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Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt

2.0 star property
Motel in Arcata with free parking

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets - Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt (Arcata)
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Located on the scenic Northern California coast, Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt offers practical amenities. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, a snack bar, laundry facilities, vending machines, and a terrace. The helpful staff receives consistently positive reviews.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
4755 Valley West Blvd, Arcata, CA, 95521

What's nearby

  • Cal Poly Humboldt State University - 2 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Arcata Theatre Lounge - 3 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Arcata Plaza - 3 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs - 4 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Arcata Community Forest - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Eureka Station - 15 min drive
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fogline Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Toni's 24 Hour Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Six Rivers Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Oriental Buffet - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt

Motel located in Pacific
You can look forward to a terrace, laundry facilities, and a snack bar/deli at Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 81 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • LED light bulbs, mini fridges, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (31 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses solar energy
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

6 Arcata Humboldt University
6 Humboldt University
Arcata Motel 6
Motel 6 Arcata
Motel 6 Arcata Humboldt University
Motel 6 Humboldt University
Motel Six Arcata
Motel 6 Arcata - Humboldt University Hotel Arcata
Arcata Motel Six

Frequently asked questions

Is Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt?

As of Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt on Nov 3, 2025 start from $75.67, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt located?

Located in Pacific, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Azalea State Natural Reserve, Cal Poly Humboldt State University, and Humboldt State University Natural History Museum. Arcata Theatre Lounge and Los Bagels are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt Reviews

6.6

6.8

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

7.6

Staff & service

6.6

Eco-friendliness

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 247 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 214 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 144 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 153 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Virtual check in, did not see one motel worker the 3 days i was thete.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linsay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, easy check in and check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was my first experience with a check in kiosk, it was a live person on the screen which wad cool and easily navigated. Found it strange that there was a person at the front desk behind it that didnt interact with you during the process. The property was very clean, room was fresh and confortable. I use motel 6 a lot when on the road, this was a nicer one.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

laura

I was a bit surprise not to have a live person @ check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Camille

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not worth the money. Sketchy people lurking in the parking lot. Noisy other patrons. The shower sucks. It’s basically an RV-size shower. When I asked for a room with a bathtub they said they had no rooms with bathtubs. They tried to charge me $123 to extend my stay 1 night. I said no thank you, I’m going elsewhere. The virtual front desk clerk was very polite and professional. The bathroom floor was not clean when I first arrived, black hairs and grime along the baseboards. I
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice on the quick
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Mary

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Check in was virtual even tho there was a live person in the office. Tried calling the desk for ice with no answer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Roxy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Checking in with a person threw a computer was a little different but still easy and great service. The room was clean but has some cosmetic issues, chipped floor and paint. Its wasn't a bother though, you get what you pay for getting the cheapest motel around. My only complaint is the pool was closed down/ out of order and i purposely made sure to get a motel with a pool, so that was a let down for my son.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean well maintained property and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Less than 5 minutes from CPH

Exactly what I paid for, a nice bed to sleep on and a hot shower at the end of the day. I came to help my daughter move out of her dorm and it was a perfect stay. Thanks M6!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Madison

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn’t even end up staying at the property because it was so dirty and gross. Spent the extra money to stay at a different hotel for peace of mind. A lot of long term rentals at this property. There was dirt, chip crumbs, and dog kibble on our floor. The room had a terrible smell to it. Staff was willing to sweep the room but overall it just didn’t feel safe and that wouldn’t have helped the smell.
Bathroom floor
Dog kibble
Dirt and crumbs
Crumbs
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
“Nicely remodeled rooms and a great value—definitely one of the best deals in town! The virtual check-in process was fast and convenient, with room keys dispensed automatically. However, it was a bit confusing since there was also someone behind the front desk, yet no human interaction took place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy. Could use a coffe pot in the room. Comforter has a cigarette burn on it and this is a non smoking room. Everything else was pretty good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Mystery stain on kitchen sink. Tiny shower. TV remote didn't work. 3rd party kiosk was annoying. Couldn't speak English clearly. Never again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

sopon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, pleasant and helpful friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Donovan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hike it up, mister

Flew in for our son’s graduation to realize all the prices increased. 550. for 2 days for a very SMALL room. Couldn’t fit through to get to the bathroom. Sticky stuff on the hangers, non foam mattresses.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

victoria rose

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Odd stay

Strange kiosk with overseas individual on a large screen assisted with check in as an actual person was behind the counter doing nothing. One crinkly miniscule towel for two people was supplied. No in room coffee. Exhaust from large truck poured into the room as people park backwards.Such a strange experience but for $60 what do you expect?
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice clean hotel, surroundings not so nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lavern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was okay for a short stay:)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Not great

We hated this hotel. The check in was odd. It had a kiosk with a zoom call to India. But beyond that it made me feel unsafe. When we tried to get into our room, which was tricky, there were some other guests screaming and barefoot. I realized that there was no one who we could complain to! It is just me and my son and we felt unsafe (which I realize is different from being unsafe). The hotel is on the freeway and it was noisy. Both the bed and towels had hairs on them. They shower was an overhead rain shower but on the outer edge of the curtain so it didn't spray well and got water all over the bathroom. While this wasntthe worst stay I have had, it wasn’t great and we got out as soon as we could.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place for a short night stay. very clean room. I will be coming back again next time I am in town.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Typical Motel 6 but with a very clean and large room that didn’t show a lot of age or wear/tear (maybe newer or recently remodeled?). The mattress was too firm for my preference but that seems to be typical of most Motel 6’s I’ve stayed at. Quiet area even though it’s off the highway amid other budget hotels and food stops. For the price it’s a very good option when you just need a clean but basic room in a safe, convenient, quiet area to stop for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024