At Carter House Inns you'll be steps from Carson Mansion and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Bayshore Mall. Highlights at this beach hotel include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Restaurant 301, serves American cuisine and is open for dinner. Old Carter Lounge is the hotel's own lobby lounge. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room and a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a free manager's reception. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Downtown Eureka hotel include Sequoia Park Zoo and Cal Poly Humboldt State University.
What's nearby
Carson Mansion - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Sequoia Park Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
Sequoia Park Garden - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
Six Rivers National Forest Headquarters - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
Bayshore Mall - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
Getting around
Eureka Station - 14 min walk
Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Kaptain’s Quarters - 10 min walk
McDonald's - 8 min walk
Tandoori Bites Indian Cuisine - 8 min walk
Dutch Bros Coffee - 3 min walk
Witness Coffee Roasters - 6 min walk
About this property
Carter House Inns
Beach fun, near Carson Mansion
There's a restaurant on site. 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 centre and a meeting room are available. A health club, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in 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
Lift
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
1 conference room
Dining venue
Carter House Inns offers 40 accommodations with free 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 hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Free daily manager's reception
Restaurants on site
Old Carter Lounge
Restaurant 301
Things to do
Health club
Wine tasting room
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Guidebooks
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business centre
Meeting room
Outdoors
In a nature reserve
On the bay
Spa
In-room massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Hardwood flooring in room
Lift
Tile flooring in room
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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3 floors
4 buildings
Banquet hall
Built in 1987
Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service
Restaurant dining guides
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Desk
Free daily newspapers
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
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.
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.
Payment types
Important information
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.
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
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.
We should mention
One child aged 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.
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
What is the cancellation policy at Carter House Inns?
Carter House Inns offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at Carter House Inns?
As of 24 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carter House Inns on 22 Oct 2025 start from AU$262.65, including 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.
Is parking available at Carter House Inns?
Yep, Carter House Inns has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Carter House Inns?
The closest beach to Carter House Inns is Samoa Dunes Recreation Area (7.4 km).
What makes Carter House Inns a romantic place to stay?
Wine-tasting room and a lounge bar, as well as pillowtop beds and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Carter House Inns.
Does Carter House Inns serve breakfast?
Yep, travelers can't get enough of the free continental brekkie here!
Available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Carter House Inns?
No, Carter House Inns does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Carter House Inns?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.
What time are check-in & check-out at Carter House Inns?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Are pets allowed at Carter House Inns?
Dogs are welcome at Carter House Inns, with food and water bowls on offer.
Reviews
Carter House Inns Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Had a fantastic stay at the Carter Inn! The hotel is full of charm and character, with incredibly comfortable beds. Troy and the front desk team went above and beyond. Don’t miss the breakfast - it was definitely a highlight!
Beautiful Victorian in all the modern conveniences. Great location to see the redwoods and other interesting sites. Breakfast were amble and delicious and we had a dinner one night that was also very good. Staff was friendly and welcoming and helpful. Only issue was housekeeping was substandard. Otherwise an outstanding place to stay in Eureka.
I lived in Eureka when the Carter Inns were built. I have always enjoyed staying there when I visit. The staff is very attentive. The linens are lovely. It was very noisy. The walls seem very thin. But the positives still out way the negatives.
The hotel is located in the old town and very well kept Victorian style bed and breakfast place.
The hotel staffs was very kind especially,Troy couldn’t do enough for us.
Breakfast was great and dinner at 301 restaurant was excellent. The testing menu was just great in terms of the price, quality and presentation.
It’s the second time I’ve stayed at the Carter House Inn. We were able to check in early as we had a celebration of life to attend for a family member. Rebecca, the front desk staff was accommodating and very pleasant. The breakfast was excellent! I highly recommend this place!
We loved staying at The Carter House. The staff provided first class service. The breakfast and dinner in their restaurant was top chef quality. Their wine collection is massive noted by Wine Spectator. They take service and guest satisfaction very seriously. We didn’t get a room upgrade but that could be because we had our larger dog with us. They are very dog friendly.
Great breakfast, great bartender and staff. Rooms aren’t fancy, but it’s a bed and breakfast type place. The charm is worth it as are the people. They hire well!
Very much Jeckle & Hyde between public areas & bedroom. If bedroom had been same as bar & restaurant it would have been 5 stars review.
Unfortunately it was not the case, poorly cleaned & prepared room, hair grip from previous occupant left on carpet, radiator cover hanging off, and cigar burn on carpet (flooring was carpet squares so not swapping that out is just lack of attention to detail).
The bed was lumpy & squeaky, the curtains hardly covered the windows so lots of light pollution led to poor night's sleep. Finally, bath was chipped & stained.
If in town again i could be tempted to bar or restaurant but i will stay elsewhere!
If the bedroom
This inn was quaint & charming at one end of Old Town. The room was cozy, plush robes were provided as well as a basket of local goodies to indulge in if you chose. Complementary breakfast with a nice array of options was also a plus! I originally gave 4-star due to lack of an in-room fridge, which would have been helpful for medication storage. After mentioning this on a one-to-one with the hotel, I received an immediate message from the GM informing me that one could have been provided had they known, which I appreciated. This I gave a 5-star review here. I would definitely stay there again.
Property was nice with a bar & restaurant on site. Room was pretty but the bed was very firm. Also we didn't realize there was not a refrigerator in the room. I will say the staff made our stay enjoyable. Very helpful and friendly staff! We would stay here again.