August is a very busy time for tourism in Humboldt County because of the idyllic weather, abundant natural beauty and big events such as Humboldt Bay Marathon! 

Runners should plan to make hotel reservations early to secure a room in Eureka or Arcata.  Additional lodging is available in Fortuna (~25 minute drive from start/finish areas)

Recommended Hotels:

The Inn at 2nd & C  Located across the street from the finish line, the Inn at 2nd & C is the perfect place to get a great night's sleep in our newly renovated Boutique Victorian Inn!  Whether you arrive in time for tea and cookies, a complimentary glass of wine, or just to catch some z's on our extremely comfortable beds, your stay at the Inn at 2nd & C will be one you won't forget!  Book by June 13th for a 15% discount off your stay by calling (707) 444-3344 and mentioning that you are a registered runner!

Humboldt Bay Social Club is a boutique hotel, bar, and outdoor day-use space located in an historic WWII blimp base at the tip of the Samoa Peninsula.  Guests of the Social Club have full access to its grounds, including picnic tables, charcoal grills, bocce and cornhole games, and the bayfront beach across the street. Guests also receive exclusive discounts at the Lobby Bar (open Thursday-Sunday from 1pm-8pm) and at Humboldt Bay Provisions, our all-local tasting room in Old Town Eureka.   We would be happy to offer a 15% discount to any available room at Humboldt Bay Social Club.  Registered runners should just email booking@redwoodcoastvacationrentals.com



Redwood Lily Guest House is an eco-hostel at 955 12th St, Arcata, very close to the half marathon start area.    Contact the hotel for details.  1-707-822-1860 or by email to theredwoodlily@gmail.com

Red Lion Hotel at 1929 4th St, Eureka is approximately 1 mile from the start and finish areas. Special rate: $105 per night including full breakfast.  Limited shuttle service provided to starting area (check with hotel for details) Call 1-800-RED-LION or call hotel directly at 1-707-445-0844 The hotel offers complimentary airport shuttle service (call hotel at least 24 hours in advance).

Best Western Plus - Humboldt Bay Inn at 232 W 5th St in Eureka is approximately 0.5 miles from both the start and finish areas.  Call 1-707-443-2234 to make reservations.

Best Western Plus - Bayshore Inn at 3500 Broadway is less than 2 miles from the start/finish areas. Call 1-888-268-8005 or 1-707-268-8005 and ask for Humboldt Bay Marathon rate.

Eureka Inn at 518 7th St in Eureka is adjacent to the marathon start line.  Call 1-877-552-3985 for reservations.

There are many lodging choices from budget motels to elaborate Victorian Bed & Breakfast. 

Any hotel in Eureka is reasonably close to the start/finish areas.

Most hotels in Arcata are several miles north of the half marathon start and approximately 10 miles from the finish area.

Hotels in Fortuna are approximately 20 miles from the start/finish areas.

To check the exact distance, you can use any map/direction website with "1 C St, Eureka CA" as the location of the finish area.

The marathon start area is near 636 F St, Eureka CA, 0.5 mile from the finish area.

The half marathon start area is near 846 G St, Arcata CA.  Runners are advised to park at the finish area and a shuttle bus will take you to the half marathon start.

If you have additional questions about lodging options, please contact us!