East Arcata Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Arcata
Popular places to visit
Arcata Community Forest
Explore the great outdoors at Arcata Community Forest, a lovely green space in Arcata. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Arcata Plaza
You can learn about the history of Arcata when you stop by Arcata Plaza. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Cal Poly Humboldt State University
Explore the campus of Cal Poly Humboldt State University during your travels in Arcata. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Arcata Playhouse
You can enjoy a show at Arcata Playhouse during your stay in Arcata. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs
You can take time to visit Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs during your travels to Arcata. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Arcata Theatre Lounge
You can make plans for a show at Arcata Theatre Lounge on your trip to Arcata. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Eureka From Wood To Wonder!
Private Flying Dress Photography Experience with Rental Included
Our pick of the best East Arcata Hotel Deals
The Snoozzz Inn
"I did not stay. 1) place does not look like picture 2) door would not stay shut or lock 3) lady intox or drugs looking into window over bed I asked for a refund. They are giving me troubles to get refund. The next day, they called me to offer me a gift card to Dutch Bros for my troubles."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Bear River Casino Resort
"Awesome place, extremely comfortable."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Best Western Arcata Inn
"Loved it"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn
"Was surprised at the property and location. Not as plush as I expected from the pictures. Classic beach hotel and classic beach upkeep. The staff was great. The location was sketch. However the spa was lovely but chilly to get there."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Motel 6 Eureka, CA – Redwood Coast
"Excellent bed but not enough pillows for 2. Nice resolution t v and quiet effective air conditioning. Simple but well thought out accommodation."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Blue Lake Casino & Hotel
"The room was really nice."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in East Arcata
Pacific
While visiting Pacific, you might make a stop by sights like Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Azalea State Natural Reserve.
Jacoby Creek
While visiting Jacoby Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Baywood Golf And Country Club.
Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Arcata Plaza and Arcata Theatre Lounge.
Arcata Heights
While Arcata Heights isn't home to many top sights, Arcata Plaza and Humboldt State University Natural History Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Samoa Boulevard
If you're spending some time in Samoa Boulevard, Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs are top sights worth seeing.
