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6.3 / 10 Guest Rating

Ala Mar by the Sea

102 West Cabrillo, Santa Barbara, us

Ala Mar by the Sea - main view

About the Property

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!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Room service
Heating
Terrace

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

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.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

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Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

This room features a microwave.

37 sqm
Sleeps 4
2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Amenities
TVRefrigeratorFanMicrowavePrivate bathroomBarbecue

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$499.17

$399.34

Includes taxes & fees
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King Room

This room features a flat-screen TV and a microwave.

33 sqm
Sleeps 2
1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Amenities
TVRefrigeratorFanMicrowavePrivate bathroomFireplace

King Room

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$499.17

$399.34

Includes taxes & fees
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Penthouse Suite

This suite has a patio, fireplace and flat-screen TV.

56 sqm
Sleeps 2
1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Amenities
ShowerRefrigeratorFanMicrowavePrivate bathroomFireplace

Penthouse Suite

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$732.29

$585.83

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

6.3
Good669 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the location and frequently praise the friendly staff.

Categories

Cleanliness5.5
Service7.5
Location8.4
Room Quality5.0
Amenities6.0
Value for Money6.5
Food and Beverage5.5
Overall Experience6.3

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JennicausUS
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 19, 2026

"Good"

1.0
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VicenteusUS
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 19, 2026

"All good"

9.0

All good

Very good place

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K
KatieusUS
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 19, 2026

"Horrible!!!"

1.0

Close to the beach

Horrible customer service, the room was extremely hot, could not leave window open due to no screens on them, bathtub took an hour to drain from a shower, could not access breakfast until an hour past opening, check out was a nightmare, no one at counter and no one answers any of the phone numbers listed at either site. The "air fan" in the room made it so much hotter than leaving it off.Got nooooo sleep! I wished I could get my money back.

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D
DelayneycaCA
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 19, 2026

"Good"

3.0
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DeborahusUS
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 19, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

The place was amazing the lady who checked us in was so helpful. The beach was across the street walking distance to the pier.

The breakfast could have been better

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BeverlyusUS
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 19, 2026

"I absolutely love the hotel I took so many pictures of it because it was so beautiful All our accomm"

8.0

The room was beautiful we had everything we needed the whole structure was unbelievably beautiful everywhere perfect location I couldn't have asked for better and I definitely will be coming back first chance I get I was completely surprised and impressed how beautiful it all was and location you just can't beat I don't think there's a better place to stay for that price and those kinds of accommodations and everyone all staff were so nice.

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khanusUS
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 19, 2026

"It was a very awful experience and I am not feeling so trusting with booking.com for future bookings"

1.0

It was a very bedroom the lights did not work the internet was down the bed quality mattress is very bad. I do believe that this was a waste of $500 and I would like a refund immediately before I seek legal assistance. I had asked for a refund and I expect booking.com to refund me immediately. The reviews are very bad and you were inconvenienced so much that we had to leave the room in the middle of the night searching for a hotel and paid a lot of money at Hilton. We had no choice both my boys were graduating from UC Santa Barbara. I will never use booking.com and I will definitely be expecting a refund immediately. The staff was not available at the hotel they would answer their phones and hang up on customers. They were short staff. They were unprofessional. One time I was walking towards the office and they saw me and they turn the lights off and lock the door and left the office from the back door by the time I got there. A lot of shady business going on and it made me very very uncomfortable it was very eerie.

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DemareeusUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 19, 2026

"An experience worse than those shady, cheap motels."

2.0

Location is beautiful and convenient. There was also free breakfast.

Electricity was going out all night. There was no toilet paper or soap provided in our room. It wasn’t even cleaned correctly with long hair in the restroom floor. They were never at the front desk, so we always had to call a phone number to get any help. Plus the staff was pretty rude. They never greeted us or any other customers that were in line with us. Terrible service overall.

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ThomasusUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 19, 2026

"expensive"

5.0

had to check in at different location

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AlbertusUS
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 19, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0

The place is like an old historic house filled with an eclectic collection of antique furniture. Really cool, something different.

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