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Best Western Arcata Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel in Arcata with free breakfast and a 24-hour business center

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi
Exterior
Lobby
Best Western Arcata Inn offers a peaceful escape in Pacific. Guests enjoy a hearty breakfast buffet each morning before unwinding in the garden or soaking in the spa tub. The hotel provides high-speed WiFi and both indoor and outdoor pools for complete relaxation.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.2 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Pacific, a neighborhood in Arcata, Best Western Arcata Inn is in a shopping district. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Azalea State Natural Reserve and Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center, while Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Arcata Theatre Lounge are cultural highlights. Los Bagels and Mad River Hatchery are also worth visiting.
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Map
4827 Valley West Blvd, Arcata, CA, 95521

What's nearby

  • Cal Poly Humboldt State University - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Arcata Theatre Lounge - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Arcata Plaza - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Arcata Community Forest - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Eureka Station - 15 min drive
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fogline Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Toni's 24 Hour Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Six Rivers Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Patricks House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Best Western Arcata Inn

Hotel located in Pacific
Consider a stay at Best Western Arcata Inn and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a garden, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free WiFi in public areas, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in the lobby and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Access to a nearby health club, express check-out, and multilingual staff
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 61 rooms have amenities such as WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 43-inch LCD TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and phones

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1984
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0 (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Arcata Inn
Best Western Arcata
Best Western Arcata Inn
Best Western Arcata Hotel Arcata
Best Western Arcata Inn Hotel
Best Western Arcata Inn Arcata
Best Western Arcata Inn Hotel Arcata

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Arcata Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Is Best Western Arcata Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 35 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Best Western Arcata Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Arcata Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western Arcata Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Best Western Arcata Inn located?

Located in Pacific, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Azalea State Natural Reserve, Cal Poly Humboldt State University, and Humboldt State University Natural History Museum. Arcata Theatre Lounge and Los Bagels are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Best Western Arcata Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 476 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 333 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

HONGYANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
rooms were spacious and clean. had a decent variety for breakfast and the hot tub was nice after a day of hiking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice pool, large grassy area, decent parking, very nice breakfast - large breakfast area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night 2 Queen bed with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aditya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good place to stay when visiting Redwoods area
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillury

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Room was large, comfortable. Attractive grounds. Easy parking. Large breakfast set-up. Convenient to the Redwoods Nat Forest as well as Humboldt. Would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Windee

Staff is wonderful, room is very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is quiet, clean, reasonably priced and dog friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shout out to Ash at the front desk for providing some of the most genuine and best customer service I have ever experienced anywhere, honestly made our stay that much better! :) The rooms are extremely clean, have soft towels, and super comfy beds! Definitely will be staying here again next time I’m in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always good service with areasonably decent breakfast. Perfect for our needs. Tesla ev chargers across the street works with adapter.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Liked: Amenities
Was a good stop.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location if you are going to Cal Poly Humboldt in Arcata, CA. There is a grocery store near by and food options. The staff was friendly and the complementary breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
family oriented
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big room, clean and quiet. The breakfast is ok, typical American style.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable. Easy access.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hensley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night on our coastal Hwy trip/ it was perfect. Clean, friendly staff, easy check-in, great breakfast, easy parking, walkable to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cookies, cookies, cookies
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A fine stay, but no mention of the renovation, nor that the pool and spa would be closed during our stay – a detail we likely would have used to make other lodging plans.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property close to everything staff was friendly and fast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

TIMOTHY

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Average old motel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed a few days last month for Cal Poly Humboldt graduation and it was a short drive from the university. It was clean and quaint and would definitely return again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Debra

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our room smelled moldy and there were bugs living in the sink, had to leave a day early cause I couldnt stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan & Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and staff was nice. Breakfast area was clean and well stocked.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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