Peery Hotel

Built in 1910, The Peery Hotel has maintained a historic feel through updates over the years -- the most recent of which occurred in 2016. Elements of the hotel’s past influences have been incorporated into the modern design for an overall appealing and warm atmosphere. In the lobby, peach walls and wood furniture are offset with black trim and deep-blue accents, while vintage-style furnishing and artwork is a nod to the history of the building -- think collections of gears and antique keys, and paintings reflecting artistic styles over the past hundred-plus years. Pendant globe lights create a warm glow, along with a cage-like chandelier with an industrial feel. Though lacking an upscale polish, the hotel has a charm that draws couples and business travelers in downtown Salt Lake City, and makes it a good value. 

Peery Hotel is in downtown Salt Lake City, close to attractions and entertainment. Despite the stiff religious reputation, the downtown area offers decent nightlife and there are several bars and restaurants just a few minutes’ walk from the hotel. Within a five-minute walk are an ice-skating rink, concerts halls, theaters, and the Salt Palace Convention Center. It is a 15-minute walk to Clark Planetarium and Temple Square, where there are historic religious sites and a beautiful garden. For trips farther afield, Gallivan Plaza Rail Station is a four-minute walk away, and it’s a six-minute walk to a public bus stop. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Conference Center is a seven-minute drive from the hotel. It is a seven-minute drive to a beautiful Roman Catholic Church with Gothic design, constructed in 1909. Salt Lake City International Airport is a 13-minute drive from the hotel. 

All rooms were renovated in 2016, outfitted in a contemporary, handsome design in neutral tones. Design elements include tufted leather headboards, geometric-print carpeting in gold and black, houndstooth pillows, studded wooden furniture, and black crown molding.On the downside, many rooms are on the small side and some have odd configurations that put sinks outside the bathrooms or toilets squeezed between the tubs and sinks. Still, Tempur-Pedic mattreses are comfy, and all rooms have wardrobes, desks, coffeemakers, and flat-screen TVs, but no mini-fridges, and iPod docks must be request. Fresh white-and-black bathrooms are bright, modern, and outfitted with shower/tub combos. Some higher-category rooms add sitting areas with sofa bed and whirlpool tubs. Hairdryers are provided and free C.O. Bigelow toiletries include soap, shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, and lotion. 

This hotel has a short list of extra features, which does not include a pool or spa services. The restaurant is a grill and bar serving well-reviewed food in a lively atmosphere with rustic-modern decor and TVs around the space. Breakfast is not included, but the restaurant has a discounted menu for guests and there’s free coffee and tea in the lobby. A small fitness room in the basement has modern equipment, including free weights and individual TVs on cardio machines. Meeting rooms and a business center with a computer and printer cater to business travelers, and there’s a mini-mart for sundries. On-site parking is available for a fee. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel.