800 South Guest House

*Self-check-in after 2PM *Free parking- we have a big parking lot *9 miles from airport *1 min from freeway *1-min walk from TRAX *In downtown

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TESTIMONIALS
ABOUT SELF-CHECK-IN
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*“This is really a cool hostel (guest house), the new creative check-in system is just like playing a treasure finding game! I think this place is even more than a hostel. It also trains you to self-discipline and resolve the problems independently. It is in a very convenient location and has complete equipment, including kitchen, laundry, WiFi and bicycle... you just can't miss such a cool place and a self test!”
Jacob Hsu,
Taichung, Taiwan

*'You're self check-in system is AMAZING. As I said, 90% of my time is spent away from home. If all hotels had this system in place, it would ease the weary traveller... It's also attractive for the business traveler too.'
George Fisher

Wyoming, USA

*'...I liked that we could check-in, even though we got there very late.'
Laura Dziorny
Maryland, USA

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USA TODAY ARTICLE
ABOUT SELF-CHECK-IN
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Source: 'Self-service hotel check-in to increase' By Jui Chakravorty, 2006 Reuters.

NEW YORK — Self-service kiosks in hotel lobbies, which let travelers bypass the front desk at check-in, will eventually help hotels stem rising labor costs by enabling them to serve guests with fewer staff.

Hilton was the first to launch the kiosks early last year. With 102 kiosks in 42 hotels, they have so far been 'very successful,' Hilton spokeswoman Kathy Shepard said.

Hotels have been introducing self-service check-in in large, urban areas that cater to business travelers, already comfortable with the convenience of express checkout. 'Clearly the business traveler is an earlier adapter of self service,' said Tom Conophy, chief technical officer at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, ... Sheraton, Westin, St. Regis and W Hotels.

If front desk staffing is cut back, those employees will likely be 'repurposed' into serving guests in other ways, Conophy said. 'We would look at staff we have now take on different roles, such as lobby ambassadors.'

Labor has been a growing issue for large U.S. hotels...

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HIGHLIGHTS
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* Free parking- we have a big parking lot
* TRAX (light rail) within walking distance (1-min walk)
* Quick access to the freeway (1-min drive)
* Location in downtown newly revitalized neighborhood
* New rooms (with latest technology)
* Quick check-in computer (anytime after 2PM for online bookings only, no walk-ins)
* 24-hour coin laundry with free dryer
* Dorms with fewer people (two or four beds)
* Disposable plates, cups, forks, etc. (more sanitary)
* Only guests with credit card or $50 deposit (more select clientele)

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CONDITIONS
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*ANYONE ARRIVING AFTER MIDNIGHT - must confirm their reservation details with the Guest House ahead of arrival.
*CREDIT CARD - The card you book the room with is the card we will charge the total amount due to secure the room. All major credit cards and USA debit cards accepted.
*DEBIT CARDS - By submitting your debit card as a method of payment you are authorizing an approval to be secured on your checking account for the amount of the booking including taxes and fees. The amount of the approval will be deducted (3 nights prior to your arrival) from your checking account and thus reduce your available balance.
*PAYPAL USERS - We don't accept Paypal.
*FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS IN ENGLISH - you need to be able to do your own self check-in.
* WORKING E-MAIL ACCOUNT REQUIRED - so we can e-mail you important check-in information.
* FELONS need not apply.
* ADULTS 18 years and over only.
* PETS - No pets allowed in this property (e-mail us for availability at another Guest House).

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LOCATION
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The property is close to all the city's major tourist attractions and all the ski resorts -
* 29 miles (47 km) from Park City,
* 22.5 miles (36.2 km) from Snowbird, and
* 42.7 miles (68.8 km) from Snowbasin.
* There are many restaurants, supermarkets, and coffee shops in the surrounding area.
800 South Guest House is located in downtown Salt Lake City and only -
* 1 minute walk to TRAX (train station)
* 9 miles (14.6 km) from the airport,
* 0.2 miles (0.4 km) from I-15 freeway,
* 0.4 miles (0.6 km) from bus #22 (every 15 minutes),
* 1.4 miles (2.3 km) from Temple Square (Mormon Temple) -
* 1.1 miles (1.8 km) from Salt Palace Convention Center,
* 1.3 miles (2.2 km) from Greyhound bus station,
* 1.3 miles (2.1 km) from Amtrak (railroad station), and
* 4.6 miles (7.5 km) from University of Utah (UofU).

