About this Location

Facility Overview

Located along the scenic East Bench of the Salt Lake Valley at 6425 S 3000 E on the Holladay and Cottonwood Heights border, this spacious open-air surface parking facility serves the Residence Inn by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood and the surrounding commercial corridor. Designed as an open-sky ground-level lot wrapping around the property, the facility provides wide driving aisles, clearly delineated regular and accessible parking stalls, and excellent sightlines throughout.

Because it is a flat, uncovered lot with zero low-hanging beams, concrete overhangs, or overhead clearance restrictions, it can comfortably accommodate full-size pickup trucks, passenger vans, roof-box-equipped ski rigs, and large SUVs. Additionally, the lot layout easily handles oversized vehicles such as utility sprinters, high-roof conversion vans, and designated oversized bus or RV parking, making it far more versatile and stress-free than crowded downtown parking decks.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated right at the foot of Mount Olympus and the Wasatch Mountain range, this parking facility serves as an exceptional basecamp for both corporate business and outdoor mountain recreation. It sits immediately adjacent to the prestigious Cottonwood Corporate Center office parks and is minutes from several of the valley's finest destinations:

World-Class Ski Resorts: Strategically positioned near the entrances of both Big Cottonwood Canyon (SR-190) and Little Cottonwood Canyon (SR-210), providing rapid 15 to 25-minute drives to Snowbird, Alta, Solitude Mountain Resort, and Brighton Resort.
Local Dining & Nightlife: Direct walking access to premier local culinary establishments, including Market Street Grill & Oyster Bar Cottonwood (under a 5-minute walk), Tuscany, Franck's Restaurant, and local favorites like the historic Cotton Bottom Inn and The Hog Wallow Pub.
Recreation & Golf: Located less than 2 miles from the Old Mill Golf Course, as well as scenic trailheads such as Mount Olympus Trail, Ferguson Canyon, and Wheeler Historic Farm (3 miles west).
Regional Access: Downtown Salt Lake City attractions—including Delta Center, the Salt Palace Convention Center, and the University of Utah—are reachable in under 15 to 20 minutes via Interstate 215.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Entering and exiting the parking area is straightforward via two wide curb cuts along South 3000 East. The lot is positioned less than a quarter-mile from the Interstate 215 (Belt Route) junction at 6200 South, allowing drivers to merge effortlessly onto the freeway without dealing with urban gridlock. Exiting after morning peak hours or returning during evening ski rush hour is remarkably smooth compared to canyon park-and-ride bottleneck points.

For public transit users, Utah Transit Authority (UTA) bus stops operate nearby along 3000 East and Fort Union Boulevard, offering seasonal ski bus connections into the Cottonwood Canyons during winter operations. Murray Central Station—connecting regional FrontRunner commuter trains and TRAX light rail lines—is situated approximately 9 miles west for fast rail transit across the Wasatch Front.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous surface bays with ample turning radius and zero height clearance restrictions.
Oversized Vehicle Accommodation: Ample perimeter space suitable for extended vans, trailers, ski racks, and RV parking.
Safety & Visibility: Brightly illuminated perimeter pole lighting and continuous 24/7 on-site presence.
ADA Accessibility: Van-accessible ADA parking stalls located near primary building entries with smooth, curb-free ramps.
Complimentary Access: Complimentary self-parking for hotel guests and registered property visitors.
24/7 Operation: Unrestricted round-the-clock entry and exit all year long.

Ideal For

Skiers & Winter Sports Enthusiasts: Drivers heading up to Alta, Snowbird, Brighton, or Solitude who require a reliable staging ground with ski racks and rooftop equipment.
Corporate Commuters: Professionals visiting businesses, medical suites, and corporate headquarters within the Cottonwood Corporate Center and Old Mill office parks.
Local Diners & Shoppers: Patrons visiting high-end restaurants and specialty shops along 3000 East and Big Cottonwood Canyon Road.
Roadtrippers & Extended Visitors: Travelers with large SUVs, trucks, and conversion vans looking for hassle-free parking at the base of the mountains.

Visitor & Driver Tips

If you are traveling during the winter ski season, allow extra time along South 3000 East and the I-215 off-ramps during heavy snow mornings, as canyon-bound traffic can slow down intersections. Vehicles carrying overhead cargo boxes or rear-mounted ski gear should choose outer stalls to ensure optimal pedestrian walking space around the vehicles. If visiting the lot for conferences or local meetings, park in the front or western bays for the shortest walking route to entrance lobbies.