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.
Telephone Creek
You can take time to visit Telephone Creek during your travels to Salt Lake City. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples in this romantic 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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Things to do

Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience

Hear the Tabernacle Choir + Salt Lake City Fully Guided Bus Tour

Salt Lake City Trolley Tour with 3 Theatrical Guides & Live Show

Salt Lake City: Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Guided City Tour

Salt Lake Ghost Tour: Salt, Spooks, & Shadows

Mormon History Salt Lake Self-Guided Audio app Walking Tour
Top hotels in East Bench

Hampton Inn Salt Lake City Cottonwood UT
Great location close to both the Cottonwood Canyons and some local businesses, along with a beautiful Mountain View. Nice pool/hot tub and fitness room. Standard 2 bed room was a little tight and parking completely filled up.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood
very convenient shuttle bus to the ski bus stops. very friendly staff!!
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

MainStay Suites Salt Lake City Fort Union
When I pulled back the bedsheets it was obvious that the linens had not been changed. There was a long black hair and several black specks of something on the bottom sheet. Gross. I will say though that the manager quickly changed the linens for me after I brought it to her attention.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood
Yes
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood
I love being able to get up and get breakfast before I get on the road.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood
Dosnt offer breakfast... For a property off the grid, i was surprised at the 15$ aday parking charge. Shower floods out bathroom. ( poor design) called for an extra blanket or duvet and was told the guy that brings them to you was at kunch and it would be no longer tgan 30 minutes. Never heard from ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 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. 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.
