Title: Visit University Place: Best of University Place Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in University Place](https://expedia.ca/University-Place-Hotels.d6146135.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in University Place](https://expedia.ca/University-Place-Vacation-Rentals.d6146135.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to University Place](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-University-Place.d6146135.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in University Place](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-University-Place.d6146135.Travel-Guide-Activities)[University Place Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-University-Place.d6146135.Car-Rental-Guide)[University Place Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/University-Place.d6146135.Destination-Travel-Guides) # University Place ## Travel Guide ![Chambers Bay Golf Course in University City, Washington, venue of US Open 2015](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6146135/14c70e2f-8377-4c66-8055-ab9e77921cd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chambers Bay Golf Course in University City, Washington, venue of US Open 2015](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6146135/14c70e2f-8377-4c66-8055-ab9e77921cd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chambers Bay Golf Course in University City, Washington, venue of US Open 2015](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6146135/92a8cff9-73c9-4c26-bcfd-b20a0a39ca0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Scenic view of Chambers Bay Golf Course during sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6146135/10ef3eef-d4f8-4874-bc45-02937ed0b3dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A nice view of the water and golf course. Most people were at the park to visit the playground or enjoy the walking/running path.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6146135/e8f61b82-28a2-433d-b1cf-a553ca949dac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit University Place Things to do - University Place Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in University Place ![Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/460000/459910/40b5b23c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA 3100 South 192nd Street SeaTac WA CA $138 CA $158 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (6,513 reviews) Room very clean , staff all very friendly and nice loved the breakfast and coofee and snacks Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=459910&PinnedHotelID=459910&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6146135) ![Coast Gateway Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28700/28646/a3a9daff_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Coast Gateway Hotel 18415 International Blvd SeaTac WA CA $132 CA $152 total Feb 12 - Feb 13 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,877 reviews) Staff was great. Room was very comfortable Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=28646&PinnedHotelID=28646&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6146135) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1900/1833/cc607e5c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport 18740 International Boulevard SeaTac WA CA $133 CA $153 total Feb 11 - Feb 12 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 7.8/10 Good! (2,842 reviews) The room was very nice very clean no complaints even got to see a family of raccoons out on the balcony Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=1833&PinnedHotelID=1833&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6146135) [See all 1,786 properties in University Place](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6146135) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Nestled in the charming University Place, our cozy house is a perfect retreat! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112230000/112221400/112221324/dddfa8ea_edited_7ca4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nestled in the charming University Place, our cozy house is a perfect retreat! University Place WA Stay at this vacation home in Tacoma. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tacoma Dome and Narrows Plaza Bowl are located nearby. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews) Nice cozy house and great coffee selction Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Tacoma-Hotels-Nestled-In-The-Charming-University-Place.h112221324.Hotel-Information) ![Secret Island Beachfront Escape. Hot Tub, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Sunsets, ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27320000/27314300/27314286/81646ec7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Secret Island Beachfront Escape. Hot Tub, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Sunsets, Lakebay WA Book a stay at this beach cabin in Lakebay. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions McMicken Island State Park and Harstine ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (119 reviews) Superbly excellent stay! My family and I had so much fun and made so many wonderful memories! Our host Alicia was very helpful and responded to our queries swiftly! Nothing but good vibes and would definitely stay there again! Thank you so much! Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Lakebay-Hotels-Secret-Island-Beachfront-Escape-Hot-Tub.h27314286.Hotel-Information) ![Anderson Island Luxury Beach Home. Kayak, HotTub, Paddle Board, Beachfront, View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30045700/30045648/156b6581_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Anderson Island Luxury Beach Home. Kayak, HotTub, Paddle Board, Beachfront, View Anderson Island WA Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Anderson Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Lyle Point and The Home Course ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews) The views are amazing and are definitely the crown jewel of this rental! Not many options for getting out on foot or going on pleasant walks from the house itself, but we were here for a work retreat so it was just nice to have the views from the living room as we were working and from the hot ... Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Anderson-Island-Hotels-Anderson-Island-Luxury-Beach-Home-Kayak.h30045648.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in University Place](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6146135&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check University Place hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6146135&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[Feb 9 - Feb 10](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6146135&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6146135&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[Feb 10 - Feb 11](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6146135&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6146135&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6146135&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6146135&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6146135&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Aerial View of Downtown Tacoma Washington and The Port Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083831/d5fb2ceb-242f-4071-9584-f3097f1c137f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tacoma Dome Catch an event at Tacoma Dome during your trip to Tacoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its great live music. [](https://expedia.ca/Tacoma-Dome-Tacoma.d6083831.Vacation-Attraction) ![Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium which includes marine life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083821/08b3384c-57fe-4032-94cb-29a1f5642abd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium Visit a red wolf habitat, watch polar bears swim and see elephants in a simulated forest environment at this unique zoo and aquarium. [](https://expedia.ca/Point-Defiance-Zoo-And-Aquarium-West-End.d6083821.Vacation-Attraction) ![aerial carnival ride with swings](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6093375/ab88faa6-c671-49ce-8d8b-ad8eaa41e95e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Washington State Fair Events Center Enjoy a stop at Washington State Fair Events Center, an entertaining place to visit in Puyallup. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music. [](https://expedia.ca/Puyallup-Fairgrounds-Tacoma.d6093375.Vacation-Attraction) ![#Trovember #Food](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10430/d39e05f9-6fc9-458d-b553-186daf25e606.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tacoma Mall You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Tacoma Mall during your trip to Tacoma. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Tacoma-Mall-South-Tacoma.d6140902.Vacation-Attraction) ![Point Defiance Park featuring a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083815/1e3478da-43aa-44a6-898c-0a0ac96aebbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Point Defiance Park One of the largest urban parks in the United States is a green space home to lovely gardens as well as a fun-filled zoo and aquarium. [](https://expedia.ca/Point-Defiance-Park-West-End.d6083815.Vacation-Attraction) ![Retains the vintage architecture...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6093293/c407e9f6-7af5-4184-873e-86f6260a02e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pacific Lutheran University Explore the campus of Pacific Lutheran University during your stay in Tacoma. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Pacific-Lutheran-University-Parkland.d6093293.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Snoqualmie Falls & Seattle Winery Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/273343/eab13446-252f-4190-a842-865e4d1ff2c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Woodinville Wine & Snoqualmie Falls Tour CA $172 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/woodinville-wine-snoqualmie-falls-tour.a273343.activity-details) ![Mt. Rainier National Park: All-Inclusive Small-Group Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/193416/80f9064a-edc8-4b9a-8ca6-e1d3d5eb8d43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mt. Rainier National Park: All-Inclusive Small-Group Tour CA $469 per traveller **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mt-rainier-national-park-all-inclusive-small-group-tour.a193416.activity-details) ![Karmageddon! An new escape room Adventure in Auburn WA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50094240/f124d8ce-361e-4444-8704-f8bf4ea053fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Timepass Auburn Escape Room Adventures Book Karmageddon Now CA $68 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/timepass-auburn-escape-room-adventures-book-karmageddon-now.a50094240.activity-details) ![1-Day Mount Rainier National Park Tou](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1965943/67c37306-d6fb-4789-9c30-c5081db7d29f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle CA $202 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-mount-rainier-national-park-one-day-tour-from-seattle.a1965943.activity-details) ![1-Day Olympic National Park Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1980816/1cafa64c-ef45-471b-85aa-ec98d297d3b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Olympic National Park Small Group Day Tour w/Scenic State Ferries CA $202 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/olympic-national-park-small-group-day-tour-wscenic-state-ferries.a1980816.activity-details) ![Seattle City and the Verdant Landscapes of Washington State](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48692579/ad0323f3-d1c8-483f-b4e7-400791369876.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 4 Day Seattle City and the Verdant Landscapes of Washington State CA $2,251 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/4-day-seattle-city-and-the-verdant-landscapes-of-washington-state.a48692579.activity-details) [See all activities in University Place](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-University-Place.d6146135.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near University Place ![Gig Harbor which includes a bay or harbour, a marina and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9613/159bd320-9570-4133-b447-1adfa6551e59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gig Harbor ![Tacoma featuring a marina, a bay or harbour and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046853/aeabe5cf-96d2-41a8-b65f-85e9cd3b6a8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tacoma ![Lake waterfront with houses. Gravelly lake in Lakewood, WA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/123719/5f7ad99f-e57c-4e30-abac-9f10e1de10e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lakewood ![Exploring. We decided to check out Fox Island after visiting family in Gig Harbor. I was surprised that it’s almost completely residential. We saw a Shell gas station on the way back to the bridge but otherwise it was mostly houses and land. We almost stopped by their museum ($1 suggested donation) but it closed minutes before we would have reached it...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000460877/5cc23097-07c1-4f19-b478-3d80d4a26279.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fox Island - Cities near University Place - Places of interest [Gig Harbor](https://expedia.ca/Gig-Harbor.dx9613)[Tacoma](https://expedia.ca/Tacoma.dx6046853)[Lakewood](https://expedia.ca/Lakewood.dx123719)[Fox Island](https://expedia.ca/Fox-Island.dx3000460877) - [Chambers Bay Golf Course ](https://expedia.ca/Chambers-Bay-Golf-Course-University-Place.d6225588.Vacation-Attraction) - [Muckleshoot Casino ](https://expedia.ca/Muckleshoot-Casino-Plateau.d6127657.Vacation-Attraction) - [Wild Waves Theme and Water Park ](https://expedia.ca/Wild-Waves-Theme-And-Water-Park-Tacoma.d6127662.Vacation-Attraction) - [Point Defiance Park ](https://expedia.ca/Point-Defiance-Park-West-End.d6083815.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hands On Children's Museum ](https://expedia.ca/Hands-On-Childrens-Museum-Downtown-Olympia.d6217831.Vacation-Attraction) - [Museum of Glass ](https://expedia.ca/Museum-Of-Glass-Downtown-Tacoma.d6083823.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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