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Ala Mar by the Sea

2.0 star property
Beachfront motel within walking distance of Stearns Wharf

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Along Santa Barbara's picturesque coast, Ala Mar by the Sea offers a tranquil retreat with continental breakfast and a scenic terrace. Connect to in-room WiFi, take advantage of motorized watercraft on site, or soak up the sun at Leadbetter Beach – previous guests rave about the beach locale and helpful staff.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free parking
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking services
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $223
includes taxes & fees
$195 per night
Apr 29 - Apr 30

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Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Panoramic Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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102 West Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Stearns Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 6 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 47 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 7 min walk
  • Goleta Station - 13 min drive
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moby Dick Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and scuba diving, and free perks include continental breakfast, WiFi, and self parking. Also, Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Bowl are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and beach location.

Languages

Danish, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Swedish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • The property charges USD 28.50 for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests are asked to check in between 3 PM and 11 PM on Saturdays and by 10 PM Sunday through Friday. To arrange check-in outside of these hours, guests should contact hotel/vacation rental management in advance.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Personal watercraft (motorized)
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of USD 28.50

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, JCB International
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Ala Mar
Ala Mar Sea
Ala Mar Sea Hotel
Ala Mar Sea Hotel Santa Barbara
Ala Mar Sea Santa Barbara
Ala Mar Sea Motel Santa Barbara
Ala Mar Sea Motel
Ala Mar by the Sea Motel
Ala Mar by the Sea Santa Barbara
Ala Mar by the Sea Motel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does Ala Mar by the Sea offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ala Mar by the Sea does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Ala Mar by the Sea?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Ala Mar by the Sea?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ala Mar by the Sea?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Ala Mar by the Sea and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.

What's the area around Ala Mar by the Sea like?

Ala Mar by the Sea is a short 7-minute walk from Santa Barbara Station and 5 minutes' walk from Stearns Wharf. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.

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Ala Mar by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

6.0

Good

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Beach
Service staff
Bed
Ocean
Breakfast
Piers
View
Bathroom

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very cool place. Melody was a delight.
jeffrey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location in relation to the train station and the beach is spectacular. The neighborhood is late-night-walking to the hotel, very friendly. There were multiple families walking with us down the street to other hotels/hostels after our midnight arrival on Amtrak
Tiffany, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

More than we expected!

Our room was perfect. From the cobblestone flooring to the decor and furniture, it really makes you comfortable All the amenities for a night in Santa Barbara.
Sean, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Awful terrible place

Way overstated the accommodations at this hotel. What is not disclosed is it has not been updated since maybe the 80s- furniture was broken, mattresses old, linens etc threadbare. The only new thing in the room was the tv. Pool? In the next door hotel. Check in? No check in on site, next door? Weird. Breakfast? Defrosted soggy bagels and pastries. Not one redeeming quality except for the location, which is why they are still in business. Oh and construction in the room next door sounded like the drill was going to come through the wall. Just awful.
2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Well, at least you can see the beach

I don't like to be negative -- this place could be really nice, but it needs some work. The main problem was that the toilet was not properly attached to the floor, and it leaked. Beyond that, I would have liked to have a coffee maker, a closet with hangers, and a comfortable chair or two; and my gal would have liked to have a hair dryer. But the bed was comfortable, and we slept well. Otherwise, I would have given it a rating of 1 star.
3-night trip

2/10 Poor

When I booked, price said included all taxes and fees. But checking in they charged me an extra $30 fee Breakfast was a joke.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful view of the ocean and the pier. Santa Barbara is a beautiful city
john, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location!
Marilee, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The place was nice and clean access to the beach is great.
Marleen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was wonderful. Beautiful property.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome motel

I love staying here when I come to Santa Barbara!
Meghan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I recommend this place, great location basically for everything on this town!
Aldo, 4-night trip

4/10 Fair

I had higher expectations for this stay. The floors in our room were dirty and we had a broken window in the bathroom. There was a man standing out by our window in the morning trying to get back into his room. Not a hotel problem but speaks to the locals. Our room details stated there was a jetted hot tub. It’s a standard bath tub with a couple jets. I liked how close this hotel was located to the wharf and downtown state street. We made the best of our trip but I would not stay here again for the price.
Jordyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a marvelous stay.
Robert, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Late spring stay

The location is perfect and that’s what we needed. The hotel and the rooms were fine but could be cleaner and could use some updates.
Karen, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

First off the office was closed and to check in you had to go next door to villa de Rosa. Second there was a charge of $25 that was supposedly not covered in the Expedia cost which I don’t understand. Third the room we were put in was #109 which took us 15 mins to find because no where does it say 109. We were lost looking for it. So we randomly used our keys to open a random door and it worked. Then the up stairs neighbors or guest were walking around non stop we couldn’t sleep. This motel was not up to par. It should not be bookable on Expedia. The only good thing is they allowed us to park before check in time. We chose to do this because of the very limited parking. I will not stay here again and I recommend you skip this location.
jessica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The motel is right across the street from the ocean which is a very nice view.
joyce, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very convenient walking to beach, pier, and lots of dining/ drinking options
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thanks for the wonderful stay at your hotel. A special thank you to Laura. I had left my I.D. in the room and Laura tracked me down and sent my I.D. back to me. Thats above and beyond customer service. I look forward to a return visit there.
Allan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the location and the people
Stephen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Because it was off-season, I had to go next door to check in. There was no one to call at midnight when the neighbor was having an argument - someone locked out and angry. Otherwise, the room was lovely.
Deborah, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a really cute, well-maintained property. Conveniently located, right next to the beach. I'd definitely stay there again.
Dennis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The lobby and pool area were relaxing and unique. The room was clean and quiet. The staff was friendly.
Cole, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff is real down to earth and friendly.
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing!!! location is perfect food is at walking distance and the staff is very friendly I highly recommend
Augusto, 1-night trip