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 lively bars and great live music in this family-friendly 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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Westside
Spark by Hilton Salt Lake City Central
"The room was nice. We had two televisions but you could only watch one station, if you flipped the remote both TV's changed. The pool was tiny. The hot tub was cold. The continental breakfast left a lot to be desired."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Little America Hotel
"Would stay again. Fantastic staff!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Grand America Hotel
"It was a fantastic property and the staff was amazing. I will definitely be staying here again."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
"The room as clean and welcoming as. The breakfast was great. Enjoyed our stay."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Midvalley
"Wonderful and pleasant staff. Would of given 4 stars but the breakfast and coffee, especially the coffee was not good"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
"Love this place."
Reviewed on 29 May 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.
