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Explore 90 holiday rentals in University Place

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University Place holiday rentals start at $69 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Pet-friendly accommodation
Find 30 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
40 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
90 of University Place holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across University Place rentals

4.8 Average rating
University Place stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in University Place
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Point Defiance/Ruston; extra clean, self check in!
Nestled between city and nature, Pt Defiance Quarters overlooks the Puget Sound at the entrance to 5 mile drive. Enjoy coffee on the covered porch while watching the ferry come in! Unwind in this bright, spacious studio, sleeping in the cozy, queen size bed. Less than a mile away you’ll find the Pt Ruston waterfront – enjoy a movie, eat, shop, play. An even shorter walk in the other direction will take you to our award winning zoo, beautiful rose and dahlia gardens, and peaceful duck pond.
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Craftsman Gem by T Dome, Transit & Convention Cntr
You’ll love the relaxing vibe of the Mission Craftsman style furnishings, 4 luxurious bedrooms with Westin Hotel beds, library, large dining room, huge kitchen, office and 200mbps WIFI! The living room has a fireplace, 63” tv, leather furniture, piano, guitar, banjo, ukulele and other instruments, books, games and puzzles! Bath has an antique clawfoot tub/shower. New appliances, AC, laundry, outdoor grill. Easy transit to Seattle, 6 min to Tacoma Dome & Convention Center, 4 bl to light rail.
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French Country Cottage
Welcome! Whether you’re stopping in for an overnight, or interested in a long term stay, our all inclusive cottage is located on the property where we live in a beautiful area first developed by the timber barons of the Northwest! Located with easy access to I-5, JBLM, American Lake, Lake Steilacoom, Gravelly Lake, the Tacoma Golf and Country Club, Chambers Bay, Lakewold Gardens, and Thornewood Castle...we’re a mile and a half off of I-5 and about a mile to Starbucks, Safeway, Chipotle…
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Tucked Away Skoolie Experience #gloriatheskoolie
Drive down past our farm amongst the trees and wildlife. Adventure awaits in this beautifully recently converted school bus. We are only open 4 months out of the year so booking goes quickly. See what it's like to live in a tiny home with all the amenities. Fresh eggs from the chickens, sit on the porch, roast s'mores, lay in the hammock, shower with nature all around you, and just rest and restore. Located 15 min from downtown Tacoma and 13 from the Puyallup Fair. #gloriatheskoolie
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Chambers Bay House in the Trees
Mid Century Modern inspired oasis overlooking forested Kobayashi Park and Chambers Creek - well used in summer. Designed by renowned Tacoma architect Russell Garrison, this home boasts original charm with floor-to-ceiling windows and large wrap-around deck. Located two miles from Chambers Bay and the golf course that hosted the 2015 U.S. Open. Explore Mount Rainier, Olympic National Park, and everything Seattle/Tacoma has to offer. Hosts live next door and available to answer questions.
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Shipwatch Suite
Welcome to beautiful, historic Gig Harbor! Shipwatch suite offers beautiful views from every window, private patio and back yard. You're surrounded by views of the Narrows Bridges, Puget Sound, Tacoma and breath taking Mt. Rainer! You have your own private, lower ground level suite with a separate entrance using a secure key pad. A very spacious 1,000 sq.ft. which includes 2 bedrooms that are at opposite sides of the suite, 1 bath, family room, dining area and separate kitchenette.
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Welcome to S. Rochester in Tacoma! 2BR, 1BA house!
Welcome to beautiful Tacoma and the Pacific Northwest! We look forward to having you enjoy your visit in our adorable home! Beautiful view of the Puget Sound and beaches only blocks away. Conveniently located in a walk-able neighborhood with several amenities nearby! 2 bedrooms (sleeps 4), fully stocked and equipped bathroom and kitchen, full size washer/dryer, WI-FI, AC, cable, beautifully decorated, recently remodeled & furnished. Everything you need to feel right at home!
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Beautiful cottage in prime N Tacoma location!
This beautiful Proctor / North End gem has one bedroom and a spacious loft. Quiet and private, yet only three short blocks to all that Proctor has to offer (dining, shopping, farmers market, bars, groceries and more!) and just a half mile from the UPS Campus. You'll be within a few miles of the hospitals, which makes this a great location for traveling medical staff. If you enjoy nightlife, we are a three-minute drive to the 6th Ave District, and seven minute drive to Point Ruston.
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Oceanway Cozy studio, Private Entrance
Enjoy a Cozy studio with your own entrance, self check in and a bathroom only for you, next to studio. Work place desk 1.3 miles Titlow beach Close Owen Beach Additional room may be available if 3-4 guests reserve About 7 minutes to Gig Harbor In your way to Olympic national park & Mount rainier Tacoma Dome, TCC college Near Point Ruston, waterfront destination Point Defiance Park Zoo & Aquarium Chambers Bay Park & Golf University WA Tacoma Multicare, St Joseph hospitals JBLM
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Living Tiny in Tacoma
Experience living tiny! Come enjoy this one-of-a-kind 150 sq ft Tiny Home in the heart of W. Tacoma. Complimentary bottle of wine will be waiting for you. Bring your walking shoes to enjoy the water views of this neighborhood or a short drive to Titlow Beach, Tacoma Narrows Bridge (to Gig Harbor), Point Ruston, Proctor District, University of Puget Sound, and just 35 miles to Seattle and 15 miles to JBLM military base. It’s time to relax and enjoy your stay! No Laundry
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Cozy Tacoma Getaway with Private Fenced Yard!
This unit is 6 mins to the Tacoma Dome! Features modern furnishings and a cozy living room with a sleeper sofa. Minutes from shops and freeways, perfect for shows, events, and exploring. PLEASE NOTE: This unit is part of a duplex and shares the onsite laundry with the other residents. It’s still a private, stand-alone space with its own entrance and yard. There’s a staircase to get in, the shower is on the smaller side, and the bathroom is accessed through the bedroom.
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Spacious home w/hot tub/pl tbl/pg png/wk out
Open floor plan w/vaulted ceilings and plenty of room for everyone. Hot tub 4 person, game room w/high end pool table & ping pong. Dedicated work out rm w/treadmill, 2 lg king size rms, covered BBQ grill w/plumbed gas, plenty of patio furniture. Located just minutes to I-5 & JBLM/McChord AFB, central to DT Tacoma & Olympia, nearby golf courses including Chambers Bay. Close to Lakewood outlet stores, movie theatre, and restaurants yet set in a quiet area.
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Popular amenities for University Place family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

