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Carter House Inns

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A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a sofa and armchairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a bathroom with a bathtub and shower. - Carter House Inns (Eureka)
A row of Victorian-style houses with a central staircase, brick foundation, and a clear blue sky. - Carter House Inns (Eureka)
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Located close to Carson Mansion and Sequoia Park Zoo, Carter House Inns provides free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a fireplace in the lobby. In addition to a bar and a conference center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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A bedroom with a fireplace, a bed, a television, and a window with shutters.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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A Victorian-style house with a prominent front porch, a sign reading "Carter Cottage," and a staircase leading to the entrance.

Cottage (Carter)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a nightstand with a lamp and flowers.

Premium Queen 3

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A four-poster bed with a green throw blanket, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a small potted plant.

Deluxe King Studio Suite 22

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room 26

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Premium Queen 28

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a green throw blanket, a chair, a small table, and a fireplace in the background.

Grand King Suite 32

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A living room with a fireplace, a television, a sofa, a coffee table with wine glasses, and a cabinet.

Grand King Suite 33

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a nightstand with a lamp and flowers.

Premium Queen 6

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a nightstand with a lamp and flowers.

Premium Queen 7

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a nightstand with a lamp and flowers.

Premium Queen 27

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a nightstand with a lamp and flowers.

Premium Queen 29

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a nightstand with a lamp and flowers.

Premium Queen 210

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A four-poster canopy bed with a bench, a chair, and a table with a lamp in a room with wooden floors and a window with blinds.

Family Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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A living room with a wooden floor, a beige sofa, a round coffee table, and a wooden cabinet.

Exclusive Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a window with blinds.

Exclusive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly made bed with a patterned blanket, a wooden wardrobe, and a bedside lamp.

Exclusive Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Eureka, a neighborhood in Eureka, Carter House Inns is near the airport and near the bay. Carson Mansion and Arcata Plaza are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Samoa Dunes Recreation Area and Arcata Community Forest. Don't miss out on a visit to Sequoia Park Zoo. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Eureka travel guide
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301 L St, Eureka, CA, 95501

What's nearby

  • A large, ornate Victorian-style building with a prominent tower and multiple chimneys.
    Carson Mansion
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Clarke Historical Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Morris Graves Museum of Art
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • North Coast Repertory Theatre
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Blue Ox Millworks
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Eureka Station
    14 min walk
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    8 min walk
  • Kaptain’s Quarters
    10 min walk
  • Dutch Bros Coffee
    3 min walk
  • Lost Coast Brewery
    6 min walk
  • Witness Coffee Roasters
    6 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Old Carter Lounge
  • Restaurant 301

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • On the bay

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1987
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, 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 25.0 per stay

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per stay

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Carter House Inns pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 30 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Carter House Inns?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Carter House Inns?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Carter House Inns located?

Located in Downtown Eureka, this hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Carson Mansion and within 3 mi (5 km) of Bayshore Mall and Sequoia Park Zoo. Samoa Dunes Recreation Area and Cal Poly Humboldt State University are also within 9 mi (15 km). Eureka Station is 14 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Carter House Inns Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 709 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1003 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful restored Victorian. Excellent breakfast Wine and cocktail bar Lobby seating around a fireplace A favorite or ours
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Felt like you were a guest in there home. Property is beautiful and elegant. Staff is very friendly and helpful. We had a great time. Restaurants is amazing dinner and breakfast was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was outstanding! The vouchers for a cocktail each night in the fun bar was a very nice perk. The staff were knowledgeable of the area and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and staff. Nice little bar with excellent bartender. Good food in the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A great place to stay. Breakfast was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was lovely, staff was amazing, and the free cocktail was delicious! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Probably one of the best Inn or B&B experiences ever! And the chef for both breakfast and dinner is trained in French cooking. They make their own French pastries too! I had amazing dinners, and an extensive wine list. The bar is a great place to make friends!! Rentals come w free amazing breakfast and an evening adult beverage. So awesome!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My husband and I always enjoy staying at the Carter House. The staff and the food is AMAZING!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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got the last room in the property, well run family location and one of the few safe and quaint places to stay in Eureka
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Liked the clean room, staff, breakfast and dinner options at inn. Like the coffee and tea options in lobby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean and comfortable room. Nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Carter House was a delightful stop on our Redwoods trip. It is attractive, comfortable and calming-a real rest stop. We were treated to a free drink at the bar before dinner and met a delightful bartender who chatted with us. The dining room is very pleasant, the service was excellent and dinner and the free breakfast was delicious. Our rooms were small, but comfortable and attractive, and the fluffy robes in the bathroom were a plus. We were advised to splurge in Eureka and Carter House was definitely worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super stay. Very helpful staff, beautiful and clean property and rooms. Will be the only place we stay when we visit this area. Very good breakfast too!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Outstanding hotel and staff! It's quaint without the creaks and groans of an old hotel. Needed a small fridge for some medication that has to stay cold and it was in our room in minutes. The restaurant and the bar on-site are also award winning and deservedly so. Easy walk to old town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Carter House was an amazing experience. The staff were helpful and friendly and the food was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Terrific breakfast, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Everything is great, especially the order-to-cook breakfast choices. My only complain is the bed, it's too soft, and makes noise & shake every time you turns, one of us ended up slept on the floor.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel was like a step into the past. Excellent service and helpful staff. Cute and clean rooms, nice towels and amenities. Would be great for a couples getaway! Dining and front desk staff were attentive and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff and love the fact that they love fur babies!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The included breakfast was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We enjoyed our stay very much. Our room included 2 glasses of wine, The bartender made some great Mocktails for us as we do not drink alcohol, which was much appreciated. The staff were very friendly and gave good suggestions for dinner within walking distance, The location is not in the heart of the city but by the marina. There were a few homeless people in the area. The Breakfast Buffet was very good and we had a choice of extra hot dishes made to order. Very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, restaurant and bar were wonderful- a highlight for our stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We enjoyed the staff and the food for breakfast was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The General Manager, Troy, is one of the hardest working Hospitality Managers I have ever came across. During our stay, I saw him there morning, noon, and night. The owners are lucky to have a General Manager setting such a great example to all of their staff. We enjoyed the breakfast that was included with the stay, and enjoyed the complimentary drinks in the Inn’s bar. Nice conversations with other guests at the bar! Very close to the Carson Mansion and other amenities that come with the Old Town area. Some really great restaurants in walking distance of the Inn. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This adorable hotel is nestled in the heart of Eureka. The staff is so welcoming and friendly. The place is beautiful and cozy. From the entrance of the main hotel, to the little bar, all the way to the rooms and how cozy yet spacious they were. Everything about the hotel was perfect. Also, the water pressure on the shower head: perfection!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026