San Ysidro Ranch, Montecito

San Ysidro Ranch, located in Montecito, provides vine-covered cottages with cozy fireplaces, private patios, oversized sunken spas, and outdoor rain showers. These cottages overlook the Pacific Ocean and Channel Islands from the foothills of the Santa Ynez Mountains. Each cottage has a private entrance, complimentary parking with an electric vehicle charger, and a private backyard garden. The lavish Kennedy Cottage features elegant furnishings and hand-selected antiques. The regal Warner Cottage provides a private oasis overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

San Ysidro Ranch features multiple award-winning restaurants. The Stonehouse restaurant includes an outdoor terrace overlooking the ocean. Plow and Angel pub below has a timber-beamed ceiling and a fireplace. Guests savor mac and cheese under stained-glass windows and original artwork. Evenings at Plow & Angel feature comfort food, including baby back ribs. Executive Chef Matt Johnson prepares a customized four-course meal with wine pairings picked by the sommelier.

The hotel has a spa and a pool on a hillside lawn surrounded by lemon trees. A fitness center with indoor and outdoor equipment is available. Guests can book sunset sailing in the Pacific Ocean, private yoga and sound meditation sessions, horseback riding, bike rides into Santa Barbara with a gourmet picnic, and wine tastings from California wineries. The Salon & Spa provides treatments featuring ingredients from the resort's organic garden. Shu Uemura Art of Hair(R) products provide hair care and styling.

San Ysidro Ranch is located in Montecito, near Butterfly Beach, Casa del Herrero, and the Santa Barbara Zoo. The hotel is within 15 miles of the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport and two hours from LAX and the Hollywood Burbank Airport. To arrive from Los Angeles, take US Highway 101 North to Santa Barbara. To arrive from San Francisco, take US Highway 101 South to Santa Barbara. Exit on San Ysidro Road.

San Ysidro Ranch provides complimentary dining, private wine tastings, and concierge services. The hotel offers a Pampered Pets Program. Additional amenities include access to a private golf course at the Montecito Club, yacht rental, bocce, mini golf, and curated picnics. Guests have access to bicycle rentals and 17 miles of hiking trails. There are also laundry and dry-cleaning services.