3 properties join AAA's Four Diamond list

Three properties have been added to the list of Utah's Four Diamond Award-winning lodges and restaurants, according to AAA Utah. The state now has 15 Four Diamond-rated lodgings and 10 Four Diamond restaurants.

Zermatt Resort and Spa in Midway, Goldener Hirsch Inn in Park City and The Paris restaurant in Salt Lake City are the new Four Diamond properties.

Only 3 percent of the 60,000-plus AAA Diamond-rated lodgings and restaurants receive the Four Diamond Award. The Salt Lake City Marriott Downtown holds the record for Utah with its 28th consecutive award. Little America Hotel has received the Four Diamond Award for 24 consecutive years.

To earn the designation, lodgings must be upscale in all areas and offer guests a wide range of amenities.