From its star-studded ski resorts in the northeast to its majestic rock formations in the southwest, Utah offers travelers many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Accommodations range from luxury, top-end resorts to rustic cabins surrounded by forests. To enjoy the mountain views and natural surroundings, visitors should make sure to pack layers of clothing and sturdy hiking shoes. Temperatures tend to swing widely even in the summer.
Southeast of Salt Lake City, the upscale Stein Eriksen Lodge offers guests a scenic mountain getaway in Park City's ski resort area. The lodge offers standard rooms with one king or two queen beds, refrigerators, balconies, hot tubs and fireplaces; upgraded suites also have living rooms, full kitchens and bedrooms for up to 18 people. The Glitretind restaurant serves all meals and Sunday brunch, while Troll Hallen Lounge has lighter, casual meals. Other hotel amenities include a business center, a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, a ski locker room and sports-clothing boutiques.
Stein Eriksen Lodge
7700 Stein Way
Park City, UT 84060
800-453-1302
steinlodge.com
The Lodge at Bryce Canyon features traditional non-smoking rooms and rustic cabins, many with mountain and canyon views. The lodge's location within the national park gives guests easy access to hiking, sightseeing or biking. Most rooms come with two queen beds and a balcony, while suites have a separate sitting room. Cabins include a fireplace and a private porch. The lodge restaurant, overlooking the ponderosa pine forest, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Takeout box lunches are available for visitors on the go. Other lodge amenities include a gift shop and a general store with snacks, drinks and sundries.
The Lodge at Bryce Canyon
Bryce Canyon National Park
Bryce, UT 84764
877-386-4383
brycecanyonforever.com
The Grand America, an elegant 24-story landmark in downtown Salt Lake City, offers guests mountain views and many luxury features. The hotel's 775 rooms come with high-speed Internet, balconies and flat-screen TVs; posh suites also have full kitchens and separate living rooms. Other amenities include indoor and outdoor pools, a business center, a floral shop, a spa, a fitness center and several boutiques. Dining options include the Garden Cafe, the Gibson Lounge and the Grand America Lobby Lounge; poolside meals also are served during the outdoor pool season.
The Grand America Hotel
555 S. Main St.
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
800-621-4505
grandamerica.com
Situated within Zion National Park, the Zion Lodge offers travelers memorable vistas of Utah's famous sandstone rock formations and cliffs. The lodge's rooms have one king or two queen beds, air conditioning and private balconies. Individual cabins have a rustic decor with two double beds, fireplaces and private porches. The casual Red Rock Grill serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, while Castle Dome Cafe offers snack items such as hamburgers, hotdogs and ice cream. Lodge activities include horseback riding, hiking or cycling.
Zion Lodge
Zion National Park
Springdale, UT 84767
435-772-7700
zionlodge.com
