Hotels in Salt Lake City, Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
Hotels near Salt Lake City, Utah
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Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
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Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
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AC by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown
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Hampton Inn Salt Lake City - Downtown
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Marriott City Center
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Hilton Garden Inn Salt Lake City Downtown
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown
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Hyatt House Salt Lake City Downtown
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Courtyard Salt Lake City Downtown
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Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown by IHG
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Le Méridien Salt Lake City Downtown
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Hyatt Place Salt Lake City / Downtown/The Gateway
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Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City by IHG
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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown
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Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
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Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Reliable simplicity that turns scattered travel days into coordinated team weekends.
- Let athletes relax together outside cramped hotel rooms after events
- Reduce lodging costs by sharing family-sized suites across your travel party
- Give everyone their own space to decompress after busy attractions
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
For teams navigating new cities together, Hyatt Regency offers the dependable framework that turns potential confusion into confident execution of your plans.
- Connecting rooms allow group coordination without sacrificing individual space
- Room service brings familiar comfort food directly to travel-weary groups
- Connecting rooms let families spread out while staying within reach
AC by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown
Marriott Hotels & Resorts provides the dependable foundation that keeps traveling groups connected and their multi-day city plans running smoothly.
- Multiple breakfast seating areas accommodate large groups traveling together
- On-site restaurant eliminates dinner planning after full touring schedules
- Free WiFi keeps groups connected while coordinating city exploration plans
Hampton Inn Salt Lake City - Downtown
Hampton by Hilton provides the dependable foundation that keeps your team focused on what matters most during your city stay.
- Connecting rooms accommodate families and groups traveling together in the city
- Meeting spaces let groups plan daily itineraries and coordinate city activities
- Guest laundry facilities mean packing lighter for extended city explorations
Marriott City Center
Marriott Hotels & Resorts offers the consistent service standards that eliminate guesswork when booking accommodations in an unfamiliar city.
- Digital concierge provides city recommendations through the hotel app interface
- Multiple breakfast seating areas accommodate large groups traveling together
- Refrigerators in rooms store leftovers and snacks from city food discoveries
Hilton Garden Inn Salt Lake City Downtown
Hilton Hotels & Resorts delivers the coordinated hospitality that keeps traveling groups organized and everyone moving in the same direction.
- USB charging stations at every bedside keep devices powered
- Refrigerators store leftovers and snacks purchased during city exploration
- Guest laundry facilities reduce packing requirements for extended city visits
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SpringHill Suites Salt Lake City Downtown
This SpringHill Suites transforms group travel logistics into opportunity, giving teams the space and setup they need to maximize their city experience.
- Free WiFi keeps groups connected for planning and navigation needs
- Indoor pool offers familiar fun when city weather doesn't cooperate
- Suite layouts with separate living areas for group planning sessions
Hyatt House Salt Lake City Downtown
Hyatt House specializes in giving sports groups the room to spread out and the consistency to maintain routines in unfamiliar cities.
- Common areas provide natural gathering spots between city adventures
- Multi-bedroom suites accommodate larger groups without booking multiple hotels
- Bluetooth-enabled room technology connects personal devices for familiar entertainment options
Courtyard Salt Lake City Downtown
The brand's signature approach helps groups maximize their city adventure time by eliminating accommodation stress and keeping everyone aligned on shared goals.
- Fitness center maintains routines during multi-day city stays
- Indoor corridors offer secure access when navigating unfamiliar city surroundings
- Complimentary breakfast eliminates morning meal planning in unknown neighborhoods
Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown by IHG
Holiday Inn Express delivers the reliability and consistency your group needs when coordinating multiple nights in an unfamiliar city.
- Connecting rooms keep families and groups organized across hotel floors
- Guest laundry facilities mean packing lighter for extended city trips
- Accessible rooms accommodate all travelers exploring the metropolitan area
Le Méridien Salt Lake City Downtown
Globally-minded design philosophy serves groups navigating cities beyond their usual travel radius.
- Avoid packing extra outfits with reliable dry cleaning service onsite
- Separate living areas let parents work while athletes rest quietly
- Let athletes recover with low-impact swimming between tournament bracket rounds
Hyatt Place Salt Lake City / Downtown/The Gateway
Hyatt Place provides the organizational backbone that turns scattered city itineraries into smooth, well-coordinated group experiences.
