University Area Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A mountain range with snow-capped peaks, a reflective lake, and autumn-colored vegetation.
A snowy mountain slope with two skiers descending.

Stay near popular University Area attractions


Our pick of the best University Area Hotel Deals

Puffin Inn of Anchorage

Puffin Inn of Anchorage

2 out of 5
4400 Spenard Rd Anchorage AK
The price is NZ$495 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$495
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,636 reviews)
"Room was freshly remodeled. Just didn’t realize it was a micro-room. So small that the bathroom sink was next to the bed instead of in the bathroom. I travel for work very regularly. Considering the space they had to work with, they did a pretty good job. It was at least 30% less money than my normal ..."

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
The Lakefront Anchorage

The Lakefront Anchorage

3.5 out of 5
4800 Spenard Road Anchorage AK
The price is NZ$834 per night from 30 June to 1 July
NZ$834
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,223 reviews)
"We arrived later in the evening. The woman at the front desk checked us in and told me that I would love the room she had assigned us. The room was a multi-purpose room. It appears that is doubles as a reception room. There were double doors to enter the room and upon opening them, there was a very ..."

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

The Lakefront Anchorage
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek

3 out of 5
111 W Ship Creek Ave Anchorage AK
The price is NZ$594 per night from 30 June to 1 July
NZ$594
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
6.6/10 (1,969 reviews)
"Location was great as it was within walking distance to the railroad station and downtown. It’s also close to the River walk. Staff was very helpful."

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown

Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown

2 out of 5
5000 A Street Anchorage AK
The price is NZ$411 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$411
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Anchorage. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,033 reviews)
"Decent hotel, a little shabby, coffee but no type of breakfast. Great staff. Good location close to the airport and restaurants, plenty of parking."

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport

3 out of 5
4411 Spenard Rd Anchorage AK
The price is NZ$495 per night from 30 June to 1 July
NZ$495
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
6.6/10 (1,510 reviews)
"Very friendly"

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Ramada by Wyndham Anchorage

Ramada by Wyndham Anchorage

2.5 out of 5
115 East 3rd Ave Anchorage AK
The price is NZ$419 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$419
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions The Rooftop and Alaska State Troopers ...
5.6/10 (1,008 reviews)
"The staff was very accommodating. We were pleased that a shuttle to the airport was included. Breakfast was pretty good."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Ramada by Wyndham 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.

Our guide on where to stay in University Area

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

Downtown Anchorage

Downtown Anchorage is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Log Cabin Visitor Information Center and Anchorage Alaska Public Lands Information Center.

Midtown Anchorage

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

Alyeska

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

Hillside

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

Spenard

Abundant dining options and lake views are well-reviewed features of Spenard. Make a stop by top sights like Arctic Benson Park while you're exploring the area.



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