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Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt

Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt
2.0 star property
Pacific
6.8 out of 10, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean rooms, staff were helpful, offered plenty of parking, overall good place to stay for basic amenities."
United States
Andres
The price is ￥14,882
￥16,668 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt
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Super 8 by Wyndham Eureka

Super 8 by Wyndham Eureka
2.0 star property
Downtown Eureka
7.4 out of 10, Good, (860 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 ￥17,685
￥19,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Super 8 by Wyndham Eureka
Rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free), 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 ￥19,873
￥22,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Travelodge 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, (283 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 ￥14,868
￥16,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Studio 6 Eureka, CA – Old Town
WiFi (free), 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room great staff"
Canada
Kevin
The price is ￥13,776
￥15,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Motel 6 Eureka, CA – Redwood Coast
Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free), rollaway beds (surcharge)

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 ￥24,701
￥28,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Super 8 by Wyndham Fortuna
Courtyard

View Crest Lodge

View Crest Lodge
2.5 star property
Trinidad
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (767 reviews)
"Excellent location and lovely cabin with a great view. "
United States
Marta
The price is ￥35,232
￥41,221 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
View Crest Lodge
Comfort Room, Multiple Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free)

Bigfoot Motel

Bigfoot Motel
2.5 star property
Willow Creek
6.8 out of 10, (238 reviews)
"They refunded immediately after our booking error, honest with us."
United States
Eric
The price is ￥12,826
￥14,622 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Bigfoot Motel
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Travel Inn

Travel Inn
2.5 star property
Fortuna
7.4 out of 10, Good, (158 reviews)
"Wonderful stay with comfortable room, and a relaxing atmosphere."
United States
Bidisha
The price is ￥16,046
￥17,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Travel Inn
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Top Arcata Hotel Reviews

Super 8 by Wyndham Arcata

Super 8 by Wyndham Arcata

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic hotel with courteous staff and a relaxing atmosphere loved my stay kiosk did a great job and jay from texas"
Ivan 1-night trip
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Super 8 by Wyndham Arcata

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Arcata Motels information

Number of reviews
4,306
Accommodation
10 Motels
Lowest Price
￥14,622
Highest Price
￥41,221

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Arcata?
If you can't find a motel in Arcata, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from over 114 hotels and other accommodations. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transportation.
What is a motel?
At many motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Arcata?
Here are some of our customers' favorite motels to book 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 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 parking. Located 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from the heart of Arcata. Studio 6 Eureka, CA – Old Town: Central Arcata is 6.3 mi (10.2 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a kitchenette. Super 8 by Wyndham Fortuna: 20.2 mi (32.5 km) from the heart of Arcata. Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and 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, Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge, and Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center. 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 roadtrip, 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 temp of 59°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 48°F. The rainiest months in Arcata are December, March, January, and February, with each month seeing an average of 7 inches of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Arcata when 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) away from the heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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