Ala Mar by the Sea

On beach with outdoor pool, near Stearns Wharf

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Ala Mar by the Sea, along Santa Barbara's coast, offers a peaceful getaway with continental breakfast and a scenic terrace. Enjoy in-room WiFi, on-site motorized watercraft, or relax at nearby Leadbetter Beach. Guests love the beachfront location and helpful staff.

Popular amenities

Breakfast included
Hot tub
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Pet-friendly
Parking included

On the beach

This motel is located on the beach. Popular nearby activities worth checking out include snorkelling and surf lessons.

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 15 - Sep 16

Tomorrow

Sep 16 - Sep 17

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private hot tub

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Panoramic Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private hot tub

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Sea view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the area

102 West Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Stearns Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Leadbetter Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

Santa Barbara Station - 7 min walk
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
‪Chad’s - ‬3 min walk
‪SB Biergarten - ‬4 min walk
‪McConnell's Fine Ice Creams - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ala Mar by the Sea

Motel near Stearns Wharf

Located close to Presidio Santa Barbara and Leadbetter Beach, Ala Mar by the Sea provides free continental breakfast, a terrace and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Additional perks include:

An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
Express check-in, concierge services and motorised watercraft on-site
ATM/banking services, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff

Room features

All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi.

Extra amenities include:

Bathrooms with free toiletries
Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Fridges, microwaves and heating

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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 motorised watercraft

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Outdoor pool
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

ATM
Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

On the beach
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

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

2 floors
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

Champagne service
Microwave
Refrigerator

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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per day

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 60.0 per day.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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-authorise 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Ala Mar Sea Motel Santa Barbara

Ala Mar Sea Motel

Ala Mar Sea Santa Barbara

Ala Mar Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea Motel

Ala Mar by the Sea Santa Barbara

Ala Mar by the Sea Motel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does Ala Mar by the Sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Ala Mar by the Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Ala Mar by the Sea?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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.

What time is check-out at Ala Mar by the Sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ala Mar by the Sea located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this beachfront motel is in the entertainment district and within a 15-minute walk of Stearns Wharf and Leadbetter Beach. Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Zoo are also within 2 mi (3 km). Santa Barbara Station is 7 minutes by foot.