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Some reputable chains have made their way here, along with interesting family-owned inns and B&Bs in a full range of prices. At Bear Lake you can rent a condo with a kitchen if you feel like putting down roots for a while. Make reservations, especially on summer weekends and holidays; during fall and winter many hotels get booked far in advance when conventions are in town.
Gray marble, bright bay windows, and soaring ceilings with ornate crown molding greet you in the lobby of this art deco beauty with airy guest rooms and gorgeous mountain and city views. You can keep fit in the mirrored fitness room and relax after a day on the slopes in the oversize whirlpool tub.
The gorgeous contemporary design, charming small-town location, hip coffeehouse, welcoming hosts, and light-filled sitting areas are—amazingly—not even the coolest things about this stylish boutique inn: that honor belongs to the silo-shape Huntsville Astronomic and Lunar Observatory, which adjoins the inn and offers unforgettable viewing experiences of the cosmos. The inn has stylishly appointed rooms with 50-inch TVs, climate control, plush bedding, and roomy white-tile standing showers with Beekman 1802 bath products. Rates include a delicious breakfast in Lift coffeehouse. It's a 15- to 20-minute drive from Ogden Valley's ski areas.
In a quiet residential area just a short walk from Main Street, this beautifully restored Greek Revival–Georgian mansion is perfect for a romantic getaway or as a cozy retreat, its suites warmly decorated and outfitted with whirlpool baths and, in many cases, fireplaces. The home has hosted famous actors, authors, and political leaders over the years. The expansive front porch with stately columns and views of Logan is a favorite with visitors, as are the home-cooked gourmet breakfasts, with apple pancakes a particular crowd pleaser.
On a scenic stretch of Highway 39 in Ogden Canyon, between Ogden and Pineview Reservoirs, this rustic but upscale riverside lodge with cabins is perfect for a quiet getaway that's not too far from civilization, yet offers easy access to hiking, boating, and Ogden Valley skiing. Relax with a stroll in the garden, or soak up the sun on the terrace or deck. Accommodations come in a range of styles, from more compact standard rooms in the main lodge to romantic cabins with custom-built log furniture and jetted soaking tubs.
Less than 2 miles off Interstate 15 on the edge of downtown Brigham City, this two-story Best Western with views of the mountains is a convenient, affordable base for exploring the area, from Bear Lake to Promontory. Rooms have standard chain furnishings and amenities, and there's a small gym and indoor pool.
This reasonably priced, centrally located Best Western is ideal for being close to downtown dining and attractions, and with free parking and a hot breakfast, it's a good value. Rooms are spacious and clean and have been updated with pillow-top beds, flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and microwaves, and there's an indoor pool and hot tub, a gym, and an on-site laundry.
This charming lodging option on the western shore of Bear Lake happens to be just over the border in Idaho, set on a grassy bluff near Bear Lake West Golf Course and offering two vacation homes decorated with country furnishings and colorful quilts. The Farm Home can accommodate 12 guests and features five theme bedrooms each with a fireplace and bathroom. The Lake Home can accommodate 11 guests and features two bedrooms, two futons, and two bunk beds. Both homes offer great views of the lake and have beach access.
This eight-story chain property looks and feels a bit like any other Courtyard Marriott but stands out for its excellent downtown location a block from Historic 25th Street, its spacious rooms with sitting areas, and a wealth of fitness and leisure amenities, including an indoor pool, hot tub, and 24-hour gym. Common spaces include a casual restaurant where breakfast is available for a small fee and a good-size lobby with sofas and a gas fireplace.
A modern low-rise that's right in the heart of downtown and steps from attractions, restaurants, and shopping, this well-outfitted outpost of the reliable Hilton Garden brand has a slew of handy perks, including a full-service restaurant, an indoor pool and hot tub, a gym, and a striking glass-pavilion lobby with a bar and fireplace. The rooms are comfortable, with contemporary bedding and large flat-screen TVs, and many upper-floor units have views of the mountains.
A private beach awaits at this traditional family-friendly condo resort offering two- to four-bedroom accommodations that vary in size and amenities, but all with fully equipped kitchens and easy access to pools, hot tubs, saunas, tennis, miniature golf, a children's playground, and a kids' activity center. An on-site store offers toiletries and other essentials, ice cream, and bike rentals.
The individually decorated condos at Wolf Creek's Moose Hollow property—all with full kitchens, stone fireplaces, decks or patios, vaulted ceilings, and massive log beams—are just a few miles from Powder Mountain and within walking distance of Wolf Creek's scenic 18-hole golf course. The smallest units have two bedrooms, and the largest sleeps up to 16. For families or sharing with friends, these condos are a great value, especially in summer when rates are lower.
Logan's most upscale hotel offers bright and modern all-suite accommodations that are nicely outfitted for families and for longer stays, each with separate sitting areas, refrigerators and microwaves, high-end pull-out sleeper sofas, and flat-screen TVs. The top units have gas fireplaces and whirlpool tubs, too. Other amenities include an indoor pool and fitness room, and a 24-hour self-serve market stocked with snacks and light groceries. Business travelers have convenient access to the connected Riverwoods Conference Center as well as business services and quiet meeting areas within the hotel.
