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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools

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3 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (Ritz-Carlton, Larger Villa) | Living room | 48-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV, pay movies
Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View (Penthouse Suite, Balcony) | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View (Penthouse Suite, Balcony) | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Room service
The current price is AED 2,476
AED 3,013 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun

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Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
  • Partial ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 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 movies

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

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • Ocean view
  • 344 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View (Penthouse Suite, Balcony) | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • Ocean view
  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Resort View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
  • Partial ocean view
  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • Ocean view
  • 86 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • Resort view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • Resort view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

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8301 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, CA, 93117

What's nearby

  • Sandpiper Golf Club - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Goleta Butterfly Grove - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • University of California, Santa Barbara - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Glen Annie Golf Club - 5 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Goleta Point - 16 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Goleta Station - 12 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Los Agaves - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lilly's Tacos - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Luxury hotel near University of California, Santa Barbara
Located close to Sandpiper Golf Club and Goleta Butterfly Grove, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara provides an adjacent golf course, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Indulge in a massage, a body wrap, and aromatherapy at the onsite spa. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Californian cuisine. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; the property also has shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • Swimming pool with cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • Valet parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and 3 outdoor pools
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 358 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Frette Italian sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
  • Designer toiletries, separate tubs/showers, and hair dryers
  • 48-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and recycling

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 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
  • In-room crib
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator (78 inch 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches 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 crib
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from January 8 2025 to June 21 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
  • Select guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 0.3 percent destination fee will be charged
  • Resort fee: USD 61.71 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 50 for adults and 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–8:00 PM. The property will be renovating one of the pools from January 8 2025 to June 21 2025 (completion date subject to change).

Is The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

Valet parking is available for USD 70 per night.

What time is check-in at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara located?

Located in Goleta, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sandpiper Golf Club, Goleta Butterfly Grove, and University of California, Santa Barbara. Glen Annie Golf Club and Lookout County Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 613 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1001 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

Beautiful property! The staff is very attentive and meet all your needs
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Service is exceptionally excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10

we were disappointed. the property was partly under construction. grounds are nice but not spectacular. service ordinary. restaurant not great. only wonderful part was the cocktail. not worth the money (esp the extra charges).
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Beautiful resort, amazing location, great service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

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

Staff was amazing and so was food!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

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

Super private and secluded. Tranquility
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Love it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Great hotel Exceptionally good staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Amazing resort❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Fabulous hotel and excellent staff! Looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

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

10/10

From the sparking champagne when we arrived to spending time at the pool or on our balcony to a wonderful dinner at Angel Oak, we completely enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Exceptional property with wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Always a great stay, Alicia and Regan in the bar are the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

The Cohiba Lounge was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Beautiful property… need some upgrades
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

I loved the club lounge, fitness center, and spa. Staff members in the lounge were very welcoming and attentive and made it well worth the additional daily cost for access. The fitness center had everything we needed and the manicure I received at the spa was beautiful. The property itself is gorgeous and I especially loved walking the trail to the public beach that's just below the property. I'd highly recommend. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Amazing top notch resort.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10

Loved the quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

The property is incredible location and very well maintained!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

I had a great massage in a wonderful spa
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024