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    4.5 (60 reviews)
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    Deanna C.

    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.

    An unusual color scheme
    Judith S.

    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.

    Chris M.

    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.

    Bathroom sink. Unbelievable

    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

    Taped remote

    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.

    Lush garden outside our room.
    Casey T.

    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.

    In front of our room ~ lush on top of lush

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    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.

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    Hotel Arcata - Old fashioned decor, including black and white photos from Arcata history.

    Hotel Arcata

    2.8(151 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    •$$

    I've now stayed here twice It is literally the only hotel in…read moredowntown Arcata. It is walking distance to my son's dorm room. It is walking distance to restaurants, coffee, shops, and bars It is walking distance to lovely hikes in the redwoods and walks along the arcata Marsh. There are Airbnb's in the area, which I may try one day, who knows There are other hotels that are really close by car. Either two exits north or about 10 minutes south in Eureka. I chose this because of location It is over 100 years old Although some may say it needs updating, I think it's kept some of the old charm yet the beds are comfortable. The rooms are clean and the service is spectacular. Everybody who works here is extremely kind No, you're not getting a five diamond resort, which I do prefer. I generally stay at higher end Marriott properties, but that is not an option in this town. I see people saying negative things about noise and homeless. As far as that goes, I've been lucky enough to have rooms facing inside versus the street so noise has not been an issue. The walls are not them, but the gaps under the doors and the thin windows are a factor. Yes they are homeless but they're different from what I see in Southern California down here. The homeless are scary in Arcata. The homeless are fun and interesting to talk to and super kind. I do park my car outside on the street and while I usually am afraid that something will happen in my car I'm not afraid here. Yes, they have a breakfast that's included, but really don't waste your time. I tried it one day thought about trying at the second day and then decided to find somewhere else to eat. Take a chance You will either hate it or love it

    We stayed for 2 nights to watch soccer games on Thursday and Sunday. When we checked in the man at…read morethe front counter was not very friendly. The first night we stayed we were up pretty much most of the night by homeless digging through the garage cans. The 2nd night we were up most of the night by homeless screaming. This is not a place you want to stay if you need a good night sleep!! Would not stay here again!!

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    Redwood Coast Cabins & Rv Resort - Cabin C-6

    Redwood Coast Cabins & Rv Resort

    2.4(114 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    Cons; there are a few cons. 1. The camp host nowhere to be…read morefound, no sign, no answering of phones.. 2. The long term/ permanent RV's in the back of the site were creepy broken windows and looked abandoned, along with the broken down Xterra by the bathrooms. 3. Cob webs all over inside the Cabin. I mean just a quick vacuum with an extension and poof they would be gone.. 4. The office not open.. ever! They have firewood for sale. We just can't buy it.. bring your own or drive somewhere else, we went to Safeway. They have golf clubs for the miniature golf course but you can't get them they are locked in the office.. bring your own (?) 5. Three other guests came up to us and asked us where the host was? Because they had issues.. asked Why the office was closed. We also witnessed a Mercedes camper van come in really late parked woke up really super early and left probably without paying.. lol probably avoidable if the office was occupied.. 8. That F ING rooster..( not at the campground so not their fault but close enough to be more then annoying .. F that Rooster!!! Pros: 1. Isolated and very peaceful at night. Not in the morning 5am... that rooster all day!! ALL DAY!!!!! 2. Very Clean and stocked bathrooms, hot water and comfortable room temperature. 3. Washer's and dryer's available easy tap to pay. No physical $. 4. Nice place for families with kids, playgrounds and activities. 5. Close to both eureka and Arcata. 6. Comfortable beds. 7. Comfortable porch swings. 8. The one worker we saw was very kind. He was cleaning cabins and stocking..very respectful and mindful of guests. 9. Clean Pool/ hot tub 10. Easy Parking 11. Very Dog friendly. 12. Fresh Rooster for dinner.... jk Overall a very relaxing stay. I think if you're prepared like we were to literally just go camping without a tent, you'll be happy with your stay. If you expect glaming with an Airbnb feel you'll be disappointed.. we had a small cabin, just the basic rustic. Which was fine and all except for the no fridge aspect, so make sure you bring ice. We will be staying there again maybe farther away from the rooster in the deluxe cabin or bring ear plugs..

