Asher Adams

Asher Adams, Salt Lake City: A Michelin Key Selected Blend of Historic Charm and Modern Luxury

The Asher Adams, an Autograph Collection property in Salt Lake City, stands as a testament to timeless elegance, seamlessly blending the grandeur of its historic Union Pacific Depot origins with contemporary luxury. As a Michelin Key Selected property, it consistently garners high praise for its exceptional design, attentive service, and prime location, making it a standout choice for discerning travelers.

1. Overall Rating & Sentiment

The general consensus for Asher Adams is overwhelmingly positive, with guests frequently describing their stays as "extraordinary" and highlighting the hotel as "one of the most magical hotels" they've experienced. Review summaries consistently show high ratings across categories: Cleanliness (4.8), Location (4.9), Amenities (4.6), Dining (4.5), Service & Staff (4.7), and Value for Money (4.4 out of 5, based on 156 reviews). Many consider it the "best SLC option by far" for luxury accommodations.

2. Key Highlights

Guests consistently laud the Asher Adams for several distinguishing features:

• Design & Atmosphere: The hotel, built within the beautifully restored 1909 Union Pacific Depot, offers a sensational atmosphere from the moment you enter its grand lobby. Thoughtful design elements throughout pay homage to Salt Lake City's rich history, with original architectural features, stained glass, and historic photographs preserving its unique character. The blend of old-world charm and modern amenities is frequently praised.
• Service: The professionalism and hospitality of the staff are repeatedly highlighted as "unmatched" and "exceptional."
• Location: Its central downtown location is a significant draw, offering striking views of downtown and the Wasatch mountains. It provides unbeatable access to the Delta Center, Salt Palace Convention Center, and is just steps from the TRAX Light Rail, with quick access to Temple Square and the SLC International Airport.
• Amenities: The hotel boasts four signature bars and restaurants, a modern and well-equipped fitness facility with Technogym machines, and convenient filtered water and ice stations on each floor.

3. Room Quality

The rooms at Asher Adams are described as "absolutely stunning," particularly those in the historic side of the building, which evoke a "grand and majestic" feeling. Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, often featuring soaring 14-foot ceilings, exposed brick, and original concrete support beams in the historic wing. Guests appreciate the comfortable beds with soft linens and excellent mattresses. Modern amenities include charging outlets with USB-C, gorgeous bathrooms with oversized showers, bathrobes, and slippers. While comfortable, some note that rooms lack a dedicated workspace, suggesting the lobby for those needing to work during their stay.

4. Dining Experience

The hotel offers a "sublime" dining experience across its four signature bars and restaurants.

• Rouser: This fine-dining establishment features a New American kitchen with a signature wood-fired Josper grill, adding unique flavor to dishes like the locally caught Utah trout. Breakfast at Rouser is often ranked among the top. Dishes like rotisserie chicken with kimchi fried rice and short rib have been highly praised for their flavors and preparation.
• The Bar at Asher Adams & No. 119 Bar: These bars are noted for their energetic and welcoming ambiance, offering thoughtfully crafted zero-proof cocktails alongside traditional options.
• Counterpart Coffee: A convenient coffee shop and marketplace is also available. Guests have particularly enjoyed the variety and quality of the breakfast options, noting the pleasant surprise of having a choice between a small cafe or the main restaurant.

5. Service & Staff

The service at Asher Adams consistently receives high marks, with staff described as "unmatched in their professionalism and hospitality," "warm & friendly," and "accommodating." Guests frequently highlight individual staff members for their helpfulness and attentiveness. The valet service is also noted for being excellent, friendly, and courteous. The management team is recognized for having "exceptional genuine employees."

6. Location & Accessibility

The Asher Adams boasts an "ideally set" and "absolutely central location" in downtown Salt Lake City within the Gateway District. This prime spot offers:

• Proximity to Attractions: It's right next to the Delta Center, home to the Utah Jazz and other events. It's also near the Salt Palace Convention Center and provides quick access to Temple Square. An adjacent shopping area with shops and restaurants adds to its convenience.
• Transportation: The hotel is less than 10 minutes from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) and directly across the street from the TRAX Green line, offering an affordable and easy connection for $2.50.

7. Value & Pricing

While considered a luxury property, many guests feel the Asher Adams offers good value for money, especially given the lavish details and high level of service. It sits in the upper tier of Salt Lake City hotels, offering a modern yet timeless option for luxury travelers. Rates can start from approximately $493 USD per night, though these vary by date and room type. Historic rooms are typically more expensive, costing at least $100 more per night than standard Tower rooms. Marriott Bonvoy members can also utilize points, with award nights ranging from 37,500 to 55,000 points per night.

8. Common Complaints

While generally highly rated, some guests have reported a few recurring issues:

• Noise: Being in a restored train station, some guests have experienced noise from train traffic outside, including screeching wheels and air horns, particularly from freight trains. Noise from outdoor events near the hotel and occasional loud conversations in the hallways have also been mentioned, though the latter tends to subside by 10 PM.
• Room Temperature & Hot Water: A few guests have noted issues with the air conditioning not cooling sufficiently and showers not getting hot, or even being freezing cold, which management has acknowledged and is addressing.
• Lack of Workspace in Rooms: As previously mentioned, the absence of a dedicated workspace in rooms has been a minor point of criticism for those needing to work during their stay.
• Valet Incident: One isolated but significant complaint involved theft from an overnight valet parked truck, which the hotel management sincerely apologized for and committed to addressing with their valet partners.

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