The Blue Ruby - nestled in Point Defiance
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LakeFront-Dock-Hot Tub-Game Room-A/C-Fire Pit 4
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Old Town Oasis (Lux Spa, Patio, Deck & Views)
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Waterview Home w/ Hot Tub
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Pet Friendly Home with Hot Tub & Fenced Yard
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Basecamp: large home with hot tub & king beds
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Scenic Lake View Home
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Aphrodite Apartment 6th Ave *Hot Tub* Relaxing
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Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Cute and Cozy 1 Story Home
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Bodur's Nest Whispering Garden
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North End Cottages - Carriage House - Dog-Friendly
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1904 home near Tacoma dome & convention center
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Casa Cielo NEW! Steilacoom Lakefront Retreat
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Welcome to the PNW! Bring the kids or not.
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Spacious 46' Yacht: Luxury, kayaks, walk to town
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Peaceful Loft Retreat in Historic Victorian
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Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Private Cozy Lakewood Loft
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FOX LODGE - Private hot tub & firepit. POOL! VIEW!
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Beautiful midcentury with pool and A/C (central)
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Puget Sound Island House Retreat
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Barbary Cottage, a cabin retreat in the woods
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Cozy Island Home w/Water View and Private Hot Tub
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Nature Awaits at Harstine Haven!
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Modern Townhome Near SEA Airport
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When is the best time to visit University Place?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $250 AUD | $256 AUD | $306 AUD | $285 AUD | $285 AUD | $286 AUD | $260 AUD | $276 AUD | $258 AUD | $250 AUD | $278 AUD | $260 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 6°C | 7°C | 8°C | 11°C | 14°C | 17°C | 20°C | 20°C | 17°C | 12°C | 8°C | 6°C |
Destinations to explore
- Mount Rainier National Park
- University of Washington
- T-Mobile Park
- Seattle Center
- Space Needle
- Climate Pledge Arena
- Lumen Field
- Treehouse Point
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Seward Park
- Seattle Aquarium
- Northwest Trek Wildlife Park
- Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery
- Wild Waves Theme and Water Park
- Discovery Park
- Tacoma Dome
- Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
- Westlake Center
- 5th Avenue Theatre
- Green Lake Park
- Marymoor Park
- Amazon Spheres
- Lake Union Park
- Black Lake





