Ala Mar By The Sea Motel - Santa Barbara

Ala Mar By The Sea Motel - Santa Barbara

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7.6
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Ala Mar By The Sea Motel - Santa Barbara
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Overview

Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, the 3-star Ala Mar By The Sea Motel Santa Barbara is 19 minutes' stroll from Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants. This smoke-free motel entices guests with a car park, available on site.

Location

Ala Mar By The Sea Motel is located in an entertainment district, 0.7 miles from East Beach. MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation is steps away from the hotel, while Ambassador Park is 6 minutes' walk away. Santa Barbara Zoo is 1.5 miles away, and Santa Barbara Amtrak is situated 0.4 miles from this accommodation.

Ala Mar By The Sea Motel stands merely an 11-minute walk from Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, within walking distance of Gutierrez & State bus stop.

Rooms

Ala Mar By The Sea Motel Santa Barbara features 14 non-smoking rooms, some of which comprise an adjoining terrace and a balcony. Rooms also include a microwave and a fridge. Some rooms have views of the sea.

Eat & Drink

Harbor Restaurant is adjacent to this Santa Barbara hotel, 0.3 miles away.

Leisure & Business

Beach facilities at Ala Mar By The Sea Motel include sun loungers.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-22:30
until 11:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs US$15 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian, Swedish
Building
Number of rooms:14
Former name
Alamar by the Sea Motel
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Rooms and availability

Queen Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Queen Size Beds
Penthouse Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Fireplace

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services
Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

TV

Flat-screen TV

Sports activities

Hiking

Fishing

Snorkeling

Sports & Fitness

  • Snorkeling
  • Hiking
  • Fishing

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Happy hour

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Jacuzzi

Room view

  • Sea view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about Ala Mar By The Sea Motel

💵 Lowest room price 122 US$
📏 Distance to center 200 yd
🗺️ Location rating 7.8
✈️ Distance to airport 12.7 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Santa Barbara, SBA

Location

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102 West Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, California, United States of America
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102 West Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, California, United States of America
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Harbor
Stearns Wharf
100 yd
Museums
MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
100 yd
211 Stearns Wharf
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
100 yd
Chapala St & Montecito Street
Moreton Bay Fig Tree
100 yd
Winery
Santa Barbara Wine Collective
100 yd
401 Shoreline Dr
Los Banos Del Mar
100 yd
Parks
Ambassador Park
100 yd
217 State St
Reagan Ranch Center
100 yd
129 Castillo St
Carriage and Western Art Museum
100 yd
Beach
West Beach
100 yd
16 Helena Ave
Santa Barbara Surfing Museum
100 yd
Beach
Loquita Santa Barbara
100 yd
62 W Cabrillo Blvd
Waterfront
100 yd
112 W Cabrillo Blvd
Santa Barbara County Veterans
100 yd
Events
Veteran's Memorial Bldg
100 yd
Restaurant
State Street Coffee
100 yd
Restaurant
Rusty's Pizza Parlor
100 yd
Restaurant
Figueroa Mountain Brewery
100 yd
Restaurant
Mony's Mexican Food
100 yd
Restaurant
Lilly's Tacos
100 yd
Restaurant
The Neighborhood
100 yd
Restaurant
Rudy's Mexican Restaurant
100 yd
Restaurant
Backyard Bowls
100 yd
Restaurant
Santa Barabara Roasting Company
100 yd
Restaurant
UNCLE Rocco's New York Pizza
200 yd

Reviews of Ala Mar By The Sea Motel

7.6 /10
Very good
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Guests rate the Location 8/10

Categories:

Rooms and cleanliness5
Here's what guests said:
“Rooms feature quirky decor, lacking air conditioning, some cleanliness issues noted with bathrooms.”
Location8
Here's what guests said:
“Located near the beach and downtown Santa Barbara, providing easy access to local attractions.”
Dining5
Here's what guests said:
“Limited continental breakfast offerings with bread and bagels; complimentary evening wine and cheese available.”
Price and service6
Here's what guests said:
“Competitive pricing; staff noted for assistance and friendly service, despite occasional check-in issues.”
Guest reviewsWrite a Review
  • D
    Donald
    United States of America
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on Nov 18
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service6.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    quaint

    Quaint and cozy room options

    King Room
  • L
    Lawrence
    United States of America
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on Oct 03
    Very good
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service7.0
    Dining5.0
    7.0
    lovely view
    dirty bathtub

    The room had a lovely view, but the bathtub needed cleaning.

