Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown

2.5 star property
Hotel near University of Utah in Salt Lake City

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Free buffet breakfast
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Lobby
Business center

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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171 W 500 S, Salt Lake City, UT, 84101
  • Place, Salt Palace Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Delta Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Temple Square
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Salt Lake City, UT (SLC-Salt Lake City Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 475 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(39 reviews)
  • 338 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 338 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • 475 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 475 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 338 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(47 reviews)
  • 338 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(59 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Salt Lake City

City center stay.Your stay at this Downtown Salt Lake City hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of University of Utah and Salt Palace Convention Center. Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center and Salt Lake City and County Building are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Salt Palace Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Eccles Theater - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Delta Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Temple Square - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • City Creek Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Courthouse Station - 8 min walk
  • Salt Lake Central Station - 19 min walk
  • Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lobby Lounge - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Quarters Arcade Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sol Agave - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown

Hotel near University of Utah in Salt Lake City
WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. Free breakfast is available. A fitness center, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown. Self parking is free.

This Salt Lake City hotel is smoke free.

  • 85 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2009
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown offers 85 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary weekday newspapers. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Salt Lake City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown to the airport?

Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown is 6.6 mi (11-min drive) away from the Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown?

As of Feb 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown on Feb 16, 2026 start from $89.8, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown.

Does Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown offer free breakfast?

Yes, Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM.

Is there free parking at Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown have a pool?

Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown does not have a pool.

Does Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown to downtown Salt Lake City?

Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown is 0.5 mi away from Salt Lake City.

Comfort Inn Salt Lake City Downtown Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 344 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 136 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 113 out of 1002 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN, LIVERMORE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great stay in SLC
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Shasta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Waffles or eggs or sausage or cerel or bagel cream cheese the options were outsiding drinks we're also great you had coffee or tea or even juice you have apple orange or cranberry juices. Staff was very friendly and nice. Parking was fine finding the entrance was a different story. The room was awesome very good very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Taylor

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
There was no lock on the door. Didn’t feel totally safe.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ravahere

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff is not the best. Can do better. A/C or heaters are loud. It’s ok.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good overall
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brynlee

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The beds were comfy, the room was clean and the staff were so nice. We had a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Front desk check in person was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was Awesome 👌 THANN YOU WELL BE BACK
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

hang

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald, STAMFORD

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Alyssa

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Debra

The shower didn’t work and when I let the front desk know they just said thank you! So we were unable to take showers. Very disappointed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with good price!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Tina, LOVELOCK

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Heidi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We arrived at the check in time of 3pm, just be told our room wasnt ready and we needed to wait 25/30 mins. Then upon entering the room, the floor was still dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean spacious room. Bathroom clean. Great standard breakfast. Safe neighborhood. Walkable to Salt Palace Convention center (about 15 min) and Lightrail station to airport (1 block to Courthouse station), and 20 min to Temple Square. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Samuel, Pacific Palisades

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My shower/tub did not have any hot water. There were no real curtains, only thin white inner liners that the morning sun fully shined through. There were cobwebs in my room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Refrigerator did not work. The TV did not work until we fixed it ourselves. Breakfast eggs and other items were cold and staff took forever to refill items. The air conditioning unit sounded like a jet taking off.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Phillip

Traveled with group
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025