The Best Western Plus Bayshore Inn in Eureka is a solid choice if you’re traveling with your dog through Humboldt County. The hotel welcomes pets in its rooms, which are spacious enough that you and your dog won’t feel cramped after a day out exploring. The staff is genuinely helpful about pointing you toward dog-friendly spots and answering questions about what’s nearby.

Location-wise, you’re about 20 minutes from Redwood National and State Parks, where the main appeal is obvious — massive old-growth redwoods and trails that let you walk among them with your dog. The Humboldt Bay area is also close by with walking paths that work well for dogs, especially if you want something less strenuous than the redwood hikes. You’ll want to bring water and a collapsible bowl since you’ll be out for hours.

The hotel itself is pretty standard Best Western fare. Your room will be clean and comfortable, nothing fancy but nothing disappointing. They offer a complimentary breakfast in the morning, which is a practical perk when you’re trying to get an early start on trail time. The lobby area is where staff can chat with you about local conditions — helpful if you’re wondering whether a particular trail or beach area is passable or if it’s rained too much recently.

One thing worth knowing is that pet policies can vary, so calling ahead about size restrictions or any additional fees makes sense. Eureka itself has a historic downtown area with the Carson Mansion and Old Town shops if you want to spend time off-trail, though you’ll mainly be circling back to the natural attractions that drew you here.

The hotel sits in a reasonably convenient spot for accessing the parks and water features that make this part of the coast worth visiting. It’s the kind of place that does its job well without pretending to be something it’s not — a comfortable base for a dog-friendly road trip through the redwoods.