Ala Mar By The Sea Motel - Santa Barbara
34.41113, -119.69077Located 6 minutes' stroll from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, the 2-star Ala Mar By The Sea Motel Santa Barbara offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and parking. This Santa Barbara motel is in West Beach, which is named for the wide sandy area popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers, 3 km from such natural sights as Andree Clark Bird Refuge Nature Preserve.
Location
The property has a beachfront location a few minutes' drive from the lush Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden, while shopping venues like Paseo Nuevo Shops & Restaurants Mall are 1.5 km away. Sports fans can also visit Los Banos Del Mar Public Swimming Pool, 450 metres from the Ala Mar By Sea Motel Santa Barbara, and take their families to Santa Barbara Zoo, which is 2.5 km away. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to East Beach, which is 1.1 km away. Stearns Wharf Harbor and Santa Barbara Wine Collective are both very close to Ala Mar By The Sea Motel.
Situated in the heart of Santa Barbara, the property is 10 minutes' walk from Gutierrez & State bus stop.
Rooms
There are 14 spacious rooms at the accommodation, some of them have a stone fireplace, and modern facilities such as wireless internet and cable channels. They are outfitted with spacious decor. Guests can also enjoy views of the sea.
Eat & Drink
Sample American specialties at Harbor Restaurant located adjacent to the hotel.
Rooms and availability
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:2 Queen Size Beds
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Max:2 persons
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Fireplace
Essential information about Ala Mar By The Sea Motel
💵 Lowest room price | 202 NZ$ |
📏 Distance to centre | 1.3 km |
🗺️ Location rating | 7.8 |
✈️ Distance to airport | 20.4 km |
🧳 Nearest airport | Santa Barbara, SBA |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
- Hotels nearby
Reviews of Ala Mar By The Sea Motel
What guests liked
powered by AI, based on real reviews
Ocean views, pet-friendly rooms, free parking, and convenient location near restaurants enhance guest experiences.
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missingWrote a review on 18 Novquaint
Quaint and cozy room options
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missingWrote a review on 03 Octlovely viewdirty bathtub
The room had a lovely view, but the bathtub needed cleaning.
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missingWrote a review on 28 Septcharming roomsunset viewcomplimentary breakfastnoisy street
I had a delightful stay! The room was charming, especially the Spanish tile decor. Plus, I enjoyed the amazing sunset view from the balcony and the complimentary breakfast next door. Truly a relaxing getaway.
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missingWrote a review on 28 Septgreat viewlocal restaurantsleaking bathroom
I had a great time with my friends! We enjoyed exploring the nearby beach and checking out the local restaurants. The view from our room was fantastic. Just a heads-up, the bathroom could use some updates. Overall, I recommend this spot for a fun, relaxed trip.
The bathroom was leaking from the ceiling, which was pretty disappointing and made things messy during our stay.
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missingWrote a review on 26 Augstrong wificool bathroompoor quality tv
I had a decent stay here, especially enjoying the strong WiFi and the cool bathroom design, which really stood out compared to the poor quality of the TV and lack of AC.
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missingWrote a review on 24 Augconvenient locationfriendly staff
Good Location but Experiential Chaos
The location was convenient for exploring the area, but our stay was marred by noise from the room above. It's disappointing that such a simple feature as a phone was missing, hindering communication with the front desk.
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missingWrote a review on 09 Augbeach accessquirky decor
amazing views from the penthouse suite, ideal for beach lovers wanting quirkiness
Incredible beach view, quirky charm.
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missingWrote a review on 04 Augocean viewpet-friendlycharming atmospherecheck-in confusionlimited breakfast
I recently visited Ala Mar By The Sea Motel. The location offered a beautiful ocean view, perfect for morning sunrises. I loved having a pet-friendly policy, which made bringing my dog along easy and enjoyable. The quirky decor and unique atmosphere added a certain charm to my stay. However, some issues stood out. I faced a problem with the check-in process since there was no one on-site. I had to go next door to get my room keys, which felt inconvenient. The room itself lacked air conditioning, making it quite warm at times, even with an oscillating fan. The absence of basic amenities like a coffee maker was disappointing. The continental breakfast options were very limited. I would expect more choices than just bread and bagels. The parking was also a hassle. it was crowded, forcing us to park on the street. The mattress was uncomfortable, feeling more like a hay bale than a bed. While the motel had its appealing aspects, it also required significant improvements to make a future stay worthwhile.
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missingWrote a review on 03 Augprivate patio
it significantly impacted our experience.
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missingWrote a review on 20 Julfriendly staffgreat locationresponsive serviceold room
Location was on point
We stayed for a night and had mixed feelings. The check-in guy, Ryan, was super chill and helped us out when the cable didn’t work. The location is a big win. However, the room had this weird box vibe and was kinda dingy with a few old bugs hanging around. So, yeah, it’s a bit rough around the edges.
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missingWrote a review on 18 Julbeachy vibegreat viewfriendly ownerslimited activities
Our family loved the beachy vibe here. the kids enjoyed running around and splashing in the nearby waves. Our room had a great view, which made relaxing easy while the little ones played. The owners were super friendly and made us feel right at home.
My kids wished for more activities around the hotel for family fun.
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missingWrote a review on 26 Junoutdoor poolfriendly staff
This place suits me perfectly, offering free parking, Wi-Fi, and an outdoor pool. The staff kindly assisted me with printing my boarding pass during my first stay, which I truly appreciated. I highly recommend it for a city break!
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