Ala Mar by the Sea

2 stars
102 West Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States
Santa Barbara, CA
+1 805 962 9208
6.3
Okay
based on 1048 reviews
1,048 reviews
Mon 6/4
-
Tue 7/4
1 room, 2 guests
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C$ 197
/Cheapest rate per night
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Nightly total
Queen room
C$ 197
King room
C$ 211
Superior Room
C$ 229
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Overview

Alamar by the Sea Motel is situated in Santa Barbara and features free Wi-Fi. It provides a sun deck, and is a short walk from Andalucia Building and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center.

The motel has 22 rooms, all of which are equipped with a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. They are also fitted with a microwave and a refrigerator.

Alamar by the Sea Motel is surrounded by the area's tourist attractions, including Santa Barbara City College, Brooks Institute and West Beach, which are a short walk away. Stearns Wharf is only a two-minute walk from the motel.

6.3
Okay rating
Based on 1,048 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Ala Mar by the Sea

Mon 6/4
-
Tue 7/4
King room
bed type unknown
C$ 211
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 211
nightly with fees
1 king bed
C$ 245
nightly with fees
Queen room
bed type unknown
C$ 197
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 211
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 211
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
C$ 496
nightly with fees
1 king bed
C$ 691
nightly with fees
Standard Room
1 queen bed
C$ 231
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 296
nightly with fees
Superior Room
bed type unknown
C$ 229
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 410
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Ala Mar by the Sea

  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beachfront
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Mobile hotspot device
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating

Things to do

  • Winery tours
  • Zoo
  • Hiking
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Windsurfing
  • Snorkeling
  • Swimming

Outdoor

  • Balcony
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Grill
  • Garden

General

  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Fireplace
  • Sea view

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Microwave

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Room service
  • 24hr front desk

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Bedroom

  • Clothes rack

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying

Reviews of Ala Mar by the Sea

6.3
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1048 verified ratings
Wonderful
205
Very good
133
Good
147
Okay
94
Fair
115
Mediocre
80
Poor
274

Summary of reviews

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Guests appreciated the hotel's location, being close to the beach and restaurants. However, many reviews highlighted issues with cleanliness, maintenance, and service, including problems with check-in procedures and room conditions. Some guests enjoyed the unique character of the property, while others found it dated and in need of upgrades.
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5.1
Fair
Anonymous, Feb 2019
Cons (-) Location is great and staff is nice. But there were two things that I found that were deal breakers and why I would not recommend this hot. #1 was termite feces falling from the cieling everyday covering furniture. It was pretty gross. #2 was in the middle of the night hearing other hotel guests drinking and chatting loudly outside the rooms at 3-4am during weekday. This happened both nights we we...
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Location

102 West Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

What's nearby

  • West Beach55 m
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center0.5 km
  • Stearns Wharf0.5 km
  • Andalucia Building0.6 km
  • Santa Barbara Historical Museum1.3 km
  • Presidio State Historic Park1.5 km
  • Janssens-Orella-Birk Building1.7 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse1.8 km
  • Karpeles Manuscript Library1.8 km
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Art1.8 km
  • Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra2.1 km
  • Alameda Park2.3 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Ala Mar by the Sea

  • How long should you stay at Ala Mar by the Sea? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Ala Mar by the Sea

  • Where is Ala Mar by the Sea located?

    Ala Mar by the Sea is located at 102 West Cabrillo Boulevard, 1.6 km from the centre of Santa Barbara. West Beach is the closest landmark to Ala Mar by the Sea.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Ala Mar by the Sea?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Ala Mar by the Sea.

  • Does Ala Mar by the Sea offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Ala Mar by the Sea offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Ala Mar by the Sea offer free parking?

    Yes, Ala Mar by the Sea offers free parking.

  • How far is Ala Mar by the Sea from the airport?

    Ala Mar by the Sea is 13.9 km from Santa Barbara. Ala Mar by the Sea is 88.7 km from Santa Maria Public.

  • Does Ala Mar by the Sea have a pool?

    Yes, Ala Mar by the Sea has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Ala Mar by the Sea hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Ala Mar by the Sea in Santa Barbara and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Ala Mar by the Sea and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Ala Mar by the Sea.

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

6.8
1.6 km
Santa Barbara
13.9 km

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