Ritz-Carlton Bacara

Santa Barbara, California

Virgin rating

The hotel

Luxury on the California coast, the Ritz-Carlton Bacara is elegant, sophisticated and traditional, all rolled into one. You can choose from six dining options, each with something slightly different from the rest. And if you like a pool, then you're going to be spoilt for choice here, as there're three zero-edge pools, two of them complete with picturesque views of the ocean. Take your pick from a choice of two natural beaches, and there's a huge spa, perfect for a bit of me-time pampering. The hotel has numerous awards under its belt, and it's really easy to see why - so come and see for yourself.

Amenities

  • Tennis
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Transfer time from Santa Barbara: 27 minutes.

Hotel information

358 newly-renovated rooms and suites. All with air-conditioning, private patio or balcony, LCD TV, spacious bathroom with marble shower, mini-bar* and safe. King Bed Garden View Room, sleeping maximum 3 adults. 

One Bedroom Suite Partial Ocean View. Separate living area with sleeper sofa, wet bar and fireplace. Two full bathrooms with marble-encased showers. Extra-large patio or balcony, sleeping maximum 5 adults.

ANGEL OAK (steakhouse), THE 'O' BAR + KITCHEN (Latin cuisine and premium beverages), THE BISTRO (local produce and sustainable seafood), CAFFÈ (traditional breakfast and lunch dishes), POOL BAR (cocktails, frozen drinks, sandwiches and salads).

Two-mile natural beach. 3 zero-edged saline, heated pools with private cabana rentals*. Water sports* including surfing, kayaking and paddle boarding. Tennis*.

WiFi*. Spa and wellness centre*. Parking $53 per day plus tax (payable locally, subject to change).

This hotel has a resort fee of $50 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change)

Resort fee includes: Pool access - Spa access - Fitness centre access -  Business centre/computer access - Newspaper - Faxes - In-room coffee. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.  

*Denotes local charge

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (1812)
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Nov 21, 2024 RockeRoanoke Roanoke, Illinois

The Ritz Carlton Bacara is a beautiful resort with friendly customer focused employees. The food was excellent - the breakfast buffet was outstanding! The entire property was clean & very well maintained. We appreciated the complimentary E-bikes.
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Nov 18, 2024 Venture52318960890 Pasadena, California

Can’t say enough wonderful things about our experience. From the start we were greeted by the friendly valet staff. Sam checked us in and he made us feel so welcomed and at home. Everyone was absolutely friendly and warm. We were here celebrating our anniversary and so glad we have been doing this now for the past few years. This lovely resort… Read more
Can’t say enough wonderful things about our experience. From the start we were greeted by the friendly valet staff. Sam checked us in and he made us feel so welcomed and at home. Everyone was absolutely friendly and warm. We were here celebrating our anniversary and so glad we have been doing this now for the past few years. This lovely resort will remain an annual tradition. Their grounds are beautifully maintained and service is impeccable. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating An amazing experience

Oct 27, 2024 a_nadeau Montreal, Canada

This year, we decided to celebrate our wedding anniversary with our two sons at the Ritz Santa Barbara. We came at the Ritz last year and our experience was average. Upon arrival I was not given the room type I expected. Mr Dante Gonzalez from the Ritz took care of me….WOW, he over exceeded our expectations. I wish every Ritz had someone like him,… Read more
This year, we decided to celebrate our wedding anniversary with our two sons at the Ritz Santa Barbara. We came at the Ritz last year and our experience was average. Upon arrival I was not given the room type I expected. Mr Dante Gonzalez from the Ritz took care of me….WOW, he over exceeded our expectations. I wish every Ritz had someone like him, professional, polite and making you feel he cares and guess what….he does! Thank you Dante Read less
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Oct 18, 2024 Christine L

Not worth the cost. When you check into a Ritz Carlton you expect at least a greeting and politeness. However, at check in all I got was show me your ID by someone who I could barely understand. Since I had 2 rooms I also gave her my husband’s ID but she said she didn’t need it and then 1 minute later asked me for the ID. Incompetence at the… Read more
Not worth the cost. When you check into a Ritz Carlton you expect at least a greeting and politeness. However, at check in all I got was show me your ID by someone who I could barely understand. Since I had 2 rooms I also gave her my husband’s ID but she said she didn’t need it and then 1 minute later asked me for the ID. Incompetence at the hotel check in. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Terrible customer service

Oct 12, 2024 TrailBlazer109246 Portland, Oregon

Terrible customer service. The weekend manager is not helpful at all and not willing to go the extra mile. I have been staying at the Ritz for a long time and hundreds of nights with Marriott. I would not recommend staying at this hotel and honestly, I am giving up on the Ritz and Marriott due to the way they treat there elite members. Never again.