We stayed in the Hideaway room. Every detail in the room was beautifully crafted. The entire property felt like you were immersed in a different world. We had a great time and would love to visit again. read more

The Front Porch Inn - Resorts Near Me - Arcata, California

I have stayed here AND photographed getting ready photos for an intimate elopement, and I can confidently say this is my favorite place to stay in California! In fact, everytime I capture a wedding in Redwoods NP, I come to this spot. The rooms definitely feel older, but are so cozy and have everything you need. The property is beautiful and surprisingly peaceful for being in town. The hot tubs and sauna are probably the best part, second only to the unique setting and rich gardens. I would definitely recommend staying here! read more

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I had a great time here last year, but this time I was here on a weekend. It was crowded, noisy (the walls are very thin between rooms), and the outdoor baths - when one was available - didn't have hot water. There's no staff on property, so when my door/key code didn't work and my room heater didn't turn off, I had to text and then wait for a somewhat cool response. The place is beautiful, the rooms are well-appointed, and the bed was very comfortable. If I try again, I'll come on a Wednesday. read more

Staying at the Front Porch Inn was our first time and we found it to be an incredible experience. We loved the theme of the Base Camp room, and the details of the decor were incredible. The outdoor setting was well designed with many options to enjoy and relax. read more

We stayed in the Basecamp and it was absolutely awesome. From the moment we pulled behind the gate and parked our car we were in awe. The owners did a good job on the landscape and nailed the oasis feel. The more we walked around the little compound the more we discovered and the more we loved this little private hotel. We will most definately be returning. read more

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I'm certain that this property is just right for some people. Soaking tubs and a landscape of ferns and bamboo and moss. There is a hippie vibe. However, I'm a senior now with mobility issues. All transactions are on your computer or phone. There is no one to greet you, or help you if you need assistance. You receive entry codes on your email, and then you get to figure out which code is for which transaction. I managed to figure out how to open the car gate and took one of the 4 secure parking places . I was lucky and got one of the spaces. Then I had to handle my luggage and get to my room. Fortunately, an employee's dog happened to get out and she accidentally met me. At that point, she actually did assist me to my room. The key was in a box with a code and the stairs were difficult. I walked in to find incense blowing in the room. The decor was unusual and in colors that were more jarring than welcoming. Rules for the kitchen: wash your own dishes. Does that mean that I would be using dishes washed by the previous occupant? Is there ice? Only if the previous occupant filled the ice cube tray. The shower was nice and large and dark. No top sheet on the bed, just a duvet, and it was actually comfy. I was afraid to use kitchen items as I paid a deposit. I had no map of the grounds to find the hot tub and sauna. There was a multi-paged book of instructions and information. I was not willing to go out for food and lose my protected parking space. My stay felt like staying with a grumpy and demanding old fashioned aunt with rules that keep you from making any kind of disorder. read more

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This is the best kept secret in Arcata. Loved everything about The Front Porch. It was magical. i can't say enough about how much we enjoyed ourselves. I would recommend The Front Porch to anyone looking for a quaint quiet extraordinary place to stay. You will just wish that you could stay longer read more

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Just stayed here in the Hideout room. Couldn't have enjoyed our stay more. The host has included everything necessary for a beautiful get away. Super quiet, far more relaxing than any other hotel space. The outdoor features are incredible & unique. Super accommodating hosts. Easy check in. Everything perfect. Highly recommend! read more

Our only regret is checking in pretty late in the evening and not having time to hang out another day! An absolutely beautiful property. As soon as you walk in you feel like you've entered a fairytale land. read more

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Our 1st time here and it was wonderful. The room was welcoming and cozy. The copper tub and sauna were great. Excited to come back again in the near future. read more

