University Area Travel Guide
Anchorage


Visit University Area
Stay near popular University Area attractions
Things to do

Whittier Cruise Transfer with Wildlife&Glacier tour to Anchorage

Anchorage Trolley's 1-Hour City Tour

PRISTINE - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience in Anchorage

Sled Dog Ride and Scenic Drive from Anchorage

Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket

Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Top hotels in University Area

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
"Economical for early morning flights as right by airport. Heat was not working. Outside entry made it a bit creepy with people yelling outside at night. Glad my husband was with me. Would not want to be a single woman staying alone here."
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

The Lakefront Anchorage

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
"The remote didn’t have batteries and the phone in the room didn’t have a cord connected to the wall. The staff was nice and helped me quickly."
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport

Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage North
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 5th Avenue Mall and Anchorage Museum.

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

Alyeska
If you're spending some time in Alyeska, Winner Creek Trailhead 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 Alaska Center for the Performing Arts, located nearby.

















