Westside Travel Guide
Salt Lake City
Popular places to visit
University of Utah
Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to University of Utah, a well-known university in Salt Lake City. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
Salt Palace Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Salt Palace Convention Center during your trip to Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Temple Square
This historical central square spans three city blocks, with gardens and some of the most significant buildings of the Mormon Church.
Rice-Eccles Stadium
Catch an event at Rice-Eccles Stadium during your trip to Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.
Utah State Fairpark
Take the family on an outing to Utah State Fairpark during your trip to Salt Lake City. Visit the area's temples or amble around its lakeside.
Conference Center
Tour the massive auditorium of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which seats over 21,000 people and is anchored by a 7,667-pipe organ.
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 Westside
Spark by Hilton Salt Lake City Central
Little America Hotel
A+ Big fan of the hotel and onsite dinning options. We come for the food even when we don’t stay here.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
The Grand America Hotel
A+ hotel. I will say that the gym, for the level of hotel, is average/poor. It’s small with limited equipment for use. Think holiday inn gym with more treadmills
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Breakfast was was nice and the staff was friendly. The room was big and clean.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Salt Lake City Airport
No complaints
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Salt Lake City I-80 I-15 Downtown
Room door has some movement and light gets through the door
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
Fairpark
When in Fairpark and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Utah State Fairpark or Gateway Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Jackson/Euclid Station or Fairpark Station.
Rio Grande
While you're in Rio Grande, take in top sights like Clark Planetarium or Delta Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Planetarium Station or Old Greektown Station.
Ballpark
If you're spending time in Ballpark, check out sights like Smith's Ballpark or Classic Cars International Antique Auto Museum of Utah and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ballpark Station or 900 South Station.
Downtown Salt Lake City
Known for its fantastic nightlife, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Salt Lake City. Top attractions like Capitol Theater and Clark Planetarium are major draws. Catch the metro at Planetarium Station or Old Greektown 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.
Capitol Hill
If you're spending time in Capitol Hill, check out sights like Utah State Capitol or Conference Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Warm Springs Station or Temple Square Station.
