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Ala Mar by the Sea

102 West Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, US
3.1Good
Hotel amenities
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Pet Friendly
Free Parking
Non-Smoking
Free Breakfast

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About this property

Ala Mar by the Sea is an independent 3-star beachfront motel located in Santa Barbara, California. Situated in the Santa Barbara Beach neighborhood, the property places guests within a 15-minute walk of Stearns Wharf and Leadbetter Beach. The Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Zoo are 1.4 miles and 1.7 miles away, respectively. Guests consistently rate the location highly at 4.4 out of 5 stars.

The motel offers 18 individually decorated guestrooms, each equipped with a refrigerator and flat-screen television. Beds feature pillowtop construction with Egyptian cotton sheets. All rooms include complimentary wireless internet access and digital programming for entertainment. Bathrooms are supplied with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can start their day with a complimentary continental breakfast served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM. Room service is available during limited hours. The property features an outdoor pool and hot tub for recreation. Complimentary wireless internet is available throughout the motel, and concierge services can assist with planning activities. Water sports are readily accessible nearby, including surfing, snorkeling, kayaking, scuba diving, and sailing. Bicycle rentals, golf courses, and hiking and biking trails are also nearby. The motel is a smoke-free property with free self parking, wheelchair-accessible parking, and a wheelchair-accessible path of travel. Pets are welcome, and service animals stay at no additional charge.

Check-in runs from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Ala Mar by the Sea in Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara Beach), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Stearns Wharf and Leadbetter Beach. This motel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Presidio Santa Barbara and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

West Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Stearns Wharf - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Santa Barbara Harbor - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Reagan Ranch Center - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Chase Palm Park - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Santa Barbara City College - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Moreton Bay Fig Tree - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Carriage and Western Art Museum - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Santa Barbara Art Foundry - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Santa Barbara Carriage Museum - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
East Beach - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi

The nearest airports are:
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 17 km / 10.6 mi
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 48.7 km / 30.2 mi

The preferred airport for Ala Mar by the Sea is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 18 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Dining

Take advantage of the motel's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Amenities & features

Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a hot tub. This motel also features complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Featured amenities include express check-in and ATM/banking services. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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
  • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. 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.

Pet policy

Pets are welcome.

Fees & policies

  • Pet fee: $50 per pet, per day Service animals are exempt from fees Crib (infant bed) fee: $50 per night Rollaway bed fee: $50 per night Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of $28.50 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Know before you go

  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Frequently asked questions

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ala Mar by the Sea?

Check-in starts at 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.

Where is Ala Mar by the Sea located?

Ala Mar by the Sea is located at 102 West Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, US.

What attractions are near Ala Mar by the Sea?

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. West Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Stearns Wharf - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Santa Barbara Harbor - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Reagan Ranch Center - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Chase Palm Park - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Santa Barbara City College - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Moreton Bay Fig Tree - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi Carriage and Western Art Museum - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi Santa Barbara Art Foundry - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Santa Barbara Carriage Museum - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi East Beach - 1 km / 0.6 mi Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center - 1 km / 0.6 mi Santa Barbara Maritime Museum - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi The nearest airports are: Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 17 km / 10.6 mi Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 48.7 km / 30.2 mi The preferred airport for Ala Mar by the Sea is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA).

How do I get to Ala Mar by the Sea?

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

What dining options are available at Ala Mar by the Sea?

Take advantage of the motel's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

What amenities does Ala Mar by the Sea offer?

Ala Mar by the Sea features amenities such as Pool, Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly, Free Parking, Non-Smoking, Free Breakfast.

What are the rooms like at Ala Mar by the Sea?

Make yourself at home in one of the 18 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Is Ala Mar by the Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, Ala Mar by the Sea is pet-friendly.

What fees should I know about at Ala Mar by the Sea?

Pet fee: $50 per pet, per day Service animals are exempt from fees Crib (infant bed) fee: $50 per night Rollaway bed fee: $50 per night Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of $28.50 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

What should I know before staying at Ala Mar by the Sea?

Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.