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Property Amenities
Like an intimate Mediterranean Village, Bacara Resort & Spa sprawls over 78 pristine beachfront acres, nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains. Located just 10 minutes from the Santa Barbara Airport, Bacara serves as the gateway to the Santa Ynez Wine Region and is home to the beautiful and ecologically diverse Channel Islands National Park. Bacara features a 42,000 sq/ft, full service spa facility with 36 private treatment rooms and a state-of-the-art fitness center situated on 3 levels. In addition to the adult only Spa Pool, Bacara has 2 zero-edge, Saline-filled swimming pools located near the beach that offer ocean views, as well as 26 private full-service cabanas and two outdoor whirlpools. At Bacara, every meal comes complete with stunning views. Each of our 3 signature restaurants has a personality all its own, with inspired menus and access to our world-class Wine Cellar. In addition, the resort offers the Bacara Bar, which is located off the resort's sweeping lobby, and 24-hour in room dining. Whether you require basic sundries or want to discover the true flavor of Santa Barbara at the Resort Shop, browse designer wear at the Luxury Boutique, or purchase products utilized in your spa treatments at the Spa Boutique, Bacara's retail shops, 4 in all, cater to any of your shopping needs. For additional recreation, the Ranch at Bacara comprises 1,000 acres of natural terrain with Citrus and avocado groves, as well as a 10-acre organic garden. Invigorating guided hikes, picnics, and meditation can be arranged through the Spa. Located seaside on property, Bacara offers 4 Har-Tru clay tennis courts with professional instruction available, as well as an 18-hole course that is adjacent to the resort with preferred tee times for guests. Other amenities include Bacara's Kids Club which is available for children 5 to 12 years of age, concierge service, a 24-hour business center, valet parking, and 27,000 sq/ft of indoor and outdoor meeting space.
Rooms
Bacara Resort & Spa offers 360 guestrooms. Rooms are furnished with fireplaces, desks, and ergonomic chairs. Guestrooms are individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature signature bedding, Frette Italian sheets, and down comforters. 40-inch high-definition televisions come with premium cable channels and DVD players. Complimentary wired and wireless high-speed Internet access is provided along with multi-line phones, CD players, and complimentary newspapers. Refrigerators are provided. Select guestrooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, double sinks, bathrobes, and slippers. Rooms feature balconies with ocean or courtyard views. Separate sitting areas, minibars, and direct-dial phones are also included. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Cribs (infant beds) and rollaway beds are also available. Rooms are accessible via exterior corridors. A nightly turndown service and housekeeping are provided. All guestrooms are non-smoking.
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Dining
Bacara Resort & Spa has 3 restaurants serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch. Guests are offered a complimentary manager reception. 24-hour room service is available.
Recreation
A golf course and a health club are featured at the hotel. 3 outdoor swimming pools and 2 spa tubs are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna, a steam room, a fitness facility, and tennis courts. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
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“I'm not a VIP, but I felt like one at Bacara”
Beautiful location on the CA coast just North of Santa Barbara that was peaceful and relaxing. A 5-star spa and hotel experience that exceeds that of the Ojai Valley Inn and Spa, in our opinion. We stayed mid-week during off season and found the place nearly vacant of other guests. The place was immaculate and well staffed, nontheless. Despite reserving a basic room at off-season rates, we were upgraded to a suite by way of simple politeness to the reception desk staff, and without asking. The spa was often ours alone and an excellent experience from professional practitioners and staff. We will return!
“Santa Barbara's Best Hotel”
This is one of the most beautiful hotels, in one of the most stunning natural settings. No place is perfect, but this comes pretty close. The only minor blemish was their attemps to add $24 to the bill as we checked-out for a "parking fee." The hotel is out of town along the highway, so parking a car is pretty much essential to getting there. This unexpected fee nearly ruined my experience there, but they did back down when I challended them on it since there is no obvious alterantive.
“Great stay for special occasions.”
Hotel was wonderful. You need to be able to walk up and down pretty good size hills within the hotel's beautiful gardens. Parking was a bit high at $24 per night.. The food was really delicious but the patio dining at night was very dark such that we needed flashlights to read the menu and we had trouble seeing what we were eating. We certainly would return for another visit.
“Planning on returning again next year for New Years”
This is our big splurge for the year to pamper ourselves, very relaxing, treated like royalty. Privacy is respected. Friendly and very helpful staff. Loved the transformation for New Years Eve....very nice. Drinks were made very well. Food in all restaurants was DELICIOUS ! Love this hotel ! Everyone deserves a stay at BACARA and experience their luxury.
“A Hotel to Boast About”
Fabulous view. Caring, accomodating staff. Friendly atmosphere
“Great Special Occasion Getaway Location”
Went for our 25th Anniversary. Had a beautiful room, and ate at the restuarant at the resort. Great experience. Close, but not too close to downtown Santa Barbara.
“The best hotel ever ! Wonderful !”
Stayed 5 nights at the Bacara with my wife and 2 kids. It is the best hotel I ever stayed in years ! Wonderful ! Great view and spectacular SPA with complimentary GYM classes. Simply sensational !
“Anniversary done perfect”
The Bacara was wonderful. The perfect relaxing trip for couples. The scenery and accommodations were great. Every attention to detail was done and the staff did everything over and above to accommodate our request from room choice to recommendations for places to eat. GREAT GREAT Resort. We will definately be back!!
“Like "Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous" at an affordable price!”
We loved the location, spa and general ambiance!
“Santa Barbara's Secret Gem”
We arrived on a Thursday and checked out on Saturday. A very quick getaway. The weather was terrible, but seriously it did not dampen our enjoyment. The restaurants, food, ambiance was exquisite. The spa experience was to die for. We spent at least 6 hours on Friday! Friendly staff; very curtious and helpful. I would recommend it to all my friends.
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The preferred airport for Bacara Resort & Spa is Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 7.8 km / 4.8 mi.
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