What is University Area like?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Anchorage's University Area neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Alaska Airlines Center as part of your University Area travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in University Area?

For your stay in University Area, Charming studio on three acres with a back deck - close to university - dogs OK is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the University Area area?

Expedia has 56 hotels and other accommodation options in University Area to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Anchorage area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in University Area.

What can I see and do in this Anchorage neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of University Area with a visit to Goose Lake Park and University Lake Dog Park. A visit to Alaska Airlines Center is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Nunaka Valley South Park, Mann Leiser Memorial Greenhouses and Chester Creek Greenbelt Park are just a few of the places to visit in and around University Area. While you're out sightseeing, Alaska Botanical Garden and Regal Totem are a couple of additional sights to visit in Anchorage.

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A room with a wooden desk, a red chair, a fireplace, and a large window.

1. Anchorage Studio Bordering an Active Salmon Stream

University Area

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern kitchen with wooden beams, a long counter with various appliances, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Anchorage Midtown

Rogers Park, 3.3 km from University Area

Mark

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A multi-story building with a covered entrance and brick pillars.

3. Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage North

Airport Heights Community Council, 3.1 km from University Area

Craig

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

4. My Place Hotel - Anchorage, AK

Midtown Anchorage, 3.6 km from University Area

John

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A stone fireplace with a wooden mantel, surrounded by a stone wall and a wooden floor.

5. Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek

Downtown Anchorage, 5.8 km from University Area

Kenneth

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious living area with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining table. There is a large window with a view of trees, and the room has a modern design with a patterned carpet.

6. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Anchorage

Midtown Anchorage, 4.7 km from University Area

Steve

includes taxes & fees

3 Dec - 4 Dec

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a lamp, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

7. Highliner Suites Hotel

Fairview, 4.5 km from University Area

Kevin

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a seating area with patterned chairs.

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport

Spenard, 5.9 km from University Area

Turak

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, and ottomans, featuring geometric patterned rugs and a large abstract painting.

9. Aloft by Marriott Anchorage

Midtown Anchorage, 4.6 km from University Area

Lindsey C

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A large whale tail sculpture in a lobby with a stone wall and a reception desk.

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton Anchorage

Midtown Anchorage, 3.7 km from University Area

Danielle

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a geometric-patterned headboard.

11. SpringHill Suites Anchorage Midtown

Midtown Anchorage, 4.3 km from University Area

Dan

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, blue poolside chairs, and a tiled floor.

12. Hampton Inn Anchorage

Midtown Anchorage, 4.8 km from University Area

Herbert

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern building with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a well-maintained garden.

13. Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport

7.3 km from University Area

Charles

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A modern conference room with a wooden table, grey chairs, a potted plant, and large windows offering a view of the street.

14. Towneplace Suites Anchorage Midtown

Midtown Anchorage, 3.8 km from University Area

Daryl

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a stone facade.

15. Hyatt Place Anchorage Midtown

Midtown Anchorage, 4.4 km from University Area

Ye

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a dining area, sofas, and a fireplace.

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Anchorage

Midtown Anchorage, 4.6 km from University Area

Donna

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A wooden platter with various fried foods, including chicken wings, fish, and vegetables.

17. Merrill Field Inn

4 km from University Area

Steven

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a clock on the wall.

18. Crowne Plaza Anchorage Midtown by IHG

Midtown Anchorage, 4.7 km from University Area

Ayumi

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

An outdoor seating area with stone fire pit, cushioned sofas, and string lights.

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Anchorage / Midtown

Midtown Anchorage, 4.6 km from University Area

Timothy

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel with a prominent 'Clarion Suites' sign, a covered entrance, and a landscaped area with shrubs.

20. Clarion Suites Anchorage Downtown

Bootlegger Cove, 6.2 km from University Area

Stewart

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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Where to stay in University Area

Find the best University Area areas for the activities you enjoy most.

The exterior of the Anchorage Museum with a modern glass facade, a pedestrian pathway, and red flowering plants.

Downtown Anchorage

Downtown Anchorage is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Anchorage Alaska Public Lands Information Center and Anchorage 5th Avenue Mall.

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A cable car system, a wooden building, and snow-capped mountains.

Alyeska

If you're spending some time in Alyeska, Girdwood Center for Visual Arts and Girdwood Town Square are top sights worth seeing.

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A city at night with a river, illuminated streets, and snow-capped mountains in the background.

Midtown Anchorage

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 Alaska Heritage Library and Museum while you're in town.

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A wooden bridge over a calm river with grassy banks and mountains in the background.

Hillside

While visiting Hillside, you might make a stop by sights like Alaska Zoo and Anchorage Golf Course.

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A sunset over a wetland with a small stream and distant mountains.

Bootlegger Cove

If you're spending some time in Bootlegger Cove, Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and Anchorage Alaska Public Lands Information Center are top sights worth seeing.

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Top University Area Hotel Reviews

Puffin Inn of Anchorage

10/10 Excellent

"El personal es muy amable, la habitación muy cómoda, además, tienen transporte al aeropuerto muy puntual."

Newly Updated- Top Floor- Bona Nook #5

10/10 Excellent

"The place was clean and was as pictured. Had every thing in the kitchen that i needed or would have needed if my stay was longer. Parking was easy. Only problem wasone of the nights the people below me who woke me up being loud. I was thankful the issue was taken care of. I hope to stay there again."

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Our top choices for University Area hotels

1. Anchorage Studio Bordering an Active Salmon Stream

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Anchorage Midtown

3. Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage North

4. My Place Hotel - Anchorage, AK

5. Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek

6. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Anchorage

7. Highliner Suites Hotel

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport

9. Aloft by Marriott Anchorage

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton Anchorage

11. SpringHill Suites Anchorage Midtown

12. Hampton Inn Anchorage

13. Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport

14. Towneplace Suites Anchorage Midtown

15. Hyatt Place Anchorage Midtown

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Anchorage

17. Merrill Field Inn

18. Crowne Plaza Anchorage Midtown by IHG

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Anchorage / Midtown

20. Clarion Suites Anchorage Downtown

Where to stay in University Area

Downtown Anchorage

Alyeska

Midtown Anchorage

Hillside

Bootlegger Cove

Top University Area Hotel Reviews

Puffin Inn of Anchorage

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