Best Fitness Hotels in Utah

Sitting about a mile from the Arizona border in Canyon Point, Utah, Amangiri incorporates the surrounding landscape into its design. The hotel adopts the muted browns of the desert in its interior, and its pool wraps around a sandstone butte. Guests love that all of the rooms boast spectacular desert views, and the private courtyards are also a big hit. Amangiri invites guests to take part in activities like hiking and horseback riding, but if you'd prefer a more relaxing day, head straight to the Spa, where treatments are infused with Navajo healing traditions. It may boast a beautiful setting and luxurious amenities, but guests say it's the friendliness of Amangiri's staff that will keep them coming back. Just be prepared for sticker shock: Some travelers note that the room rates here are far from budget-friendly.

According to recent travelers, the Waldorf Astoria Park City, which is surrounded by the Wasatch Mountains, makes a great home base for a Utah ski vacation. The Frostwood Gondola, located across the street, shuttles guests to Canyons Village. From there, travelers can access more than 7,300 acres of skiable terrain and more than 300 trails. Visitors can also rent equipment and purchase lift tickets through the property's services. But wintertime skiers aren't Waldorf's only happy campers. The hotel is also conveniently situated near stunning fly-fishing spots and miles of hiking trails. Golf, mountain biking and summer concerts round out the warm-weather offerings. What's more, travelers say that the resort's pool is the perfect place to spend a sunny afternoon. Recent guests also appreciated the quality of service at the award-winning spa. But you don't necessarily need to hit the spa to feel pampered: Guest rooms are spacious yet cozy and come with plush linens and gas fireplaces. Visitors also say they feel like VIPs thanks to the oversized bathrooms (equipped with high-definition TVs). In addition, the Powder restaurant received rave reviews and serves elevated comfort food for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Overall, prior guests concluded that this Waldorf Astoria has beautiful decor and excellent amenities, but some said that the five-star service is lacking. As a member of the Hilton family, members of the Hilton Honors program can reap benefits here. 

Rising out of Deer Valley Resort's Silver Lake Village, The Chateaux Deer Valley offers guests the quintessential ski lodge experience, complete with crackling fireplaces and winter sports equipment rentals. Guest rooms range from simple studios to multiroom villas, each equipped with a kitchenette or kitchen, complimentary wireless internet and carved wooden furnishings. But that's not all: The Chateaux Deer Valley also features perks like a heated outdoor pool and hot tubs, plus a highly rated spa. Its gourmet Cena Ristorante and Lounge serves up hearty portions of fresh pastas and flatbread pizzas.

Coupling a traditional ski lodge with 18th-century European decor, this hotel offers guests an alternative to Salt Lake City's flurry of chain lodgings. Previous visitors praised The Grand America's little sibling for its boutique atmosphere and oversized guest rooms (all of which feature complimentary Wi-Fi access, handmade furniture and spacious layouts), although some guests noted the decor could use an update. The pool is also a big hit with travelers, thanks to its half-indoor, half-outdoor design (the sections are connected by a tunnel), while the garden pool lounge is a nice quiet place to relax. Recent visitors also appreciated The Little America Hotel's location, specifying that it's close enough to Salt Lake City's attractions without being in a noisy part of town, which makes it a great home base for families.

The Salt Lake City Marriott City Center earns high praise for its location near Temple Square. But this convenience doesn't appease some guests who complain of aging basic amenities, such as the showers in the guest rooms. Aside from some issues with the water pressure, visitors describe the rooms as comfortable and spacious and are pleased with in-room extras like complimentary high-speed internet and plush linens. When it comes to on-site dining, guests rave about La Bella Piastra restaurant, which serves up hearty portions with hints of Italian flavor. And because this property is a member of the Marriott family, loyal guests can earn or redeem points here through the Marriott Bonvoy program.

The guest rooms at the Hilton Salt Lake City Center come equipped with 37-inch flat-screen TVs and minifridges, and suites feature separate sitting areas and 42-inch flat-screen TVs. Wi-Fi is available for a fee. On-site amenities include a business center, a fitness room with plenty of cardio equipment, a heated indoor pool and a hot tub with a sundeck. For dining, there is Spencer’s for Steaks and Chops, which serves prime cuts as well as seafood, local produce and cheeses, along with an extensive wine and cocktail list. Trofi Restaurant & Bar serves breakfast buffets and a la carte offerings with a seasonal outdoor patio, and there is also a Starbucks in the lobby. Located two blocks away from the shops and restaurants at the City Creek Center and about a mile from the City Creek Canyon hiking trails, the hotel is well situated for outdoor activities as well as shopping and dining. Recent guests said they enjoyed the convenient location as well as the fine dining experience at Spencer’s, although others said breakfast comes with a hefty price tag. Because this hotel belongs to the Hilton family, Hilton Honors members can use or earn points by staying here.

The guest rooms at the Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek come equipped with Wi-Fi access, minifridges, coffee and tea products, large windows, Thann toiletries and Plug-in technology for streaming media. On-site amenities feature a fitness center, an indoor-outdoor pool, a hot tub, parking (for a fee) and a Starbucks. Dining options include Elevations, which serves American classics for breakfast, lunch and dinner in a ski-lounge atmosphere, and Destinations Lounge, which serves cocktails, craft beer and light appetizers. Located in the heart of Salt Lake City, Utah, the hotel is within steps of attractions like Temple Square, Salt Palace Convention Center and shopping at City Creek. Recent guests said they enjoyed the convenient location and being within walking distance to attractions, while other guests complained that the room and water temperatures were spotty and took a while to adjust. Keep in mind that because of this hotel’s ties to the Marriott family, Marriott Rewards members can redeem and accrue points by choosing to stay here.