Car Hire Utah

Parking in Utah

• Park Place near Salt Lake City’s Delta Center has around 1,260 uncovered parking spots, useful for downtown events and arena stops.
• The Gateway Mall parking near Salt Lake City’s Delta Center has about 2,200 covered stalls.
• The Triad Center offers nearly 1,475 covered stalls, helpful for downtown offices, venues, and Temple Square.

Electric Car Hire

Electric car hire in Utah can be a practical option for quieter, cleaner drives around Salt Lake City, Park City, Provo, and shorter Wasatch Front routes.

Hertz electric car hire in Utah gives Australian travellers another flexible choice for airport transfers, city stays, ski-area access, and day trips where charging is available.

Charging Points

Utah has nearly 2,973 public electric charging ports, supporting airport pickup, city stays, ski trips, and selected national park approaches.

Congestion Charges

Utah does not have a statewide congestion charge. Main extra costs are parking, airport fees, toll facilities, express lanes, and park entry fees.

Key Roads

• US-189: Useful for Provo Canyon, Heber City, and Park City routes.
• UT-224: A key access road for Park City and ski-area stays.
• UT-12: A scenic southern route for Bryce Canyon, Escalante, and Capitol Reef.

Toll Roads

• Adams Avenue Parkway: A short private toll road in the Ogden area, connecting I-84 with US-89
• I-15 Express Lanes: These tolled lanes run along parts of the I-15 corridor
• I-15 near Salt Lake City: Even if you avoid the Express Lanes, I-15 remains the main route for drives to Salt Lake City, Provo, Ogden, and longer north-south drives.

Driving Tips: When you are in Utah

• Check mountain weather before ski-town or canyon drives.
• Carry water on desert routes, as services can be spread out.
• Set your navigation app before driving, as Utah prohibits manual phone use while driving.

Best Hotels in Utah

Pendry Park City

2417 West High Mountain Road, Park City, UT

A polished mountain hotel with ski access, dining, and a strong Park City base.

The Advenire

25 West St. George Boulevard, St. George, UT

A downtown St. George hotel with pioneer styling and access to red-rock routes.

Cliffrose Springdale

281 Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale, UT

A Zion-area hotel with garden space, canyon views, and a useful park base.

Popular Restaurants in Utah

Pago

878 South 900 East, Salt Lake City

A Salt Lake City restaurant known for local ingredients, seasonal dishes, and neighbourhood dining.

Communal

102 North University Avenue, Provo

A Provo restaurant with farm-to-table cooking and a relaxed shared-meal setting.

Hell’s Backbone Grill & Farm

20 North Highway 12, Boulder

A remote Boulder restaurant known for farm-led cooking and southern Utah road-trip appeal.

Best Places to Visit in Utah

Dead Horse Point State Park

State Route 313, Moab

A dramatic overlook near Moab with canyon views, short walks, and access from US-191.

Bonneville Salt Flats

Interstate 80 near Wendover

A wide salt-crust landscape west of Salt Lake City, known for open views.

Snow Canyon State Park

1002 Snow Canyon Drive, Ivins

A red-rock state park near St. George with lava flows, sandstone cliffs, and scenic drives.

FAQs

1. What do I need to bring for a car rental in Utah?

For car rental in Utah, make sure to bring a valid driver’s licence, passport, and a payment card in the main driver’s name. If your licence is not in English, carry an International Driving Permit with the original licence.

2. What are the age rules for car hire in Utah?

Under-25 renters may be accepted, but fees or vehicle limits can apply.

3. What payment types are accepted?

Credit cards are common. Debit card rules depend on the location.

4. Does the rental come with a full tank of fuel?

Check your booking and follow the listed fuel policy.

5. What is Hertz’s cancellation policy in Utah?

Cancellation rules vary by booking type, so review the terms before collection.