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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa BarbaravsEl Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Both properties are rated very highly by professionals. Overall, Belmond El Encanto scores significantly better than The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara. Belmond El Encanto comes in at 95 with endorsements from 15 publications like Jetsetter, Frommer's and The Telegraph.
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Concierge
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
Time Out
Star Service
Gayot
Jetsetter
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
Forbes Travel Guide Show All Reviews
8301 Hollister Ave, Goleta, CA 93117
From $149/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Concierge "All the rooms are designed with a... beach-chic vibe, but the ocean-view suites hold the key to Bacara's secret weapon: dramatic sea cliff vistas that open onto a wild stretch of beach."
OysterLuxury
"There is much to love about the Bacara, a destination resort located on a rocky stretch of coastline about 20 minutes west of Santa Barbara." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Mediterranean-style oceanfront villas sprawled over 78 lush acres between the Pacific and the Santa Ynez Mountains, offering a laundry list of activities." Full review
Time Out "This picturesque getaway could be mistaken for the coast of Italy, set up with mediterranean-style villas spread out over a long stretch of beach in Goleta." Full review
Star Service "This ambitious, self-contained, deluxe destination resort is the only true oceanfront resort in Santa Barbara, though the Four Seasons is only about 14 feet shy of that claim." Full review
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Avoid the less expensive rooms at the back of the property, where trains and cars rumble by, and request the more expensive quieter rooms overlooking the pools and ocean.
Gayot "Spa aficionados still flock to the white stucco sanctuary."
Jetsetter "Classic Santa Barbara-area celeb hideout mixing beach bumming with wine tasting and a sprawling spa." Full review
Afar Magazine "Bacara Spa and Resort feels secluded for a reason: it sits on 78 oceanfront acres on the North end of Santa Barbara." Full review
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Don't miss the exceptional massages at the spa, 42,000 square feet of hot tubs, eucalyptus steam rooms, and areas to relax in.
The Telegraph8.0
"With a spectacular setting overlooking the Pacific, Bacara is the only hotel in the area with direct beach access and gets it right on every level." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Ideally located on 78
beachfront acres with the vast Pacific Ocean displayed before you, The Ritz-Carlton
Bacara, Santa Barbara is quintessential California coastal luxury." Full review
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara Time Out Star Service
Frommer's Gayot Travel + Leisure Oyster Jetsetter Afar Magazine The Telegraph
goop Show All Reviews
800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $524/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Time Out "Marvel at the stunning views and serene privacy in this historic hilltop hideaway." Full review
Star Service "This hotel is tucked into a tony residential enclave, hovering above the Santa Barbara Mission, minutes from the pier, distinguished dining and State Street shopping. " Full review
Frommer's "The hotel has an intimate feel, with 92 luxury bungalows that overlook the city and the ocean, nestled among winding paths and gardens." Full review
Gayot "This French country-style hotel is set high in Santa Barbara's Riviera neighborhood on ten lush acres overlooking the town and Santa Barbara Channel." Full review
Travel + Leisure "We suggest making time for the farm-to-fork restaurant: the bounty of vegetables and herbs from the on-site garden... the aged white cheddar made with milk." Full review
Oyster Luxury
"A gorgeous historic landmark in the hills... that preserved its character while adding modern perks to luxury bungalows." Full review
Jetsetter "The crown jewel of Santa Barbara sparkles with lush gardens, a pool, spa and modern Cali cuisine." Full review
Afar Magazine "It was by far one of the best hotels we've stayed in the whole world over." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"This exclusive, one-time haunt of Roosevelt and award-winning Spanish Mission Revival-style gem is where old money Angelenos come to chill when LA gets too hot." Full review
goop "Perched on an olive tree-studded hillside overlooking the Pacific ocean, the Belmond El Encanto is more than deserving of its Forbes five-star accolades." Full review
