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Bacara Resort & Spa

5.0 of 5
8301 Hollister Ave, Goleta, CA 93117
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Portland, Oregon
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10 reviews 10 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

The resort is beautiful & the weather we had could not be beat! The King bed room was spacious & comfortable. Beautiful balcony with comfortable chairs & table made a nice location for evening drinks or late afternoon reading session. The only downside to our room was the time it took to have the hot water be warm enough to... More

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Los Angeles, California, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

My midweek stay at Bacara was fantastic! The one bedroom suite with an ocean view was spacious, incredibly comfortable and well appointed. It was very private as well, leaving you with the feeling you had no neighboring guests. The staff was friendly, attentive and helpful. I have previously recommended the resort to family and friends and will continue to do... More

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Coral Gables, Florida
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12 reviews 12 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

This property is nestled in a cliffside overlooking Pacific. The Villa building arrangement of the resort is romantic and secluded, perfect for a get away Romantic weekend. The buildings like Number 10 nearest the ocean and just off the pool is the way to go. Room was nice but not lavish and a bit dated. Staff was, however, a high... More

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Kathleen C, General Manager at Bacara Resort & Spa, responded to this review
22 May 2013

Thank you for your review. I was so pleased to read that you enjoyed our ocean front setting and more importantly that our Staff was a high point for you for such a special trip. I apologize that you were inconvenienced by our Spa pool renovations, Miró closure and Spa service during your stay. I have sent you a private... More

California
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29 reviews 29 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

To Kathleen Cochran: My fiance and I recently stayed at your resort on 5/11. We were very excited to experience the resort but were bitterly disappointed. We booked through American Express travel for one night, garden view. When we arrived, we interrupted the Valet captain berating a valet for something he had done wrong, and then snapped, "GET THE DOOR!"... More

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Kathleen C, General Manager at Bacara Resort & Spa, responded to this review
22 May 2013

I was so disappointed to read that your stay was less than desirable. We have contacted you privately to resolve the concerns that you outlined in your review. Kindly, Kathleen Cochran More

Los Angeles, California
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11 reviews 11 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

We just returned from a 2 night stay at the Bacara Resort and Spa. I have stayed at this hotel twice before a few years ago, and this time was very disappointed! Let me say that the hotel has had 2 recent changes of ownership over the last 3 years since I was there, and the hotel and customer service... More

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SLO Town
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The resort is laid out in villas. This lends an air of privacy to your stay, but do not expect to just pop on over to the front desk or the lobby. You'll need to walk or call the shuttle. Next time we will bring snacks so that we can enjoy the balcony in the morning with our coffee. (Each... More

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Kathleen C, General Manager at Bacara Resort & Spa, responded to this review
10 May 2013

Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review about your recent stay at Bacara. I loved how you described the resort’s laid out setting and that you enjoyed our lobby bar area and vibe. We hope you return to enjoy all that resort has to offer again in the near future. Kindly, Kathleen Cochran General Manager More

Carlsbad, California
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We went for a weekend and everything was wonderful. Our room was outstanding! It was a one bedroom suite overlooking the ocean. The bed was really comfy. The bathroom was really big and it included a BIG tub. The other room was a sitting room with a TV, bar area and another bathroom. We also had a patio that wrapped... More

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Kathleen C, General Manager at Bacara Resort & Spa, responded to this review
10 May 2013

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. It made me happy to read how much you enjoyed all the amenities that were offered in the ocean view suite that you booked. I was also pleased to read that you enjoyed the service you received from our team members and that your dining experience... More

San Jose, California
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63 reviews 63 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Our first visit to Bacara was back in 2001 shortly after it opened and it was incredible. We visited later for another event and again found the hotel and staff to be some of the best we have experienced. At one point thought the resort started to look neglected. Fortunately they have recently remodeled and refreshed the rooms and again... More

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Kathleen C, General Manager at Bacara Resort & Spa, responded to this review
7 May 2013

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a thoughtful review of Bacara. We are so happy that you have continued to return over the years and we hope to welcome you back soon. Kindly, Kathleen Cochran General Manager More

Los Angeles, California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

For a romantic weekend away my girlfriend and I decided to opt for bacara after some friends recommended it, we booked a suite overlooking the ocean to maximise our romantic wants. The room itself was very clean and whilst small was well arranged and comfortable, the bed was good the bathroom to a high standard. The issues i have were... More

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Kathleen C, General Manager at Bacara Resort & Spa, responded to this review
10 May 2013

Thank you for your recent review. I was so pleased to read that you found our location lovely and the hotel to be very nice. I am sorry to read that you felt that some of our services and offerings were not priced to your liking. I am happy to report that the vast majority of our guests truly love... More

Los Altos Hills, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Bacara is a great place for a business meeting, however it is far removed from other social opportunities. The property is beautiful and my room was lovely. It was described as a Villa and had none of the sound issues mentioned by other reviewers. The room was spacious and very well equipped. Meals at Miro and the spa cafe were... More

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Kathleen C, General Manager at Bacara Resort & Spa, responded to this review
2 May 2013

Thank you so much for writing such a detailed account of your recent stay at Bacara. I was so happy to read that found the resort beautiful and enjoyed your room and dining at Miró and Spa Café. While I was pleased to read you found our Spa facilities to be beautiful, I was disappointed that you did not have... More

 
 
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Also Known As:
Bacara Hotel
Bacara Resort
Bacara
Bacara Resort Spa
Santa Barbara Bacara Resort
Bacara Resort Santa Barbara
Bacara Spa Resort Santa Barbara
Bacara Resort Santa Barbara Ca
Bacara Santa Barbara
Bacara Hotel Santa Barbara
Address: 8301 Hollister Ave, Goleta, CA 93117
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Region: United States > California > Goleta
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Children Activities Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 8 hotels in Goleta
Price Range: €€€€
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Bacara Resort & Spa offers a luxurious hotel and family experience right outside Santa Barbara, California. Experience laid-back luxury and contemporary comfort at Bacara. Nestled on 78 magnificent beachfront acres, Bacara provides a vacation experience like no other. Whether you’re here for business or pleasure, we’ll pamper you with dazzling facilities, suites and the incomparable Santa Barbara sun and surf. ... more   less 
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