Valley West
Arcata
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Popular places to visit
Arcata Plaza
You can learn about the history of Arcata when you stop by 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. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Cal Poly Humboldt State University
Explore the campus of Cal Poly Humboldt State University during your travels in Arcata. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs
You can take time to visit Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs during your travels to Arcata. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Humboldt State University Natural History Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Humboldt State University Natural History Museum in Arcata. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Arcata Theatre Lounge
You can make plans for a show at Arcata Theatre Lounge on your trip to Arcata. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Eureka From Wood To Wonder!
Private Flying Dress Photography Experience with Rental Included
Top hotels in Valley West
Best Western Arcata Inn
Room was clean but run down a bit, which didn’t bother me, it’s an older building. The breakfast was nice! The people here are nice! The neighborhood did not feel safe! Lots of people riding bikes that looked sketchy. For people with no kids it would be perfectly fine… But the property did have tons ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar, 2026
Comfort Inn Arcata - Humboldt Area
The pool was great, breakfast was great, laundry on site was convenient. Also in a good area
Reviewed on 29 Mar, 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Arcata
Breakfast was horrible and not fully stocked. Didnt even go on the third day because service was terrible. Inside was clean enough,outside was not by a longshot. Housekeeping was awesome, front desk was so rude and acred like assisting guests was beneath him. Couldn't really take this personally ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Arcata
Breakfast was good but hotel was a little run down. Plus they added some fee two weeks later and wouldn’t explain why
Reviewed on 27 Mar, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata
Good location, breakfast, pool/hot tub, would stay again!
Reviewed on 29 Mar, 2026
Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Cal Poly Humboldt
Adequate for a nights rest.
Reviewed on 17 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Valley West
Westwood-Vasside
Westwood-Vasside might not have many top sights, but Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Arcata Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pacific
While visiting Pacific, you might make a stop by sights like Azalea State Natural Reserve and Mad River Beach County Park.
California Heights
While California Heights isn't home to many top sights, Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Arcata Community Forest are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sunset
While Sunset isn't home to many top sights, Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Arcata Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
Arcata Heights
While Arcata Heights isn't home to many top sights, Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Arcata Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
Greenview-Windsong
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Greenview-Windsong and surrounding area, you can visit Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs and Arcata Plaza.