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Popular places to visit

Sequoia Park Garden

Sequoia Park Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Sequoia Park Garden, a lovely green space in Eureka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Sequoia Park Garden
Carson Mansion

Carson Mansion

Learn about the local history of Eureka when you take a trip to Carson Mansion. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Carson Mansion

Sequoia Park Zoo

Visit the animals who call Sequoia Park Zoo home during your travels in Eureka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Sequoia Park Zoo

Six Rivers National Forest Headquarters

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Six Rivers National Forest Headquarters during your travels in Eureka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Six Rivers National Forest Headquarters

Fort Humboldt State Historic Park

You can find out about the history of Eureka when you stop by Fort Humboldt State Historic Park. Wander around the natural setting or experience the area's art scene.

Fort Humboldt State Historic Park

St. Joseph Hospital Eureka

If St. Joseph Hospital Eureka is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Eureka.

St. Joseph Hospital Eureka

Activities

Eureka Scavenger Hunt: From Wood To Wonder!

Self-Guided Eureka Scavenger Hunt: Eureka From Wood To Wonder!

AU$19
per adult
Self-Guided Eureka Scavenger Hunt: Eureka From Wood To Wonder!
Eureka: Histories and Street Art Tour

Eureka: Histories and Street Art Tour

AU$241
per adult
Eureka: Histories and Street Art Tour
Private Flying Dress Photography Experience with Rental Included

Private Flying Dress Photography Experience with Rental Included

AU$835
per adult
Private Flying Dress Photography Experience with Rental Included
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Our pick of the best Freshwater Hotel Deals

Bear River Casino Resort

Bear River Casino Resort

3.5 out of 5
11 Bear Paws Way, Loleta, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Loleta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"Room felt like it should’ve been much more expensive. Beds were comfortable, everything clean. Casino floor was nice to see the separate smoking room. Late night food wasn’t that great at all. I did see different options of other guests had, like pizza, looked really good. Breakfast sandwiche was ..."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

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Bear River Casino Resort
Eureka Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Eureka Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3 out of 5
518 7th St, Eureka, CA
The price is AU$205 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$205
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star historic hotel in Eureka. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,017 reviews)
"Beautiful and well kept heirloom hotel. Many restaurants within walking distance."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Eureka Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn

Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn

3 out of 5
232 W 5th St, Eureka, CA
The price is AU$248 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$248
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Eureka. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"It was a nice room but the area was not that nice"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn
The Snoozzz Inn

The Snoozzz Inn

2.5 out of 5
1630 4th St, Eureka, CA
The price is AU$170 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
AU$170
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Eureka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Carson Mansion and Morris Graves Museum of Art are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (228 reviews)
"Safe and quiet and close to many amenities Staff courteous"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

The Snoozzz Inn
Blue Lake Casino & Hotel

Blue Lake Casino & Hotel

3.5 out of 5
777 Casino Way, PO Box 1128, Blue Lake, CA
The price is AU$245 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$245
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Blue Lake. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"I thought the grounds could be a little nicer"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Blue Lake Casino & Hotel
Clarion Hotel By Humboldt Bay

Clarion Hotel By Humboldt Bay

2.5 out of 5
2223 4th St, Eureka, CA
The price is AU$174 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$174
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Eureka. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Bed was excellent, friendly staff."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Clarion Hotel By Humboldt Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Freshwater

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Greenside Park

While Greenside Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carson Mansion and Sequoia Park Garden.

Greenside Park
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Old Town Eureka

Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Old Town Eureka. You might consider stopping by Clarke Historical Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Old Town Eureka
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Downtown Eureka

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Eureka, Carson Mansion and Morris Graves Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Eureka

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