Very interesting place. The interior grounds, while very small and probably too small for the amount of rooms they are offered, are well kept. The rooms themselves, eh. Funky aesthetics and with our particular room, the cabin, the amount of accumulated dust was pretty shocking. The overall feel of the room was not that of thorough cleanliness. The location. Very deceptive marketing. It is in a neighborhood that just looks rough. Surrounded by dilapidated single family homes and low income apartment buildings. Overall, way too expensive for what you get and what was advertised. $1k + for two nights was too steep in my opinion and I was happy to check out and leave on Sunday morning. read more

such a unique tranquil place. loved all the little special additions around our accommodations and the little goodies left for our usesage in our "place". The courtyard was beautiful. Love the outdoor tubs. read more

I researched activities that teenagers love before I planned our latest family Vacation. Not surprisingly, going to Instagrammable places was near the top of the list. This place was a highlight for our four teenagers and such a fun quirky place and VERY uniquely Instagrammable. Everything was well thought out and very Organic but luxe feeling, in a weird, rustic kind of way. We had the Cabin and Basecamp and we loved every minute. My only regret was that we could not stay longer but the only thing cooler than this oasis were the Redwoods. read more

I got molluscum contagiosum from this place! I don't think they wash their towels in between guests nor do they ever clean the hot tubs. It took 4 months for it to go away! STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE! read more

We stayed in the "Lodge". There are two bedrooms, a well stocked kitchen and a very large living space that has a gorgeous redwood dining table. There are three TV's in the room, one in the living room and one in each bedroom. The deep copper tubs were the highlight for me! read more

This is such a cool place to stay. Every room is super unique! We stayed at Basecamp and you will not believe the attention to details from the tree above the kitchen table to the rock built shower. If you are into staying at places you will remember and make your friends jealous, we highly recommend The Front Porch. read more

Filthy. Gross. Miserable. Most everything was broken. Read the other one star reviews - they are 100% accurate.

I stayed here on a work trip while in the area. The inn is old and needs some updating. The $260 per night after tax rate for one person on a weeknight was not a good value in my experience. The photos and overly generous/complimentary 5 star reviews lead you to expect a nice relaxing resort but it did not meet my expectations. The neighborhood is a bit dreary and I felt I could not leave anything visible in my car when parking on the street overnight. The sauna was a big factor in choosing this place but was broken when I arrived and when I left. The bathroom sink was cracked and should be replaced, the light switch was broken, the remotes for the lights/fans were taped to hold the batteries in, furniture was in poor condition, TV did not have any service and so on. The garden was nice but not overly impressive and also small. The inn is close to the Arcata Marsh which is convenient for a nice morning walk. read more

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The Front Porch Inn is an absolutely beautiful and magical place. My husband and I came here for our honeymoon and we were back within a year. It's unique and romantic--we'd start the day with a quiet bath, make the complementary farm-fresh eggs for breakfast, explore the nearby redwoods during the day, and end the nights with another soak under the stars. A truly wonderful experience. read more

Someone has put a lot of love into this place. Every detail is well thought out. Easy place to be and right near the wonderful marsh.

I'm glad I didn't read any reviews prior to making our reservations for the Independence Day weekend. We had a lovely stay and experienced none of the negatives that other Yelpers complained about. Yes, the prices are on the high side and the breakfast offerings are sub-par. However, we found our room to be clean and quite comfortable. The amazing thing about the property is the presence of the outdoor tub grottoes. Someone put a serious amount of time and energy into creating their vision for relaxing spaces. This is the primary reason for staying at this establishment. The grottoes are first come first served but we always found a space when we looked. Location is a few blocks from downtown Arcata with a great Saturday farm market. Adjust your expectations and relax. We did and enjoyed ourselves very much. read more

The Front Porch Inn - Lush garden outside our room. - Resorts Near Me - Arcata, California

Boutique lodging with a very unique outdoor spa experience... This place is a dream. One of those dreams that you never want to wake up from. Stopped here for a few nights on a trip to the Redwood Forest. There are only a few rooms so it's perfect for those looking for a quieter place to stay. What drew me in was definitely their outdoor spa area. Feels like you're somewhere in a tropical jungle very far away from everything. But in actuality you're in a large city next to all the conveniences life has to offer. There are several different private outdoor bathtubs. Some for singles and others can fit more. Each one offers a door for complete privacy. Not just a door, but a piece of art made from redwood. There's also waterfall features allowing your warm water to cascade into your bathtub. The thoughtfulness nature of the designers shows everywhere. These spaces are truly sacred. Picture yourself in warm water, under the night sky surrounded by real fern walls. It's amazing... read more

