The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara in Santa Barbara has the largest spa of any Ritz-Carlton in the country.
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Category: Luxury
Location: Santa Barbara, California
Typical starting/peak prices: $779/$1,379
Best for: Couples, families, groups of friends, business travelers
On-site amenities: Pools, spa, multiple dining options, a 12,000-bottle wine collection and tasting room, event space
Spa features: 42,000 square feet of indoor-outdoor space with fireside lounges, rooftop terrace, pool
Pros: The pools, beaches, and gardens here are all spectacular and the views can’t be beaten. There is also a full suite of amenities and the service is exceptional.
Cons: The large, sprawling property can pose a challenge for travelers with mobility issues.
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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is a magnificent retreat, sprawling across 78 acres of lush land overlooking the Pacific. It has access to two beaches and offers three infinity-edge pools, two of which have gorgeous ocean views.
Guest accommodations also have views of the sea, or the pool or garden from individual patios or balconies, and entry-level rooms start at a generous 450 square feet. The design is coastal, with dark woods and beams, Frette linens, deep soaking tubs, marble showers, and Asprey bath amenities. Newly debuted fireside garden rooms offer patios with private fire pits.
The spa, however, is the standout feature, a stunning 42,000-square-foot sanctuary — and the largest out of all the Ritz-Carlton properties in the country. There are abundant indoor and outdoor spaces for relaxation, with fireside lounges, a rooftop terrace, a swimming pool, and more.
The spa menu features locally inspired, luxury rituals that pay tribute to the scenic California landscape. For instance, the Hollywood facial is a decadent treatment integrating three of the industry’s top-trending technologies: HydraFacialä, Nutraceuticals, and NuFace Microcurrent. Or branch out with the Spirulina Wrap, which uses live spirulina algae to revitalize the skin. Other services include acupuncture, massages, skincare, and hair and nail services.
When it’s time to eat, on-site restaurants Angel Oak steakhouse and ‘O’ Bar + Kitchen offer locally sourced cuisine and wines.
COVID-19 procedures are available here.