The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara - Newly Renovated

8301 Hollister Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA, USA, 93117
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HOTEL OVERVIEW Perched on a picturesque bluff between the Pacific and the Santa Ynez Mountains is our luxury beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Our newly renovated oceanfront escape blends classic hacienda style and natural beauty with a laid-back California spirit. On the 78 acres overlooking the Pacific Ocean, we artfully blend the region's hallmark architecture style, the striking beauty of its coastal setting and the vibrant, soulful spirit associated with California's coast, wine country and rich history. The result is more than a hotel, it is a one-of-a-kind resort village - complete with exceptional Ritz-Carlton service, expansive coastal spa and pools, lush gardens and imaginative culinary, cocktail and wine experiences. LOCATION The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is located on Haskell's Beach in Goleta and easily accessible to Santa Barbara Airport, Amtrak Train Station, a short fifteen minute drive from downtown Santa Barbara and 90 minutes from LAX ACCOMMODATIONS Blending the graciousness of Mediterranean hospitality with the laid-back charm of Santa Barbara, the hotel's 358 guest rooms and suites inspire guests to slow down and appreciate every moment. Indulge in ocean or garden view rooms or reserve one with an outdoor firepit. MEETING AND EVENTS Combining nearly 85,000 square feet of versatile meeting spaces with the relaxed ambiance of California culture, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara redefines the conventional conference. Oceanfront Santa Barbara venue offering exceptional service for memorable Events. Versatile indoor meeting and event venue for intimate gatherings or grand galas. The Bacara Ballroom features soaring ceilings, framed mirrors and six balconies (11,300 sq ft). The Rotunda is a distinctive circular space above the lobby with floor to ceiling windows, built in bar and dual terraces (1,700 sq ft). Barbara event spaces There are 12 additional indoor spaces that have natural lighting, signature Santa Barbara style and range in size from 350 sq ft to 2,000 sq ft DINING Each of The Ritz-Carlton Bacara’s restaurants offers a distinctive take on Santa Barbara’s vibrant coastal cuisine. From Modern Latin flavors and craft cocktails at ‘O’ Bar & Terrace to Mediterranean-inspired fare highlighting local produce and sustainable seafood at Lulio, every fine dining experience in Santa Barbara at this oceanfront resort showcases the inspired spirit of the California coast Marisela, lead by Chef Danny Grant offers fresh coastal Italian cuisine whether dining inside, on one of the terraces or the wine cellar. SPA The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara's 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 allow you to connect between mind, body and spirit. SERVICES AND AMENITIES Adult and Family Pools, wellness activities, Fitness Center within the spa, Vehicle Charging Stations, E bikes, walking paths, Wine Tasting Room

Venue Details

ChainMarriott Bonvoy
BrandThe Ritz-Carlton
Built2000
Renovated2025
Total meeting space84,821 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms358
Venue typeResort

Industry Ratings

Forbes Travel Guide
AAA
Northstar

Awards

Cvent awards
Industry awards
*Condé Nast Traveler Readers Choice Awards: Top 15 Best Resort in Southern California *Santa Barbara Independent Readers' Choice Awards - Best Resort Spa *U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Hotel - #1 Best Resort in Santa Barbara **U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Hotel - #3 Best hotels in California *Good Housekeeping - Best Beach Vacations for Families *California Wedding Day - Best of 2025 Awards *Observer - Best Wellness Destinations in the US *Modern Luxury Angeleno - Best of the City Awards 2025

Venue Highlights

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Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (mountain)
  • View (ocean or water)
  • Voicemail box

Facilities

  • Extended stay
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Oct 25, 2026 - Oct 29, 2026
Nov 15, 2026 - Nov 19, 2026
Nov 30, 2026 - Dec 3, 2026
Dec 13, 2026 - Dec 17, 2026
Jan 10, 2027 - Jan 15, 2027
Feb 7, 2027 - Feb 12, 2027
Feb 22, 2027 - Feb 26, 2027
Mar 1, 2027 - Mar 10, 2027
Mar 14, 2027 - Mar 19, 2027
Mar 22, 2027 - Mar 26, 2027
Apr 4, 2027 - Apr 7, 2027
Apr 18, 2027 - Apr 20, 2027

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
84,821 sq. ft.
Largest room
13,340 sq. ft.
Space (private)
30,100 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
29
Second largest room
13,340 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
11,000 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
10,000 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
25,000 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
1,734 sq. ft.
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140
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140
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1,734 sq. ft.
50 x 50 sq. ft.
10.6 ft.
140
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140
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2,880 sq. ft.
72 x 20 sq. ft.
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211
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211
211
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2,880 sq. ft.
72 x 20 sq. ft.
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211
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211
211
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11,310 sq. ft.
130 x 87 sq. ft.
23 ft.
1050
-
850
-
1050
600
110
713 sq. ft.
31 x 23 sq. ft.
12 ft.
24
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24
9,606 sq. ft.
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550
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550
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11,310 sq. ft.
130 x 87 sq. ft.
23 ft.
1050
-
850
-
1050
600
110
3,741 sq. ft.
87 x 43 sq. ft.
23 ft.
350
76
260
-
350
175
45

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
358
Suites
42
Tax rate
8.75%
Occupancy rate
12%

Location

Getting Here

Location: Bacara is located 10 minutes from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport and Amtrak station, and is a beautiful 1.5 hour drive from Los Angeles and five-hour drive from San Francisco.
Distance from airport 7.1 mi
Parking in the area
Valet parking
( $75.00/day )
Bus parking

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Maritime Museum

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Santa Barbara Municipal Airport

Airport
5 mi
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Cancellation Policy

Seven (7) days

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Enhancements will be seen in all guest rooms, suites, dining outlets, Pool Cabanas and additional public areas. Resort's inhouse partner for Audio Visual is Five Star AV.

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara - Newly Renovated's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Please visit Marriott.com/Serve360 for Marriott International's sustainability & social impact strategy and 2025 goals information.
Does The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara - Newly Renovated have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Paper,Newspaper,Cardboard,Plastic,Glass,Cooking Oil,Landscape Waste

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara - Newly Renovated and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara - Newly Renovated's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://www.marriott.com/diversity/diversity-and-inclusion.mi

Health and Safety

Were practices at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara - Newly Renovated developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations. 
Does The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara - Newly Renovated clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations. 
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