Close to downtown and on the edge of the Avenues, this cutesy B&B is known for its theme rooms and good service. Honeymooners like to spend their wedding nights in the more traditionally romantic rooms, which come with four-poster beds, and many of Anniversary Inn's rooms have fireplaces and jetted tubs. If you’re feeling adventurous, try the slightly claustrophobic jungle safari room, with its painted murals, sculpted crocodiles and an elephant trunk for a shower. The unique variety of the themed rooms make Anniversary Inn one of the best Salt Lake City hotels for those who want something a bit more exciting.
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The best Salt Lake City hotels are generally quite affordable compared with other cities of similar size. That said, pricing ranges widely, especially during summer months, the Sundance Film Festival and the winter ski season. Downtown, where most hotels are clustered, offers a wide range of choices from boutique hotels to the more standard national chains. Outside of downtown, you’ll find an even greater range of hostels and B&Bs, most of which are located close to public transportation that can connect you to ski resorts and the airport. Price ranges noted here may actually be lower because what is considered “expensive” for the best Salt Lake City hotels might be more on the moderate level in another city.
Grand America Hotel
Neighborhood: Downtown Price Range: Expensive The city’s most luxurious hotel extended the city’s skyline south (it’s hard to miss). With the Grand America's high profile comes great views in all directions. If you’re willing to leave your room (yes, sometimes the view is that great), you’ll find a beautiful indoor pool and spa. Most of the rooms in this top Salt Lake City hotel have Italian marble bathrooms and step-out balconies overlooking either the Great Salt Lake or the Wasatch Mountain Ridge.
Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City
Neighborhood: Downtown Price Range: Expensive The boutique Hotel Monaco is decorated with color and whimsy (think pink dots, gold scrolls and sheer curtains), which attracts celebrities and NBA basketball players when they’re in town. The landmark building from 1924 also houses the notable Bambara restaurant on the main floor, a departure from the commonly disappointing hotel restaurant experience. Pets are welcome, so you can bring Fido or Spot, no questions asked.
Marriott Hotel Salt Lake City Center
Neighborhood: Downtown Price Range: Moderate Overlooking the Gallivan Center, one of downtown’s best urban parks, this Marriott offers plush, modern rooms and good service making it one of the best places to stay in Salt Lake City. As a chain it doesn’t have as much character as a smaller joint, but then again, this is Salt Lake City. Situated close to the TRAX line and within walking distance of downtown restaurants and attractions, the hotel is a reliable, slightly upscale landing pad for city exploring.
Hilton Salt Lake City Center
Neighborhood: Downtown Price Range: Moderate Yeah, it’s a chain, but this is a good choice for business travelers or visitors interested in convenience. The downtown location of the Hilton Salt Lake City Center is close to public transportation, arts venues, shopping and Temple Square. Rooms are basic but comfortable, and the top floors of the 18-story building cater to business travelers. You’ll have to pay a little extra for parking and Internet, but it’s still a good deal.
Peery Hotel
Neighborhood: Downtown Price Range: Moderate If you like a little historical character with your lodging, head to the Peery, one of the best Salt Lake City hotels. Rooms here are small, but well appointed with desks and comfortable beds that look tastefully modern but classic (white sheets and wood headboards). Still, it’s the kind of place that doesn’t offer perfect heating and cooling systems, so be prepared for a less seamless experience than you’d find in a modern hotel.
Little America Hotel
Neighborhood: Downtown Price Range: Budget The Little America Hotel feels slightly schizophrenic. With two separate buildings (one is a motel, the other is a tower), it’s almost like two different properties. If you’re on a budget, the motel rooms will suffice, but they can be a bit loud and somewhat basic. Tower rooms, on the other hand, have great views, but some veer into moderate pricing territory. Despite the different styles, or perhaps because of them, the Little America is still one of the top Salt Lake City hotels. Old-time Salt Lake residents often come to the hotel’s restaurant for the famous Sunday brunch, an extravagant buffet that (if you can stuff enough food in your belly) can serve as your one meal for the day.
Parrish Place B&B
Neighborhood: Sugar House Price Range: Budget One of the few non-chain lodging choices in Sugar House, this B&B offers well-appointed rooms in an 1890 home, each named after a Maxfield Parrish piece (think Enchantment, Reveries and Hilltop). We especially love that Parrish Place is close to the freeway and has a very friendly staff, making it one of the best Salt Lake City hotels. One night’s stay comes with a fresh continental breakfast brought to your door, which makes the whole package one of the best deals in town.
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Neighborhood: Avenues Price Range: Budget International travelers and backpackers will appreciate this place, which is located in a quiet, architecturally interesting part of the Avenues district. As you might expect for the price, there’s nothing plush about Avenues Hostel's rooms or bathrooms (some rooms have shared baths), but the staff is friendly and happy to make recommendations for how to spend your time in town. Ask about discounted tickets to ski resorts.
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Ramada Airport
Neighborhood: Avenues Price Range: Budget This Ramada is a super-basic option that comes with few frills, but if you need a quick overnight close to the airport it will do. This budget spot offers reliable AC and service. Rooms are clean, but the location will put you a little ways from downtown—don’t plan to walk anywhere for dinner or entertainment. Think of this Ramada as a sleeping-only zone, not a place to access the city.
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