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Our top choices for University Area hotels

Standard Double Room

Snob Hollow Inn

Snob Hollow Inn
2.0 star property
Bootlegger Cove, 6.1 km from University Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Quiet, great, friendly staff and a great location."
United States
Kraig
The price is AU$241
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Snob Hollow Inn
Terrace/patio

Bird Creek Motel

Bird Creek Motel
2.0 star property
31 km from University Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (510 reviews)
"The trim was so comfortable and we had 1000 plus tv channels to watch, the room was clean, staff was great! Over all one of the best places I have stayed and for such a great price!"
United States
Paula
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Bird Creek Motel
Exterior detail

Eagle River Lodge

Eagle River Lodge
3.0 star property
19.2 km from University Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (118 reviews)
"Great option in Eagle River!"
United States
Kristen
The price is AU$275
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Eagle River Lodge
Reception

Highliner Hotel

Highliner Hotel
2.0 star property
Bootlegger Cove, 6.1 km from University Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (126 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Darrian
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Highliner Hotel
Lobby

Sheraton Anchorage Hotel

Sheraton Anchorage Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Anchorage, 5.1 km from University Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (795 reviews)
"Staff was amazing and the room was super clean thanks !! "
United States
Felix
The price is AU$339
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Sheraton Anchorage Hotel
Lobby

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Eagle River/Anchorage Area

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Eagle River/Anchorage Area
2.0 star property
21 km from University Area
6.8 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
United States
Nadia
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Eagle River/Anchorage Area
Front of property

Highland Glen Lodge

Highland Glen Lodge
3.0 star property
8.8 km from University Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem!"
United States
Jonathon
The price is AU$395
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Highland Glen Lodge
Property grounds

Ingra House Hotel

Ingra House Hotel
2.0 star property
Fairview, 4.6 km from University Area
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (596 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the staff was friendly. "
United States
Hiroko
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Ingra House Hotel
Exterior

The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt

The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
3.0 star property
Downtown Anchorage, 5.6 km from University Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,015 reviews)
"Very clean good hotel"
Australia
Nikol
The price is AU$293
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
Lobby sitting area

Four Points by Sheraton Anchorage Downtown

Four Points by Sheraton Anchorage Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Anchorage, 5.4 km from University Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (559 reviews)
"The room was clean and bigger than I expected. The staff were all very friendly. The hotel was also close to the area where I had a meeting, so it was extremely convenient. "
United States
Larushka
The price is AU$227
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Four Points by Sheraton Anchorage Downtown
Bar (on property)

Historic Anchorage Hotel

Historic Anchorage Hotel
2.5 star property
Bootlegger Cove, 5.9 km from University Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (605 reviews)
"Everything was amazing. The staff was great. The room was clean. The hotel was really nice and the gift shop downstairs also amazing! "
United States
Nicholas
The price is AU$380
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Historic Anchorage Hotel
Private Apartment, 2 Bedroom, Full Kitchen, Ground Floor, Unit 1, Arctic Fox Vacation Rentals | Private kitchen

Arctic Fox Inn

Arctic Fox Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Anchorage, 5.4 km from University Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (755 reviews)
"The room was everything we needed and very comfortable"
United States
Suzanne
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Arctic Fox Inn
Lark St #101; Apartment with Kitchen, Queen Bed

Great North Lodging

Great North Lodging
3.0 star property
Campbell Park, 1.5 km from University Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Jeff was absolutely amazing. Super helpful and nice. Room was very clean and comfy. Will be booking here again in the future! "
United States
Darin
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Great North Lodging
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Marriott Anchorage Downtown

Marriott Anchorage Downtown
3.5 star property
Bootlegger Cove, 6 km from University Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (347 reviews)
"Super nice"
United States
David
The price is AU$456
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Marriott Anchorage Downtown
Exterior

Clarion Suites Anchorage Downtown

Clarion Suites Anchorage Downtown
2.5 star property
Bootlegger Cove, 6.2 km from University Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Would stay again "
Canada
RAYMOND
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Clarion Suites Anchorage Downtown
Fitness facility

The Lakefront Anchorage

The Lakefront Anchorage
3.5 star property
7.6 km from University Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,094 reviews)
"Great food & loved the room for the price!!"
United States
JR
The price is AU$244
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
The Lakefront Anchorage
Lounge

Aloft Anchorage

Aloft Anchorage
3.0 star property
Midtown Anchorage, 4.6 km from University Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (431 reviews)
"Room was very clean and staff was very courteous and friendly "
United States
Cheryl
The price is AU$240
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Aloft Anchorage
4 restaurants, breakfast served

Hotel Captain Cook

Hotel Captain Cook
4.0 star property
Bootlegger Cove, 6.2 km from University Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great Hotel"
United States
MICHAEL
Hotel Captain Cook
Living area

Anchors Way Inn

Anchors Way Inn
3.0 star property
Northeast Anchorage, 5.3 km from University Area
6.8 out of 10, (20 reviews)
"Nice big bed, staff was very friendly, and kept place very clean. I stayed here one week and was very happy. "
United States
Brian
The price is AU$284
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Anchors Way Inn
Sauna

Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage Downtown

Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown Anchorage, 5.2 km from University Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The room was reallly nice and the entire staff was the most helpful and pleasant. Made us feel like we were the most important guest they ha"
United States
Roy
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage Downtown
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Our guide on where to stay in University Area

Find the best University Area areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Anchorage showing street scenes

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.

Take advantage of Alaska’s particularly low population density (one person per square mile) and enjoy one of the last ski areas in North America where you can slay fresh tracks and have the mountain all to yourself. #BVSBlue
Photo by Rachael Gammon
Open Photo by Rachael Gammon

Alyeska

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

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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.

Chugach State Park showing mountains and snow

Hillside

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

You can come here to learn more about Captain Cook's Voyage (the park is named after his ship) or simply to enjoy the stunning views over the Cook Inlet and the "Sleeping Lady". On a clear day you can even see a glimpse of Mt. Denali. #LifeAtExpedia
Photo by Anne Dang
Open Photo by Anne Dang

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.

Top University Area Hotel Reviews

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek

8/10 Good
"N/A maybe get the elevator cleaned smells like pee everything else is good "
caitlin 5-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek

Frequently asked questions

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, The Last Frontier Lake House Lodge in Anchorage 3bdrm 2ba is one of the top choices based on our traveller data. Another good option for your stay in the neighbourhood is Charming studio on three acres with a back deck - close to university - dogs OK.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the University Area area?
Expedia has 48 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 University Lake Dog Park and Goose Lake 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.