North Star
Anchorage

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Popular places to visit

Alyeska Ski Resort
Be thrilled with high-speed winter activity while skiing the Chugach Mountains at this resort. Enjoy year-round attractions and astonishing views.

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.

Alaska Native Heritage Center
Go on a dog team ride and meet the racers and husky pups, as you learn about the many groups of Alaskan Natives.

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.

Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.

Anchorage Museum
One of the largest museums in Alaska is also one of its best, telling the stories of Alaska Native cultures and displaying artworks from this stunning state.
Things to do

Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour

Alaska Helicopter Glacier Landing Tour — Anchorage Area (1 Hour)

Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket

Wildlife Center with Lunch and Local Beer Sampling

Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting

Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour
Top hotels in North Star

Creekwood Inn
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Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Staff never answer the phone and were very rude upon check in.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026

The Lakefront Anchorage
The room was great, but please hire more staff. It took us 2 hrs to be served our food in the restaurant. One person was in charge of everything, which was no fault of their own. At breakfast the coffee ran out & it took way too long to bring more. Once again one server was in charge of cleaning ...
Reviewed on May 12, 2026

Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
Lots of trash and cigarette butts in the parking lot otherwise a nice day A little maintenance would be nice
Reviewed on May 11, 2026

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
You know there was hardly any breakfast food because they were apparently understaffed, on Mother’s Day all you could have was toast!!! The housekeeping did not come AT ALL even though we were there for three nights!! I had to go down and ask for garbage bags and more towels and put our dirty ones ...
Reviewed on May 12, 2026

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Smells musty and looks dirty No hot water for showing
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Star

South Addition
If you're spending some time in South Addition, Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and Oscar Anderson House Museum 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.

Spenard
Abundant dining options and lake views are well-reviewed features of Spenard. Make a stop by top sights like Arctic Benson Park while you're exploring the area.

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 Arctic Benson Park while in the area.

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.

Downtown Anchorage
Travelers to Downtown Anchorage praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Anchorage Historic City Hall and Log Cabin Visitor Information Center.
