East Arcata
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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.
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.
Humboldt State University Natural History Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Humboldt State University Natural History Museum in 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.
Things to do
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Eureka From Wood To Wonder!
Private Flying Dress Photography Experience with Rental Included
Top hotels in East Arcata
Bear River Casino Resort
Do not recommend. They charged extra hidden fees.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn
The Oasis, the common outdoor area where the hot tub and social areas are located was simply exquisite, far exceeding expectations. Our overnight stay was not simply comfortable, but enjoyable which was an unexpected pleasure for an overnight stay on the road. We highly recommend. The free limousine ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Emerald Forest Cabins
Clean room. Staff was wonderful.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Arcata / Eureka - Airport Area by IHG
Nice clean room good amenities. The only complain breakfast was not stocked/preparred for the amount of people. You had to wait for things. Other than that they had good options.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Blue Lake Casino & Hotel
We enjoyed our stay although we only stayed the night casino was clean but did not get enough play time since we had to leave early. Stay was good for the price
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Bayshore Inn
Slider door needed weatherization. Wind blew against it and it rattled all night. Evidence of prior flood damage to bathroom door. Smelled like mold in bathroom.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Arcata
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, Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Arcata Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sunny Brae
While there might not be top attractions in Sunny Brae, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arcata Community Forest and Arcata Plaza.
California Heights
While California Heights isn't home to many top sights, Arcata Community Forest 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, Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs and Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center are top sights worth seeing.
Sunset
While Sunset isn't home to many top sights, Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Arcata Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
