Just south of Salt Lake City, picturesque Provo sits in the Utah Valley, backed by dramatic Mount Timpanogos and the towering Wasatch Mountains. A haven for outdoor experiences, Provo is also a tranquil Mormon town with a well-regarded university and an eclectic foodie scene. Accommodation options include simple, self-catering spots and indulgent resorts, fit for a whole host of tastes and budgets. Whether you choose to base yourself in the heart of town or to hide away in the mountains, the best places to stay in Provo promise idyllic views and adventure aplenty.
Come in the summer months to explore a network of hiking, mountain biking and horse riding trails on the surrounding slopes. The Provo River offers fishing, kayaking and rafting, and scenic walks along the pine-clad slopes of the Provo Canyon yield impressive views of thundering waterfalls. Winters, on the other hand, are for skiing, snowboarding and snow shoeing. Whether you’re travelling as a couple or with family and friends, there are excursions galore in the area. Don’t miss Rock Canyon, Utah Lake State Park, the Provo River Parkway Trail or clambering up Mount Timpanogos.
Back in town, visit the Brigham Young University campus and its many museums — the Museum of Art and Monte L Bean Life Science Museum included. The North American Museum of Ancient Life has one of the most extensive Jurassic dinosaur collections in the world, including a 150-million-year-old dinosaur egg. For an insight into Provo’s Mormon roots, head to the turreted Provo City Centre Temple and the Provo Utah Temple. The many attractions of Salt Lake City are a short drive away.
Round off busy days with delicious dinners at the city’s varied array of eateries, before kicking back at one of the best places to stay in Provo.