Valley West, CA
Arcata
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Popular places to visit
Arcata Plaza
You can learn about the history of Arcata with a stop at 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. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Cal Poly Humboldt State University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Cal Poly Humboldt State University, during your travels in Arcata. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Arcata Playhouse
You can enjoy a show at Arcata Playhouse during your trip to Arcata. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs
You can take time to visit Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs during your travels to Arcata. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Arcata Theatre Lounge
You can get tickets for a performance at Arcata Theatre Lounge on your trip to Arcata. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Valley West Hotel Deals
Best Western Arcata Inn
"Loved it"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Arcata
"Clean room and breakfast"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Comfort Inn Arcata - Humboldt Area
"Clean rooms, comfy beds. Nice and helpful staff. Lots of homeless in the area of the hotel. Which made you a little leary. Hotel does have a fenced and gated parking lot. Which help with the uneasiness a little."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Arcata
"Well, the second day the key stopped working and another got my key because the front desk game some my room when I was in the room."
Reviewed on 6 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 Valley West
Pacific
If you're spending some time in Pacific, Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Azalea State Natural Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
Jacoby Creek
If you're spending some time in Jacoby Creek, Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Baywood Golf And Country Club are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Arcata Plaza and Arcata Playhouse.
East Arcata
While there might not be top attractions in East Arcata, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arcata Plaza and Arcata Community Forest.
Arcata Heights
When in Arcata Heights, you can plan a visit to Arcata Plaza and Humboldt State University Natural History Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
