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Reviews of Carter House Inns 3 stars

301 L Street, Eureka, CA 95501, United States

#2 of 5 B&Bs and Inns in Eureka

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Review score

Based on 70 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    8.0
    Fun tri
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Area

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2023

    8.0
    It was spacious and convenient
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Slightly grubby rooms with upholstery and Venetian blinds needing cleaning. Our bed wasn’t made or dishes from the night before cleaned away Charming staff though and good food

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2023

    10
    Loved this place, it out a big smile on my face.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was clean and comfortable and welcoming to our two Labradors. All the people that worked there was super friendly. The sheets were amazing. What a nice place to land while being on the road for a long while.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2023

    10
    Off the beaten-at, but definitely worth the trip!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    Great feel! Loved the bar and the lobby area. Enjoyed the music in the lobby.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2023

    9.0
    Loved the historic hotel, would definitely stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The last night of our stay,there was a loud party going on until 230am. The area around the hotel seemed a bit run down , but very close to historical old town.

    Breakfast was exceptional, great service. Front desk service was extremely helpful.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2023

    10
    Unexpected perfection in Eureka
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The TV remote controls are not intuitive (or are not intuitive to us). The volume control is on the side of the remote.

    An Eureka GEM! Wish we had planned our trip to stay 2 days in Eureka to be able to enjoy this hotel more. Everything was clean and comfortable, with free on-premise parking so one does not have to worry about your car (Still, be smart and remove everything). While we were concerned about getting the last available room that happened to share a wall with the cocktail bar, we were assured that the bar would close at 930pm and it certainly did. An historic building, the bed and furnishings are well-appointed (plus 2 luggage racks), while the private bathroom had excellent products (heavenly bath salts were a treat), a luxurious shower along with a comfy robe - all very much appreciated after a day spent hiking and on the road. Room temp was perfect for sleeping and quiet overnight. The unexpected and extraordinary treat was Restaurant 301. The Carter House Inn currently offers a complimentary glass of wine at happy hour, so we hit the bar before heading to dinner (Make sure to make a reservation). Restaurant 301 served a delicious multi-course meal with phenomenal wine and a memorable experience. There is an art to serving a meal and Restaurant 301 has it down. The following morning, Carter House Inn currently offers a complimentary breakfast that is anything but the standard hotel-chain fare. The quiche and yogurt were exceptional and the accompanying pastries were excellent. Their coffee, both after dinner and at breakfast, was "worth writing home about." Last but not least, there is something about staying at a hotel or inn that understands hospitality. This stay was near the end of our 2-week trip and to be welcomed by people exhibiting genuine kindness and taking care of us was very much appreciated.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2023

    8.0
    pleasant
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Good breakfast; but not too many choices. In the past it used to to be much more extensive

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2023

    9.0
    Carter House in a Storm
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was small and bed less comfortable than expected. No heat the first night and when we asked about it the next day we were given an electric space heater and told that they knew about thermostat malfunction and that the window had been open all day ( in winter)...they forgot when we checked in...no adjustment offered. Breakfast didn't start until 0730 so I missed both mornings but I know from previous experience that the breakfast is great.

    Legendary place to stay. Very welcoming to our two little dogs. We were refugees from the storm so felt fortunate to have the room.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2022

    8.0
    Very satisfied.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some traffic noise because our room was facing the street.

    The architecture, the restaurant, the staff, our bed and our bathroom.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2022

    10
    The team at Carter made it great, we thoroughly enjoyed staying & dining at Carter House
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    great people - friendly, helpful, accommodating great food wonderful character

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2022

    10
    another couple of days would there would have been ever more fun
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bar and especially the bartender were spectacular. We had a fine dinner in the bar and if we could have stayed a few more days, we would have.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2022

    10
    A beautiful stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    My only suggestion is to eliminate the $30 pet fee. Most places no longer have such charges. With that said, I know there are some irresponsible pet owners out there and room damage could be a real occurrence.

    What a gem! During our travels we decided to stay one night in Eureka, CA. After a quick search for places that except pets (as we were with our German Shepherd) we came across the Carter House Inns. Even though the cost was a little bit more I could tell by the photos and the location it was going to be worth it. We were not disappointed! The room was on the 1st floor and was adorable. It is in all the details that make this stay worth every penny. The complimentary breakfast was delicious. They served an omelet with cheese and red peppers. Homemade muffins, avocado toast and fresh fruit was also offered. I have to say the little extra cost was certainly covered by this amazing breakfast. As far as location goes it was less then a 5 minute walk to the water where there is a park and a walking/biking trail. A perfect place to take our dog! In closing the staff was very friendly and made you feel beyond welcome! Thank you for surviving the government shutdowns.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Can't think of anything

    Breakfast is excellent, they have a chef who prepares a special meal each day.Staff was friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2022

    10
    Choose Carter House Inns!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The only thing better would have been if we could have stayed two nights!

    The location is in Old Town so easy walking to Farmers Market on Friday nights and local bistros. Located on a side street, it was quiet (important to me). Parking was adjacent to the hotel. Staff were friendly and welcoming - Sarah checked us in and was a delight. The small bar offered an excellent Happy Hour with free wine pours to new guests from 4-8. The food offered was delicious - Adrian was the chef at night for the bar/lobby and at Dan was the chef for breakfast. Both did an outstanding job!

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2022

    10
    marvellous
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    liked everything

    excelent,

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2022

    10
    Cute inn close to everything in Euerka!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Such a cute inn! the staff was amazing and super kind to me and my pup! the bed was super comfy and the complimentary wine and breakfast was yummy!

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2022

    9.0
    Great experience - lovely old place with lots of charm and wonderful staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The rooms walls were thin and I could hear the man in the next snoring all night. That was very disappointing.

    Breakfast was lovely - fresh and simple.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast was amazing

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2022

    10
    Perfect in every way, thanks kindly in advance
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Terrific Inn, the staff, the bar and bar tender, the comfort, the team's smiles. We continue to come back to the Carter House

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2022

    10
    excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    none

    friendly staff and very clean room with very clean towels and robes

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2021

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No restaurant any more

    Bar

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 9 October 2021

    8.0
    Excellent friendly hotel staff, but the hotel location is not the safest
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Safety around the area. The hotel Location has homeless situation that’s not controllable by the hotel, and one of hotel guests’ car got break in unfortunately:(

    The friendly staff and cleaned hotel

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 5 September 2021

    8.0
    Sweet Victorian inn where you can walk to most things. Nice little bar and vibe.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Suite with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast was disappointing. An ultra sweet cinnamon roll and two berries. I can’t handle that much sugar so early in the morning and they didn’t have anything else. I heard others that are vegan and/or gluten free leaving. The place is a little loud at night.

    The room was fantastic. The little bar was great though I didn’t like that one of the guests brought in two huskies into the bar who sniffed everyone who came in. Really?

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Price

    Beautiful building

    Stayed in August 2021

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