University Heights Travel Guide
Flagstaff
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Popular places to visit
Arizona Snowbowl
Hit the slopes at Arizona Snowbowl during your trip to Flagstaff. Take in the lively festivals and mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Northern Arizona University
Explore the campus of Northern Arizona University during your trip to Flagstaff. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Lowell Observatory
This observatory is famous for discovering the dwarf planet Pluto and features many educational activities, historic telescopes and events for visitors.
Meteor Crater
Study a massive impact crater, created by a meteorite in the northern Arizona desert that hit earth about 50,000 years ago.
Walnut Canyon National Monument
Explore the great outdoors at Walnut Canyon National Monument and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Flagstaff. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the hiking trails.
Humphreys Peak
Arizona’s highest mountain soars out of the Coconino National Forest and the hiking trail that leads to its summit passes by tundra, wildflowers and volcanic peaks.
Top hotels in University Heights
Little America Flagstaff
Always love staying here but was disappointed guests can’t enjoy amenities. Guests should be able to reserve and use the fire pits and spaces without having to purchase a $45 smores kit that not everyone can eat.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Flagstaff
Clean, comfortable and quiet room with great pillows. Staff were very helpful when I needed assistance. Didn't eat breakfast.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
High Country Motor Lodge – Near NAU/Downtown
Very clean, comfortable room. Lovely reception and bar.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Aspen InnSuites Flagstaff/Grand Canyon
Clean with plenty of room for 4.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Comfort Inn Flagstaff South I-17
Staff was kind and helpful. Room was quiet and the common area was nice and comfy.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Sleep Inn Flagstaff
The hotel was great for a family trip. The indoor pool was clean, breakfast had a lot of options, and the room was clean and nice for an extended stay. I would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University Heights
Boulder Point
Though Boulder Point may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Flagstaff Extreme and Walkup Skydome.
Woodlands Village
Woodlands Village might not have many top sights, but Walkup Skydome and Riordon Mansion are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Ponderosa Trails
While Ponderosa Trails isn't home to many top sights, Flagstaff Extreme and Walkup Skydome are some notable places to visit nearby.
Northern Arizona University
Though Northern Arizona University may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Walkup Skydome and Riordon Mansion.
Pine Knoll
While Pine Knoll may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Walkup Skydome and Riordon Mansion.
La Plaza Vieja
While there might not be top attractions in La Plaza Vieja, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Flagstaff City Hall and Lowell Observatory.
