University Area Travel Guide
Anchorage
Visit University Area
Stay near popular University Area attractions
Things to do
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Seward Round-Trip Same Day Return
Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Seward One Way
Top hotels in University Area
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
"Nice clean room, shuttle was useful, and staff was friendly."
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
"Service was good. The rooms could use some updating."
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport
"Had an off site freezer we could put frozen fish in. Had shuttle to and from airport"
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
Coast Inn at Lake Hood
Where to stay in University Area
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.
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 Cinemark Century Anchorage 16 while you're in town.
Alyeska
If you're spending some time in Alyeska, Girdwood Center for Visual Arts 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
Spenard is well liked for many features, particularly its shopping, restaurants and lake views. Though there may not be top sights in Spenard, consider stopping by Sullivan Arena or Anchorage Football Stadium, located nearby.
