University Area Travel Guide
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Our pick of the best University Area Hotel Deals

Charming studio on three acres with a back deck - close to university - dogs OK
"Very lovely, quiet, and a great collection of books. The shower was deceptively large, and the bed very comfortable. We had a wonderful stay, woke up, and enjoyed a walk to the creek to enjoy the smells of the spring tree buds. This is an ideal location, very quiet for Anchorage. We will recommend ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
"Very clean and professional. Easy parking"
Reviewed on 18 June 2026

The Lakefront Anchorage
"The hotel was good with beautiful lake behind it. However, they were short of staff with servicing and ran out of amenities a few days while we were there."
Reviewed on 17 June 2026

Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
"Bottled water sold out in every vending machine"
Reviewed on 17 June 2026

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
"It was a interested stay, our first room had a weird smell to it. We were awakened at 5am to neighbors playing loud music. Multiple people knock on their door and the front desk called the room. All things we could also hear. The toilet kept getting clogged. We changed rooms, but not without getting ..."
Reviewed on 16 June 2026

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
"The staff at reception lack a sense of urgency and are not friendly."
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
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Our guide on 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 Historic City Hall and Log Cabin Visitor Information Center.

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.

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

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

Sand Lake
If you're spending some time in Sand Lake, Jewel Lake and Kincaid Park are top sights worth seeing.



