- Suites with kitchenettes offer flexibility beyond crowded restaurant dining
- Free breakfast eliminates the morning scramble to find city dining options
- Meeting spaces provide private areas for group planning and coordination
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City by IHG
With Kimpton's intuitive group management and distinctive hospitality, your team gets the organizational support needed for successful city tournaments.
- Local pastry partnerships offer authentic city flavors without restaurant research
- Concierge services deliver local expertise for navigating dining and entertainment
- On-site restaurant eliminates group decision-making fatigue after long city days
TownePlace Suites Salt Lake City Downtown
TownePlace Suites specializes in giving traveling teams and families the extended-stay flexibility that makes complex city trips manageable.
- Meeting room offers private space for group planning sessions
- Complimentary breakfast removes one meal decision from busy city itineraries
- Guest laundry facilities mean packing lighter for extended city stays
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
Radisson offers the reliable infrastructure that transforms complex group travel into straightforward execution for visiting teams.
- Connecting rooms keep families together while exploring new city neighborhoods
- Suite options give groups extra space to spread out city maps and shopping bags
- 24-hour tech support resolves connectivity issues without leaving the hotel
Salt Lake City, Utah Travel Guide
Where to stay, how to get around, what to eat, and everything else you need to plan your trip.
City Overview
Salt Lake City punches way above its weight for a metro area of 1.2 million people. This is a surprisingly cosmopolitan mountain city that successfully hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics and continues to attract major sporting events year-round. The city sits in a dramatic valley surrounded by the Wasatch Mountains, creating one of the most photogenic backdrops you'll find for any tournament.
Don't let the Mormon heritage fool you into thinking this place is sleepy or restrictive. Salt Lake has evolved into a tech hub with excellent restaurants, craft breweries, and a legitimate outdoor recreation scene. The sports infrastructure here is top-notch, from Rice-Eccles Stadium (University of Utah) to multiple Olympic venues still in active use. The city regularly hosts everything from youth soccer tournaments to adult volleyball nationals, and the altitude at 4,226 feet above sea level adds an interesting challenge to any competition.
Getting Around
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is one of the best mid-sized airports in the country, just 4 miles west of downtown with typical drive times of 15-20 minutes. Both Uber and Lyft operate reliably here, though you might wait a few extra minutes compared to bigger cities. The airport has a direct train connection via the Green Line TRAX, which is actually useful if your hotel is along the downtown corridor.
Car rentals make the most sense for teams, especially since many sports complexes are spread around the valley. The city sits at the intersection of I-15 (north-south) and I-80 (east-west), making it easy to navigate. Traffic is generally manageable except during ski season weekend rushes up the canyons. Downtown to the airport is 15 minutes, downtown to major suburban sports complexes runs 20-30 minutes, and nothing in the valley takes more than 45 minutes unless you're heading to Park City.
The TRAX light rail system connects downtown to the airport and University of Utah, plus some suburban areas, but it's mainly useful for downtown hotels. UTA buses exist but aren't practical for sports teams with gear and tight schedules.
Where to Stay
Downtown Salt Lake offers the most hotel options and puts you within walking distance of restaurants and entertainment, plus easy highway access to suburban venues. The area around Temple Square has several major chains and is safe for families walking around at night. South Salt Lake and West Valley City have newer hotel properties that often offer better rates and easier parking, particularly good if your tournament is at the Olympic complexes or suburban soccer fields.
For University of Utah events, look at hotels in the Foothill area or along 400 South, which gives you a straight shot to campus. Teams playing at Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy should consider hotels in Murray or Midvale for shorter drives. The Airport area has solid chain options if you're flying in and out quickly, though you'll be driving everywhere.
Avoid Park City for tournament stays unless that's specifically where you're competing - it's 45 minutes away, expensive, and completely unnecessary for Salt Lake Valley events.
Sports & Recreation
Salt Lake's Olympic legacy means world-class facilities are everywhere. The Utah Olympic Oval in Kearns hosts speed skating and cycling events, while Utah Olympic Park up in Park City has freestyle skiing and bobsled (plus a fun museum). Rice-Eccles Stadium and the Huntsman Center at the University of Utah handle major collegiate events. Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy is home to Real Salt Lake and regularly hosts soccer tournaments.
