Westside Travel Guide
Salt Lake City
Popular places to visit
University of Utah
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Utah as part of your travels around 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 temples in this romantic area.
Temple Square
Visit this historical central square containing some of the most important buildings in the Mormon faith.
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.
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.
Salt Lake Temple
This imposing neo-Gothic monument to the Mormon faith sits proudly in the heart of Temple Square.
Top hotels in Westside
Spark by Hilton Salt Lake City Central
Great customer service
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Little America Hotel
Clean large rooms with friendly staff
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Staff was great. We hurried to catch the airport shuttle but missed it. The hotel sent a Lyft driver after us. It was so great not to have to wait for the next shuttle. The room was very nice and big! Double sinks made getting ready so much quicker. The breakfast was great - fresh fruit, real eggs, ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Grand America Hotel
My favorite. I love the Grand and everything about with the exception that bath salts and bubble bath was taken away. I would like to see this bought back. Steven and Mike with the bell service have been excellent with all my visits. See you soon!
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Salt Lake City Airport
Great room, and property as a whole. Great place to stay if your flying out of SLC.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
Staff was fine. I was in room 2344. To get hot water in the sink or shower, I had to have the hot water on fully in both and then wait several minutes. After that, the temperature would still not stay constant. I handled it OK, but I expect more from Hyatt Regency.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
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 Classic Cars International Antique Auto Museum of Utah or Smith's Ballpark 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. 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.
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.
Liberty Wells
While Liberty Wells may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tracy Aviary and Smith's Ballpark.
