The Ritz-CarltonUltra-LuxuryBeach
Santa Barbara, United States
358 rooms
Opened 2000
Carl Abbott / Spanish Mediterranean Colonial Revival
Santa Barbara, United States
Spa & Wellness
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Spa & Wellness
The 42,000-square-foot Ritz-Carlton Spa, Bacara is one of California’s largest oceanfront wellness sanctuaries. Facilities include 36 private treatment suites, dedicated adults-only rooftop spa swimming pool, eucalyptus steam rooms, redwood saunas, fireside relaxation lounges, and therapies utilizing local sea salt, lavender, and citrus botanicals.
8:00am – 7:00pm daily
Facilities
- Three zero-edge heated outdoor swimming pools and hot tubs overlooking the Pacific
- 42,000 sq ft luxury spa with adults-only rooftop pool, steam rooms, and saunas
- Direct access to 2 miles of natural sandy Pacific beach (Haskells Beach)
- Adjacent to 18-hole championship Sandpiper Golf Club on the ocean bluffs
Signature Treatment
Gaviota Sea Salt and Lavender Polish and Bacara Restorative Deep Tissue Massage.
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara spa FAQ
- What is The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Bacara?
- It is a 42,000 sq ft wellness facility with 36 treatment rooms, adults-only rooftop pool, steam rooms, and saunas.
- How many swimming pools are there?
- The resort features three zero-edge heated outdoor swimming pools and hot tubs overlooking the Pacific.
- What signature treatment is featured?
- The signature ritual is the Gaviota Sea Salt Polish and Bacara Restorative Deep Tissue Massage.
- What are the spa operating hours?
- The Ritz-Carlton Spa is open daily from 8:00am to 7:00pm.
Reviewed by Hotel Flock · Last updated September 2026