Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)12 min drive
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About this area
Santa Barbara
Ala Mar by the Sea is located in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara, and is in the entertainment district and on the beach. Presidio Santa Barbara and Mission Santa Barbara are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Leadbetter Beach and Santa Barbara Botanical Garden. Don't miss out on a visit to Santa Barbara Zoo. Kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 5 min walk
Stearns Wharf - 5 min walk
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center - 7 min walk
Santa Barbara Harbor - 10 min walk
Leadbetter Beach - 14 min walk
Getting around
Santa Barbara Station - 7 min walk
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Finney's Crafthouse - 3 min walk
The Harbor Restaurant - 6 min walk
Loquita - 6 min walk
Union Ale - 6 min walk
Figueroa Mountain Brewing Company - 7 min walk
About this property
Ala Mar by the Sea
Motel located in Santa Barbara Beach
Ala Mar by the Sea is located close to Stearns Wharf and Presidio Santa Barbara, and provides free continental breakfast and a terrace. With a beachfront location, this motel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Free self parking
A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
ATM/banking services, motorized watercraft on site, and concierge services
Guest reviews give good marks for the beach locale
Room features
All 18 individually furnished rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Guests reviews speak well of the spacious rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
Heating and fans
Bathrooms with free toiletries
Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Refrigerators, microwaves, and daily housekeeping
Languages
Danish, English, Spanish
Cleaning and safety practices
Enhanced cleanliness measures
Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Social distancing
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Hand sanitizer provided
This information is provided by our partners.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast
Things to do
Motorized watercraft
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Guest services
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
On the beach
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, 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.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is 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
Is Ala Mar by the Sea pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Ala Mar by the Sea?
As of Jan 29, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ala Mar by the Sea on Jan 30, 2023 start from $148.75, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Ala Mar by the Sea?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Ala Mar by the Sea?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Ala Mar by the Sea?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Ala Mar by the Sea located?
Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this beachfront motel is in the entertainment district and within a 15-minute walk of Stearns Wharf and Leadbetter Beach. Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Zoo are also within 2 mi (3 km). Santa Barbara Station is 7 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free at Ala Mar by the Sea and receive a full refund?
Yes, Ala Mar by the Sea offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Ala Mar by the Sea cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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The staff was very friendly and the Motel had a nice warm feeling to it. Perfect spot walking distance from Amtrak Station, which I rode to get there from Fullerton Station. Dont need to rent Car. There is also area for continental Breakfast and a happy hour from 5pm to 7 pm.
My first impression of the Ala Mar Inn was that it was a quaint, unique place. It felt like a plaza. I was surprised by the interior window that could peer into the shower, it made my day, cause I had never seen such a thing. My roommates chuckled, and then we found ways to cover it up via blankets. Upper deck gave us a nice late night area to hang out, and it was a good one night stay.
Totally unacceptable from a security standpoint. My room was switched to another building down the street and around the corner. The key didn’t work in the lock. The room was on a side street and was left unlocked and was left dark. It didn’t appear to be cleaned (but the bed was made so who knows) and there were no towels. When I asked the front desk attendant about the lock they also tried to use the key and confirmed the key didnt work in the lock and asked me not to lock it when I left to check out. I asked for a manager to call me to discuss my stay and also texted that request as well but no one responded. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone based on my experience. Travelocity should delist them as well. Disappointing.
Location is 10/10 with it being right across the street from the beach and a 3 min walk from iconic Stearns Wharf. Sadly, the owners dont invest anything in this jewel in the rough. Update bed linens to all white to make them feel clean and fresh. Make sure fixtures in rooms and bathrooms are clean and not heavily worn or damaged. Allow a small space for hanging up clothing. Provide white towels, not old burgandy ones. Do not make guests walk to a property next door to check in and out. Make sure housekeeping has a decent attention to detail, especially in bathroom. Rooms are tired and very well worn. A slight re-fresh of the property would increase curb appeal and make property much more appealing.
Check in was slow and appeared overwhelmed with all the clients. When it was finally our turn to check in the receptionist offered us rooms in a house instead of the hotel we booked.
We declined.
Room did not feel safe, windows could not lock, but closed okay.
Would we stay here again, not for $350.
We had 2 rooms and both were disappointing.
Great location on a rather old property.
Check-in they took my credit card and then billed me far in excess of the room rate even though we had already pre-paid through Expedia. We are trying to get our money back but they do not return phone calls...
Old Motel = Ok; But lack of simple Amenities = Not
Check-in: man put up a finger to wait while he made a personal call; lasted 5+ minutes. Other than taking my cc for an extra charges he gave us nothing but a room key. Had to go back to get wifi password. Roll of toliet paper on back of toilet; no holder. No info in room. Room was clean but old, stuffy. There was a fan. Open slider to let in air was directly open to street, no screen. No closet or even bar for hanging clothes. No paper or plastic drinking cups. Conditioner & lotion, no shampoo. The continental breakfast ran out of coffee by the time I got there 25 minutes after it opened. No one around to refill. What was out was a few pieces of dry coffee cake and dry cereal. I know with COVID rooms are not cleaned daily which I am fine with but when I got home day 4 still not waste basket even emptied. At that point I could have cared less to say anything more to the management. I couldn't wait to check out. I was late getting reservations and took what was available knowing it was a peak season I paid what was asked, but over $1,600 for 4 nights for that room was ridicules. It goes down as the worst place I've stayed ever.