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By a verified traveler on Wed 16 Jun 2021

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Hotel Description

Beachfront motel near Stearns Wharf

On the beach

Within a 15-minute walk of this Santa Barbara Beach motel, you'll find Stearns Wharf and Leadbetter Beach. Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Zoo are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Free perks

This motel features free WiFi in public areas, concierge services, and free self parking. Free continental breakfast is served. A terrace is provided and the front desk is staffed around-the-clock.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Panoramic Room, Ocean View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Ala Mar by the Sea ratings based on 17 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
2.6 out of 5 2.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 3.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 3.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 1.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 2.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Ala Mar by the Sea

Everyone (8) Couples (3) Family (7)
5 out of 5

Posted by on Nov 24, 2023

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4 out of 5
Friendly staff

Posted by , from RIVERSIDE on Nov 23, 2023

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1 out of 5
trash and cigarette butts in planter right outside room. door didn't seem totally secure. poorly maintained building and room- needs some TLC badly, peeling paint, wood rot. didn't stay, left after 10 minutes of checking out the room and additional location room owned by hotel. same condition. will be challenging any charge for the 3 nights that were booked.

Posted by on Oct 28, 2023

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1 out of 5
I don't know where to begin. From the minute we entered the room it was extremely hot and even with attempts to cooling it down, it never cooled down! The linen had multiple other peoples hair on them! The bathroom sink filled up within seconds from washing my hands, the water was dripping and no flow. All the wood was rotting inside and outside of the hotel! It reminded me of a tweaker pad! Not very comforting. We had our young teen children with us and i was more worried they would find something in there room. I did a quick sweep and it was just as gross as ours. We found used bandages and condoms on the balcony over looking the street. I will not only come back but will never recommend this hotel. Which is sad because my husband is from there and has family still living in SB and visit them quite often. We thought being close to the beach would be fun and a great family trip. It was horrible and to know the price we paid for that experience was even worse.

Posted by on Sep 11, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Oct 26, 2023 by front desk

thanks for helping us pick up the neighborhood!!

2 out of 5
This property is across from the beach.

Posted by on Aug 31, 2023

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1 out of 5
The room was not the quality of the room I chose. The sheets had stains and hair on them. The bed covers didn't look like they were fresh. There were stains in the toilet that looked like feces (the maid told us they weren't feces). The manager would neither let us change rooms nor get our money back.

Posted by , from Sacramento on Jun 18, 2023

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2 out of 5

Posted by on May 13, 2023

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1 out of 5
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.

Posted by on Oct 18, 2022

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2 out of 5

Posted by on Jun 9, 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by , from SAN JOSE on Nov 28, 2021

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Property Features

Free breakfast is available. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Ala Mar by the Sea. Self parking is free. This Santa Barbara motel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access , Internet access (complimentary)

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: Santa Barbara Station (0.6 km / 0.4 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Ala Mar by the Sea offers 18 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary toiletries and fans. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer available
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Blackout drapes
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor

Food & Drink

Guests are served free continental breakfast.

Nearby Activities

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Water skiing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Surf lessons - nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Personal motorized watercraft on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 10:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

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.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 25.00
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

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

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

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, Discover, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Credit card pre-authorization
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day plus USD 25.00 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 28.50

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • 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
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.