The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Luxury beachfront hotel with spa, near Sandpiper Golf Club

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

3 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

Club Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Penthouse Suite, Balcony) | Property amenity

Club Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Penthouse Suite, Balcony) | View from room

5 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine

With its beautiful garden, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara offers a tranquil retreat near Goleta Butterfly Grove and Glen Annie Golf Club. Indulge in yoga classes at the gym or relax with a massage at the onsite spa. With 6 restaurants to choose from and free in-room WiFi, you can unwind by the poolside bar or take advantage of shopping on site.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Electric vehicle charging point
Bar
Connecting rooms available
Parking available

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
On a private beach
5 restaurants and bar/lounge
Full-service spa
3 outdoor pools
Breakfast available
4 outdoor tennis courts
Fitness center
Sauna
Free use of bicycles
Beach towels
Valet parking

For families (6)

Children stay free
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Separate bathtub and shower
Premium TV channels

$509 nightly

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Beach bliss

Discover turquoise waters at this hotel with a private beach. The waterfront location offers sandy shores, beach towels, and nearby water adventures.

Luxurious pool escape

This luxury hotel boasts 3 outdoor pools with convenient amenities. Pool cabanas, loungers, umbrellas, and a poolside bar create the perfect aquatic retreat.

Waterfront wellness retreat

The full-service spa offers daily treatments in serene spaces, including couples rooms. A hot tub, sauna, and steam room enhance relaxation after yoga.

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Tomorrow

Oct 22 - Oct 23

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 17 of 17 rooms

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View

Excellent

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

HDTV

450 sq ft
Resort view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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

Wonderful

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

HDTV

450 sq ft
Resort view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View (Balcony)

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

HDTV

450 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

HDTV

450 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

HDTV

450 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Club Suite, 1 Bedroom

Good

Highlights

Balcony

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

850 sq ft
1 bedroom
Partial ocean view
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Club Suite, 1 Bedroom

Very good

Highlights

Balcony

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

925 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Resort View

Very good

Highlights

Balcony

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

850 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View

Good

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

HDTV

450 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

HDTV

450 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Club Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Penthouse Suite, Balcony)

Highlights

Balcony

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

1500 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Ocean view
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds

Club Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View (Island)

Highlights

Balcony

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

3700 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 8
1 Double Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Partial Ocean View

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

452 sq ft
Partial ocean view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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

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

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

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

Similar properties

2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine

Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
Parking available

$744 nightly

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

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
Isla Vista Beach - 8 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 10 min drive
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 44 min drive
Goleta Station - 12 min drive
UC Santa Barbara Station - 12 min drive
Santa Barbara Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬6 min drive
‪Timbers Roadhouse - ‬4 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
‪Jeannine’s Goodland - ‬6 min drive
‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara offers a private beach and puts you near activities like surfing/body boarding, parasailing, and windsurfing. 3 outdoor pools provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy. Serving Californian cuisine, ‘O’ Bar & Terrace is one of 5 restaurants. A poolside bar, a fitness center, and a hot tub are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 358 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
- Express check-in/out available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM
- Late check-out subject to availability

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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
- Service animals welcome
- Restrictions apply*

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

- Onsite valet parking (USD 70 per night)
- Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

- Smoke-free property
- No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–11:00 AM
5 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Private dining
Private picnics
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)

What to do

On a private beach
Tennis
Yoga classes
Shopping
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Whale-watching nearby

Working away

Meeting rooms
Conference space (84821 square feet)

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Free bicycle rentals
Pool cabanas (surcharge)
Beach towels
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Romance packages

Facilities

22 buildings/towers
Built in 2000
ATM/banking
Rooftop garden
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Fitness center
Adjacent to a golf course
3 outdoor pools
Full-service spa
Hot tub
4 outdoor tennis courts
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 78
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 30
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Visual alarms in hallways
Closed captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Ceiling hoist
Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

48-inch LED TV
Premium cable channels
Pay movies

Home comfort

Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

In-room massage
Balcony
Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

Separate bathtub and shower
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Free local calls
Desk chair

Food and drink

Champagne service
Refrigerator
Microwave (on request)

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
Energy-saving switches
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

‘O’ Bar & Terrace - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Californian cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Marisella - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Open daily.

Lulio - This restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.

Sun Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:

0.3 percent tourism fee will be charged

Resort fee: USD 67.32 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 50 for adults and USD 25 for children
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for USD 50.0 per night

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 250 per accommodation, per stay

Parking

Valet parking costs USD 70 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

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.

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's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Union Pay

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 250 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 70 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities such as cycling, and improve your game on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa, soothe your senses in the hot tub, or go for a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara also has a private beach and a sauna, as well as a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

Yes, there are 5 onsite restaurants, featuring Californian cuisine and ocean views.

Does The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara like?

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is located on the waterfront, a short 16-minute walk from Sandpiper Golf Club and 8 minutes' walk from Haskell's Beach.