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We visited the front porch inn for my husbands birthday. We stayed in the sun drop and it was absolutely amazing! When you arrive you would never know the oasis hidden behind the fence. Although they have limited parking, street parking was just as convenient. They are located about one block from the marsh which has some fantastic walking trails. And they are located within walking distance to Arcata square for shopping, events, food, and of course the farmers market! They are pet friendly and the Sun Drop is the perfect room for dogs. It is hidden in the back which is very convenient. The tubs are open 24 Hours a day and this was great for us since we are more of night people rather then morning people. We will definitely be back here and will recommend it to all of our friends. Pro tip: both the copper tubs are not the same! They have different seating. I included pictures of both. Try both we found one more comfortable then the other. read more

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We had the best time here! We stayed in the "hangout" which had a bedroom, living area, kitchen, and bathroom. Great care was taken to ensure all products were hypo allergenic, there was no shortage of towels to be used in the sauna and outdoor baths, and the kitchen came completely stocked with every gadget you could want including farm fresh eggs in the fridge! It was so wonderfully cozy and quaint. The courtyard was to die for! All wood, ferns, moss, and stone surrounding a gorgeous sauna and the cutest outdoor tubs you ever saw. This Michigander felt right at home like I was up north in a cabin. The check-in and check-out procedures were simple and easy, the quality of the room and property was exceptional, and the location was perfect for anyone looking for northern California treasures. I can't wait to go back!! read more

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This place is amazing. Super private and relaxing. Must experience to appreciate. The sauna is HOT and available 24 hours a day. They also have outdoor copper soaking tubs...big enough for two. A very tranquil destination with some very good restaurants to try within walking distance. This is my new go to every time I am in Humboldt County read more

An adorable and tranquil inn, an absolute gem nestled in an unassuming neighborhood in an unassuming town. The area is very quiet and close to Eureka, many good spots on the coast, and countless miles of beautiful forest hikes. Each room has a small kitchen with a fridge, small stove and oven, and coffee making supplies. The spa and common areas are beautifully maintained, you'll never want to get out of the outdoor soaking tubs! Our only regret was that we only got to stay one night. read more

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This is an idyllic place to stay, whether for a one night respite from driving to the glorious five night retreat we savored here. Convenient access to town, yet a world away once you enter the "front porch" into an oasis that thoughtfully recreates the glorious redwoods and lush ferns so unique to California's north coast. The soaking tubs are even more luxurious than the photos, the rooms aesthetically charming and well equipped. The staff we briefly interacted with were kind and helpful. I just can't say enough good things about this place, except that will certainly return one day! read more

It's a bohemian, hidden sanctuary filled with lush gardens and outdoor spa amenities. There are so many originally crafted details from reclaimed wood and stone and there are little waterfalls everywhere. You would never guess, from the outside how special it is! Once you walk in the front gate, you're immersed in a gentle tranquility. It's almost like something out of a Tolkien novel. Service is friendly, welcoming and seamless. The rooms and suites are unique, cozy and comfortable with a touch of whimsy. read more

Whole experience was 100- we stayed in Riverbed- loved it- copper soak tub, comfy bed, extra extension cord, tv's in bedroom and living room, cute kitchen set up, fresh eggs & cider in room to greet us- beautiful forest atmosphere- felt like a hobbit - how the water in tub came out of a log- the moss walls & bamboo walls; so beautiful- shower, bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, living room. how we didn't have to deal with anyone- no one texted me "hey it's time for you to leave" - no one was too loud- sheets were amazing. whole asthetic was amazing great for our anniversary get away !! read more

