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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
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3 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Exterior
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Exterior
Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (Ritz-Carlton, Larger Villa) | Living room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Pool

Explore the area

Map
8301 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, CA, 93117
  • Haskell's Beach
    8 min walk
  • Sandpiper Golf Club
    16 min walk
  • Goleta Butterfly Grove
    3 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    10 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Partial Ocean View

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Partial Ocean View

  • 42 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Resort View

Room, 1 King Bed, Resort View

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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)

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

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Resort View

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Resort View

  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View

  • 79 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Resort View (Hearing Accessible)

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, 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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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Resort View

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Resort View

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Resort View

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Resort View

  • 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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Resort View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

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

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

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Resort View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

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

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

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Goleta

When you stay at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara in Goleta, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of Sandpiper Golf Club and Goleta Butterfly Grove. .This beach hotel is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from University of California, Santa Barbara and 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Glen Annie Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Sandpiper Golf Club - 16 min walk
  • Goleta Butterfly Grove - 3 min drive
  • University of California, Santa Barbara - 6 min drive
  • Goleta Point - 12 min drive
  • Isla Vista Beach - 13 min drive

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 on the beach, with 3 outdoor swimming pools
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara offers 358 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 48-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, 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 phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Microwaves, in-room massages, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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

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

The onsite 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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 358 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Frette Italian sheets. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. After dipping into one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools, you can spend some time at the private beach. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite at 'O' Bar + Kitchen, one of the hotel's 6 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 3 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Goleta? This hotel has 101352 square feet (9416 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7 AM and 11:00 AM.
'O' Bar + Kitchen - Onsite fine-dining restaurant.
Angel Oak - Overlooking the ocean, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
The Bistro - Overlooking the ocean and garden, this restaurant specializes 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 public transport

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

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 7 AM–11:00 AM: USD 50 for adults and USD 25 for children
  • 6 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 3 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • 'O' Bar + Kitchen
  • Angel Oak
  • The Bistro

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • Fitness centre
  • Free bike hire
  • Full-service spa
  • Private picnics
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • A hot tub
  • Tennis
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave (on request)
  • Fridge
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference space (101352 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Private beachfront location
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • 35 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massages
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 198
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 76
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Beach towels
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Couples dining
  • Fireplace in reception
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Romance packages available
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan
  • Down duvet
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LED TV
  • TV channels
  • Films for purchase
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave (on request)
  • Fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Free local calls
  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Turndown service
  • Water-efficient showers only

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

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 50.00 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the 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 tourism fee will be charged
  • Resort fee: USD 55.00 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 50.00 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

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

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 610 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1000 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

6/10 Okay

Karina

Travelled with family
Very steep rocky entry to beach (I hurt myself climbing back up) and not enough signage to know you have returned to property entrance. Very odd. Marijuana smell from the outside walkway of my room in 17 block in the evening. Room service selection very limited compared to other high caliber hotels. Gift shop very limited sundries. Staff all around mostly all very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Sasha

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Carmel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Percy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

tommie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was okay, a little older than I expected it to be, the showers and the room needed a bit of TLC. The proerty grounds were pretty though along with the pool. The service was great, friendly staff, i would stay here again but for the price, the rooms need some renovation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second visit in a year. Speaks for itself.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magnificent property. Unforgettable experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Soooooooo disappointed- it was very expensive and the condition of the room and amenities were sub par.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the property was great. However, the place left me with a very bad impression, when I checked out I realized i left 2 pair of shoes in the closet. I called security, They never called me back. THen they called me several days later. Asked me about the value of the shoes , ($250) and said i would be compensated and they would call me back. THen Brentton from Marriot called me, said they did " an investigation" and would not reimburse me! What investigation was done?? clearly the shoes were taken by the maid(s), and he was rather rude, not helpful. I thought that the Ritz was all about enhancing experience, well unfortunately they failed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey, Arlington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cohiba Lounge was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

George

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lilit

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property. $70 parking over the top
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Beautiful place. Friendly staff. However, we sat at the bar in Angel Oak for over 20 minutes before we got our drink and desert order taken and another half hour before it came. Hostess had to get things going and comped it thankfully. Also my lunch order at poolside bar was messed up (but got the sandwich comped which was appreciated). I just think they were terribly understaffed for the busy weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oganes

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamar, Pepper Pike

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing resort❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional property with wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great massage in a wonderful spa
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Natalie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aida

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Katelyn

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing worked- toilets People walking into our room without knocking. My wife was bathing with our son and a man walked in without any notice. Tried to report to the hotel GM and no one could get us connected with one. It was a very poor experience. Best they could do is "report with security". Had maintenance team try to enter late at night without us having requested it. Housekeeper just entered 3x without making herself known. It was hard to justify the charges and stay here. Valet also never had our car ready ontime despite requesting it ahead of time. Food was awful. Such a shame. We really wanted to love this place but was shocked at the entire thing...
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024