Explore Santa Barbara From This Hotel by the Beach

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From mornings spent touring the region’s vineyards, to afternoons passed within the buzzing arts community, Santa Barbara promises both outdoor adventure and cultural fulfillment. Discover boutique shopping, annual festivals, golf, horseback riding and more during your stay at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara. Located by the beach, the hotel is near some of the city’s best-loved attractions, including the neighboring Sandpiper Golf Club, the avant-garde Funk Zone and the Santa Barbara Bowl, which hosts some of the city's biggest concerts. Strike out on your own, or allow the Ladies and Gentlemen of the resort to craft a customized itinerary for your stay on what is deservedly known as the American Riviera.

Enhance Your Stay at Bacara

With every sunrise, our coastal resort reveals its breathtaking beauty, inviting you to explore, relax, and embark on unique experiences, from spa retreats, wine tastings and eco-hikes.

Aerial view of golf course with Ocean View.

Sandpiper - Golf with Panoramic Ocean Views

An Inspiring combination of challenge and beauty as championship golf brings you to the edge of the Pacific Ocean. With breathtaking ocean and mountain views from every hole, Sandpiper is truly a memorable experience. Strategically located next to The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, dedicated golfers travel from all over the world to the historic Sandpiper Golf Club to experience panoramic views along the Gaviota Coast.

On-Site Outlets
Spa Exterior

The Ritz-Carlton Spa Bacara, Santa Barbara

The spa encompasses 42,000 square feet and features a full selection of amenities including an adults-only swimming pool, redwood sauna, eucalyptus steam rooms, fireside lounges, a rooftop terrace and more. Open 9:00AM-6:30PM.

Phone:   +1 805-571-4210
Everyday:
8:30 AM-6:00 PM
Appointment required
Fitness Center/Spa

Fitness Center

Everyday:
5:00 AM-9:00 PM
Complimentary
Resort Pool

Swimming

Main Pool

Mon-Sun : 10:00 AM-7:30 PM

The Spa Pool

Mon-Sun : 8:00 AM-6:00 PM

Oval Pool

Mon-Sun : 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

Whirlpool

Woman walking with canvas Bacara by the Sea tote

Luxury Cabanas

Set on 78 acres, the resort offers two-miles of natural beach, three zero-edged heated saline pools with private cabana rentals and watersports including surfing, kayaking and paddle boarding. Reserve our Pool Cabana rentals.

About Jean-Michel Cousteau

President of Ocean Futures Society. Explorer. Environmentalist. Educator. Filmmaker. For more than six decades, Jean-Michel Cousteau has dedicated himself and his vast experience to communicate to people of all nations and generations his love and concern for our water planet.

Discover the Beauty of Santa Barbara

Located along the picturesque California Coastline, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara offers unforgettable experiences from biking along scenic coastal trails, Mediterranean style architecture, miles of pristine beaches and locally sourced wines from California vineyards. 

Resort Pool
Resort Pool

Activities That Appeal to Every Guest

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara guests can swim in three pools, surf or sail at the beach, receive one-on-one attention from the resident tennis pro, play a round at the adjacent championship golf course or walk the on-property nature trail. Santa Barbara is also home to a thriving arts community, festival circuit and winery region, inviting guests to explore beyond the resort to discover more of what the area has to offer.

Electric Bike Rentals

We are delighted to be the first hotel in Santa Barbara to officially offer guests 18 and older complimentary use of our fleet of pedal-assist bikes by BCycle. The bicycles have the ability to transport travelers up to 30 miles on a single charge at a maximum speed of 17 mph. If guests decide to go beyond the maximum range, the bike can simply be pedaled back to the resort just as one would a traditional, single-speed manual bike.

                                                      

Tennis

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara features four clay tennis courts adjacent to the beach that invite the Santa Barbara sunshine and coastal breeze in. The resort proudly features a world-class tennis program managed by Cliff Drysdale Tennis. Cliff Drysdale Tennis is an industry-leading company founded by legendary ESPN analyst and International Tennis Hall of Fame member, Cliff Drysdale. To learn more about our tennis program including court rentals, classes, clinics, and summer camp for kids, please contact: Galina Bykova, Director of Tennis G.Bykova@cliffdrysdale.com (805) 571-3141

Outdoor Adventure

Take advantage of Central California’s year-round temperate climate and discover the beauty of Santa Barbara on a leisurely bike ride along the beach or through historic downtown. Adventure seekers can enjoy mountain biking atop the Santa Barbara Bluffs, catching waves on a surfboard, and exploring the Gaviota Coast by kayak or paddle board. *Surfing, Kayaking, and Paddle Boarding are available off-site, weather permitting.

                                                                                               

Aerial view of beach, ocean and surf boards.

SB Adventure Company

Join Santa Barbara Adventure Company on a kayak exploration of the Gaviota Coast, a remarkable stretch of coastline teeming with over 1,500 species of plant and animal life. This activity is popular among Ritz Carlton guests, promising a perfect day filled with kayaking and natural wonder.

Planning Your Trip

Planning your trip to Santa Barbara? View our sample itineraries perfect for family adventures, romantic getaways or tranquil escapes.

Aerial View

Explore Santa Barbara

Explore all that sunny Santa Barbara has to offer, from strolls down Sterns Wharf to tours of the Historic Santa Barbara Mission. For additional information on Santa Barbara attractions, activities, and local partners, please contact our Guest Relations team.

More Activities and Local Partners