The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

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

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View (Penthouse Suite, Balcony) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Partial Ocean View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (Ritz-Carlton, Larger Villa) | Living room | 48-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV, pay movies

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

4.3

Excellent(1,003 Reviews)

Hotel in Goleta, CA

5-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

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About this hotel

Luxury hotel on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools
Catch some rays on The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara's private sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 6 restaurants.
Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Map of Goleta, CA

Nearby attractions

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

21.1 mi

Ostrichland USA

30.3 mi

Available Rooms

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View

1 King • 450 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Resort View (Balcony)

2 Queen • 450 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

1 King • 450 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

1 King • 450 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View

1 King • 1 Sofa • 850 ft²

Sleeps 5

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

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4.3

Excellent(1,003 Reviews)

Hotel in Goleta, CA

5-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hotel

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

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Map of Goleta, CA

Nearby attractions

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

21.1 mi

Ostrichland USA

30.3 mi

Available Rooms

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View

1 King • 450 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Resort View (Balcony)

2 Queen • 450 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

1 King • 450 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

1 King • 450 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View

1 King • 1 Sofa • 850 ft²

Sleeps 5

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

4.3

Excellent(1,003 Reviews)

2.5

Sep 2024

Fabulous hotel and excellent staff! Looking forward to our next visit!

3.0

Aug 2024

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.

5.0

Aug 2024

Excellent experience

3.0

Jul 2024

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.

5.0

Jul 2024

Second visit in a year. Speaks for itself.

5.0

Jul 2024

Magnificent property. Unforgettable experience.

1.5

Jul 2024

Soooooooo disappointed- it was very expensive and the condition of the room and amenities were sub par.

4.0

Jul 2024

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!

1.0

Jul 2024

There is nearly no service, slippers was running out for the two whole days when we stayed. The golf car waiting time is quite long time. The room is smaller than it shows on the picture. The ocean view is half and blocked. The price is pretty expensive and it doesn’t worth that. They over charge me $500. I need to call them even I still on travel. The carpet is dirty. The room smells ugly. The service always quite late. The most efficient service coming soon was when you check out.the restaurants has to wait for long time. The swimming pool is not kid friendly the water is too deep for children.

5.0

Jul 2024

The Cohiba Lounge was amazing!

5.0

Jun 2024

Everything was nice

5.0

Jun 2024

Great property. $70 parking over the top

2.0

Jun 2024

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.

5.0

Jun 2024

Loved the quiet

5.0

Jun 2024

Amazing resort❤️❤️❤️

5.0

Jun 2024

Exceptional property with wonderful staff.

5.0

Jun 2024

I had a great massage in a wonderful spa

1.0

May 2024

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...

2.0

Apr 2024

WORN DOWN,OLD HOTEL,NEEDS IMMIDIATE RENOVATION,SHOULD BE AVOIDED

2.5

Apr 2024

The staff, the ambient and overall experience was wonderful. Every staff we encounter were friendly and helpful. It is family friendly establishment but adult can still enjoy all the amenities without being run down by kids.

5.0

Apr 2024

We stayed in the suite with an ocean view and open bathroom with tub & fireplace. The people were more than helpful and very friendly and professional. We pulled in to the court area, they directed our car to park, remove luggage, delivered to room, shuttled us around the complete complex making recommendations, make sure we had ice. Food was excellently serviced and tasty. Was it pricey, yes, but they are worth every penny. We will go again next year.

2.5

Apr 2024

Always a great stay, Alicia and Regan in the bar are the best!

1.0

Mar 2024

Check in was 3PM or 4PM and we were told our room was not going to be available until 5PM due to a maintenance issue. We arrived at 6:30PM and were told there was an ongoing maintenance issue and our room would not be ready for 40 mins. They did offer us 1/2 price on one night which was nice. In general the food was very overpriced and the atmosphere was so so. Two of us got sick on the chips and guacamole the first night that were served at the bar. The rooms need updating and it just did not feel like a Ritz Carlton. The advertise that they are in Santa Barbara but they are 15 - 20 mins north of Santa Barbara in a town called Goleta. The hotel just didn't have a good feel and we were not happy.

0.5

Mar 2024

Hotel room had a lot of wear and tear. Feels like the up keep has been a low priority. Additionally valet service lost my adapter for my car and wasn’t helpful with replacing it.

5.0

Mar 2024

Very good

5.0

Mar 2024

Great service

2.0

Mar 2024

The service was very hit and miss! The rooms could do with updating as well.

5.0

Feb 2024

Impecable grounds. Phenominal service from start to finish. Best vacation we've had in a while.

1.0

Feb 2024

They did not even provide dental kits The restaurant did not have fresh juices! It was just very inconvenient!!

4.0

Feb 2024

We love the Bacara. Our ocean view room was lovely and the restaurant was delicious. We had excellent service at the valet, front desk and the restaurant. However, like many businesses, it seemed they were somewhat understaffed. We checked in at mid-night and we saw now one else checking in, yet it took three phone calls and 45 minutes to get our bags (two small carry ons) which we should have carried to the room ourselves as it was very frustrating waiting for them when we were so ready to just go to sleep.

5.0

Feb 2024

My daughter and I recently had a wonderful, relaxing 3-night stay at the Ritz Bacara. My daughter is a college student nearby and needed a relaxing getaway. The Ritz definitely fit the bill. The staff was fantastic, probably the best part of our experience. We felt well taken care of. My daughter had a massage at the spa and said it was incredible. It was a very rainy weekend so we weren't able to enjoy the pool or tennis courts, but I took a long walk around the property and the beach and it is beautiful. The only downside was the cost. As expected, it's pricey. A basic room service breakfast was over $100. The property could use a refresh. As others have noted, the rooms are dated, especially the bathrooms. OVerally, we really enjoyed and would stay again.

4.0

Jan 2024

Restaurants on property were mediocre, nothing about price - strictly talking about food. The steakhouse Angel Oak was awful, everything else was mid at best. The property and hotel are gorgeous, food needs major upgrade considering the closest restaurant worth going to is 25-35 minute drive

5.0

Dec 2023

At a time when hospitality seems to be waning, the staff at the Ritz were incredible and 5 star

2.5

Dec 2023

One of the most amazing, romantic properties in the world. Staff is first class.

4.0

Dec 2023

I enjoyed my time at the Bacara property. I’ve been here a few times before. I didn’t like that they had the resort fee not included. It was a bit of a shock to have that at the end. Other than that the staff was amazing. The food was great. We really enjoyed our stay.

1.0

Dec 2023

Daily parking fee $70, daily resort fee $55, to use the steam room at the gym $45/day. The hotel is next to a crude oil processing factory, your ocean view is an oil rig, if you walk on the beach you will have tar on your feet. I daily drive a Ferrari, I don't mind paying for comfort, but this place is a nickel and dime tourist trap. Santa Barbara is beautiful, many other hotels have nicer grounds and won't make you feel as if you are being robbed while you sleep.

5.0

Nov 2023

I love this property.

5.0

Nov 2023

The property is incredible location and very well maintained!!

2.5

Nov 2023

Beautiful resort, exceptional customer service, family and pet friendly.

3.0

Nov 2023

There were rats, the spa costs $45 a day even if you’re a guest. The drinks were overpriced and cocktails were a 5/10.

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Goleta?

The average price for a rental in Goleta is $350 per night. This rental is $687 above the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara. Enjoy the water!

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

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

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

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and laundry.

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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Hotel in Goleta, CA

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About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Goleta, CA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Resort View (Balcony)

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Hotel in Goleta, CA

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Goleta, CA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Resort View (Balcony)

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Goleta?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

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

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