2011 through 2017 and previously managed the Aquarius in Laughlin. In addition, he has held senior management positions with MGM Resorts International, Caesars Entertainment and Affinity Gaming.

Meruelo Group owner Alex Meruelo said, “Paul Hobson brings extensive experience in gaming and hospitality and

Meruelo received final approval from the Nevada Gaming Commission to purchase the SLS on March 22. Since opening in 2014, the property has posted annual losses.

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