University Area, AK
Anchorage
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Popular places to visit
University of Alaska - Anchorage
Walk around the campus at University of Alaska - Anchorage as part of your travels around Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Alyeska Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Anchorage with a visit to Alyeska Ski Resort. Discover the area's mountain views and top-notch restaurants.
Alaska Native Heritage Center
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Alaska Native Heritage Center in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Port of Anchorage
Explore the waterfront of Port of Anchorage and enjoy activities such as hiking in Anchorage. Stroll along the area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.
Anchorage Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Anchorage Museum in Anchorage. Discover the area's fascinating museums, or seek out its hiking trails.
Chugach State Park
Enjoy a trip to Chugach State Park and popular activities like hiking in Anchorage. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
University Area Hotel Deals
Charming studio on three acres with a back deck - close to university - dogs OK
"For the first time ever after paying for the unit, I received an email that required verification of my identity which required a photo of the front and back of my drivers license. This is an difficult process requiring me to take a picture of my license and send it in which had to be attempted several ..."
Reviewed on 3 March 2026
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
"We stayed 1 night after flying in for a trip. This is a great value stay. The place was clean, there's a very good seafood restaurant across the street along with other typical options. Loved the free on- call shuttle. Very good selection of foods for breakfast."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
"Extremely rude staff and on top of that barely any staff working at this hotel. Check in line stretched back to front door and took me over 45 minutes to check in. Trash cans overflowing in lobby. No staff seemed to care about anything. Hallways smelled bad. Hotel felt old and not maintained well ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
"Free shuttle from airport awesome"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
"Was put in a different room than I asked for"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
"No"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighborhoods around University Area
Campbell Park
While Campbell Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Alaska Airlines Center and Alaska Botanical Garden.
Airport Heights Community Council
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Airport Heights Community Council and surrounding area, you can visit Alaska Airlines Center and Anchorage Museum.
Rogers Park
Visitors to Rogers Park enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Chester Creek Greenbelt Park is worth a stop.
Northeast Anchorage
If you're spending some time in Northeast Anchorage, Cook Inlet and Nunaka Valley South Park are top sights worth seeing.
Fairview
If you're spending some time in Fairview, Mulcahy Stadium and Anchorage Football Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown Anchorage
Midtown Anchorage is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Wells Fargo Alaska Heritage Library and Museum and Arctic Benson Park while in the area.
