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.
Carmel of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Monastery
Carmel of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Monastery is just one of the places to see in Salt Lake City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Donut Falls
Explore the great outdoors at Donut Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Salt Lake City. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this romantic 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 family-friendly area.
Things to do
Bonneville Salt Flats Adventure
Explore Bonneville Salt Flats Journey to the Edge of the World
Hear the Tabernacle Choir + Salt Lake City Fully Guided Bus Tour
Salt Lake City: Great Salt Lake Wildlife & Sunset Experience
Salt Lake City Trolley Tour with 3 Theatrical Guides & Live Show
Mormon History Salt Lake Self-Guided Audio app Walking Tour
Top hotels in East Bench
Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood
"The proximity to Big Cottonwood Canyon was awesome! It’s a little out of the city proper, but we actually liked that there was less hustle and bustle and could just drive 20-30 minutes into downtown when we wanted."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hampton Inn Salt Lake City Cottonwood UT
"Breakfast was good. But could be better"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood
"Best place to stay in Utah, hands down. Looking forward to returning next year. Thanks to the amazing staff. See you next year."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood
"Best sleep I've had in awhile, very clean... Best hot tub I've sit in.. jets hit all my sore spots and was also very clean. Easy parking , easy access to everything"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood
"Very nice, new, modern and clean. Big size room. Large bathroom, extra closet space. The only negative was that our room wasn’t ready when checking in but they waived the parking fee for the inconvenience. $45 Savings for us so we didn’t mind at all. We just walked next door to grab an appetizer ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
MainStay Suites Salt Lake City Fort Union
"Front desk clerk was missing upon arrival. Had a sign posted on the desk saying to “dial zero on the phone in the other room to get ahold of me.” Pictures of the property are not accurate - FAR nicer than actually what it looks like in person."
Reviewed on 30 May 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 highlight some of the notable features of Holladay. Make a stop by Wasatch-Cache National Forest 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.
