Downtown, CA
Arcata
Popular places to visit
Arcata Plaza
You can learn about the history of Arcata with a stop at Arcata Plaza. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Arcata Community Forest
Explore the great outdoors at Arcata Community Forest, a lovely green space in Arcata. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Los Bagels
Enjoy an outing to Los Bagels during your stay in Arcata. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Arcata Theatre Lounge
You can get tickets for a performance at Arcata Theatre Lounge on your trip to Arcata. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Arcata Playhouse
You can enjoy a show at Arcata Playhouse during your trip to Arcata. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Cal Poly Humboldt State University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Cal Poly Humboldt State University, during your travels in Arcata. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Eureka From Wood To Wonder!
Private Flying Dress Photography Experience with Rental Included
Downtown Hotel Deals
Hotel Arcata
This was a basic vintage hotel. It was comfortable and fine, but nothing to write home about. For instance, the rooms don’t have microwaves or little fridges. But the bathtub was really deep and awesome. It’s the kind you wanna get on the open ocean with a paddle and head your way to Hawaii.
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
The Snoozzz Inn
The staff was super helpful and even brought utensils to our room when we realized we had none for the food we had brought. During our week of travel this was the only hotel that followed up directly to ensure we were satisfied with our stay. The location was also close to many restaurants.
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Blue Lake Casino & Hotel
Rooms were very clean and spacious. Main lobby & property was very nice and clean. Restaurant on sight but need to make reservations to avoid wait.
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn
Hot tub closes promptly at 10pm. It’s not by any rooms. Would be nice if it was open later especially when lots of people were relaxing after a long day hiking.
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Bear River Casino Resort
Property is clean and reasonably up to date. Location is rural, out of town but close by, and therefore quiet and peaceful. It is attached to a Casino, awesome if you like that, but adequately separated if you don’t. A bar and limited restaurant are in the hotel area, with additional bar and small ...
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Arcata
Fresh breakfast and safe environment.
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown
Arcata Heights
When in Arcata Heights, you can plan a visit to Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Arcata Plaza, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
East Arcata
While there might not be top attractions in East Arcata, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arcata Community Forest and Humboldt State University Natural History Museum.
Samoa Boulevard
If you're spending some time in Samoa Boulevard, Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs and Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge are top sights worth seeing.
Greenview-Windsong
Greenview-Windsong might not have many top sights, but Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs and Arcata Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Sunset
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sunset and surrounding area, you can visit Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Arcata Plaza.
California Heights
California Heights might not have many top sights, but Arcata Community Forest and Humboldt State University Natural History Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
