Cottonwood Heights Travel Guide
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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
This historical central square spans three city blocks, with gardens and some of the most significant buildings of the Mormon Church.

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.

City Creek Center
Browse over 100 stores, admire hourly fountain shows and sample the many dining options at Salt Lake City’s unique open-air mall.

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.
Things to do

Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience

Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour

Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows

Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows

Zion Bryce and Capitol Reef Self-Guided Audio Tours
Top hotels in Cottonwood Heights

Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood
Very nice hotel, new and fresh. Hot tub and pool, service, and location (for skiing) are all very good.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Little America Hotel
Clean room and hotel. Everything and everyone was great, but it was off the charts busy and crowded!
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City
Friendly, helpful staff. Upgraded our room. Always a wonderful breakfast with so many fresh options!
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

The Grand America Hotel
Best location, upscale experience
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
Yes
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Sheraton Salt Lake City Hotel
checked in late, very easy, was looked out for with a nice room selection for my stay
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cottonwood Heights

East Bench
While visiting East Bench, you might make a stop by sights like Big Cottonwood Canyon and Hogle Zoo.

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.

Canyon Rim
While Canyon Rim may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hogle Zoo and Rice-Eccles Stadium.

South Valley
If you're spending time in South Valley, check out sights like Cowabunga Bay Water Park or South Towne Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Crescent View Station or Kimballs Lane Station.






