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.
Carmel of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Monastery
Learn about the local history of Salt Lake City when you spend time at Carmel of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Monastery. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this romantic 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.
Things to do
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour
Tabernacle Choir Performance + Salt Lake City Guided Bus Tour
Salt Lake City Trolley Tour with 3 Theatrical Guides & Live Show
Mormon History Salt Lake Self-Guided Audio app Walking Tour
Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows
Top hotels in East Bench
Hampton Inn Salt Lake City Cottonwood UT
Very nice hotel. Friendly staff. The hotel is renovated and the rooms are clean and well decorated and comfortable.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood
Easy access for my pets. Everyone is very accommodating to our needs.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood
Great location and very friendly staff. Short walk to a local bus stop that goes to Alta/Snowbird and very close to the Park and Ride that goes to the same locations and other major ski areas. Also, 8+ good restaurants, bars/grills and a ski shop within 1/2 mile or less. Decent breakfast too.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood
Great staff, fantastic breakfast and amazing rooms. Worth the short exit off i15.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood
Rooms very clean and spacious. Ski shuttle pickup to Alta and Snowbird out back of hotel. Breakfast very fast and tasty in the lobby. A number of good restaurants within walking range for dinner.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
MainStay Suites Salt Lake City Fort Union
Horrible smell in the room
Reviewed on 8 Mar 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. Paintball Addicts 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.
