About this Location

Facility Overview

Lot 5, operated by Capitol Parking, is an ideally situated open-air surface parking facility located at 255 W S Temple St in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City, Utah. Situated immediately adjacent to the Radisson Hotel Downtown and merely steps from the city's premier sports and convention hubs, this spacious lot offers rapid drive-in parking without the delays of navigating complex multi-story parking structures. Because Lot 5 is an open surface lot with wide driving aisles and no ceiling overhead, it provides completely unobstructed vertical clearance. This makes it an exceptional choice for standard passenger sedans, full-size pickup trucks, commercial vans, lifted SUVs, and vehicles equipped with roof racks, cargo boxes, or ski carriers that exceed the tight ceiling clearances of nearby downtown underground garages.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned along the vibrant West South Temple corridor, Lot 5 puts motorists within immediate walking distance of Salt Lake City's foremost sports, convention, and cultural venues:

Delta Center: Home to the NBA's Utah Jazz, NHL hockey fixtures, and major touring concerts, located just one block west (approximately a 2 to 3-minute walk).
Salt Palace Convention Center: Situated directly across the street and one block south, making it effortless for conference attendees, exhibitors, and trade show visitors (under a 2-minute walk).
Abravanel Hall: The renowned concert home of the Utah Symphony, situated just two blocks east (approximately a 4-minute walk).
The Gateway: A premier open-air shopping, dining, and entertainment destination hosting the Clark Planetarium, Megaplex Theatres, and vibrant dining spots, located two blocks west (approx. 5 minutes on foot).
Temple Square & Church History Museum: Historical landmarks, visitor centers, and expansive gardens are conveniently reachable within a 6 to 8-minute walk to the east.
Downtown Theaters & Dining: The George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Theater, Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre, and dozens of downtown dining establishments are within comfortable walking distance.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Entering and departing Lot 5 is seamless, with direct ingress and egress points off West South Temple between 200 West and 300 West. The lot's surface layout allows drivers to avoid the long post-event exit queues commonly experienced in multi-level parking ramps. Regional commuters enjoy direct arterial connections to Interstate 15 and Interstate 80 via 400 South, 500 South, or 600 South ramps. For visitors transitioning to mass transit, the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) TRAX light rail Arena Station (Blue and Green Lines) sits right outside the Delta Center less than two blocks away. Passengers can ride TRAX free of charge within Salt Lake City's downtown Free Fare Zone, connecting easily to City Creek, Courthouse, and the Salt Lake Central FrontRunner commuter rail station.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Headroom: Zero height restrictions, accommodating high-profile trucks, lifted SUVs, and cargo-equipped vans.
24/7 Unrestricted Access: Open all day and night for round-the-clock event access, convention shifts, and overnight stays.
Contactless Mobile Payments: Digital payment kiosks and app/QR code parking payment workflows for convenient drive-up processing.
ADA Accessible Stalls: Designated accessible parking spaces positioned close to street crosswalks and ramps.
Security & Illumination: Paved surface layout equipped with perimeter lighting for visibility during night events.

Ideal For

Sports Fans & Arena Visitors: The premier parking destination for Utah Jazz games, NHL hockey matches, and headline arena concerts at Delta Center.
Convention & Expo Delegates: Stress-free daily parking for conferences, trade exhibits, and public events at the Salt Palace Convention Center.
Symphony & Theater Patrons: Relaxed evening parking for performances at Abravanel Hall, Eccles Theater, and the Capitol Theatre.
Downtown Hotel Guests: An affordable surface parking alternative for visitors staying at neighboring downtown hotels.
Weekend Diners & Shoppers: Centrally placed for culinary outings, nightlife, and retail trips at The Gateway and surrounding downtown blocks.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Due to the facility's prime proximity to Delta Center and the Salt Palace, Lot 5 experiences high demand during home games, headline concerts, and major convention sessions. Event-day flat rates may apply during peak stadium dates. Motorists heading to major evening events are advised to arrive 30 to 45 minutes prior to game tip-off or curtain call to secure an optimal stall. Note your license plate number before leaving your vehicle, as parking validation and mobile payment systems frequently require plate entry.