Thu 11/13
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Fri 11/14
1 room, 2 guests
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$152
/Cheapest rate per night
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Provider
Nightly total
King room
$152
Queen room
$178
Standard room
$330
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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.

6.2
Okay rating
Based on 1,019 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Ala Mar by the Sea

Thu 11/13
Fri 11/14
Standard room
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$330
nightly with fees
Queen room
bed type unknown
$178
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$215
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
$236
nightly with fees
King room
bed type unknown
$152
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$211
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$335
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
1 king bed
$498
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

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules
  • First-aid kit
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Delivered food is securely covered

Basics

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

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Grill
  • Balcony

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Snorkeling

General

  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Fireplace
  • Sea view

Media and entertainment

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

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Private bathroom

Dining

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

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.

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Bedroom

  • Clothes rack

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying

Reviews of Ala Mar by the Sea

6.2
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1019 verified ratings
Wonderful
198
Very good
128
Good
146
Okay
91
Fair
113
Mediocre
78
Poor
265

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's location and friendly staff, but many faced issues with service and cleanliness. Several reviews highlighted problems during check-in, unclean rooms, and inadequate breakfast options. Despite these issues, some guests had positive experiences and expressed a desire to return.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
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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 Beach61 yd
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center0.3 mi
  • Stearns Wharf0.3 mi
  • Andalucia Building0.4 mi
  • Santa Barbara Historical Museum0.8 mi
  • Presidio State Historic Park0.9 mi
  • Janssens-Orella-Birk Building1 mi
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse1.1 mi
  • Karpeles Manuscript Library1.1 mi
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Art1.1 mi
  • Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra1.3 mi
  • Alameda Park1.4 mi

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.

Essential information about Ala Mar by the Sea

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Average price (weekend night)

February
May
$232
$408
Cheapest month to stay with an average 52% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 32% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Ala Mar by the Sea

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

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Ala Mar by the Sea, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and April.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Ala Mar by the Sea, plan to stay on a Monday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Ala Mar by the Sea was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $357, while the most expensive was $357.
  • 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 miles from the center 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 8.6 miles from Santa Barbara. Ala Mar by the Sea is 55.1 miles from Santa Maria Public.

  • Does Ala Mar by the Sea have a pool?

    Yes, Ala Mar by the Sea has a pool onsite.

  • 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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6.7
1.0 mi
Santa Barbara
8.6 mi