Arcata, CA
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Where to stay in Arcata
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Pacific
If you're spending some time in Pacific, Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Azalea State Natural Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
Photo by Mel Vin
Open Photo by Mel Vin
Jacoby Creek
If you're spending some time in Jacoby Creek, Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Baywood Golf And Country Club are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Arcata Plaza and Arcata Theatre Lounge.
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 Arcata Plaza.
Arcata Heights
When in Arcata Heights, you can plan a visit to Arcata Plaza and Humboldt State University Natural History Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Best Western Arcata Inn
4827 Valley West Blvd Arcata CA
$143 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$161 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total with taxes and 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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Loved it"
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Comfort Inn Arcata - Humboldt Area
4700 Valley West Blvd Arcata CA
$157 nightly
The price is $176 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$176 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arcata. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay at the Comfort Inn in Arcata. The room was well-designed and nicely lit. There was plenty of free parking and the hotel was close to the freeway and to lovely stretches of forested areas, but not so close that I was constantly aware of traffic. The bathroom was well appointed, and ..."
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Arcata
4887 Valley West Blvd Arcata CA
$88 nightly
The price is $99 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$99 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arcata. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (286 reviews)
"Clean rooms. Kinda a breakfast, like grab and go stander fair"
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
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
Arcata CA
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! (75 reviews)
"Loved the yard for the dogs. The house was large and comfortable. Hated the tv."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Jane's Creek Cottage ~ Affordable & Near Cal Poly Humboldt!
Arcata CA
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! (210 reviews)
"This cottage was the perfect base for our weekend visit! It is much larger than I anticipated, and was very clean and comfortable. The kitchen was huge! The living room was spacious with a nice sectional couch. There is a laundry room next door to the cottage, which was a nice perk (although we didn't ..."
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
Dog-friendly home with large private yard & bbq - close to beach & hiking
Arcata CA
Stay at this vacation home in Arcata. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Arcata Playhouse and Los Bagels are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Great stay, visiting our son."
Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025
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.
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.
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.
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.
Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs
You can take time to visit Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs during your travels to Arcata. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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.
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- Bayshore Mall
- River Lodge Conference Center
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- Humboldt Bay
- Sue-meg State Park
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