Blue Lake Casino & Hotel

Blue Lake Casino & Hotel is a boutique resort operated by the Blue Lake Rancheria on California's Redwood Coast, located just five miles east of Arcata and seconds off Highway 299. The property features modern 3-diamond hotel rooms with pillow-top mattresses and Mad River Valley views, complemented by a year-round heated pool, hot tub, and on-site spa. The casino offers over 500 gaming machines across two floors plus table games including poker and craps, with a dedicated non-smoking section. Four on-site restaurants serve diverse cuisines from gastro pub fare with house-brewed beers to Asian-inspired dishes, while the Sapphire Palace hosts ticketed concerts and comedy shows. Additional amenities include free live music every Friday and Saturday, sustainability features like solar power and biodiesel operations, RV parking, and a fuel station.