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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

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

1. Hotel Arcata

Hotel Arcata
3.0 star property
Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (936 reviews)
"Brilliant home away from home"
United States
Patrick
The price is HK$824
HK$923 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Hotel Arcata
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

Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata
2.5 star property
Valley West, 3.9 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Good place to stay again"
United States
Qiang
The price is HK$1,004
HK$1,126 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata
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

Best Western Arcata Inn
2.5 star property
Valley West, 3.9 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"It was a clean, comfortable stay. The staff was extra friendly, knowledgeable & welcoming."
United States
Ronald Joseph
The price is HK$931
HK$1,045 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Arcata Inn
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.

4. Comfort Inn Arcata - Humboldt Area

Comfort Inn Arcata - Humboldt Area
2.5 star property
Valley West, 3.8 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Property was clean and quiet, staff was excellent."
United States
Don
The price is HK$848
HK$952 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Comfort Inn Arcata - Humboldt Area
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating area, and a covered structure.

5. Ramada by Wyndham Arcata

Ramada by Wyndham Arcata
2.5 star property
Valley West, 3.8 km from Downtown
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly. Room was clean and quiet."
United States
William
The price is HK$657
HK$736 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Arcata
A bed with white bedding and pillows, a wooden headboard, and a large black and white waterfall painting on the wall behind it.

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Arcata

Super 8 by Wyndham Arcata
2.0 star property
Valley West, 3.9 km from Downtown
7.2 out of 10, Good, (452 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and comfortable."
United Kingdom
Harley
The price is HK$607
HK$680 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Arcata
A reception desk with a large number '6' sign, a calendar, and a door with a keypad lock.

7. Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt

Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt
2.0 star property
Valley West, 3.8 km from Downtown
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"It’s a good place to stay with friendly staff"
United States
trevor
The price is HK$636
HK$712 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt
A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating areas, and a coffee station.

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

Holiday Inn Express Arcata / Eureka - Airport Area by IHG
3.0 star property
11.4 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great room great price"
United States
Jason
The price is HK$1,052
HK$1,201 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Arcata / Eureka - Airport Area by IHG
A modern outdoor lounge area with a stone wall, wooden ceiling, and a fire feature.

9. Home2 Suites By Hilton Eureka

Home2 Suites By Hilton Eureka
3.0 star property
11.8 km from Downtown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (262 reviews)
"Clean rooms and is quiet"
United States
Blake
The price is HK$1,220
HK$1,369 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Home2 Suites By Hilton Eureka
A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, a number 2223 sign, and potted plants.

10. Clarion Hotel By Humboldt Bay

Clarion Hotel By Humboldt Bay
2.5 star property
8.7 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"the pool was a plus location makes it easy to get all over town and the breakfast was very good would definitely stay again"
United States
Lloyd
The price is HK$776
HK$870 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Clarion Hotel By Humboldt Bay
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.

11. Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn

Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn
3.0 star property
10.4 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Best hotel in Eureka by far! From the oasis, the incredible breakfast, to the free limousine ride to and from dinner. This place is top notch!"
United States
Wendy
The price is HK$967
HK$1,085 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a glass entrance and a well-lit facade.

12. Blue Lake Casino & Hotel

Blue Lake Casino & Hotel
3.5 star property
7.6 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place! Staff was wonderful also!"
United States
Michelle
The price is HK$1,373
HK$1,703 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Blue Lake Casino & Hotel
A grand lobby with a chandelier, ornate chairs, a fireplace, and framed portraits on the walls.

13. Eureka Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Eureka Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3.0 star property
10 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,185 reviews)
"Beautiful property, very very rich history behind it, and overall one of the best hotels I have stayed in!"
United States
Britney
The price is HK$957
HK$1,072 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Eureka Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple flags, and a parking lot.

14. Red Lion Hotel Eureka

Red Lion Hotel Eureka
3.0 star property
8.8 km from Downtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, good property. Plenty of parking, quiet room. Good for a one night stay."
United States
Joe
The price is HK$926
HK$1,039 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Red Lion Hotel Eureka
A modern building with a glass facade, a visible entrance, and a street sign indicating Route 101.

15. The Snoozzz Inn

The Snoozzz Inn
2.5 star property
9 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (915 reviews)
"Great over all place to stay."
United States
Douglas
The price is HK$777
HK$870 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Snoozzz Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a sofa and armchairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a bathroom with a bathtub and shower.

16. Carter House Inns

Carter House Inns
3.5 star property
9.3 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful restored Victorian. Excellent breakfast Wine and cocktail bar Lobby seating around a fireplace A favorite or ours"
United States
david
The price is HK$1,765
HK$1,977 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Carter House Inns
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, a mirror, and a small refrigerator.

17. Motel 6 Eureka, CA – Redwood Coast

Motel 6 Eureka, CA – Redwood Coast
2.0 star property
11.7 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Good basic stay. Solid restaurant with great breakfast (Family Pantry) nearby."
United States
Catherine
The price is HK$707
HK$792 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Motel 6 Eureka, CA – Redwood Coast
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a mirror on the wall.

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Eureka by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Eureka by IHG
2.5 star property
11.5 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Wouldn't stay anywhere else!"
United States
Cheresa
The price is HK$1,052
HK$1,180 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Eureka by IHG
A brick building with a gabled roof, a Chevron gas station sign, and a restaurant named 'Randa.'

19. Ramada Bayside Inn & Suites Eureka

Ramada Bayside Inn & Suites Eureka
2.5 star property
9.2 km from Downtown
7.2 out of 10, Good, (363 reviews)
"It was a good stay over."
United States
Edward
The price is HK$777
HK$870 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ramada Bayside Inn & Suites Eureka
A spacious lobby with a grey sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. A large clock and a wall-mounted display are visible.

20. Comfort Inn Humboldt Bay

Comfort Inn Humboldt Bay
2.5 star property
14.2 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice place"
United States
Shawn
The price is HK$716
HK$803 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Comfort Inn Humboldt Bay
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Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A rocky coastline with a prominent rock formation, sandy beach, and ocean waves.

Pacific

While visiting Pacific, you might make a stop by sights like Mad River Beach County Park and Azalea State Natural Reserve.

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

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

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

East Arcata

East Arcata might not have many top sights, but Arcata Plaza and Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Arcata Heights

While Arcata Heights isn't home to many top sights, Arcata Plaza and Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs are some notable places to visit nearby.

Samoa Boulevard

If you're spending some time in Samoa Boulevard, Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs and Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center are top sights worth seeing.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Arcata's Downtown neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Arcata Plaza and Los Bagels as part of your Downtown travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Downtown?
Based on our traveller data, Hotel Arcata is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Arcata, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 26 Downtown hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Downtown.
What is there to do in this Arcata neighbourhood?
While you're in Downtown, you could catch a show at Arcata Theatre Lounge or Arcata Playhouse. Arcata Plaza and Los Bagels are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs, Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown. Arcata Community Forest and Baywood Golf And Country Club are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Arcata.