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Ala Mar by the Sea

★★★ 102 West Cabrillo, Santa Barbara, US

6.3 guest rating· 673 reviews

About this hotel

Stunning Waterfront Motel in Santa Barbara

Experience the beauty of Santa Barbara at Alamar by the Sea Motel, conveniently located just a block away from the iconic Stearns Wharf.

Ocean Views and Modern Amenities

Relax in our cozy guest rooms equipped with cable TV and complimentary Wi-Fi. Wake up to a delightful danish and coffee breakfast while enjoying breathtaking views of the ocean and mountains from your room.

Sundeck and Convenient Facilities

Unwind on our sundeck overlooking the picturesque ocean and mountains, or stay productive at our on-site business center. Explore nearby attractions like the Museum of Natural History, Santa Barbara Zoo, and UC Santa Barbara during your stay.

Ready to experience Santa Barbara's beauty? Book your stay at Alamar by the Sea Motel now!

Rooms & rates

Queen Suite with Spa Bath

Sleeps 3 · 28 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

Room, Mountain View

Sleeps 3 · Queen Bed, Twin bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower

Room

Sleeps 3 · King bed, Twin bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Sleeps 4 · 2× Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom

Room

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

Room

Sleeps 2 · Queen Bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

Room

Sleeps 5 · 2× Queen Bed, Twin bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

Penthouse Suite

Sleeps 2 · 56 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Refrigerator
  • Fan
  • Microwave

King Room with Spa Bath

Sleeps 2 · 33 m² · Queen bed

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Free Parking
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets allowed
  • Pet bowls
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Mobile app for room service
  • Room service
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  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Happy hour
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Pub crawls
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Snorkelling
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Terrace
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property

Location

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102 West Cabrillo, Santa Barbara, US

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say6.3673 reviews

+ Location+ Friendly StaffPoor Room ConditionInadequate Amenities
Cleanliness5.5
Service7.5
Location8.4
Room Quality5.0
Amenities6.0
Value for Money6.5

It was very relaxing I enjoyed my stay.

7.0

I like that it was clean and quiet and I like the bathroom the tub was very relaxing I enjoyed it I sleep very good .

ge · US · 2026-07-24

Pas terrible.

4.0

L'emplacement est sympath puisqu'au plus prêt de la mer.

Notre chambre de la partie motel (à bien différencier de la partie villa) n'était pas très confortable en terme de litterie. La salle de bain était très petite. Sa propreté juste acceptable. La fenêtre de la salle de bain était cassée. Les volets de la chambre ne se réglaient plus. Bref, pas aux attentes pour ce prix.

Antoine · FR · 2026-07-20

Guest review

5.0

Die Lage war für uns perfekt. Nahe vom Strand und der Funk Zone. Ins Zentrum sind es auch nur ca. 15 Minuten zu Fuss. Die Hotelanlage ist sehr schön bepflanzt und der mexikanische Stil ist sehr cool. Gratis Parkplätze.

Wir hatten ein Zimmer im Erdgeschoss. Es war eher dunkel, abgenutzt und allgemein renovationsbedürftig. Sehr ringhörig, sowohl die Fenster wie auch gegen die Nachbarn oben. Man hört wirklich jeden Schritt! Im Zimmer gab es keinen Föhn, keine Lampen, welche man vom Bett aus bedienen kann und auch kein Duschmittel.

Christoph · CH · 2026-07-16

Worth the stay.

10.0

Beautiful, full apartment, great location

Nothing

Alisa · US · 2026-07-15

Guest review

8.0

Amazing location with beautiful architecture all around

A small vent on the side of our bathtub was halfway off its hinges,

Atticus · US · 2026-07-09

Guest review

5.0

La vista

Muy caro

Freddy · US · 2026-06-28

Good to know

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.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

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Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Groups

No special conditions apply for groups.