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Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt

2.0 star property
Arcata motel in Pacific area

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Property amenity
Restaurant
Rooftop terrace

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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4755 Valley West Blvd, Arcata, CA, 95521
  • Place, Cal Poly Humboldt State University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Arcata Plaza
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Redwood National and State Parks
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Arcata

Pacific stay.Your stay at this Pacific motel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Azalea State Natural Reserve and Cal Poly Humboldt State University. Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Arcata Theatre Lounge are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cal Poly Humboldt State University - 2 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Arcata Plaza - 3 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs - 4 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Moonstone Beach - 11 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Redwood National and State Parks - 40 min drive - 41.4 miles

Getting around

  • Eureka Station - 15 min drive
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fogline Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Toni's 24 Hour Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Six Rivers Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt

Arcata motel in Pacific area
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt. Self parking is free.

This Arcata motel is smoke free.

  • 81 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt offers 81 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (31 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses solar energy
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. This property uses solar energy.
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

6 Arcata Humboldt University
6 Humboldt University
Arcata Motel 6
Motel 6 Arcata
Motel 6 Arcata Humboldt University
Motel 6 Humboldt University
Motel Six Arcata
Motel 6 Arcata - Humboldt University Hotel Arcata
Arcata Motel Six

Frequently asked questions

How close is Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt to the airport?

Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt is 6 mi (7-min drive) away from the Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt?

As of Dec 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt on Dec 7, 2025 start from $69.29, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt.

How close is Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt to the beach?

This motel is 4.4 mi (12-min drive) from Mad River Beach County Park and 7.3 mi (8-min drive) from Clam Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt offer free breakfast?

Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Blue Lake Casino (8-min drive) and The Heights Casino (15-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt have a pool?

Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt does not have a pool.

Does Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt to downtown Arcata?

Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt is 2.4 mi away from Arcata.

Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 250 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 212 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 142 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 154 out of 1001 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great price, clean, easy to find. Love that there was a doggy poop area but people did not clean up after their dogs. Room was clean and smelled nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Randall

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service

No human service, Atrocious smell, Lax security

I will not return. First off, they have a computer Kiosk with a human on screen to check you in and out. When checking in there was actually a human behind the desk but they weren't apparently there to help because they disappeared as soon as I walked in. Secondly, the office smelled like Indian food and it caused me to gag because it was so thick. Indian food is fine and all but for a nationally known respected Motel chain, even if franchised, to allow the office to smell so atrocious it has likely made people decide they should stay elsewhere is beyond my understanding. Thirdly, the Kiosk human inside apparently programmed someone elses key card to mine and I was woken up sometime between 4:00 am to 5:00 am by someone trying to enter my room and heard them say oh this is the wrong room when the door latch wouldn't allow it to fully open. I mentioned it to the Kiosk human when checking out and they said that had never happened before and they would look into it. When asked if they could tell when the key card was scanned in my door they told me they don't have that capability. Fourthly, the shower is not really comfortable at all. It is a small triangle shaped corner shower with the shower head hanging over the shower curtain on the long side and faces the actual corner so it pins you into the smallest area so it's difficult to move around. Not much care to customer service by using a Kiosk and having an attrocious smell in the office and lax room security.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was my first experience with a check in kiosk, it was a live person on the screen which wad cool and easily navigated. Found it strange that there was a person at the front desk behind it that didnt interact with you during the process. The property was very clean, room was fresh and confortable. I use motel 6 a lot when on the road, this was a nicer one.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Deirdre

Disliked: Staff & service
Overpriced, minimal amenities, wifi sketchy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ty

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Worst check-in process I've ever experienced.

It's a motel 6. Rooms are small, beds aren't super comfy, shower situation in this one was weird. Mostly I'm just avoiding this one because of the awkward experience of checking in on a zoom call with someone in another country while the person working there just stands and watches me. Totally unnecessary and weird process and feels super gross. We can't even talk to real people at a motel any more? No issue on the guy sitting on a zoom screen for his entire shift (also just terrible) but again, it's awkward as hell and completely unnecessary. Also toilet seat in room was broken but that wasn't really anyone's fault except housekeeping for not fixing it. Also also, not excited about some machine scanning my ID front and back and sending it across the Atlantic. AAVGO is the company. The beginning of the end.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Fellisa

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room needed a lot of repairs. For the price of the room, I expected better. However, the location was excellent as it was across a mini mall and several dining facilities.
damage in bathroom
damage in bathroom
damage in bathroom
Gap in door to room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Tina

Business traveler, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The sheets were dirty. The toilet seat was broken and they charged me a $50 early check in fee, while they gave my mom the early check in for free.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Xavier

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, South Jordan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Motel 6. Very clean, I like motel 6 because dogs stay free. The bed was super comfortable. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The only thing I didn’t like is there a check-in system, there’s no more human beings, somebody in India on a video cam taking your information. They are very quick, but still, there was no real human experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Okay

Well, it was nice and prepared when i arrived, but house keeping didn't clean my room the 4 days i was there 😥😥😥. I asked twice for them to do so but they didn’t, and as a result, i had to ask for necessities like towels, toilet paper among other things. I hope that they fix that so next time, i come back to a clean room while on a multiple day visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

cindy

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
House keeping skipped us since friday until we ledt sunday morning. The area was not very safe too many threats and too near for my liking
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

carol

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Did not like checking in with a person on a screen. No one in the check in area. All handled on a screen. Not a safe feeling when no one there in person. Bathroom was 1/2 painted. Had two people beg for money in the surrounding area. The bed was nice and firm. The room was clean. I would not recommend staying at this motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cecilia, Monterey Park

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property was as clean as it can be . Service and customer representative were so helpful and super nice. Prices are high for a Motel because they are close to Cal poly Humboldt .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Luis JR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Kimberly

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were no staff. It was a virtual concierge that seemed very impersonal and unsafe considering the hotel. The bed was awful and the bathroom was dirty. The wrapped cups for use had crumbs on them. Lesson learned. Could have spent 5 more dollars and had the nice hotel next door that was clean and had staff and continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

laura

Traveled with family
I was a bit surprise not to have a live person @ check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mary

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Check in was virtual even tho there was a live person in the office. Tried calling the desk for ice with no answer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was ok. After all it’s a motel. Can definitely say the price is what you get. Just needed somewhere to stay the night and it fulfilled its purpose.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Yvette

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Roxy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Checking in with a person threw a computer was a little different but still easy and great service. The room was clean but has some cosmetic issues, chipped floor and paint. Its wasn't a bother though, you get what you pay for getting the cheapest motel around. My only complaint is the pool was closed down/ out of order and i purposely made sure to get a motel with a pool, so that was a let down for my son.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Quiet property. Room itself was clean however the shower had hair in it. Felt odd checking in virtually. Overall stay was pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025