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FULLY FURNISHED CORPORATE HOUSING RENTALS-JUST BRING YOUR SUITCASE
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* We can provide you with a clean, comfortable, and well-appointed home away from home. A great lodging alternative to rooms in hotels or motels. Go to our website for more pictures and testimonials.
* The building is new, fully automated, and modern with state-of-the-art technology (come see for yourself). The owner prefers to invest in the property instead of just taking money out of it. The building is warm; it uses radiant heating and has new double-paned windows.
* 800 South Guest House offers budget accommodation in a unique and home-like atmosphere. No curfew, chores, or lockouts. Very safe - the doors are always locked; you can only get into the building with a keyless entry code. This is not a youth hostel; 18 years and over are welcome.
* Free use of linen and blankets with any booking. For the convenience of all guests there are computers with free Internet access, cable TV, telephone with free local calls, private parking, keyless entry, washer and free dryer, refrigerator, and microwave.

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EXTRAS
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*$10 Bike tours.
* Bicycle rental $5 (no deposit required).
* Notebook Computer with WiFi; If you book a room for one week then you can rent a notebook computer along with your room. Please e-mail us asking for the notebook computer ($1/day extra). ***PROMOTION PRICE FOR 7 NIGHT BOOKINGS ONLY***

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ABOUT US
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* OUR MISSION STATEMENT: To achieve 100% customer satisfaction by listening to our customers and by exceeding their expectations; to offer budget prices for a nice home with added value; and to provide a clean, safe, modern, well-maintained building.
* INSPIRING QUOTE: 'When love and skill work together, expect a masterpiece.'
* We are also the owners of Camelot Guest House (1 mile away) and Jefferson Guest house (next door) - Please check for availability there, too.
* The owners, Arthur and Karla, improve their services by listening to guests' feedback. Arthur is graduated in engineering, advertising, and business. He has been in the rental business since the year 2000. Member of Salt Lake City Chamber of Commerce and Salt Palace Convention Center. Karla is a flight attendant for a major airline and travels all over the country.
Arthur speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish, and French. He has lived in or traveled to Mozambique, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Portugal, England, Spain, France, Czech Republic, and Germany.

Please note: 1) taxes and fees are not included in the price. 2) $5 charge for any bookings made after 4PM, declined credit cards, early arrivals (before 2PM), and booking change requests.

Directions

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FROM THE AIRPORT
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It takes about eight minutes by taxi from the Salt Lake
International Airport to 800 South Guest House (City Cab
(801) 363-5550, Ute Cab (801) 359-7788 and Yellow Cab
(801) 521-2100). The UTA Bus #50 from the international
airport to Salt Lake City runs every 30 minutes Monday
thru Friday 6:18am until 11:36pm (Call 1-888- RIDE-UTA
(801-743-3882) from 6am to 7pm or www.rideuta.com).

If driving:
(1) Take the Airport Road to I-80 East.
(2) Travel I-80 towards downtown.
(3) Get off on 600 South exit.
(4) Turn right on 300 West, then turn left on 800 South.
(5) After you pass 200 West, 800 South Guest House is the 2nd
yellow-blue house on the right side.
(6) Only park in front of the building on 800 South
street (not on the driveway).

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FROM I-15 FREEWAY
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If you are coming from the South:
(1) Get off on 900 South Exit,
(2) Turn left on 800 South (at the 7 Eleven gas station).
(3) 800 South Guest House is the 4th yellow-blue house on the
left side.
(4) Only park in front of the building on 800 South street
(not on the driveway).

If you are coming from the North:
(1) Get off on 600 South Exit,
(2) Turn right on 300 West, then turn left on 800 South.
(3) After you pass 200 West, 800 South Guest House is the 2nd
yellow-blue house on the right side.
(4) Only park in front of the building on 800 South
street (not on the driveway).

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FROM I-80 FREEWAY
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If you are coming from the East:
(coming from Park City, Wyoming, etc.)
(1) At exit 124, turn off onto Ramp towards US-89/
State St. / So. Salt Lake
(2) Turn RIGHT (North) onto US-89 [S State St]
(3) Turn LEFT (West) onto (E) 800 South (at the 7
Eleven gas

Facilities

Internet Access, Linen Included, Towels, Security Lockers, Luggage Storage, Guest Kitchen, Travel Desk/Travel Info, Common Room, Free Carpark, Non Smoking, WiFi in lobby, WiFi in room, Air Conditioning