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Recommended hotels in Arcata

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a parking area with a handicapped parking space, and a building with multiple windows and a flat roof.

1. Comfort Inn Arcata - Humboldt Area

Pacific

$111 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A spacious dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, a chandelier, and a mural of a beach scene on the wall.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata

Pacific

$143 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a central island with a wooden base, and a seating area with patterned chairs and a sofa.

3. Best Western Arcata Inn

Pacific

$123 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A multi-story building with a classic architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance with ornate detailing and large windows.

4. Hotel Arcata

Downtown

$140 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A bed with white bedding and pillows, a wooden headboard, and a large black and white waterfall painting on the wall behind it.

5. Super 8 by Wyndham Arcata

Pacific

$86 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A reception desk with a large number '6' sign, a calendar, and a door with a keypad lock.

6. Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt

Pacific

$85 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating area, and a covered structure.

7. Ramada by Wyndham Arcata

Pacific

$111 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A heated outdoor pool area with a waterfall feature, surrounded by rocks and plants, and adjacent to a building with outdoor seating and a balcony.

8. Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn

Downtown Eureka

$128 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A modern building with a glass facade, a visible entrance, and a street sign indicating Route 101.

9. The Snoozzz Inn

Downtown Eureka

$106 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a unique ceiling design.

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Eureka by IHG

Eureka

$142 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 7 - Dec 8

A spacious interior with a curved wooden floor, a central staircase, and a chandelier.

11. Clarion Hotel By Humboldt Bay

Eureka

$106 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A brick building with a gabled roof, a Chevron gas station sign, and a restaurant named 'Randa.'

12. Ramada Bayside Inn & Suites Eureka

Downtown Eureka

$94 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A grand lobby with a chandelier, ornate chairs, a fireplace, and framed portraits on the walls.

13. Eureka Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Eureka

$134 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a glass entrance and a well-lit facade.

14. Blue Lake Casino & Hotel

Blue Lake

$210 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee station, and a large California-themed wall art.

15. Super 8 by Wyndham Eureka

Downtown Eureka

$89 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, a mirror, and a small refrigerator.

16. Motel 6 Eureka, CA – Redwood Coast

Eureka

$90 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple flags, and a parking lot.

17. Red Lion Hotel Eureka

Downtown Eureka

$113 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel range hood, a built-in sink, and a compact refrigerator.

18. Studio 6 Eureka, CA – Old Town

Downtown Eureka

$90 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with lamps, and a phone.

19. Travelodge by Wyndham Eureka

Downtown Eureka

$99 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating areas, and a coffee station.

20. Holiday Inn Express Arcata / Eureka - Airport Area by IHG

McKinleyville

$139 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

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Top neighborhoods in Arcata

A rocky coastline with a prominent rock formation, sandy beach, and ocean waves.

Pacific

The Pacific neighborhood has lots to see including Mad River Beach County Park and Azalea State Natural Reserve.

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A calm lake with a cloudy sky and a line of trees in the distance.

Jacoby Creek

The Jacoby Creek neighborhood has lots to see including Baywood Golf And Country Club and Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge.

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A coastal town with a prominent church, marina, and lush greenery.

Downtown

The Downtown neighborhood has lots to see including Arcata Plaza and Los Bagels.

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Arcata Heights

Arcata's Arcata Heights neighborhood offers attractions including Humboldt State University Natural History Museum.

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A coastal town with a prominent church steeple, a marina with boats, and a bridge in the distance.

East Arcata

Arcata's East Arcata neighborhood offers attractions including Arcata Community Forest.

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Top landmarks in Arcata

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Arcata Plaza

8.2/10 (440 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Arcata Plaza— just one of the monuments in Downtown. You could also start your cultural experience by heading over to the art galleries in the area.

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Arcata Community Forest

9.2/10 (155 reviews)

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Arcata Community Forest in East Arcata. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you like Arcata Community Forest, you'll love Sequoia Park Garden and Mad River Beach County Park, both just a short drive away.

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Humboldt State University Natural History Museum

8.4/10 (34 reviews)

Humboldt State University Natural History Museum is just one of the attractions in Arcata Heights, Arcata so you might want to stop by during your trip. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to experience more of the culture Arcata has to offer, head to Arcata Plaza, Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs, and Cal Poly Humboldt State University.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any cheap motels in Arcata?

If you're eager to find a budget-friendly place to stay in Arcata, consider booking a motel. Take a look at Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt where you'll find free WiFi and free parking.

What are the best cheap things to do in Arcata?

Sightseeing doesn't mean you have to blow the budget. For some things to do in Arcata, enjoy the outdoors at Arcata Community Forest or Mad River Beach County Park. Be certain to include a visit to Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center.