Pacific Travel Guide
Arcata
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Arcata Playhouse
You can enjoy a show at Arcata Playhouse during your stay 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 Pacific
Best Western Arcata Inn
"Loved it"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Arcata
"The staff is super friendly and very helpful. The property is dated but well maintained. My only issue was due to being a woman traveler, the doors to the room wings do not close all the way and were not locked, so anyone off the street can wander in."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Comfort Inn Arcata - Humboldt Area
"Breakfast"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Arcata
"Arrived and was surprised that it was a remote check-in, but that went without any problems. Next morning had breakfast and the gentleman that managed the breakfast room was extremely friendly, helpful and went beyond to make the stay more comfortable. He also informed of local events for the next ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt
"Book this hotel. Don’t let the low prices fool you. Rooms and property are very clean, and all looks new. Amenities are not in abundance at any motel 6, but the coffee machine in the lobby was great and the check-in kiosk was really cool. They are simple rooms but they are nice. Fridge and microwave ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata
"Overall great place to stay."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Pacific
Jacoby Creek
While visiting Jacoby Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Baywood Golf And Country Club.
Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Arcata Plaza and Arcata Playhouse.
East Arcata
East Arcata might not have many top sights, but Arcata Plaza and Arcata Community Forest are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Arcata Heights
While Arcata Heights isn't home to many top sights, Arcata Plaza 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, Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs are top sights worth seeing.
