Bacara Resort & Spa: Santa Barbara, CA

Feature by Bloomspot Staff Writers

Since opening its doors in 2000, Bacara has infused Spanish-style architecture with a casual-chic air. This posh resort rests on 78 acres of Pacific coastline, supplementing views of the Channel Islands with manicured gardens, infinity edge pools, and gourmet eateries.

As you gaze upon Bacara’s Mediterranean village from your private balcony or patio, choose from more than 60 spa treatments for an indulgent afternoon. An eclectic array of services—from couple's massages and deep tissue therapy to facials and body bronzing—awaits you. Following your sojourn at the palatial spa, return to the plush embrace of your Village View Room for serene comfort.

Beyond Bacara's grounds, day-trippers visit local-favorite Leadbetter Beach or venture across mountains to noted wineries like Firestone Vineyards. With world-class greens flanked by miles of pristine shores, Sand Piper Golf Course is just a short jaunt from the resort. Nearby Santa Barbara hosts a wealth of seasonal events such as its International Film Festival, which draws scores of cinephiles to screenings of independent and high-profile flicks.

What people are saying

“We came for a long weekend and loved every minute of it. The grounds are gorgeous and perfectly tended to. The walk down the beach provided one of the most stunning sunsets ever.”

“I travel for a living … and this is in my top five favorite hotels. If you're considering locations in Santa Barbara—stop looking and book at the Bacara. Every detail is cared for.”

Featured room

Village View Rooms

In keeping with Bacara’s Spanish design, these attractive rooms feature exposed wooden beams and tile floors and are furnished with either a king-sized bed or two double beds, and either a balcony or patio

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Featured dining

Miró

Blending the elegant flavor profiles of two of Spain’s most sophisticated cuisines—Basque and Catalonian—this gourmet eatery enthralls patrons with well-crafted tapas, house-made sangria, and entrées that have garnered Zagat-rated recognition

The Bistro

Employing wood-burning ovens to smoke and cure meat and fish, this relaxed bistro sates palates with fresh fare amid a backdrop of sweeping Pacific views

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