    Cute place. Until the toilets one by one, started giving out. Each day we lost another one to the…read moreforest. Eventually they were all gone in the main bathroom and we had to resort to the other one. BRING WD-40!!! The doors are SO creaky in the cabins that when someone leaves the cabin EVERYONE IS AWOKEN. No fridge anywhere, no microwave in cabin but theres one in the office, along with coffee, tea, and hot coco, but you can only get it when the office is open, which is basically never. The hot tub was quite frighteningly colored, buttttt i got in anyway and havent died or broken out yet. So i guess the human soup is safe ish The washing machine situation was nice though, if you download the app you get a free wash or dry, and if you download it on a different phone you get another free one... just saying. The pillows are so small that at one point i thought i had lost the pillow off the bed but then i looked and it was there. It was basically a sheet of paper with a pillowcase. Pictures were inaccurate on airbnb, which wasnt my fave but oh well. Good for camping but not accurately listed sooo do with that what you will. It was fun but go into it as YOU ARE CAMPING. Not an airbnb.

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    Redwood Coast Cabins & Rv Resort
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    Fairwinds Motel

    Fairwinds Motel

    2.2(30 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    •$$

    Don't go here if you want a clean and comfortable room. I booked the last room that was available…read morethrough a third party. When I got into the room I noticed how dingy it was but I was so hungry I sat and ate my food I ordered to go after driving for 10 hours. Upon inspecting the room I noticed dirty stain on the wall, burned bedsheets from cigarette butts. A burned sink. When I went to complain to the man at the front desk he was extremely rude and would not refund me my money. He came up to the room and inspected it and accused me of "using" the room because I checked the bedsheets. There's no A/C. It's extremely loud. It's way overpriced. This place needs a compete makeover. Would never recommend and would never return even for a free night stay.

    Summary: Pros:…read moreNo bugs Free wifi Mini fridge Microwave Good shower pressure Cons: Mattresses you can feel springs Water pipes are loud No AC unit Wall heater wouldn't turn completely off Window wouldn't open all the way Floor squeaks Not enough plugs Dirty parking lot Mold in shower cracks Paint peeling -------------------------- I liked the guy in the office. He was friendly and personable. With that being said, he is the only reason to stop here. We showed up in the middle of the night really tired (I woke up that way too) because this was the place with the room available. The other places we checked were all brooked. The room feels like something that still lives in the 50's (and at night the Bates Motel flashed through my mind). I can deal with it being old, although a remodel wouldn't hurt, but the springs you can feel in the bed, the bad paint, the mold in the cracks of the shower, the heater that wouldn't quite turn off during summer, the lack of an AC unit, the window that wouldn't open more than 2 inches and mess that is the parking lot during the day are not what I look for when I look for hotels. On the plus side, while the room felt like bugs would be crawling everywhere I did not see a single bug/spider. It had a fridge and microwave, although it wasn't plugged in. The shower had decent pressure. It has free wifi. I don't plan on staying here again and I wouldn't recommend it. I would recommend staying on the road a bit longer and paying an extra $20-$30 to get a nicer room elsewhere. The room was $100 but for what you get I wouldn't pay over $50.

