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Carter House Inns

★★★ 301 L St, Eureka, California, 95501, Eureka, US

9 guest rating· 189 reviews

About this hotel

Experience the charm of Carter House Inns, where Victorian elegance meets modern comfort in the heart of Eureka.

Recreation and Wellness

Indulge in our health club and unwind by the cozy lobby fireplace. Guests can enjoy complimentary access to a nearby fitness facility, making it easy to maintain your wellness routine while traveling.

Dining and Socializing

Savor delightful meals at our on-site restaurant or relax with room service. Join fellow guests for a complimentary reception each evening and finish your day with a refreshing drink at our welcoming bar/lounge.

Comfortable Accommodations

Retreat to one of our 40 well-appointed guestrooms, featuring plush pillowtop beds, flat-screen televisions, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Each room offers private bathrooms equipped with essential amenities for your convenience.

Book your stay at Carter House Inns today and embrace a blend of luxury and leisure!

Rooms & rates

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Grand King Suite 33

Sleeps 3 · King bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace; in-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours) </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Hardwood flooring in room</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Family Suite

Sleeps 2 · King bed, Double bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed</strong></p><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms </p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours) </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping, heating, and portable fan</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Hardwood flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Premium Queen 3

Sleeps 2 · Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours) </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Hardwood flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Deluxe Double Room 26

Sleeps 3 · 2× Double bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>2 Double Beds</strong></p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours) </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Hardwood flooring in room</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Grand King Suite 32

Sleeps 3 · King bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace; in-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours) </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub and separate shower</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Hardwood flooring in room</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Exclusive Room

Sleeps 2 · Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours) </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping, heating, and portable fan</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Hardwood flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Premium Queen 27

Sleeps 2 · Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours) </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Hardwood flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Exclusive Room

Sleeps 1 · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours) </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping, heating, and portable fan</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Hardwood flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Premium Queen 210

Sleeps 2 · Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours) </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Hardwood flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Premium Queen 6

Sleeps 2 · Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours) </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Hardwood flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Free use of nearby fitness center
  • Free self parking
  • Free breakfast
  • Free continental breakfast
  • Golfing nearby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Banquet hall
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Concierge service
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  • Electric car charging station
  • Elevator
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Express check-out
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Food and water bowls
  • Free reception
  • Health club
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Luggage storage
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Nature reserve
  • Sailing nearby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Tasting room
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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301 L St, Eureka, California, 95501, Eureka, US

Check-in
from 04:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9189 reviews

+ Great service+ Comfortable rooms+ Excellent breakfast+ Good location− Parking confusion− Room temperature issues
Cleanliness8.1
Service9.6
Location9.2
Room Quality8.6
Amenities9.1
Value for Money9.1

Fun and upscale hotel with great service

10.0

Fun and upscale hotel in Eureka, totally unexpected. Really enjoyed our stay, definitely would stay again. Highlights included the restaurant and bar open with vouchers when we arrived that made the end of our long journey so much easier. The room (204) was really comfortable and even though they don’t call it ADA, it is ADA enough for my needs! The coffee maker was excellent. (a top priority!) And the toiletries in the bathroom were appreciated. Our only comment on the room was that it was warm and hard to cool off. Room controlled Thermostat seems to not be a thing there. But it was fine. Breakfast the next morning was included and was fantastic downstairs. Kudos to the chef on both of our meals. Parking was a little confusing,, and the front door is not logically where you would think it should be, next to the parking lot. But it all worked out. Service from Kat was top-notch cherry and on point. Really was made to feel like we were at home. As I said, we will definitely stay there again.

scottkleinberg · LINCOLN CITY, OREGON · 2025-12-25

wonderful private cottage

10.0

I loved the Carter Cottage at Carter House Inns in Eureka. An entire historic cottage with a complete kitchen, dining room, living area with fireplace and tv, extra bathroom, lovely bedroom with fireplace and another tv, with a commodious bathroom with a spa tub, it was cozy and charming. The private patio with a view of the historic mansion down the street was the pièce de résistance. It was easy to walk to restaurants and shops. The entire staff, including Rebekah and Troy, were thoughtful and helpful. I just loved its ambiance. Thank you

Paradise648770 · SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA · 2025-11-03

Excellent experience at the Carter House in Eureka, California. Excellent staff, excellent food, very safe and walkable.

