The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, Goleta ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

8301 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, California, United States, 93117

Rooms and Suites

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara offers guest rooms and suites with Mediterranean-inspired designs. Suites feature kitchenettes and up to two bedrooms. The Ritz-Carlton Suite spans 2,000 sq ft, with two master bedrooms, a separate living space, a fireplace, and a kitchenette, with views of the Pacific Ocean from the balcony. Room amenities include ironing facilities, air conditioning, a sitting area, a terrace, a dining table, a patio, and garden furniture. All rooms have free toiletries, an AM/FM alarm clock, a flat-screen TV, and carpeted floors. Some rooms have garden or sea views. Some rooms offer a fireplace.

Dining Experiences

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara features multiple dining options. Angel Oak offers California coastal cuisine paired with wines from its 12,000-bottle collection and hosts Sunday brunch. 'O' Bar & Terrace features coastal California cuisine, cocktails, and agave-based spirits with ocean views. Lulio offers seasonal fare and cocktails. SunBar, near the pool, provides a seasonal menu with shareable bites and drinks. Mission Market serves light fare, pastries, sandwiches, and gelato. Guests can also arrange custom picnic lunches. The hotel also has Bacara Wine Tasting Room which features wines exclusively from Santa Barbara County.

Leisure and Wellness

Guests have access to three swimming pools, four tennis courts, and a fitness center with cardiovascular and strength training equipment, free weights, and classes. The Spa at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara spans 42,000 square feet, featuring 36 treatment rooms, a redwood sauna, and a eucalyptus steam room. It offers massage therapies, body treatments, and facial and salon services. There are hiking trails nearby, including Douglas Family Preserve and Inspiration Point.

Location and Transport

Located in Goleta, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is near the area's vintage and thrift stores and Asian markets. Landmarks nearby include Goleta Butterfly Grove (2 km), Camino Real Marketplace (4 km), and Sandpiper Golf Club (1 km). The hotel is approximately 7.1 miles from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). Guests can explore Santa Barbara's Urban Wine Trail, the Funk Zone, and State Street.

Hotel Services

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, offers concierge services, room service, and wake-up calls. There are indoor and outdoor event venues, including the Bacara Ballroom, which can accommodate up to 1,050 guests. The hotel also has six private and semi-private dining rooms at Angel Oak. The hotel provides valet parking for vehicles outfitted for drivers in wheelchairs. Complimentary wine tastings with local wineries and vintners are available. Languages spoken include English, Japanese, Spanish, French, and Arabic. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and is complimentary for Marriott Bonvoy members who book direct. The Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge is available for guests staying in Club-level rooms and suites.