About this property
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this hotel is located in the city centre 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Mackenzi
United States
“Noise was reasonable especially after 10p. Easy on/off access to Hwy.” - Chris
United States
“Hotel Arcata is a staple in beautiful Arcata. I've stayed there periodically over the years and it's always impressed and been dead reliable. The closure of TJs and the other bar leaves a bit of a hole on that side of the square (and it's been...” - Tracy
United States
“The Sushi Restaurant in the lobby was a fantastic bonus! Bed was cozy, room was comfy. The breakfast options in the morning were really nice.” - Susanna
United States
“Very charming inside, felt like we were stepping back in time. Tall ceilings, great woodwork, plaster walls, radiators. Right on the plaza, but we had no noise issues all night on a Sunday night in August. Beds were comfortable.” - Bridget
Ireland
“Centrally located and full of charm and character. A lovely hotel with a great respect for history. Breakfast was basic and good. Staff friendly.” - Arwen
United States
“This is a vintage hotel with lots of old-fashioned character but updated for modern comfort and safety.” - Mary
United States
“Breakfast was simple. English muffins, cereals, yogurt some fruit coffee and tea.” - Christoph
Finland
“clean, nostalgic, old style, in the center of the city” - Patricia
Canada
“Location was excellent being right on the plaza. It was like going back in time but in a good way.” - Marylou
France
“We had a really pleasure stay in the arcata hotel. Nearly the theatre , the artistic heart of.the town. We ll be back for sure ☺️ in this beautiful vintage hotel”
Hotel surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.






The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification 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 US$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 via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.