East Bench Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Popular places to visit

Hogle Zoo
At this zoo outside Salt Lake City meet creatures from all over the world, from exotic African lions to Utah native gray wolves.

Big Cottonwood Canyon
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Big Cottonwood Canyon during your travels in East Bench. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Sugar House Park
Sugar House Park is just one of the places to see in Salt Lake City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the lively bars and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Telephone Creek
You can take time to visit Telephone Creek during your travels to Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples in this family-friendly area.
Bonneville Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Salt Lake City at Bonneville Golf Club. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples in this romantic area.
Donut Falls
Explore the great outdoors at Donut Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Salt Lake City. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
Activities

Bonneville Salt Flats Adventure

Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience

Hear the Tabernacle Choir + Salt Lake City Fully Guided Bus Tour

10+ Utah National Parks: Self-Guided Scenic Driving Tour Bundle

Salt Lake City Trolley Tour with 3 Theatrical Guides & Live Show

Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
Our pick of the best East Bench Hotel Deals

Hampton Inn Salt Lake City Cottonwood UT
Vent in bathroom did not work. The hot tub was closed fir a day. Staff was friendly, room was made up everyday, breakfast was really good!
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood
Great location. Helpful staff. Great breakfast. Will return.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

MainStay Suites Salt Lake City Fort Union
I just needed a room to sleep while traveling through. Hotel was nice and quiet. My only issue was the toilet wasn't filling properly and it ran all night. Overall, good experience. The clerk at check-in was super friendly.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood
Great location! Lots of restaurants within walking distance.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood
This has become our go to hotel when we stay in Salt Lake. Easy access to where we need to go, very clean, nice area, staff is always friendly. Parking is great and breakfast is good. A beautiful view of the mountains if you get the right room. A great hotel for a very reasonable price!
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood
The room was very clean and the hot tub was awesome. The staff very super nice and friendly and helpful. The gym was very clean and the lobby was very homely and welcoming
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Bench

Cottonwood Heights
Mountain views, skiing and shopping are just a few things travellers enjoy about Cottonwood Heights. Check out Big Cottonwood Canyon or Wasatch-Cache National Forest while you're exploring the area.

Midvalley
While you're in Midvalley, take in top sights like Fashion Place Mall or Big Cottonwood Canyon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Murray North Station or Fashion Place West Station.

Holladay
Skiing, mountain views and shopping are some highlights of Holladay. Make a stop by Wasatch-Cache National Forest or Carmel of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Monastery while you're exploring.

Millcreek
You'll enjoy the lake views and shopping in Millcreek. You might want to make time for a stop at Wasatch-Cache National Forest or Telephone Creek.

Sugar House
Noted for its lake views and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Sugar House. Top attractions like Cinemark Sugarhouse and Forest Dale Golf Course are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Fairmont Station or Sugarmont Station to see more of the city.

South Salt Lake
You might enjoy the lake views while in South Salt Lake. Wairhouse Trampoline Park is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Central Pointe Station or South Salt Lake City Station to see more of the city.