For youth tournaments, Grande Sports World in Salt Lake City is a massive indoor complex with courts for basketball, volleyball, and futsal. The Millcreek Common has excellent outdoor fields for soccer and lacrosse. Sports Mall in Murray offers multiple indoor courts and is popular for basketball tournaments. The Salt Palace Convention Center downtown transforms into a sports venue for events like wrestling nationals or gymnastics meets.
The altitude takes some adjustment - expect to get winded faster and drink more water than usual. This is particularly noticeable for athletes coming from sea level. The dry air also means more frequent water breaks are essential.
Things to Do
Temple Square is worth a quick walk even if you're not religious - the architecture is impressive and it's free. The Natural History Museum of Utah up by the University has excellent dinosaur exhibits that kids love. Hogle Zoo is solid for families with younger athletes, and Lagoon amusement park in Farmington (30 minutes north) is a legitimate full-day adventure with roller coasters and water rides.
If you have a day between tournament rounds, the Antelope Island State Park is a unique experience - you can see actual bison herds and the views of Great Salt Lake are otherworldly. The drive up Millcreek Canyon or Big Cottonwood Canyon provides mountain scenery without the time commitment of a full hiking trip. In winter, several world-class ski resorts are 30-45 minutes away, though that's probably not relevant for most tournaments.
The Gateway downtown has shopping, restaurants, and sometimes outdoor concerts or festivals. Liberty Park is great for team walks or light workouts between games, plus it has tennis courts and a small amusement area.
Food & Drink
Salt Lake's food scene is way better than you'd expect. Red Iguana serves legendary Mexican food (try the mole), while Crown Burgers is the local fast-food chain that actually delivers - their pastrami burgers are a Utah thing you should try once. Spitz has excellent Mediterranean fast-casual food perfect for teams, and Cafe Rio started here and does better Mexican than most national chains.
For team dinners, Tucanos Brazilian Grill offers all-you-can-eat meat service that teenage athletes love. Training Table is a local chain with massive portions designed for hungry athletes - their shakes are famous locally. Lucky 13 makes some of the best burgers in the region, though it gets crowded. Bombay House has excellent Indian food if you want something different.
All the usual chains are well-represented, especially around suburban hotel clusters. Grocery stores include Kroger (Smith's locally), Whole Foods, and the regional Harmons chain, which has excellent prepared foods. Liquor laws are more relaxed than they used to be, but beer in grocery stores is still limited to 3.2% - head to state liquor stores for anything stronger.
Shopping & Entertainment
City Creek Center downtown is an upscale outdoor mall with major retailers, while Fashion Place Mall in Murray has more typical chain stores and better parking. The Gateway combines shopping with entertainment and is walking distance from downtown hotels. For outlet shopping, head to Traverse Mountain Outlets in Lehi, about 25 minutes south.
Entertainment options include Topgolf in Midvale, which is perfect for team bonding between tournament days. Boondocks has go-karts, laser tag, and arcade games across multiple locations. Megaplex Theaters are the local chain with locations throughout the valley, including IMAX options. The Depot downtown hosts concerts and events in a cool historic venue.
For team dinners with entertainment, Dave & Buster's in Murray combines food with arcade games. Fat Cats offers bowling, arcade games, and food under one roof at multiple locations. The Utah Jazz play at Vivint Arena downtown if you're lucky enough to catch a game during your visit.
Weather & Packing
Salt Lake has a high desert climate with four distinct seasons and dramatic temperature swings between day and night. Summers (June-August) see daytime highs in the 90s but cool to the 60s at night - pack layers for early morning or late evening games. The air is extremely dry, so bring extra lip balm and lotion. Spring and fall offer the most comfortable tournament weather, with days in the 60s-70s and crisp nights.
Winter tournaments mean serious cold - temperatures can drop below zero, and snow is common from December through March. However, many venues are indoors, and the snow usually melts quickly in the valley. The inversion layer during winter can create poor air quality, so athletes with asthma should be prepared.
Year-round essentials include sunscreen (the altitude intensifies UV exposure), sunglasses, and a water bottle - dehydration hits faster here. Pack at least one warm layer regardless of season, since mountain weather changes quickly. Most sports complexes and hotels have good heating and AC, so extreme weather gear usually isn't necessary unless you're doing outdoor activities in the canyons.
