Hillside Travel Guide
Anchorage
Popular places to visit
Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.
Alaska Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who live at Alaska Zoo during your travels in Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Alaska Botanical Garden
Relish the views of the countryside from the nature path and inspect the garden landscapes of the early 20th century.
Potter's Marsh Bird Sanctuary
Explore the lovely green spaces of Potter's Marsh Bird Sanctuary and enjoy the hiking trails in Anchorage. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Alaska - Anchorage during your visit to Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Things to do
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Seward Round-Trip Same Day Return
Summer - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage
Wildlife Center with Lunch and Local Beer Sampling
Top hotels in Hillside
Great North Lodging
"Great stay. Very clean and quiet neighborhood. Would deffinately recommend."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Highland Glen Lodge
"From the easy check in to the breakfast in the morning, everything was perfect. We were in Room 2 and the bed and pillows were the most comfortable I have experienced away from home. I haven't slept that well in days. Thank you for a wonderful stay!"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Maria's Creekside B&B
"Rooms were spacious and very clean, breakfast was also tasty!"
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
"We checked in late. The gal that helped us was friendly and had a great attitude. She was helping older people that couldn't find their room and smiling the whole time."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
"This is an old hotel and so our room lacked outlets and charging ports, especially near the bed where you need them the most. It had great room-darkening drapes, though. The front-desk staff were not the friendliest or most helpful, but the shuttle drivers were very helpful. The restaurant is terrible ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
"Priced reasonable compared to others but their are not many amenities. There was not shampoo or a hair dryer in the room. You have to go to the front desk to ask for them. Never had to do that before. Staff was pleasant. No breakfast but they do offer coffee until noon."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillside
Abbott Loop
If you're spending some time in Abbott Loop, Anchorage Golf Course and Alaska Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Old Seward - Oceanview
While there might not be top attractions in Old Seward - Oceanview, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tanglewood Lakes Golf Club and H2Oasis Indoor Waterpark.
Campbell Park
Though Campbell Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Alaska Airlines Center and Alaska Botanical Garden.
Bayshore - Klatt
If you're spending some time in Bayshore - Klatt, Dimond Center and Campbell Lake are top sights worth seeing.
Taku - Campbell
While visiting Taku - Campbell, you might make a stop by sights like Dimond Center and Campbell Creek Greenbelt Park.
University Area
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in University Area and surrounding area, you can visit Alaska Airlines Center and Nunaka Valley South Park.