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    Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata, CA

    Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata, CA

    3.1(147 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    •$$

    Day of the Week check in- Friday How many nights- 2…read moreOnline Check in- Yes  Able to get Digital Key?  Yes    ********************************   Outside perimeter Clean? Appears clean but if look closely at ground cover you can see rubbish Ground Keeping? Stone and wood chipping Spacious? Plenty of space for easy movement of cars Safe? Yes Lighting? Well Lit   Exterior entrances Lock working? Yes Cameras? Yes Sally Port? Yes   EV Chargers? No Location - # of spots     *********************************  Lobby/Common Area Clean and spacious? Yes Coffee and Hot water available? Yes    Dining area Tables clean? Yes Plenty of seats?   Food Service area Clean? Yes 4JUL there was a puddle of water near the toaster caused by the line feeding to the juice dispenser  # of Waffle Makers: 1 # of Dry cereal dispensers: 3 Milk Alternative Available? No   Lobby bathroom  # Stalls: 2 # of Urinals: 1 # of Sinks: 3 Towels or Hand Blowers: towels    **************************** Staff Front Desk Staff Greeted? No Felt Welcome? Not really  Friendly? No Provided Information:  no Hilton Honor Benefits? No 4JUL Night Audit when notified of the juice dispenser incident put up an out of order sign   Housekeeping Staff Engaging and smiled   Food Staff Greeting in Morning? Yes Friendly and helpful. 4JUL Food Dervice Staff  was notified of the leak and puddle and took immediate steps in cleaning it up     *********************************   Room # 108 Bed Type: King Amenities Microwave- yes Fridge- yes USB-C plugs # 2 USB-A plugs # 2 Easily accessible AC jacks # 8   Security/Safety Door Peephole Privacy screen -  No Manual Dead Bolt - Yes Door Sweep -  No In Room Fire Alarm - No In Room Fire Suppression -  No In Room Smoke Detector - Yes  No Does Window Open - No Is there a Manual Window Lock -  N/A Is there a Room Safe - No   Cleanliness Trash cans - clean Dust - very clean Bedding  - clean Carpet - clean Windows - clean Window Drapery - good condition  Odors - smells clean Lighting (with Drapes Drawn) All lights working? Yes Any dark areas? No   HVAC Controller Location- wall Under Window unit? - yes Filter Clean - Yes    Bathroom Step in Shower? Yes Bathtub? No Wall Mounted Dispensers- yes # of Towel Sets:  3 Clean? Yes     *********************************** Food - hot Breakfast #1 Protein: scrambled eggs & chicken sausage patties.  The sausage has a bit of heat to it;  little on the dry side though Starch: Yukon potatoes with onions Breakfast #2 Protein: scrambled eggs & pork sausage patties.  Patties have a good flavor Starch: Yukon potatoes- peppery and lemony    ***********************************  Gym/Pool Outdoors/Indoors: Indoors Clean ? Yes Spacious? Yes Water Dispenser?  Water fountain  Towels Available? Yes The shower in the pool area was out of service    Hot Tub? Yes   Guest Laundry - end of hallway, 1st floor in the sally port, west door  # of Washers: 2 Cost per load:  $3 # of Dryers: 2 Cost per load: $2 Ice maker on Ground Floor  Vending Machines? Yes End of west hallway, near Room 111   Guest Elevators - 1 Number of Floors: 3   Fire Exits and Stairwells Carpeted stairwell- Yes  Rated Fire Doors - Yes  Clean - Yes  Business Center # of PCs? 1 # of Printers? 1 Located just outside of dining area.  Not private.

    Very disappointing experience -- would not recommend…read more We have stayed at the Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata many times while visiting our daughter at Humboldt, so this experience was especially disappointing. Before my husband arrived, I checked Hilton's own website and saw a Hilton Honors rate of approximately $170 before tax with rooms available. He arrived after midnight due to a travel delay and was charged $240 before tax. When we questioned the discrepancy, the manager, Dalila Morales, was extremely rude and dismissive and refused to make any adjustment, insisting that the $170 rate did not exist. To make matters worse, the bed was lumpy and uncomfortable. After many stays at this hotel, this experience was enough to change our opinion completely. I would not recommend this hotel and will not be staying here again.

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    Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata, CA
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