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Carter House Inns

3.5 star property
Beach fun, near Carson Mansion

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Grande Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk
Lobby lounge
Grand King Suite 32 | Jetted tub
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Front of property - evening/night
Carter House Inns is minutes from Sequoia Park Zoo and Bayshore Mall. Guests enjoy a praised continental breakfast, relax by the lobby fireplace, or use the complimentary in-room WiFi. The helpful staff is particularly appreciated by visitors.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Cottage (Carter) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Cottage (Carter)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Premium Queen 3

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Deluxe King Studio Suite 22

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room 26 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Deluxe Double Room 26

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Premium Queen 28

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Jetted bathtub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Grand King Suite 32

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Grand King Suite 33

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Premium Queen 6

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Premium Queen 7

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Premium Queen 27

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Jetted bathtub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Premium Queen 29

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Premium Queen 210

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Family Suite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Exclusive Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Exclusive Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Exclusive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Exclusive Room

Exclusive Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Exclusive Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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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.
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301 L St, Eureka, CA, 95501

What's nearby

  • Carson Mansion - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sequoia Park Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Sequoia Park Garden - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Six Rivers National Forest Headquarters - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Bayshore Mall - 5 min drive - 2.7 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
  • ‪Tandoori Bites Indian Cuisine - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lost Coast Brewery - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Carter House Inns

Hotel near Carson Mansion
Located close to Sequoia Park Zoo and Bayshore Mall, 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 health club, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and concierge services
  • A banquet hall, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Carter House Inns boast perks such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free newspapers.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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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

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Wine tasting room

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • On the bay

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • 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
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • 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 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

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

Property is also known as

Carter House
Carter House Eureka
Carter House Inns
Carter House Inns Eureka
House Carter
Carter House Inns Hotel Eureka
Carter House Inns Inn Eureka
Carter House Inns Inn
Carter House Inns Hotel
Carter House Inns Eureka
Carter House Inns Hotel Eureka

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 at Carter House Inns?

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 beach 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.

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