| Location: Little America Hotel is conveniently located on 10 acres in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City, just 10 minutes from the Salt Lake International Airport. Nestled between the Wasatch and Oquirrh Mountain Ranges in the magnificent Salt Lake Valley, Little America is within walking distance from shopping, restaurants, cultural and sporting events and is roughly 30-40 minutes from the major ski resorts. Nearby are historic Temple Square, the world-famous Great Salt Lake, four major rivers, national parks, forests and monuments.
Description: Centrally located in Salt Lake City’s business, historic, cultural and entertainment center, Little America’s fine décor and European ambience provide the perfect atmosphere for any type of meeting, seminar or special event. The hotel’s superior service, accommodations, and amenities also make it an ideal location for leisure travel. Centralized booking, billing and support staff coordinate all functions seamlessly.
Accommodations: Little America Hotel offers 850 luxurious, oversized guestrooms and 23 suites, each with 31" televisions, Complimentary in-room wi-fi access, iHome clock radio, down pillows, and other luxury amenities. The grounds are beautifully landscaped with fountains and flower gardens. Attended to by an eager and friendly staff, your group will be impressed by the quality of service and commitment to excellence.
Guest Amenities:
• Salt Lake’s largest indoor/outdoor pool
• Children’s pool
• Complimentary health club with sauna, whirlpool and fitness center
•Complimentary in-room wi-fi access
• iHome clock radio
• Complimentary parking & underground parking
• Valet parking
• Same day dry cleaning service & laundry w/one hour pressing
• 24 hour shoe shine
• In-Room Dining
• Business Center
• 5 retail shops
• 2 restaurants – Steakhouse and Coffee Shop
• Private sports club
• Coffee bar
• Express check out
Dining Facilities and Recreation:
An excellent Steakhouse, coffee shop and award-winning Sunday Brunch make dining at Little America a distinct pleasure. Indoor and outdoor pools and a fabulous health facility, complete with hot tub and sauna, complement the hotels amenities. Nearby attractions include the Utah Jazz basketball, the Utah Symphony Opera, Ballet West, and historic Temple Square, home to the world-renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir.
Meeting Facilities: Little America Hotel offers over 22,000 square feet of meeting space with 18 conference rooms. Delectable menus catering to your group’s specific tastes and needs will satisfy even the most discriminating palates.
Executive Staff:
Ed Box, General Manager
Ownership:
Little America Hotel is part of the Grand America Hotels & Resorts owned by Earl Holding. The collection features Sun Valley Resort in Sun Valley, Idaho, twice selected by readers of SKI magazine as the nation's top ski facility; Snowbasin Ski Resort just outside Salt Lake City, site of the 2002 Olympic Downhill and Super G Races; The Grand America Hotel, Salt Lake City's premier luxury hotel; The Westgate Hotel in San Diego; and Little America properties in Arizona and Wyoming.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. How should I get from the airport to Little America?
2.Can you tell me some of the best restaurants in town? I need to make reservations prior to my arrival.
3. Can I get an alcoholic drink in Utah?
4. What can you tell me about your public transportation in Salt Lake City?
5. Do you have shopping malls in the area?
6. How far is Park City and various ski areas from the hotel?
7. Is there public transportation to the various ski resorts?
8. How far is Temple Square from the hotel?
1. How should I get from the airport to
Little America?
For information about all forms of transportation available out of
the Salt Lake International Airport, please visit the
Rental Cars and
Buses, Taxis, Limos pages of the Salt Lake City International
Airport website or call the airport's Ground Transportation Desk
at 801-575-2477.
2. What are some of the best restaurants in town? I need to make dining reservations prior to my arrival.
Please contact our Concierge Staff at (801) 596-5799. Our concierges are aware of the finest restaurants in town for any cuisine you would be interested in. They can email or fax you with menus on various restaurants.
3. Can I get an alcoholic drink in Utah?
Here's an overview of the infamous "Utah Liquor Laws":
Beer - You can purchase 3.2% beer at grocery and convenience stores. Full-strength beer can be purchased at state liquor stores and most restaurants and clubs.
Wine - Wine can only be purchased at state liquor stores and is served in most restaurants and clubs.
Liquor - You can purchase liquor at state liquor stores and is served in most restaurants and clubs.
4. What can you tell me about your public transportation in Salt Lake City?
The Trax System (light-rail train) runs in front of our hotel. The train is free in our downtown area. You catch the train 1/2 block from our hotel lobby and continue downtown for free all day long. Trax runs from 5:30 am to 11:30 pm Monday-Saturday and 10:00 am to 10:00 pm on Sundays. You can also catch Trax up to the University of Utah at a cost of $2.50 for a full day pass.
5. Do you have shopping malls in the area?
Yes, we have 2 shopping malls within 1 mile of our hotel. Both are easily accessible by using the Trax light-rail system. These malls are The Gateway and Trolley Square.
6. How far away are Park City and other ski areas from the hotel?
We are located 40-50 minutes from Park City and 6 other ski resorts (Alta, Brighton, The Canyons, Deer Valley, Snowbird and Solitude.)
7. Is there public transportation to the various ski resorts?
Yes, but the public transportation is only for Big & Little Cottonwood Canyons (Alta, Brighton, Snowbird & Solitude). You can take the Trax light-rail for 20 minutes south and at the train station where you get off you meet an express bus going to the resorts. The total travel time is approximately 1 hour from hotel to resort.
There are also transportation companies running buses and vans up to the various resorts. This form of ski resort transportation will run approximately $35 for a roundtrip ride. Please contact the Concierge Desk at 801-258-6703 for more information.
8. How far is Temple Square from the hotel?
Temple Square, which is the center for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the Mormon religion), covers 35 acres in downtown Salt Lake City. Temple Square is located 1 mile from the hotel. You can walk or use the Trax light-rail system to get to the Square. There are tours daily from 9:00am-9:00pm every 15 minutes of the Square grounds. These tours are free. |