Hotel Arcata, Arcata

Hotel Arcata - A historic downtown hotel near hiking trails, wildlife sanctuaries, and an onsite Japanese restaurant

Hotel Arcata, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, occupies a central location in Arcata's downtown near the Plaza. The property features rooms such as Plaza Suites with king beds, fold-out sofas, and peek-a-boo bay views, as well as Mini Suites with dual sleeping areas and Business Suites with separate workspaces-all equipped with flat-screen TVs and in-room coffee. Guests dine at Tomo Japanese Restaurant onsite, serving locally sourced seafood and sushi, or visit nearby Café Brio for organic pastries and coffee. The hotel provides complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi and gym passes to a nearby fitness center, along with access to the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary, just 0.5 km away. Activities include hiking in the Arcata Community Forest (3 km), surfing at Moonstone Beach (15 km), and exploring tide pools at Patrick's Point State Park (25 km). The front desk assists with local event details, including the Saturday Farmer's Market outside the hotel.

Pros

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places with a central downtown location.

Onsite Tomo Japanese Restaurant featuring locally sourced seafood and sushi.

Complimentary gym passes to a nearby fitness center with a 25-yard pool.

Proximity to the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary (0.5 km) and Community Forest (3 km).

Cons

Street parking only, with no dedicated hotel parking.

Some suites may not accommodate rollaway beds; advance arrangements are required.