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
6.06.0 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 ฿4,726
฿4,726
฿6,347 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
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Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Panoramic Room, Ocean View
Highlights
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 2 Queen Beds
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sea view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 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
When you stay at Ala Mar by the Sea, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and scuba-diving, and free perks include continental breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Also, this motel is within a short drive of University of California, Santa Barbara. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and beach location.
Languages
Danish, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Swedish
At a glance
Hotel size
18 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 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.
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
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast
What to do
On the beach
Personal watercraft (motorised)
Bike 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 curtains
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
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 lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that 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-authorise 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 that you 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 such as cycling, boat tours and fishing, and practise 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 6 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for families.
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Ala Mar by the Sea Reviews
Reviews
6.0
Good
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6.2/10
Cleanliness
6.8/10
Staff & service
5.6/10
Amenities
5.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
5.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Poor
3 Jan 2025
When I booked, price said included all taxes and fees. But checking in they charged me an extra $30 fee
Breakfast was a joke.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Sep 2024
Beautiful view of the ocean and the pier. Santa Barbara is a beautiful city
john
john, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 May 2024
Great location!
Marilee
Marilee, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jun 2024
Staff was wonderful. Beautiful property.
James
James, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 Feb 2024
The place was nice and clean access to the beach is great.
Marleen
Marleen, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
29 Nov 2024
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
Jordyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Feb 2024
Awesome motel
I love staying here when I come to Santa Barbara!
Meghan
Meghan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Sep 2023
I recommend this place, great location basically for everything on this town!
Aldo
Aldo, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 Oct 2024
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
Deborah, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 Jun 2024
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
Karen, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Aug 2024
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
Allan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Nov 2022
It was a marvelous stay.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
7 Oct 2024
expedia dont notice me about this motel charge 28.50 for use credit card to pay a deposit
and the room smell too much a tobacco
nancy
nancy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Sep 2023
The motel is right across the street from the ocean which is a very nice view.
joyce
joyce, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 Jul 2023
Very convenient walking to beach, pier, and lots of dining/ drinking options
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Feb 2024
The lobby and pool area were relaxing and unique. The room was clean and quiet. The staff was friendly.
Cole
Cole, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Jan 2024
Amazing!!! location is perfect food is at walking distance and the staff is very friendly I highly recommend
Augusto
Augusto, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Nov 2023
It was a really cute, well-maintained property. Conveniently located, right next to the beach. I'd definitely stay there again.
Dennis
Dennis, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Nov 2023
Staff is real down to earth and friendly.
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 May 2023
Love the location and the people
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
29 Sep 2024
N/A
Tamara
Tamara, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Aug 2023
Wonderful rustic Mexican/Spanish decor, across the street from the beach, close to wharf and downtown.