We loved this place. We chose the forrest glade room. It was cozy. There is a kitchen which is nice, they provided fresh eggs for us and other things. even though we did not cook there, love the possibility for future visits. We booked directly from their website, but they also do airbnb. As an airbnb you are responsible for cleaning why you use, which is ok to us. The bed was comfortable, The bathhouse areas are nice, we were able to use the copper tubs both nights The place is relaxing, close to businesses and the owners were very responsive when needed. We would recommend this place and hope to come back soon read more

We stayed here a few times one year for my birthday and in July for our anniversary, It is so beautiful and tranquil. Hot tubs are amazing, staff and service was great. The rooms are awesome! Such detail and time put into these creative built rooms Thank You Front Porch for all your hard work you put into this amazing place! read more

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This place was so pleasant! We stayed for 3 nights and had such a wonderful time! The tubs were as hot as you could stand it and the studio was cute and functional. We drove around the days we were there so we wanted a place to cook a little at and to stay overnight at, this place fit the bill! All the plants and the ferns were so adorable! Can't wait to go back!!! read more

An oasis! Room was super clean and details were so thoughtful and elegantly done. It's easy to forget where you are and just relax into the scenery created. You can tell the Front Porch Inn is a true labor of love. A gem! Definitely worth recommending! read more

The rooms here were cute and clean, but this place is all about the baths and the sauna! Incredibly well done decor with unique and crafty woodwork and Moss and ferns everywhere. Felt like you were in the middle of the Woods in a Japanese spa! Location was an easy walk to downtown where we had great sushi takeout and yummy coffees in the morning. Owners were very responsive and we would definitely come back read more

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This place is absolutely adorable. My sister and I had the most relaxing stay here, in the base camp room. We were having such a great time, we went ahead and stayed a second night, even though she has a home in Arcata! We can't wait to bring our boyfriends back for anoyher stay. There were many others staying the same nights as us, but the inn is so private, we somehow still felt like we practically had the place to ourselves. We had the pleasure of running into one the owners on our way out the last day. His enthusiasm for what they are trying to do here at this sanctuary was absolutely contagious. I highly recommend that you consider treating yourself to a stay at the beautiful Front Porch Inn. read more

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We stayed here to celebrate or engagement and had a great time. The baths were very private and felt amazing. The bed was unbelievably comfortable. I would recommend it for a relaxing getaway. read more

Had a wonderful one night stay and wished we could have stayed another night! Tubs and sauna were amazing and all the details and amenities in the rooms were fabulous. Super comfy bed, lovely touches. Hard to believe you're right in Arcata! Soaking in a tub while watching the geese fly over will be a long lasting memory. read more

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ZERO compassion for other humans while trying to come off as a zen retreat, this business is the WORST I've ever dealt with. A week before our reservation, my very young daughter broke her foot in a freak accident. Because of this, we needed to cancel our plans (which were for a mid week, off season, 2 night stay). While I acknowledge a cancelation can be difficult for a small business, the front desk person was less than compassionate with our situation. Not only did I not receive any refund for our stay (which amounted to over $1,000 for a Wednesday and Thursday night!) but I just found another erroneous charge on our card for nearly $50. This will all be contested with my credit card company and I hope this review helps to warn other potential guests. read more

My only regret was that I only booked one night. I found this Inn for an overnight stay to attend a business event in the area. I plan to come back and explore the area for a few days as soon as possible. I stayed in the Zen Den. The room was clean and comfortable and was decorated to provide the ZEN vibe. The the kitchenette was fully stocked with everything you need to make your own meals. Fresh eggs in the fridge and teas/cocoa and instant oatmeal were a delight. This place is unique and a nice change from the regular motel scene. The gardens were lush and flowers were everywhere. Even though I was there only one night I was able to enjoy the hidden tubs for a cold and hot soak. I didn't have time to try the sauna but I peaked in the door and it was very inviting. read more

My friend and I stumbled across this inn when looking for a coastal place to stay for the weekend. I am so happy we stayed here! The hosts are very kind and responsive. The rooms are cozy and very clean. The highlight of the location for me was the outdoor tubs and sauna. Such a nice way to unwind and relax in a private setting. I will definitely be staying here again. read more