East Bench Travel Guide
Salt Lake City
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.
Carmel of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Monastery
Carmel of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Monastery is just one of the places to see in Salt Lake City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside in this romantic area or visit its lively bars.
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.
Things to do
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Bonneville Salt Flats Adventure
Hear the Tabernacle Choir + Salt Lake City Fully Guided Bus Tour
Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
Salt Lake City Trolley Tour with 3 Theatrical Guides & Live Show
Antelope Island Wildlife Expedition Great Salt Lake Adventure
Top hotels in East Bench
Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood
Very spacious room in a beautiful location. Breakfast was very good!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hampton Inn Salt Lake City Cottonwood UT
Breakfast was always fresh with more than just pastries and cereal to choose from. Staff was great and willing to go the extra mile for my needs. My room was clean upon entry and the hot tub always felt great after a day of hiking.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood
We didn’t have time to swim or have breakfast because we were attending a funeral, but we’ll definitely stay here if we return to the Salt Lake City area. Lovely spacious room with all the modern conveniences. Friendly staff too.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood
The front desk attendant was wonderful. So helpful, polite, and nice. However, the pool and hot tub were disgusting. There was half-eaten food and trash just hanging out all over the perimeter of the hot tub. The pool and hot tub were the main reason I booked this property, and didn't get to use ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
MainStay Suites Salt Lake City Fort Union
Clean and quiet with friendly staff. Convenient location, lots of food options within walking distance
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood
Bistro staff not around for ordering. Once found staff had to wait 20 min for flat bread order. “Kitchen does not slow for more than one person.
Reviewed on 17 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 highlight some of the notable features of Holladay. Make a stop by Wasatch-Cache National Forest 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 Telephone Creek or Wasatch-Cache National Forest.
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.
