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1. Puffin Inn of Anchorage

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
2.0 star property
Turnagain, 7.4 km from University Area
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3,796 reviews)
"Staff were excellent, rooms clean, a great place to stay!"
Canada
Wendy
The price is AED 436
AED 489 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Reception

2. Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
3.0 star property
Downtown Anchorage, 5.8 km from University Area
6.6 out of 10, (2,078 reviews)
"Great staff and price for last minute booking"
United States
Lilly
The price is AED 621
AED 696 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
2 restaurants; lunch and dinner served

3. The Lakefront Anchorage

The Lakefront Anchorage
3.5 star property
7.6 km from University Area
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (2,313 reviews)
"Great location with clean rooms and two good restaurants."
United States
Roger Douglas
The price is AED 915
AED 1,127 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sep - 19 Sep
The Lakefront Anchorage
Exterior

4. Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
3.0 star property
7.3 km from University Area
6.4 out of 10, (1,636 reviews)
"It's a nice hotel."
United States
Peixue
The price is AED 659
AED 738 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Property grounds

5. Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage North

Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage North
2.5 star property
Airport Heights Community Council, 3.1 km from University Area
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,017 reviews)
"Staff were great and pet friendly."
United States
Doris
The price is AED 384
AED 430 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sep - 19 Sep
Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage North
Property grounds

6. Ingra House Hotel

Ingra House Hotel
2.0 star property
Fairview, 4.6 km from University Area
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (666 reviews)
"Place and staff provided an excellent and affordable place to stay. Staff is very knowledgeable about the local area."
United States
Gerald
The price is AED 648
AED 767 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Ingra House Hotel
Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

7. Highliner Suites Hotel

Highliner Suites Hotel
2.0 star property
Fairview, 4.5 km from University Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (63 reviews)
"This a perfect spot if your in town for a short time. staff was super helpful and friendly"
United States
William
The price is AED 819
AED 918 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Highliner Suites Hotel
Exterior

8. 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, (1,202 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"
United States
charles
The price is AED 966
AED 1,082 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sep - 19 Sep
The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
Property grounds

9. Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown

Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
2.0 star property
Midtown Anchorage, 4.6 km from University Area
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,052 reviews)
"Great place to stay if traveling through Anchorage!"
United States
Marie
The price is AED 382
AED 428 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

10. Qupqugiaq Inn

Qupqugiaq Inn
2.0 star property
Midtown Anchorage, 5 km from University Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (912 reviews)
"Good place to stay!"
United States
Mayura
The price is AED 363
AED 406 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
Qupqugiaq Inn
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

11. Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport

Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport
2.5 star property
Spenard, 6.9 km from University Area
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,355 reviews)
"Perfect location near airport made it stress free coming in on a night flight."
United States
Carrie
The price is AED 479
AED 537 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sep - 19 Sep
Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

12. Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage Downtown

Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown Anchorage, 5.2 km from University Area
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (208 reviews)
"Really comfortable place to stay."
United States
Ann
The price is AED 690
AED 772 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sep - 18 Sep
Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage Downtown
Lobby

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport
3.0 star property
Spenard, 5.9 km from University Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,290 reviews)
"I highly recommend this hotel.The front desk staff is really friendly and welcoming.Breakfast is also excellent.The room is also nice and comfortable."
United States
MADHAVI
The price is AED 937
AED 1,050 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sep - 18 Sep
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport
Sports facility

14. Hyatt Place Anchorage Midtown

Hyatt Place Anchorage Midtown
3.0 star property
Midtown Anchorage, 4.4 km from University Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Very friendly staff."
United States
Susan
The price is AED 1,254
AED 1,404 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Hyatt Place Anchorage Midtown
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

15. Ramada by Wyndham Anchorage

Ramada by Wyndham Anchorage
2.5 star property
Downtown Anchorage, 5.5 km from University Area
5.8 out of 10, (1,016 reviews)
"Check in went smoothly - very nice for a night before a flight."
United States
Marina
The price is AED 613
AED 687 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
Ramada by Wyndham Anchorage
Dining

16. Merrill Field Inn

Merrill Field Inn
2.0 star property
4 km from University Area
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,023 reviews)
"Good value hotel for short stay."
Australia
Ian
The price is AED 614
AED 687 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Merrill Field Inn
Junior Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

17. Hotel Captain Cook

Hotel Captain Cook
4.0 star property
Bootlegger Cove, 6.2 km from University Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Very comfortable and clean, we were impressed by the service and the location. I would stay there again and would highly recommend."
Canada
Cynthia
The price is AED 1,911
AED 2,141 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hotel Captain Cook
Reception

18. Hilton Anchorage

Hilton Anchorage
3.5 star property
Bootlegger Cove, 5.9 km from University Area
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Excellent location for walking to many local activities and retailers!"
United States
Peter V
The price is AED 1,051
AED 1,177 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Hilton Anchorage
Property entrance

19. Coast Inn at Lake Hood

Coast Inn at Lake Hood
3.0 star property
8 km from University Area
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,117 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Quite and clean and great restaurant."
United States
ROBERT
The price is AED 939
AED 1,051 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Coast Inn at Lake Hood
Lobby

20. 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, (853 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Australia
Stacey
The price is AED 1,278
AED 1,432 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sep - 19 Sep
Sheraton Anchorage Hotel
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Where to stay in University Area

Find the best University Area areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
The exterior of the Anchorage Museum with a modern glass facade, a pedestrian pathway, and red flowering plants.

Downtown Anchorage

This central business district boasts some of Alaska's tallest buildings, such as the ConocoPhillips and Atwood Buildings, and offers cultural points of interest, shopping, dining, and nightlife attractions.

A ski lift with chairs ascending a snowy mountain slope.
Photo by Rachael Gammon
Open Photo by Rachael Gammon

Alyeska

While visiting Alyeska, you might make a stop by sights like Girdwood Town Square and Girdwood Park.

A city at night with a river, illuminated streets, and snow-capped mountains in the background.

Midtown Anchorage

Midtown Anchorage is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Cinemark Century Anchorage 16 while in the area.

A snow-covered mountain range with sharp peaks and deep valleys.

Hillside

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

A small seaplane with the registration number N756MP on a grassy area near a body of water, with mountains in the background.

Taku - Campbell

If you're spending some time in Taku - Campbell, Dimond Center and Campbell Creek Greenbelt Park are top sights worth seeing.

Top University Area Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown

Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown

10/10 Excellent
"the front desk was helpful in scheduling a shuttle ride to the airport. great location to airport and affordable on a vacation budget."
dana 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown

Frequently asked questions

What is University Area like?
Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Anchorage's University Area neighborhood. 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, Charming studio on three acres with a back deck - close to university - dogs OK is one of the top choices based on our traveler data.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the University Area area?
Expedia has 56 hotels and other accommodations 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, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in University Area.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to University Area?
For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to University Area, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What can I see and do in this Anchorage neighborhood?
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 neighborhood. 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.