Arcata Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Arcata

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Pacific

4/5(4 area reviews)

While visiting Pacific, you might make a stop by sights like Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Azalea State Natural Reserve.

Pacific
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Jacoby Creek

While visiting Jacoby Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Baywood Golf And Country Club.

Jacoby Creek
Best Western Arcata Inn

Best Western Arcata Inn

2.5 out of 5
4827 Valley West Blvd, Arcata, CA
The price is NZ$276 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
NZ$276
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Arcata. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"It was easy, clean, convenient. Nothing fancy. Staying for a couple day trips into redwoods. About 30ish min drive away. Free breakfast was nice. Cute little coffee place across the street"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Best Western Arcata Inn
Ramada by Wyndham Arcata

Ramada by Wyndham Arcata

2.5 out of 5
3535 Janes Rd, Arcata, CA
The price is NZ$215 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
NZ$215
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arcata. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Na"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Arcata
Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata

Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata

2.5 out of 5
4750 Valley West Blvd, Arcata, CA
The price is NZ$326 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$326
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Arcata. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Azalea ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location to get to the Redwoods National Park"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata
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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.
Fenced Yard, Pet Friendly, Cozy Cottage , Great Kitchen, Short Walk to Cal Poly

Fenced Yard, Pet Friendly, Cozy Cottage , Great Kitchen, Short Walk to Cal Poly

Arcata
Stay at this vacation home in Arcata. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (54 reviews)
"great stay!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Fenced Yard, Pet Friendly, Cozy Cottage , Great Kitchen, Short Walk to Cal Poly
Starlight Studio in Arcata with Kitchenette, fenced yard, WIFI, & full bathroom

Starlight Studio in Arcata with Kitchenette, fenced yard, WIFI, & full bathroom

Arcata
Stay at this apartment in Arcata. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Los Bagels ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
"Lovely touches by our host. Quiet, clean and we enjoyed our morning coffee. Highly recommended!"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Starlight Studio in Arcata with Kitchenette, fenced yard, WIFI, & full bathroom
Jane's Creek Cottage ~ Affordable & Near Cal Poly Humboldt!

Jane's Creek Cottage ~ Affordable & Near Cal Poly Humboldt!

Arcata
Stay at this cottage in Arcata. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Humboldt ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (121 reviews)
Great Place!
"Great location! The place was very clean and the whole process was easy. Very accurate description. It's nice and quiet. If we ever get back to the area we would love to stay there again. The communication was also timely. The owners seem to really care about the property."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Jane's Creek Cottage ~ Affordable & Near Cal Poly Humboldt!
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Popular places to visit

Cal Poly Humboldt State University

Explore the campus of Cal Poly Humboldt State University during your travels in Arcata. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Cal Poly Humboldt State University

Arcata Plaza

You can learn about the history of Arcata when you stop by Arcata Plaza. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Arcata Plaza

Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs

You can take time to visit Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs during your travels to Arcata. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs

Arcata Community Forest

Explore the great outdoors at Arcata Community Forest, a lovely green space in Arcata. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Arcata Community Forest

Arcata Theatre Lounge

You can make plans for a show at Arcata Theatre Lounge on your trip to Arcata. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Arcata Theatre Lounge

Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center during your travels in Arcata. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center

Cities near Arcata

Redwood National and State Parks

Eureka