Motel in Santa Barbara, CA
3-Star Motel
Reasons to book
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
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Includes essentialsWiFi/Internet, Air conditioning, Pool and more
About this motel
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free motel has a hot tub and concierge services. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-in, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Ala Mar by the Sea offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Ala Mar by the Sea offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Irons/ironing boards, hair dryers, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Business facilities
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
TV
Heating
Refrigerator
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Beach access
Microwave
Garden
Cribs or cots available
Ironing facilities
Free toiletries
Towels
Linens
Hairdryer
Housekeeping available
Map of Santa Barbara, CA
Available Rooms
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2026
Best bang for your buck around. You can't beat the location if you want to enjoy the beach. It's close to the fun on the pier and you can still walk downtown relatively easily (although it is a good distance for a stroll). There are many eateries close by for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The little pool they share with the sister hotel next door made for a refreshing dip and the hot tub was enjoyable to relax in. The staff were kind and helpful although sometimes there's no one at the front desk so no help when that occurs.
Parking is very tight, as it goes in cities like this so be aware that if you don't get a space then you'll have to track one down on the surrounding streets. And you need to be realistic that at this price, you are not getting a super fancy, luxurious resort hotel. It's a cute little boutique hotel, they're old buildings and some of that show, but it came off as beautiful character to me personally. So make sure you have proper expectations and a good perspective going in.
They do a fun little happy hour with some wine, crackers and cheese as well as a continental breakfast that included pastries, pie, fruit, bagels, cereal, waffles, juice and coffee.
It was just what we were looking for and we really enjoyed our time there!
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2026
Absolutely lovely hotel. We reserved a 2 bedroom room and ended up with a mini apartment with 2 cute little bedrooms, a little kitchen a nice living room, and beautiful patio to the pool area. Furnishings are old fashioned and the place could use a slight refresh on somethings (tub was a little old and could use a deeper cleaning) but I loved it. So worth it for the money (everything in the area was expensive that weekend but this was on the lower end and way better than other options at the price) and the location is perfect. May not be for everyone if you prefer more modern amenities but I loved it and will definitely be returning. 4.5 stars for me
8 / 10Excellent·Jul 2026
The property is uniquely decorated. There is nice outdoor furniture on the deck. We were fortunate enough to get the room with a balcony with an ocean view. However, there is ample space on the deck to enjoy views of the ocean, wharf, and harbor. Breakfast was okay --continental. The staff was okay. There are not what I called well staffed. They have a chat feature for their contact, but it is not well attended in my opinion. The downside of the room was no coffee maker. There is a microwave that barely heats and a decent refrigerator. The downside of the property is the pool they say they have is actually in another building. The location is great, but it is rather noisy because of the traffic.
5 / 10·Oct 2026
Had a great visit in Santa Barbara and was a big room and perfect location.
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"Best bang for your buck around. You can't beat the location if you want to enjoy the beach. It's close to the fun on the pier and you can still walk downtown relatively easily (although it is a good d..."
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