Holiday Inn Express Heber City is the budget-friendly option in this guide, and it exists for a clear reason: Park City is expensive, and Heber City, about twenty minutes away, is considerably cheaper. The hotel offers the standard comforts of the brand, with clean, modern rooms, free breakfast, an indoor pool and a fitness room, and its location in Heber puts you near groceries, restaurants and gas stations that are more affordable than those in Park City. From the hotel, Park City's Main Street and ski areas are a short drive, and the Heber Valley railroad, Jordanelle State Park and the Homestead Crater at Midway are even closer. The trade-off is that you will be driving to the slopes, and winter mornings can mean slow traffic over the pass. For families, groups and travelers who spend most of the day outside and mainly need a comfortable bed and a hot breakfast, it is a practical way to save money. Prices are lowest in spring and autumn.
Heber City itself has more of a working-town feel than Park City, with a historic main street, local restaurants and a wide valley view. Shops and chain restaurants are close to the hotel, and you can find a wider range of prices than in the resort town. The hotel is also a good base for exploring the Wasatch Back and the Uinta foothills in summer, with the reservoir, the railroad and a variety of outdoor activities within reach.
The standard amenities help with trips that include children. The free breakfast saves time in the morning, the indoor pool is useful in both winter and summer and rooms with two queen beds or a king accommodate families and friends. Parking is usually free, which can be a large saving compared with some Park City properties. Check the shuttle policy, as this hotel does not run ski shuttles, and confirm whether pets are accepted if you are traveling with a dog.
Practical sense
On busy ski days, leave early, check road and traffic reports and have a plan for parking at the resort. In summer, the drive is simple and quick. Book ahead for peak weekends, when even the budget hotels fill. If you want to see Park City but keep your accommodation costs low, this hotel is a sensible choice. Consider driving up for the day, using the free buses once you arrive in town, and returning to the valley for dinner at a local restaurant.
For summer visitors the hotel is useful as a launching point for the valley's outdoor offerings, including boating, fishing, golf and cycling, and for evening visits to local restaurants and farm stands. Guests who plan a Salt Lake City airport arrival can reach the hotel by car in under an hour in good conditions.
Why stay here
- ✓Free breakfast
- ✓Indoor pool
- ✓Fitness room
- ✓Free parking
- ✓Wi-Fi
- ✓Family rooms
- ✓Near Heber Valley railroad
- ✓Short drive to Park City
Good questions
How far is Heber City from Park City?+
About twenty minutes by car in good conditions.
Is breakfast included?+
The Holiday Inn Express brand typically includes breakfast. Confirm with the hotel.
Is it good for skiers?+
It suits budget-minded skiers who accept a drive to the slopes.