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4.1 out of 5

"Our stay could not have been better. Professional staff that are attentive to your needs. I loved our room with a great view. The restaurant was fanta ... " More

By a verified traveler on Sun 02 Jul 2023

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Hotel Description

3.5-star beach hotel near Carson Mansion

Oceanside stay

A stay at this Downtown Eureka hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Carson Mansion and 3 miles (5 km) of Bayshore Mall. Sequoia Park Zoo is within 3 miles (5 km) and Samoa Dunes Recreation Area is within 9 miles (15 km).

Free perks

This hotel features a gym and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests will appreciate freebies like continental breakfast and free self parking.

Premium Queen 7

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$211* Per night/room Apr 1 - Apr 2

Deluxe King Studio Suite 22

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Premium Queen 27

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Grand King Suite 32

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Premium Queen 3

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Deluxe Double Room 26

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Carter House Inns ratings based on 11 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.1 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Carter House Inns

Everyone (6) Couples (1) Family (5)
5 out of 5
Our stay could not have been better. Professional staff that are attentive to your needs. I loved our room with a great view. The restaurant was fantastic! They had live music in the lounge by the fire…… and a complementary glass of wine each evening. It was truly delightful.

Posted by on Jul 2, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 4, 2023 by Troy - GM

Amanda,You nailed it is so few words! Thank you

5 out of 5
Getting into the lobby on a cold rainy night with its fire place crowded with laughing guests, was the best thing ever.

Posted by , from ATLANTA on Jan 29, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jan 31, 2023 by Troy Ritchie - GM

Thanks for sharing your experience. We have clientele that return year after year. Best regards

4 out of 5

Posted by , from ATLANTA on Jan 28, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 16, 2023 by Troy Ritchie

Thanks for your review!

3 out of 5

Posted by on Nov 13, 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Jun 11, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 23, 2021 by Rose, Carter Management

So great to hear that you loved your stay with us. We do our best to deal with the influx of travelers and are grateful that folks are getting out again and staying with us. Enjoy the road!

5 out of 5
The room was very well done. Dog friendly. Great service!

Posted by on Aug 23, 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

Aug 27, 2020 by GM

Thank you very much for your review, we hope to host you again soon!

5 out of 5
Very pretty facility. Cozy clean and comfortable. Great value.

Posted by on Feb 3, 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

Feb 21, 2020 by Michael

Thank you, we hope you stay with us again!

1 out of 5

Posted by on Jul 4, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 7, 2019 by Carmen

Thank you for your feedback, we really appreciate it and look forward to your next stay with us.

4 out of 5

Old world charm in a newer hotel

Pros: The old world charm, nice breakfast, gingersnaps in the evening and a happy hour in the afternoon! It is near the waterfront and 2nd St. shopping
Cons: A fitness center would be nice
The hotel feels like a Victorian but was constructed much more recently. The hotel is comfortable and charming. It has a nice homey lounge, restaurant and bar, also parking with a charging station for electric cars. Rooms are on the smaller side but perfectly adequate. There is a choice of properties--the main hotel where we stayed, and the Victorian-style house across the street.

Posted by on Aug 21, 2017

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5 out of 5

Beautiful hotel

Pros: The comfort of everything
Cons: Nothing I can think of
Location: Beautiful rustic town A great view of the Carson mansion nearby
Excellent service - comfortable room wonderful staff

Posted by on Jul 9, 2016

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About the Carter House Inns

Location 301 L St, Eureka, CA 95501

Property Features

You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business center and a meeting room are available. A health club, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Carter House Inns. Free self parking is available. This Victorian Eureka hotel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1987
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Free parking nearby

Transport

  • Train station: Eureka Station (1.2 km / 0.7 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Carter House Inns offers 40 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

  • Pillowtop beds
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Newspapers (free)
  • Massage in room (surcharge)
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available

Food & Drink

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM. The hotel hosts a free manager's reception daily.

Old Carter Lounge - This lobby lounge serves breakfast only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 8:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

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

Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

  • One child stays free
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 9:00 PM
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 12
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Carter House
  • Carter House Eureka
  • Carter House Inns
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  • House Carter
  • Carter House Inns Hotel Eureka
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You should know

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.