Near Cal Poly Humboldt State University, Hotel Arcata offers a blend of comfort and convenience. Savor the continental breakfast, unwind at the bar or get active in the gym; with free in-room WiFi and helpful staff nearby.
Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Cal Poly Humboldt State University - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Arcata Community Forest - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 10 min drive
Eureka Station - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Arcata Pizza & Deli - 3 min walk
Renata's Creperie - 1 min walk
Papa Murphy's - 4 min walk
Pho Hoang - 5 min walk
Sushi Spot - 1 min walk
About this property
Hotel Arcata
Hotel Arcata is a great choice for a stay in Arcata. After getting a workout at the fitness center, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
32 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Access to nearby health club
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Facilities
Fitness center
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Handrails in stairways
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower/tub combination
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per day
Policies
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Arcata offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Arcata does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Arcata?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Arcata?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hotel Arcata.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Arcata?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Arcata?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Blue Lake Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Arcata and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a fitness center and access to a nearby health club.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Arcata?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel Arcata like?
Hotel Arcata is in the heart of Arcata, a short 1-minute walk from Arcata Plaza and 8 minutes' walk from Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Reviews
Hotel Arcata Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
7.2
Amenities
8.8
Staff & service
8.0
Eco-friendliness
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The property's location offers easy access to a variety of excellent nearby restaurants and eateries. (13 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Popular mentions
Room
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Location
Restaurant
Historical
Bed
Towns
Square
Shower
Building
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2025
We stay here one night on our way farther up the coast. Very nice, big room.
Andrea
Andrea, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2025
Very nice older rustic hotel
Very nice, especially considering the age.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2025
Give it a try
Great historic hotel and great price. Right in the center of Arcata Plaza - so lots of cute shopping and restaurants. The sushi place connected to the hotel was tasty. The room we had suited our needs and the bathroom had great water pressure. Our "view" faced the other rooms and part of the roof which was a bummer but we also didn't hear any of the street noise.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 27, 2025
Enjoyable stay
An aging hotel that owners have done their best to update. No AC, but do you really need it in Arcata? It would be nice if the windows had screens.
We would stay again but only for one night.
Staff was very friendly and accommodating.
roger
roger, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 5, 2025
We had a good experience in a historical hotel. It was fun to step back in time for a little bit. The hotel staff was very helpful and courteous. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys something a bit different.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2025
I will book again
Historical building, small but clean room. Best water pressure I have ever experienced for a hotel stay, I will go back for it 100%. Very convenient location. Bed and Pillow have opportunity to improve.
Parth
Parth, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
So happy we could bring our kitten!
Built in 1915 and historic! Very neat place to stay with a restaurant/bar in the lobby. I like the touch of using a real key for your room. Weather was perfect in July and so much to do in the plaza!
Sierra
Sierra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
I've stayed here many times. Great place with a lot of character.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
Love that it’s an old hotel on the square that’s been restored.
Gwyn
Gwyn, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 28, 2025
Great location, uncomfortable beds
The desk staff was friendly and helpful. We originally had one room booked, but because of plumbing issues they had to put us into two separate rooms, which was fine. The beds were very uncomfortable. They need new mattresses. Carpets could also do with a refresh.
Kim
Kim, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2025
Convenient place to stay. Lots of good food and shopping nearby
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2025
Lovely old hotel. Super cool property, best location.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Excellent Historic Hotel
Hotel Arcata is a historic landmark, an older hotel, well-maintained. Some people might find the facilities a little "tight". The rooms are a bit smaller than average and the bathroom facilities are dated. However, in this case, this is actually part of the charm of the place but it might not be best for families.
As a solo traveler, I found the accommodations to be charming and the central location in the Arcata Plaza to be excellent with many shopping and eating options within walking distance.
There are other options for hotels locally but they lack the charm and sophistication of the Hotel Arcata. The staff here is excellent and very knowledgeable about the area so I would highly recommend this property with the caveats previously stated.
Jeff
Jeff, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Very cute property
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 6, 2025
Hotel located off the Town square, but still quiet. Original fixtures in this quaint older building.
Lindsay
Lindsay, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2025
Wonderful historic hotel with the best shopping on the square!
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Clean, quiet and lovely hotel. We will be back
Catherine
Catherine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2025
Great location.
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2025
I always stay at Hotel Arcata when visiting Arcata.
William
William, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 18, 2025
Nice historic lobby. Rooms need updating and refreshing. No air conditioning.
Debbie
Debbie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 17, 2025
I liked that the halls reminded me of the Overlook Hotel in The Shining
Shannan
Shannan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
Great stay
KERI
KERI, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 19, 2025
Great service
We had great service at Hotel Arcata. Our teen didn’t sleep well on the pull out sofa and the hotel helped us find a great fix. We really appreciate their quick and quality solution.
Wendy
Wendy, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 7, 2025
The location we thought was nice, but there were homeless people and other people in the downtown plaza all night, arguing and being very loud. Did not sleep much at all. The room was very nice, and the place was clean. The TV in the room did not work, and after informing the Hotel, they had no one to fix it and offered no discount or solutions.
MARTY
MARTY, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2025
I always look forward staying here when I'm visiting my daughter at Cal-Poly Humbolt.