10.0

We arrived on October 19th and departed on October 25th, we were impressed by the location, the outside façade, the rooms, the dining area, the area to sit down and associate with other people, the small bar which was very intimate, the food which was excellent. We loved it. When we get back to Eureka, we'll be happy to stay there. The people who were working there were excellent. Liz, Amber, Jamie, Diana Sarah, Ian(bartender few days) and the manager TROY were accommodating and wonderful people. I'm sure I've missed a few names, but the staff was very accommodating. They were all kind, professional, and helpful. The breakfast was Delicious every morning. There was quiche, breakfast sandwich that would probably feed two people, at least 3 different juices every morning were available, the pastries which are made fresh by a pastry chef on premise, and the fresh fruit. I could go on and on about how much I enjoyed it, but most people don't like to read too many words.

madhupj2025 · 2025-10-27

How about DON'T?

4.0

It presents as a mansion, but it's more like a haunted house. We booked a queen room that looked pleasant enough online, but when we arrived, we were shown to the Victorian house. Entry to the room required a substantial flight of stairs to enter the building and an even longer one -- with a railing only attached for one-half of its length -- down. The space was large, apparently the whole floor, but it felt like a windowless dark basement. What windows there were, were placed near the ceiling, and they were small. The bathroom needed repair -- a stained sink, a cold water faucet that howled when turned on, a sink and toilet only tentatively fastened to their foundations. For the detail-conscious, our four-night stay amounted to $1035. We were offered a "complimentary" breakfast which was a meager portion; oh, we could have had a larger selection, but that would have been $25 per person. Our host was superficially gracious but my conversations with him felt as if he was counting pennies while he spoke. Three staff members distinguished themselves by their warmth: Sarah, Rebekah, and Jamie, but unless you are a deep fan of THE ADDAMS FAMILY, I would recommend visitors to Eureka stay elsewhere. Even an anonymous chain motel would be more satisfying, because it doesn't pretend to a grandeur that it cannot or will not deliver.

MichaelSJazzLives · GREAT NECK, LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK · 2025-10-07

Nice rooms, pleasant staff

8.0

Stayed two nights in 303 and one night in Carter Cottage. All the staff are welcoming and professional, with a big Thank You to Sarah at the front desk for helping us out with a slight issue. The lady bartender is also a lot of fun, but we didn’t catch her name. 303 is a great room but if you take a shower make sure to close the bathroom door or you could set off the carbon monoxide detector (we did at 7 am — sorry, neighbors!) Showers are kind of strange; it is a shower head mounted over a jacuzzi tub with sloped ends so you will need to do a bit of a back bend to wash your hair. Not the greatest if you are an older person. We moved to Carter Cottage for our last night which is nice but the mattress is not great (compared to 303, which is in good shape). Breakfast is well thought out. Communal areas are nicely maintained. Be aware that there is a large unhoused population in Eureka. So anywhere you stay you will hear occasional noise from passers by at different hours. One night a barking dog was left outside across the street until around 1 am, and then someone kept whistling at it. I’m not sure if it was a watch dog because there appear to be only businesses across the street but it was still heard over the fan and a white noise machine. Not a reflection on the hotel but more of a testament to the times we live in, Overall, we would stay here again if we ever were to return, but recommend a non-street side room for less noise. Third floor location is good otherwise because no one is overhead.

lisakJ2842NB · 2025-10-05

Guest review

10.0

Lovely building. Nice breakfast selections.

Eileen · 2025-10-05

Good to know

One child 12 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

›Pets

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

›Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-out is available

›Guest type

Essential workers only - NO

›Pets

Pets allowed

›General

Professional property host/manager

›Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-in is available

›Pets

Only dogs are allowed

›Pets

Service animals are allowed