What is East Central like?

Travellers to Salt Lake City's East Central neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Are you looking for East Central travel tips? Make sure that you visit Gilgal Sculpture Garden and Benson Grist Mill while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in East Central?

Based on our traveller data, Anniversary Inn - 5th South is one of the top choices for your stay in East Central. This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from University of Utah, and it offers free parking and free WiFi.

How many hotels will I find in the East Central area?

Expedia has 76 hotels and other accommodation options in East Central to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Salt Lake City area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in East Central, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in East Central.

What is there to do in this Salt Lake City neighbourhood?

For cultural attractions in East Central, head to Gilgal Sculpture Garden, Benson Grist Mill and The Art Barn. A visit to Jewett Center for the Performing Arts and Emma Eccles Jones Conservatory is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around East Central include Trolley Square, Chase Home Museum of Utah Folk Art and Rice-Eccles Stadium. While you're out sightseeing, Liberty Park Tennis Center and George S Eccles Tennis Center are a couple of additional sights to visit in Salt Lake City.

How can I get around East Central and the greater Salt Lake City area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? 900 East Station is the closest metro station.

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1. Anniversary Inn - 5th South

East Central

James

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pergola.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Salt Lake City-University/Foothill Dr

3.2 km from East Central

Krysten

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

Outdoor seating with chairs and a fire feature.

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Sugar House

Sugar House, 3.2 km from East Central

Robert

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and a view of the forest through large windows.

4. Home2 Suites by Hilton Salt Lake City East

East Bench, 5.5 km from East Central

james

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern Hyatt Place hotel with a prominent glass facade, a covered entrance, and a red bus in motion.

5. Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Downtown/The Gateway

Downtown Salt Lake City, 4 km from East Central

Darin

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a central fire feature.

6. Hyatt House Salt Lake City Downtown

Rio Grande, 3.6 km from East Central

Kristen

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, stone pillars, and a sign reading "Hilton Garden Inn".

7. Hilton Garden Inn Salt Lake City Downtown

Downtown Salt Lake City, 3.1 km from East Central

Howard

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern urban area with a prominent curved building, a tall skyscraper, and a mountain in the background.

8. Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown by IHG

Rio Grande, 3.1 km from East Central

Ronda

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a brick wall, and a water feature.

9. Little America Hotel

Downtown Salt Lake City, 2.5 km from East Central

Tyler

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a prominent entrance with a covered area.

10. Courtyard Salt Lake City Downtown

Rio Grande, 3.7 km from East Central

Pat

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel with a curved glass facade, located in a cityscape with other buildings and a clear sky.

11. Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City

Rio Grande, 3.2 km from East Central

Wendy

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, a changing room area with exercise equipment, and a seating area with a view of the outside.

12. Hampton Inn Salt Lake City - Downtown

Rio Grande, 3.3 km from East Central

Aundria

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern reception area with a bar, wooden stools, a decorative plant centerpiece, and a geometric wall design.

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown

Downtown Salt Lake City, 3.2 km from East Central

Marlin

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A dining area with a round table, chairs, a pendant light, and a potted plant.

14. The Kimball at Temple Square

Downtown Salt Lake City, 3.4 km from East Central

Mara

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A multi-story building with a flat roof and a sign that reads 'Radisson.'

15. Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown

Rio Grande, 3.6 km from East Central

Samantha

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A hotel sign with the name 'Crystal Inn Hotel Suites' and a building in the background.

16. Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City

Rio Grande, 3.1 km from East Central

Tina

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking a parking lot.

17. Comfort Inn & Suites Salt Lake City I-80 I-15 Downtown

South Salt Lake, 4.4 km from East Central

Cindy

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and well-maintained gardens.

18. The Grand America Hotel

Downtown Salt Lake City, 2.5 km from East Central

Trish

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

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19. Hilton Salt Lake City Center

Rio Grande, 3 km from East Central

James

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern outdoor seating area with a fire feature, glass railings, and a view of the interior.

20. evo Hotel Salt Lake City

Downtown Salt Lake City, 3.5 km from East Central

Michael

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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Where to stay in East Central

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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.

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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.

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East Bench

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

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Sugar House

Noted for its lake views and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Sugar House. Top attractions like Club Karamba and Cinemark Sugarhouse are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Fairmont Station or Sugarmont Station to see more of the city.

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Central City

While you're in Central City, take in top sights like Trolley Square or Salt Lake City Public Library, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Trolley Station or 900 East Station.

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Top East Central Hotel Reviews

Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Midvalley

8/10 Good

"Check in was good, the staff were friendly. The room was clean except for the bath tub. Breakfast was ok, not a lot of variety."

Little America Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We were treated like we were VIPs. The grounds and lobby were like a classic regal hotel. The entire hotel was classic but everything up to date. The pools were beautiful and the fitness room comprehensive. Our rooms were very comfortable. My husband loved his Coffee Shop breakfasts. It was so convenient to the freeways and main city roads so getting around was simple. I felt very safe with the security provided both for guests and their cars."

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Our top choices for East Central hotels

1. Anniversary Inn - 5th South

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Salt Lake City-University/Foothill Dr

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Sugar House

4. Home2 Suites by Hilton Salt Lake City East

5. Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Downtown/The Gateway

6. Hyatt House Salt Lake City Downtown

7. Hilton Garden Inn Salt Lake City Downtown

8. Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown by IHG

9. Little America Hotel

10. Courtyard Salt Lake City Downtown

11. Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City

12. Hampton Inn Salt Lake City - Downtown

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown

14. The Kimball at Temple Square

15. Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown

16. Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Salt Lake City

17. Comfort Inn & Suites Salt Lake City I-80 I-15 Downtown

18. The Grand America Hotel

19. Hilton Salt Lake City Center

20. evo Hotel Salt Lake City

Where to stay in East Central

Downtown Salt Lake City

Midvalley

East Bench

Sugar House

Central City

Top East Central Hotel Reviews

Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Midvalley

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