Ala Mar by the Sea
2.0 star property
Beachfront motel near Stearns Wharf
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Reviews
6.06.0 out of 10
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- Hot Tub
- Air conditioning
- Parking included
- Housekeeping
- Pet friendly
Explore the area
102 West Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
- West BeachPlace, West Beach1 min walk
- Stearns WharfPlace, Stearns Wharf7 min walk
- Santa Barbara ZooPlace, Santa Barbara Zoo3 min drive
- Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)14 min drive
Room options
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Room, 1 King Bed
- Ocean view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Room, 2 Queen Beds
- Sea view
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View
- Ocean view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Panoramic Room, Ocean View
- Ocean view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood
Santa Barbara
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).
What's nearby
- West Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
- Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
- Stearns Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
- Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
- Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
Getting around
- Santa Barbara Station - 7 min walk
- Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
- Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - 3 min walk
- SB Biergarten - 4 min walk
- Chad’s - 3 min walk
- Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - 4 min walk
- Santa Barbara FisHouse - 8 min walk
About this property
Ala Mar by the Sea
Beachfront motel near Stearns Wharf
Ala Mar by the Sea offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is available. 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)
- Poolside lounge chairs
- Umbrellas for the pool
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Express check-in
- Tour and ticket information
- Concierge
- Terrace
- ATM
- No smoking on site
Ala Mar by the Sea offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. 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.
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- In-room microwave
- In-room refrigerator
- Outdoor pool
- Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
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
- Hot tub
- Outdoor pool
- Personal motorized watercraft
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 1 accessible parking space
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Room amenities
Entertainment
- Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Blackout drapes
- Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer (on request)
- Private bathroom
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Champagne service
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
More
- Access via exterior corridors
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
- Iron/ironing board on request
- Laptop workspace
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The property charges USD 28.50 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
- Pets: USD 50 per pet, per day
- Food and water bowls are available
- Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 60.0 per day.
- Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per day
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 60.0 per day
- 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.
You need to know
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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.
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
How close is Ala Mar by the Sea to the airport?
Ala Mar by the Sea is 10.6 mi (12-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Ala Mar by the Sea have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Ala Mar by the Sea.
How close is Ala Mar by the Sea to the beach?
This motel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Ala Mar by the Sea offer free breakfast?
Yes, Ala Mar by the Sea offers free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Ala Mar by the Sea?
No, there is no casino at this motel.
What time is check-in at Ala Mar by the Sea?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Ala Mar by the Sea?
This motel offers free self parking.
Does Ala Mar by the Sea have a pool?
Ala Mar by the Sea features an outdoor pool.
Does Ala Mar by the Sea have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this motel.
How close is Ala Mar by the Sea to downtown Santa Barbara?
Ala Mar by the Sea is 1.1 mi away from Santa Barbara.
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