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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront hotel near Sandpiper Golf Club

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3 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View (Penthouse Suite, Balcony)
Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View (Penthouse Suite, Balcony)
Private beach, beach towels
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
    On private beach
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Room service
    Room service

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 comforters, pillowtop 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 comforters, pillowtop 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 comforters, pillowtop 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 comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View

  • 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 comforters, pillowtop 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 comforters, pillowtop 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 comforters, pillowtop 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 comforters, pillowtop 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 comforters, pillowtop 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 comforters, pillowtop 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 comforters, pillowtop 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 comforters, pillowtop 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

Beachfront retreat .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Goleta hotel, you'll find Sandpiper Golf Club and Goleta Butterfly Grove. Also, University of California, Santa Barbara is within 3 miles (5 km) and Glen Annie Golf Club is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Sandpiper Golf Club - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Goleta Butterfly Grove - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • University of California, Santa Barbara - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Goleta Point - 12 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Isla Vista Beach - 13 min drive - 8.2 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

5-star beachfront hotel near Sandpiper Golf Club
Simply walk outside to smell the salt air and watch the ocean waves from the sand 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 6 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a 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 spa tub, and a sauna. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Goleta hotel is smoke free.

  • 358 guestrooms or units
  • 22 buildings
  • 6 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 101352 sq ft of conference space
  • 9416 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2000
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
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.

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.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 common area(s)

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • Fitness center
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Private picnics
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub
  • Tennis
  • Yoga classes

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
  • Elevator door width (inches): 78
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 30
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LED TV
  • Cable channels
  • Pay movies
  • Premium channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

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

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: USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs 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 50.00 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 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'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: 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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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. 611 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 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

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

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

8/10 Good

Marcus

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

ziya

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
WORN DOWN,OLD HOTEL,NEEDS IMMIDIATE RENOVATION,SHOULD BE AVOIDED
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwain

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024