Perched on a picturesque bluff between the Pacific and the Santa Ynez Mountains is Santa Barbara’s most iconic coastal resort village, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara. Our newly renovated oceanfront escape blends classic hacienda style and natural beauty with a laid-back California spirit. From sunrise to sunset, whether exploring our beaches and trails or relaxing in our infinity pools and expansive spa, there’s something to savor in every moment and every season at our Santa Barbara luxury hotel. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara welcomes visitors with five-star amenities, scenic ocean views and easy access to the region’s vineyards, restaurants, shops and attractions. Find inspiration within perfectly framed views of the Pacific from your guest room balcony, relax with a wellness therapy at the spa or get a different perspective on California as you embark on a sailing expedition. Set within the resort’s 78 acres, this Santa Barbara day spa encompasses 42,000 square feet and features a full selection of amenities, including a swimming pool, redwood sauna, and eucalyptus steam room. Fireside lounges and a rooftop terrace offer additional spaces to relax, restore, and enjoy the spa resort’s legendary Santa Barbara views.