I am right now in SLC for a convention. I rented a car so I cannot comment on your trasportation issues other than the place I am staying does have a shuttle service. I am staying at the Residence Inn Cottonwood (a Marriott property). It is 100$ a night but has free broadband and breakfast is included (real breakfast). Also, if you have not stayed at a Residence Inn before, it is like a studio apartment with a full refrigerator, laundry machines, stove, microwave, coffee machine, dishes that are cleaned for you, the works.. I like the setup, some dont. Oh, I had a grat Gyro and Hummus at a place right around the corner tonight as well. Hope this helps.