Hotel Arcata

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Arcata Plaza

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Lobby sitting area
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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708 9th St, Arcata, CA, 95521
  • Place, Arcata Plaza
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Arcata Theatre Lounge
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cal Poly Humboldt State University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Full

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Triple Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Business Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Arcata

Hotel Arcata is adjacent to popular attractions such as Arcata Plaza and Arcata Theatre Lounge. This 32-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Arcata Plaza - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Arcata Theatre Lounge - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cal Poly Humboldt State University - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Arcata Community Forest - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Eureka Station - 13 min drive
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Renata's Creperie - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Arcata Pizza & Deli - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bencharong Thai House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dead Reckoning - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Salt Fish House - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Arcata

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Arcata Plaza
Guests staying at Hotel Arcata enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a hair salon. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a vending machine and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Phones and ironing boards are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Arcata Hotel
Hotel Arcata Arcata
Hotel Arcata Hotel Arcata

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Arcata?

Hotel Arcata provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Arcata?

As of Oct 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Arcata on Nov 1, 2025 start from $115.0, 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.

What is there to do within easy reach of Hotel Arcata?

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Arcata, just steps from Arcata Plaza and Arcata Theatre Lounge, and within a short walk of Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs. You'll also find Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Arcata Playhouse less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hotel Arcata?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Hotel Arcata include a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Arcata doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Arcata?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Arcata good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include bay views.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Arcata?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Arcata have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Arcata serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Hotel Arcata allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Hotel Arcata for a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Arcata?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Hotel Arcata?

The closest major airport to Hotel Arcata is Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka), which is 8.2 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Arcata?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Arcata.

Hotel Arcata Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 316 out of 739 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 739 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 739 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 739 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 739 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Not awful, but I would not return

This is a historic hotel that could be so much better than it is, with only a minimal amount of effort. Rooms and interior spaces are dated and stuffy. Window could not be propped open, no screens in place, either. Complimentary breakfast was worthless, and not worth sticking around for. Zero care went in to limiting the use of plastics or single use utensils, etc. On a positive note, front desk staff was very kind and professional, both at check-in and check out. Location and free parking in front also good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Traveled with family
Excellent location Historic and well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James A

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very old, outrageously cool. Fantastic customer service!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori Ann

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! We were in town to see the Crabs and it was the PERFECT location!❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Korina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A charming historic property and a great location right on the Square. Good rate for the quality.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

MARTY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sierra

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

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!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neeraja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kendall

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A dump

Dusty rub down room with no central air or heat. Staff offered a space heater and to open windows if it got hot. Couldn’t open the bathroom door because toilet was in the way. Way way way overpriced for the conditions offered.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

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

Needs Work

We enjoyed being in Arcata, with its great shops and dining options and a wonderful grocery store right up the street. However I felt the hotel could have amped up their game. The breakfast options were lackluster, the breakfast area was cold and devoid of anything comfortable. The layout of our room was haphazard. I had nothing on my side of the bed to put my iPad or phone on. The desk people were not very welcoming or warm, they hardly even smiled. All in all, not the best experience.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Cool vibe. Obnoxiously loud people all throughout the night😢
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic building in a great location. Everything about the room except TV & bed was a time capsule from the early to mid 20th century, it appears. If you appreciate historic sites, you will find this place a good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Travis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is really cool from an architectural/historic perspective. The staff was nice and the room was clean as was the property. The breakfast was extremely limited and as we arrived in the morning one of the homeless people had just finished emptying the entire stock of toast and walking off. I was traveling with a child which got to witness 3 inebriated vagrants get into a fight while yelling obscenities in the town square in front of the hotel. Not an hour later, from our room we couldn't ignore the screams of yet another fight that had broke out between a woman and another vagrant which involved more obscenities. This is not a direct reflection of the hotel but it appears the local authorities are okay with allowing this behavior to go on in the area, day and night, as families try to go about their business.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Debbie

Traveled with family
Nice historic lobby. Rooms need updating and refreshing. No air conditioning.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good place, given the value price. Bed mattress/pad was a bit soft, felt slanted. Antique shower would be a challenge for older people. Small round toilet bowl: tiny for anyone over 5'9". Breakfast barebones. Area around hotel: not much activity other than homeless people in square and alley behind hotel. Quiet after 10pm though, except for some younger people screaming argument at 1:30am in alley.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Seneca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel located off the Town square, but still quiet. Original fixtures in this quaint older building.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed here many times. Great place with a lot of character.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025