Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara—a one-of-a-kind coastal resort village perched on 78 acres overlooking the Pacific Ocean—announces the completion of property-wide enhancements in celebration of its 25th anniversary this September.
The reimagination elevates the guest experience with redesigned guestrooms and suites, new restaurant and bar concepts and an inspired transformation of the resort’s striking lobby entrance and public spaces, including updated pool and cabana offerings. In partnership with
renowned multidisciplinary design firm Meyer Davis, the resort’s new look and feel is centered around an inviting, immersive narrative which pays homage to the people, culture and landscape that shaped the stretch of coastline that surrounds the resort.
Reimagined Welcome, Rooted in Place
Guests are welcomed to The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara through the resort’s refreshed arrival experience that feels less like a lobby and more like stepping into an old friend’s casita – warm, welcoming and refined. Layered planting schemes reinforce the surrounding locale, while open-air areas and sculptural furnishings framed in iron and terracotta create an immediate sense of place. The atmospheric and architectural lighting guides moments of arrival, transition and rest as guests step into an effortless blend of the region’s hallmark style and the vibrant, soulful spirit associated with California’s coast.
Residential-Inspired Guestrooms and Signature Suites
Blending a refined residential ambiance with the relaxed spirit of Santa Barbara, the resort’s 358 guestrooms and suites are redesigned to pay homage to the defining elements that are uniquely Bacara, whether through Spanish tilework, richly layered textiles or handcrafted details that reflect the region’s natural beauty and cultural heritage.
Framed by ocean views or lush garden courtyards, each space is designed to foster quiet moments of connection with accommodations
transformed into relaxing havens that surround guests in the charm of coastal California.
Drawing inspiration from the early tastemakers who helped shape the region into the American Riviera, resort interiors are infused with a relaxed glamour that makes elegance feel effortless amid a calming palette of terracotta, lush green and natural shades of sand and stone.
Standout elements within guestrooms—averaging 450 square feet—and suites include carved stone, aged leathers and natural woven textures along with area rugs inspired by Chumash motifs and headboards with custom fabrics by Erica Shamrock that take cues from Californios horse blankets.
In-room features include 55-inch televisions, Diptyque bath products and Nespresso machines. The resort is also home to three distinctive signature suites—two Ritz-Carlton Suites and one Channel Islands Suite—each offering an elevated interpretation of coastal living. Spanning 2,000 square feet, the two-bedroom Ritz-Carlton Suites are designed for families or small groups as well as honeymoons and weddings alike.
Nestled steps from the ocean within their own private villa building, each suite offers an expansive living room and kitchenette, two spacious bedrooms with king-sized beds, a separate living area with a sofa bed for added flexibility, and a private balcony offering sweeping ocean
views. The most expansive and exclusive accommodation choice at the resort is its 3,700-square-foot two-story Channel Islands Suite, offering a refined oceanfront residential experience for up to eight guests. Ideal for extended stays or multigenerational travel, this two- bedroom residence features king-sized beds, two separate living areas—including one with a sofa bed—three full bathrooms, a shared dining space and kitchenette, as well as a private outdoor terrace overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
To elevate the on-site experience, guests can book guestrooms and suites with Ritz-Carlton Club access. Often referred to as a “hotel within a hotel,” the Club offers a dedicated Concierge, a private Club Lounge, unique in-room amenities, five food presentations daily and exclusive experiences that immerse guests in the best of the destination.