Title: Ala Mar by the Sea Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ala Mar by the Sea On beach with outdoor pool, near Stearns Wharf ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/916700/916672/b9a3a673.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/916700/916672/3607bf5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/916700/916672/e2d05561.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/916700/916672/69eaa49d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/916700/916672/a1659f34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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. 6.0 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Air conditioning - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Housekeeping - Parking included £124 includes taxes & fees 4 Dec - 5 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 27 - Nov 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=916672&PinnedHotelID=916672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=916672&PinnedHotelID=916672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 28 - Nov 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=916672&PinnedHotelID=916672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=916672&PinnedHotelID=916672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=916672&PinnedHotelID=916672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=916672&PinnedHotelID=916672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=916672&PinnedHotelID=916672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=916672&PinnedHotelID=916672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/916700/916672/0f2315a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 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 ![Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/916700/916672/9b49c19d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 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 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/916700/916672/637b2899.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 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 ![Panoramic Room, Ocean View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/916700/916672/370e857b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 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 ## You may also like Ad ![Sports facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18000/17955/fe7af377.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort Santa Barbara Beach - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Barbara-Hotels-Ala-Mar-By-The-Sea.h916672.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Barbara-Hotels-Ala-Mar-By-The-Sea.h916672.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.41108%2C-119.69060&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WBPSm2U65OYmwBQCOh6KLXghGc8=) 102 West Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101 #### What's nearby - West Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Stearns Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Santa Barbara City College - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Leadbetter Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles #### 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 - ‪SB Biergarten - ‬4 min walk - ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min walk - ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬4 min walk - ‪Santa Barbara FisHouse - ‬8 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, motorised watercraft on-site and concierge services - ATM/banking services, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property - 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. 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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 ### More - 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 ### More - 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Ala Mar Ala Mar Sea Ala Mar Sea Hotel Ala Mar Sea Hotel Santa Barbara Ala Mar Sea Santa Barbara Ala Mar Sea Motel Santa Barbara Ala Mar Sea Motel 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. ### How much does it cost to stay at Ala Mar by the Sea? > As of 27 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ala Mar by the Sea on 4 Dec 2025 start from £124.28, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Ala-Mar-By-The-Sea.h916672.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### 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. ## Have a question? 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