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24 Jul - 26 Jul
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31 Jul - 2 Aug
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14 Aug - 16 Aug
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11 Sept - 13 Sept

Our top choices for Arcata motels

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Eureka, CA – Redwood Coast

Motel 6 Eureka, CA – Redwood Coast
2.0 star property
Eureka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,026 reviews)
"Clean room great staff"
Canada
Kevin
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Motel 6 Eureka, CA – Redwood Coast
Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Travelodge by Wyndham Eureka

Travelodge by Wyndham Eureka
2.0 star property
Downtown Eureka
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean and affordable"
United States
Carlos
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Travelodge by Wyndham Eureka
Lobby

Super 8 by Wyndham Eureka

Super 8 by Wyndham Eureka
2.0 star property
Downtown Eureka
7.4 out of 10, Good, (857 reviews)
"We need to leave early so we didn’t eat the breakfast and parking lot is nice and safe "
United States
Nick
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Super 8 by Wyndham Eureka
Coffee/tea maker, microwave, oven, stovetop

Studio 6 Eureka, CA – Old Town

Studio 6 Eureka, CA – Old Town
2.0 star property
Downtown Eureka
7.8 out of 10, Good, (281 reviews)
"Was ok basic motel. Check in process was silly. And motel to expensive for what it is. Good location for old town."
United States
niall
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Studio 6 Eureka, CA – Old Town
Lobby

Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt

Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt
2.0 star property
Pacific
6.8 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean rooms, staff were helpful, offered plenty of parking, overall good place to stay for basic amenities."
United States
Andres
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt
Courtyard

View Crest Lodge

View Crest Lodge
2.5 star property
Trinidad
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (766 reviews)
"Excellent location and lovely cabin with a great view. "
United States
Marta
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
View Crest Lodge
Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Super 8 by Wyndham Fortuna

Super 8 by Wyndham Fortuna
2.0 star property
Fortuna
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet - great for an overnight stay"
United States
Alea
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Super 8 by Wyndham Fortuna
Comfort Room, Multiple Beds

Bigfoot Motel

Bigfoot Motel
2.5 star property
Willow Creek
6.6 out of 10, (236 reviews)
"They refunded immediately after our booking error, honest with us."
United States
Eric
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Bigfoot Motel
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Travel Inn

Travel Inn
2.5 star property
Fortuna
7.4 out of 10, Good, (157 reviews)
"Wonderful stay with comfortable room, and a relaxing atmosphere."
United States
Bidisha
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Travel Inn
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Top Arcata Hotel Reviews

The Snoozzz Inn

The Snoozzz Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Overall stay was great. No microwave in the kitchenette was a bummer"
Christy 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
The Snoozzz Inn

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Arcata Motels information

Number of reviews
6,327
Accommodation
10 Motels
Lowest Price
€79
Highest Price
€164

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Arcata?
If you're having a hard time finding motels in Arcata, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let Expedia help you find something similar from over 113 lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What is a motel?
At most motels, you're likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the car park. In the US, motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Arcata?
These are some of our customers' top motels in the larger area. Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt: Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Cal Poly Humboldt State University. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Motel 6 Eureka, CA – Redwood Coast: Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Central Arcata is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) away. Super 8 by Wyndham Eureka: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Located 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from the heart of Arcata. Super 8 by Wyndham Fortuna: Central Arcata is 20.2 mi (32.5 km) away. A business centre along with freebies such as breakfast, WiFi and self-parking are available during your stay. Studio 6 Eureka, CA – Old Town: 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from the heart of Arcata. Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Arcata?
Visitors to Arcata have good things to say about its shops, beaches and forests. Take time to enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're sightseeing in the area. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Arcata Community Forest, Mad River Beach County Park and Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Los Bagels. To learn more about local history, take some time at Arcata Theatre Lounge and Arcata Playhouse.
What's the weather like in Arcata?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Arcata to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 15°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 9°C. The rainiest months in Arcata are December, March, January and February, with each month seeing an average of 190 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Arcata while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Arcata to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka), which is located 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from the heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.