Local Tips
The altitude will affect your team more than you think - arrive a day early if possible and push hydration hard. Locals are generally friendly and helpful, and the city is very safe even downtown at night. Parking is usually free or cheap except right downtown during events - most hotels and suburban venues have plenty of free parking.
Sunday can be tricky since many local businesses close or have limited hours due to the Mormon influence, though chain restaurants and hotels operate normally. The UTA GoRide app is useful if you're using public transit. KSL Classifieds is the local Craigslist equivalent if you need to buy anything.
Gas is typically cheaper than California but more expensive than neighboring states. Tipping culture is standard. If you're driving to mountain canyons, check weather conditions first - roads can close quickly in winter. The local NBC affiliate (KSL) has the most reliable weather forecasts. Don't be surprised if locals ask about your tournament - sports are big here and people are genuinely interested in visiting teams.
Frequently Asked Questions
Real questions travelers ask before booking in Salt Lake City — answered with the specifics you actually need.
Questions Travelers Ask What people want to know before booking in Salt Lake City
Which hotels in Salt Lake City, Utah are good for families?
Several hotels in Salt Lake City, Utah are well-suited for families. Marriott City Center (0.54 mi, from $533/night), Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown by IHG (0.85 mi, from $258/night), and TownePlace Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown (0.91 mi, from $485/night) all offer suites, connecting rooms, a pool, complimentary breakfast, and on-site laundry.
Which hotels in Salt Lake City, Utah are good for team or group travel?
Several hotels in Salt Lake City, Utah accommodate team and group travel. Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City (0.94 mi, from $509/night), Marriott City Center (0.54 mi, from $533/night), and Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown by IHG (0.85 mi, from $258/night) all offer meeting space, complimentary breakfast, and on-site laundry. Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City also has bus or oversized vehicle parking.
Are there extended-stay hotels in Salt Lake City, Utah?
Yes — TownePlace Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown (0.91 mi, from $485/night) and Hyatt House Salt Lake City Downtown (1.31 mi, from $229/night) are all extended-stay properties in Salt Lake City, Utah, with full kitchens and on-site laundry.
Which hotels in Salt Lake City, Utah are great for a weekend getaway?
Several hotels in Salt Lake City, Utah are ideal for a weekend getaway. Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City (0.94 mi, from $509/night), Le Méridien Salt Lake City Downtown (1.3 mi, from $569/night), and Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City by IHG (0.71 mi, from $393/night) all offer on-site dining and spa services. Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City also has a pool. Le Méridien Salt Lake City Downtown also has a pool.
Which hotels in Salt Lake City, Utah are good for business travelers?
Several hotels in Salt Lake City, Utah cater to business travelers. Marriott City Center (0.54 mi, from $533/night), Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City by IHG (0.71 mi, from $393/night), and Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown by IHG (0.85 mi, from $258/night) all offer free Wi-Fi, meeting space, and a fitness center.
Hotel Amenities & Features Pools, breakfast, pet policies, and more
Which hotels in Salt Lake City, Utah offer free breakfast?
Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown by IHG (0.85 mi, from $258/night), TownePlace Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown (0.91 mi, from $485/night), and Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City (0.94 mi, from $153/night) include complimentary breakfast.
Which hotels in Salt Lake City, Utah offer free parking?
Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown by IHG (0.85 mi, from $258/night), TownePlace Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown (0.91 mi, from $485/night), and Hampton Inn Salt Lake City - Downtown (1.09 mi, from $218/night) offer complimentary parking.
Which hotels in Salt Lake City, Utah have an outdoor pool?
Le Méridien Salt Lake City Downtown (1.3 mi, from $569/night) has an outdoor pool.
Which hotels in Salt Lake City, Utah have suites or extra space?
Marriott City Center (0.54 mi, from $533/night), Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City by IHG (0.71 mi, from $393/night), and Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown by IHG (0.85 mi, from $258/night) offer suite-style rooms with extra living space.
Which hotels in Salt Lake City, Utah have a full in-room kitchen?
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown (0.91 mi, from $485/night) and Hyatt House Salt Lake City Downtown (1.31 mi, from $229/night) offer rooms with a full kitchen — stove, full-size fridge, and dishwasher.
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