This motel is located on Santa Barbara's waterfront, only one block from Stearns Wharf. The inn offers a danish and coffee each morning and views of the ocean and surrounding mountains. Alamar by the Sea Motel features guest rooms with cable TV and free Wi-Fi. A sundeck with ocean and mountain views is offered at the Alamar Sea Motel. A business center is also available. The Museum of Natural History and the Santa Barbara Zoo are minutes from the Alamar Motel by the Sea. The University of California at Santa Barbara is also nearby.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.4
Facilities
6.1
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.7
Value for money
6.5
Location
9.0
Free Wifi
7.0
Low score for Santa Barbara
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Area info

Amenities of Ala Mar by the Sea

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Happy hour
  • Bar crawls
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Beach
  • Snorkeling
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Pet bowls
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Room service
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Beach umbrellas
    Spa
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Spanish
    • French
    • Italian
    • Swedish

    Property practice

    This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

    House rules
    Ala Mar by the Sea takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 22:30
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    Check-out
    Until 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercardDiscover Cash is not accepted

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Ala Mar by the Sea

    • Ala Mar by the Sea is 1.1 miles from the center of Santa Barbara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Ala Mar by the Sea include:

      • Double
      • Suite

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Ala Mar by the Sea on this page.

    • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Ala Mar by the Sea. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, Ala Mar by the Sea is popular with guests booking family stays.

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

    • The prices at Ala Mar by the Sea may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Ala Mar by the Sea offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Hiking
      • Snorkeling
      • Fishing
      • Beachfront
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Happy hour
      • Swimming pool
      • Beach
      • Bar crawls