University Area, AK

Anchorage

Photo by Kaitlin Powers-Engdahl
Photo by Kaitlin Powers-Engdahl
Photo by Elaina Monte
Photo by Elaina Monte

Popular places to visit

Anchorage

Alyeska Ski Resort

4.5/5(136 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Anchorage with a visit to Alyeska Ski Resort. Discover the area's mountain views and top-notch restaurants.

Alyeska Ski Resort
Kenai Peninsula which includes a bay or harbor and mountains

Prince William Sound

4.5/5(156 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Prince William Sound during your travels in Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.

Prince William Sound
Chugach State Park showing mountains, a river or creek and snow

Chugach State Park

4.5/5(259 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Chugach State Park and enjoy the hiking trails in Anchorage. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Chugach State Park
Moose on the loose! Take a hike near the airport in Anchorage and you likely will see a moose or two. Kincaid Park is a true gem.

Kincaid Park

4.5/5(175 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Kincaid Park and enjoy the hiking trails in Anchorage. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Kincaid Park
Anchorage which includes street scenes

Anchorage Museum

4.5/5(164 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Anchorage Museum in Anchorage. Discover the area's fascinating museums, or seek out its hiking trails.

Anchorage Museum
Alaska Native Heritage Center showing a statue or sculpture

Alaska Native Heritage Center

4.5/5(92 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Alaska Native Heritage Center in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.

Alaska Native Heritage Center

University Area Hotel Deals

Cozy open concept top floor apartment in UMed District close to UAA.
Cozy open concept top floor apartment in UMed District close to UAA.
Anchorage
The price is SAR 281 per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
SAR 281
SAR 829 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Stay at this apartment in Anchorage. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Alaska Airlines Center and Goose Lake Park are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (26 reviews)
Convenient, Clean and Quiet
"I stayed here for three days. It was conveniently located within 1.5 miles of my seminars. The host was very responsive to any questions that I had. Cost was better than competitive. Was so happy that I went with a VRBO when I listened to the complaints of other attendees who stayed in hotels. Will ..."

Reviewed on 20 January 2025

Cozy open concept top floor apartment in UMed District close to UAA.
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
2 out of 5
4400 Spenard Rd, Anchorage, AK
The price is SAR 334 per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
SAR 334
SAR 374 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,573 reviews)
"I have had to travel to Anchorage a lot from the village where I live. On this last trip, I was stuck in ANC due to bad weather in the village. I have been treated very well by Puffin Inn, and the staff have been wonderful and will keep me a returning customer."

Reviewed on 10 February 2025

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
The Lakefront Anchorage
The Lakefront Anchorage
3.5 out of 5
4800 Spenard Road, Anchorage, AK
The price is SAR 574 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
SAR 574
SAR 727 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,691 reviews)
"Everything was great."

Reviewed on 4 February 2025

The Lakefront Anchorage
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
2.5 out of 5
111 W Ship Creek Ave, Anchorage, AK
The price is SAR 395 per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
SAR 395
SAR 443 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.8/10 (1,267 reviews)
"Staff"

Reviewed on 10 February 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport
2.5 out of 5
3501 Minnesota Dr and W 36th Ave, Anchorage, AK
The price is SAR 459 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
SAR 459
SAR 514 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
A great place to stay
"This is always a great place to stay. Great room and comfortable bed"

Reviewed on 11 February 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport
Aviator Hotel Anchorage
Aviator Hotel Anchorage
3 out of 5
239 West 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK
The price is SAR 601 per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
SAR 601
SAR 673 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (363 reviews)
Just remodeled
"Just remodeled, very clean, quite and good location. The parking is a little tricky as they are still working on the parking lot and entrances."

Reviewed on 8 February 2025

Aviator Hotel Anchorage
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Other neighborhoods around University Area

Alaska Botanical Garden showing wildflowers

Campbell Park

4/5(7 area reviews)

While visiting Campbell Park, you might make a stop by sights like Alaska Botanical Garden and Far North Bicentennial Park.

Campbell Park
Landing in Anchorage after a flight over the glaciers.

Airport Heights Community Council

4/5(102 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Airport Heights Community Council, Chester Creek Greenbelt Park and Goose Lake Park are top sights worth seeing.

Airport Heights Community Council
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Rogers Park

4/5(60 area reviews)

Visitors to Rogers Park enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Chester Creek Greenbelt Park is worth a stop.

Rogers Park
A state champ and MVP. Kodiak Lady Bears go 27-0

Fairview

If you're spending some time in Fairview, Sullivan Arena and Anchorage Football Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Fairview
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Midtown Anchorage

4/5(784 area reviews)

Midtown Anchorage is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Arctic Benson Park while in the area.

Midtown Anchorage
Alaska Native Heritage Center featuring performance art and interior views

Northeast Anchorage

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Northeast Anchorage, Alaska Native Heritage Center and Cook Inlet are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Anchorage

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