Goleta / California / United States
Stunning Pacific views five restaurants and rooms with free Wi-Fi and private balconies are just the beginning of the luxurious perks at the Ritz-Carlton Bacara Santa Barbara. The Ritz-Carltons pristine white stucco exterior capped with a terra cotta roof is reminiscent of a Spanish estate and the 358 non-smoking rooms exude traditional elegance with dark wood furnishings neutral fabrics and plenty of natural light pouring through the balcony doors. In-room amenities include 48-inch flat-panel TVs free Wi-Fi and mini-fridges. Guests can slip into a robe and slippers after relaxing in the soaking tub. The mid-rise property hosts five dining options ranging from casual bites at the pool bar to carefully curated local eats at the main restaurant and room service is available around the clock. Recreational pluses include four tennis courts three year-round outdoor pools and a fitness center and the full-service spa eases tensions with treatments saunas and steam rooms. The resort also boasts access to two beaches a kids program and plenty of meeting space. Parking and pet-friendly rooms are available both for an extra fee. The hotel is five minutes off the Pacific Coast Highway and 20 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara. The lush property spans 78 prime acres perched above the Pacific Ocean. Within five miles guests can visit local treasures such as the Goleta Butterfly Grove and Goleta Valley Historical Society. In Santa Barbara guests learn about local history at the Old Mission Santa Barbara and can wander the charming brick sidewalks lined with storefronts and cafes. Family-friendly stops within a half-hour include the Santa Barbara Zoo and Stearns Wharf where the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History is located. The closest airport is Santa Barbara Airport seven miles east or guests drive 110 miles to reach Los Angeles International Airport.
