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
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
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

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 AED 275 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
AED 275
AED 812 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 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 AED 327 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
AED 327
AED 366 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 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 ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,588 reviews)
"Facility itself was clean inside staff was excellent, but outside was dirty, garage all over, dumpsters overflowing."

Reviewed on 16 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 AED 551 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
AED 551
AED 699 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
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! (1,643 reviews)
"The LakeFront’s location is conveniently in proximity to Ted Stevens Int’l airport as well as the freeway either heading North or South. Also, the restaurant on site offers, apart from friendly waitresses and good food/drink, amazing views overlooking LakeHood. The rooms are clean and spacious. It’s ..."

Reviewed on 13 February 2025

The Lakefront Anchorage
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 AED 465 per night from Feb 19 to Feb 20
AED 465
AED 521 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 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! (1,004 reviews)
"Very clean and adequate size rooms. Friendly staff. Landlocked with no easy access to food. Had to door dash"

Reviewed on 13 February 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport
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 AED 365 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
AED 365
AED 409 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 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 (1,278 reviews)
"Breakfast was good but 1st floor there were mice in the rooms!"

Reviewed on 15 February 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
Aviator Hotel Anchorage
Aviator Hotel Anchorage
3 out of 5
239 West 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 622 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
AED 622
AED 697 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 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! (344 reviews)
"New, very cosy, and clean hotel. Love the decor of the rooms and service was very good."

Reviewed on 16 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 Arctic Benson Park and Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch 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

University Area, AK

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