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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property

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Relax by the pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, with breathtaking views of the sea.
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Cozy living space with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and dining area, featuring large windows and a chandelier.
Experience the grandeur of our lobby, featuring a high ceiling, pendant lights, and a spacious open layout.
Relax in this spacious living room with a high ceiling, featuring a large window offering a view of the sea.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Room service

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8301 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, CA, 93117
  • Sandpiper Golf Club
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Goleta Butterfly Grove
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • University of California, Santa Barbara
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 42 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (Ritz-Carlton, Larger Villa) | Living room | 48-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV, pay films

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (Ritz-Carlton, Larger Villa)

  • 344 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View (Penthouse Suite, Balcony) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View (Penthouse Suite, Balcony)

  • 139 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Resort View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 79 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Resort View (Hearing Accessible)

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View (Balcony)

  • 86 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Resort View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Resort View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Resort View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Resort View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Luxury hotel on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools
Catch some rays on The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara's private sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 5 restaurants. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara offers 358 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. 48-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, bathrobes, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Microwaves, in-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

A private beach, 4 outdoor tennis courts and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with Access to hot tub. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The on-site spa has 35 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Haskell's Beach. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus 3 outdoor pools and 5 restaurants.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Drinking and dining options include 5 restaurants, a coffee shop, a poolside bar and 3 bars/lounges
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the 3 outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Treat yourself to aromatherapy, body scrubs or Ayurvedic treatments at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a private beach, 4 outdoor tennis courts and a gym
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Sandpiper Golf Club and a few minutes from Goleta Butterfly Grove
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Simply walk outside to smell the salty air and watch the ocean waves from the sandy beach. At The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, you can cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

There are 5 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury hotel also offers outdoor tennis courts, a hot tub and a sauna. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Goleta hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7 AM to 11:00 AM.
'O' Bar + Kitchen – On-site fine-dining restaurant.
The Bistro – Overlooking the ocean and garden, this restaurant specialises in Californian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 70 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 50 for adults and USD 25 for children
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 'O' Bar + Kitchen
  • The Bistro

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 101,352 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 35 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Lift (198 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 22 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2000
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 0.3 per cent destination fee will be charged.
  • Resort fee: USD 62.94 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 50 for adults and from USD 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 70 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Bacara
Bacara Goleta
Bacara Resort
Bacara Resort Goleta
Bacara Hotel Santa Barbara
Bacara Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Bacara Resort
Bacara Spa Resort Santa Barbara
Bacara Resort Santa Barbara Ca
Ritz-Carlton Bacara Santa Barbara Hotel Goleta
Ritz-Carlton Bacara Santa Barbara Hotel
Ritz-Carlton Bacara Santa Barbara Goleta
The Ritz Carlton Bacara Santa Barbara
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Hotel

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 615 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1002 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Skyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Levi

Wasn’t full ocean room although I specifically paid extra for that View was from balcony though
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought this property was lovely for a quick trip. There is a lot to do on the property that you don’t need to leave if you are looking to relax and vacate. Dining options are good, service was excellent. I’d return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Allan

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Lindokuhle, Santa Ana

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super private and secluded. Tranquility
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, San Luis Obispo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle, Pismo Beach

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One night stay for business. Lovely hotel with great views. Great spa. Pricey for being tucked away activities/food off-site.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald, Newport Coast

Not quite up to Ritz Carlton standards
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleksey

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Denis

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dijana, silver spring

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia, Santa molto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Paneez

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyrus

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Nice hotel but bad experience

Nice hotel for the views, but you will spend 95% of your time walking around a giant outdoor maze trying to find where to go if you go look for food or leave for any reason, and this is coming from actively fit people who have no problem doing 20k steps in a day. And if you want to get to your car you paid $100/night valet parking for, it's impossible because of massive crowds of people leaving at the same time. Room service also billed my credit card when I paid the delivery guy in cash (with a nice tip too) So I have to go out of my way to call them and make a claim. The room service food was absolutely terrible, we took one bite and said no. We left after one night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ritz Bacara is beautiful. Driving in to the courtyard and being greeted immediately. Valet, bell service and check-in were a breeze and set the tone for relaxation and ease. Tiana was delightful. Our room was lovely. We took advantage of all 4 restaurants on property and were spoiled at all of them. Grant at San Setto, Dulce and Lucy at the Bistro, Joe at Angel Oak and Claire at the O Bar. Could not have had better service and the menus are diverse, the food is fantastic. We also enjoyed a cigar and cocktail at the Cohiba lounge. Kalad was gracious and the music was spot on. Yvonne delighted us with our wine flights at the on site wine bar. One of our favorite trips ever !!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort, amazing location, great service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and so was food!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024