About this property
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this hotel is located in the city center of Arcata, California. A restaurant and bar are featured on site. Each guest room here comes with a cable TV and a coffee machine. The private bathrooms are equipped with a cast-iron claw foot bath and a brass showerhead. A 24-hour front desk, meeting or banquet facilities, and vending machines can all be found at this hotel. Free WiFi access is provided at Hotel Arcata. A number of dining and shopping options can be reached within 5 minutes’ walk. Humboldt State University is 12 minutes’ walk from the hotel.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Roy
United States“Nice old hotel right on the town square. Street parking. Big room, high ceiling. Claw foot tub.” - Elizabeth United States“This hotel is in the perfect location! We had a great view of the square and it was super easy to get everywhere. Parking was easy ( because of the parking pass).”
- Becky United States“The location is great -- walk to many attractive shops and restaurants, plus the University is not far. It's a charming old-style hotel. We've stayed here many times over the past couple of decades.”
- Bridget United States“Great location right on the square. Helpful staff. Nice historical vibe.”
- Raymond United States“We were in Arcata for brother’s bday. The hotel was the perfect location. Very nice accommodations. Comfortable bed and very roomy for a historical building.”
- Sarina United States“Beautiful historic building. It’s right on the plaza downtown. Perfect location and Cafe Tomo’s food is delicious!”
- Betsy United States“Classic hotel! Historic photos on hallway walls. Height of ceilings!! Location!! A bit noisy on Saturday night, but not too bad!”
- Mark United States“I liked the old and comfortable feel of the Hotel Arcata and the Japanese Seafood restaurant adjacent to the property on the ground floor.”
- Mary United States“Location! Smack right at the center of downtown. Love the history of the place and the characteristics of the room. The water pressure of the shower was strong. Had several big windows in my room that gave lots of light and fresh air during my stay.”
- Debora United States“Location is great and always such a welcome place to stay near the end of my annual road trip. My late husband and I enjoyed being there at the end of our camping trips in the Trinity Alps. I appreciate that dogs are always welcome there.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A damage deposit of $100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
