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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking a beach.

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Spa pool
Free Wi-Fi

includes taxes & fees

27 July - 28 July

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8301 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, CA, 93117

Place, Sandpiper Golf Club
‪17 min walk‬
Place, Goleta Butterfly Grove
‪5 min drive‬
Place, University of California, Santa Barbara
‪7 min drive‬
Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Resort View

Excellent

Resort view
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Resort View

Wonderful

Resort view
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View

Exceptional

42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Ocean view
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Club Suite, 1 Bedroom (View)

Good

Partial ocean view
79 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 Double Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Club Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Very good

Ocean view
86 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 Double Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Resort View

Very good

Garden view
79 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Resort View

Very good

Garden view
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Club Room, 1 King Bed

42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Club Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Penthouse Suite, Balcony)

Ocean view
139 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds
Free Wi-Fi

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

Ocean view
344 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 8
1 Double Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed (View)

Exceptional

Partial ocean view
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Resort View

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

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

Resort view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

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

Resort view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Resort View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Resort view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Resort View (Hearing Accessible)

Resort view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Club Suite, 1 Bedroom

1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Goleta

A luxury stay in Goleta awaits you at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara. You'll be 1.5 km (0.9 mi) from Sandpiper Golf Club and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Goleta Butterfly Grove. Highlights at this beachfront resort include 5 restaurants, 3 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering can include massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with access to the sauna and steam room. The fine-dining restaurant, ‘O’ Bar & Terrace, serves Californian cuisine. Sun Bar is the resort's own bar. Spend the day at the private beach and enjoy the 4 outdoor tennis courts, gym and Hot tub. 84821 square feet (7880 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a sauna and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 5-property class Ellwood resort include University of California, Santa Barbara and Glen Annie Golf Club.

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What's nearby

Sandpiper Golf Club - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Goleta Butterfly Grove - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
University of California, Santa Barbara - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 21 min drive - 26.0 km
Santa Barbara Zoo - 22 min drive - 30.1 km

Getting around

Goleta Station - 12 min drive
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
‪Timbers Roadhouse - ‬4 min drive
‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬7 min drive
‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

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 a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury resort also offers outdoor tennis courts, a hot tub and a sauna. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Goleta resort is smoke free.

358 guestrooms or units

22 buildings

5 dining venues

Conference rooms

84821 sq ft of conference space

7880 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

Conference space

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Coffee in lobby

Dry cleaning

Self-service laundry

Front desk (24 hours)

Express check-in

Express check-out

Staff members are 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

On-site shopping

Bellhop

Lift

No smoking on site

Bar or lounge

Bar by the pool

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.

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.

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Pool
Spa pool
Spa
Pet-friendly

includes taxes & fees

5 July - 6 July

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 75 per night)
Limited on-site valet parking

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
5 restaurants
A bar/lounge
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 & Terrace
Lulio
Marisella
Sun Bar

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 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

84,821 square feet of conference space
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

22 buildings
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 2000
Comprehensive food waste policy
Fireplace in lobby
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
Non-plastic drinking straws available
Rooftop garden
Smoking not allowed
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

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets: USD 250 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

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

Important information

Fees

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

A 0.3 per cent tourism fee will be charged
Resort fee: USD 74.10 per accommodation, per night

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 75 per night
Pet fee: USD 250 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

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 fire extinguisher and 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

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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all 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 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

As of 28 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara on 27 Jul 2026 start from NZ$1,562, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

Yep, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara has valet parking for USD 75 per night.

Are there any beaches close to The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

Yep, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is a short 13-minute walk from Haskell's Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing, body boarding and parasailing.

Is there a spa on site at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara. It has a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

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

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara has 3 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying in a cabana and under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara features a private beach, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. All guestrooms come with Frette Italian sheets and pillowtop beds.

What makes The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as pillowtop beds and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara.

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

You bet! With amenities such as 3 outdoor pools and a private beach, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is a hit with families.

Does The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily from 7 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

No, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 5 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara?

There is a golf course next to The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara.

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Sarkis

29 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Great!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

23 Feb 2026

15 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Amazing top notch resort.

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

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About the area

Goleta

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Similar properties

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transport

Food and drink

Restaurants on site

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Full-service spa

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods