University Area Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Activities


Our pick of the best University Area Hotel Deals

Charming studio on three acres with a back deck - close to university - dogs OK
Charming studio on three acres with a back deck - close to university - dogs OK
Anchorage
The price is AU$369 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$369
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this apartment in Anchorage. Enjoy a garden, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Port of Anchorage and Alaska Airlines Center are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (21 reviews)
Hidden Gem in Anchorage
"This wonderful spacious place on a large lot with wooded backyard is comfortable and cosy. The place is stocked with books, has a very comfortable bed and nice seating. It offered everything we needed for our 8 day stay. The kitchenette is very small, but sufficient if you are not planning on cooking ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct. 2024

Charming studio on three acres with a back deck - close to university - dogs OK
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
2 out of 5
4400 Spenard Rd, Anchorage, AK
The price is AU$143 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$143
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
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! (2,631 reviews)
"The only thing I didnt like was the broken A/C when we got to our room. Other than that it was excellent."

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2025

Puffin Inn of 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 AU$194 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
AU$194
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
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 (1,326 reviews)
"Employees are fabulous- friendly and helpful. Property is a little run down"

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
Westmark Anchorage Hotel
Westmark Anchorage Hotel
3 out of 5
720 West 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"nice property didn't like the one way streets"

Reviewed on 14 Oct. 2024

Westmark Anchorage Hotel
Aviator Hotel Anchorage
Aviator Hotel Anchorage
3 out of 5
239 West 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK
The price is AU$242 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$242
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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! (407 reviews)
"The newly renovated rooms are really adorable and very comfortable especially if you’re traveling for business. I found the staff to be remarkable!! They were so helpful, kind and welcoming that I honestly will refer this hotel to anyone traveling to Anchorage. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and hope ..."

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2025

Aviator Hotel Anchorage
The Lakefront Anchorage
The Lakefront Anchorage
3.5 out of 5
4800 Spenard Road, Anchorage, AK
The price is AU$309 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$309
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
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! (1,716 reviews)
"Breakfast not included in the overall price. Airport shuttle was convenient. Lake side patio needed a clean up."

Reviewed on 17 Mar. 2025

The Lakefront Anchorage
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around University Area

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Campbell Park

Though Campbell Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Alaska Airlines Center and Alaska Botanical Garden.

Campbell Park
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Airport Heights Community Council

3/5(3 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Airport Heights Community Council, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sullivan Arena and Alaska Airlines Center.

Airport Heights Community Council
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Rogers Park

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
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Fairview

While visiting Fairview, you might make a stop by sights like Sullivan Arena and Ben Boeke Ice Rink.

Fairview
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Midtown Anchorage

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

Travellers come to Midtown Anchorage for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Wells Fargo History Museum while you're in town.

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

Northeast Anchorage

While visiting Northeast Anchorage, you might make a stop by sights like Alaska Native Heritage Center and Cook Inlet.

Northeast Anchorage

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