    Queen Room With Two Queen Beds
  • R
    Reggie
    United States of America
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on Sept 28
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service8.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    charming room
    sunset view
    complimentary breakfast
    noisy street

    I had a delightful stay! The room was charming, especially the Spanish tile decor. Plus, I enjoyed the amazing sunset view from the balcony and the complimentary breakfast next door. Truly a relaxing getaway.

    King Room
  • C
    Chris
    United States of America
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on Sept 28
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service7.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    great view
    local restaurants
    leaking bathroom

    I had a great time with my friends! We enjoyed exploring the nearby beach and checking out the local restaurants. The view from our room was fantastic. Just a heads-up, the bathroom could use some updates. Overall, I recommend this spot for a fun, relaxed trip.

    The bathroom was leaking from the ceiling, which was pretty disappointing and made things messy during our stay.

    Queen Room With Two Queen Beds
  • J
    James
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Aug 26
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service7.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    strong wifi
    cool bathroom
    poor quality tv

    I had a decent stay here, especially enjoying the strong WiFi and the cool bathroom design, which really stood out compared to the poor quality of the TV and lack of AC.

    Queen Room With Two Queen Beds
  • P
    Philip
    United States of America
    left 13 reviews
    Wrote a review on Aug 24
    Needs improvement
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms5.0
    Service5.0
    Dining6.0
    5.0
    convenient location
    friendly staff

    Good Location but Experiential Chaos

    The location was convenient for exploring the area, but our stay was marred by noise from the room above. It's disappointing that such a simple feature as a phone was missing, hindering communication with the front desk.

    King Room
  • R
    Ronnie
    United States of America
    left 18 reviews
    Wrote a review on Aug 09
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service8.0
    Dining6.0
    8.0
    beach access
    quirky decor

    amazing views from the penthouse suite, ideal for beach lovers wanting quirkiness

    Incredible beach view, quirky charm.

    Penthouse Suite
  • R
    Robert
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Aug 04
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms5.0
    Service5.0
    Dining5.0
    6.0
    ocean view
    pet-friendly
    charming atmosphere
    check-in confusion
    limited breakfast

    I recently visited Ala Mar By The Sea Motel. The location offered a beautiful ocean view, perfect for morning sunrises. I loved having a pet-friendly policy, which made bringing my dog along easy and enjoyable. The quirky decor and unique atmosphere added a certain charm to my stay. However, some issues stood out. I faced a problem with the check-in process since there was no one on-site. I had to go next door to get my room keys, which felt inconvenient. The room itself lacked air conditioning, making it quite warm at times, even with an oscillating fan. The absence of basic amenities like a coffee maker was disappointing. The continental breakfast options were very limited. I would expect more choices than just bread and bagels. The parking was also a hassle. it was crowded, forcing us to park on the street. The mattress was uncomfortable, feeling more like a hay bale than a bed. While the motel had its appealing aspects, it also required significant improvements to make a future stay worthwhile.

    King Room
  • S
    Stuart
    United States of America
    left 20 reviews
    Wrote a review on Aug 03
    Needs improvement
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service5.0
    Dining5.0
    5.0
    private patio

    it significantly impacted our experience.

    Penthouse Suite
  • C
    Colin
    United States of America
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Jul 20
    Needs improvement
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms5.0
    Service7.0
    Dining6.0
    5.0
    friendly staff
    great location
    responsive service
    old room

    Location was on point

    We stayed for a night and had mixed feelings. The check-in guy, Ryan, was super chill and helped us out when the cable didn’t work. The location is a big win. However, the room had this weird box vibe and was kinda dingy with a few old bugs hanging around. So, yeah, it’s a bit rough around the edges.

    Queen Room With Two Queen Beds
  • S
    Sean
    United States of America
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jul 18
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining7.0
    9.0
    beachy vibe
    great view
    friendly owners
    limited activities

    Our family loved the beachy vibe here. the kids enjoyed running around and splashing in the nearby waves. Our room had a great view, which made relaxing easy while the little ones played. The owners were super friendly and made us feel right at home.

    My kids wished for more activities around the hotel for family fun.

    Queen Room With Two Queen Beds
  • J
    Jeff
    United States of America
    left 4 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jun 26
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service9.0
    Dining6.0
    8.0
    outdoor pool
    friendly staff

    This place suits me perfectly, offering free parking, Wi-Fi, and an outdoor pool. The staff kindly assisted me with printing my boarding pass during my first stay, which I truly appreciated. I highly recommend it for a city break!

    Queen Room With Two Queen Beds
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