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Mar Monte Hotel

Santa Barbara is an enticing blend of dramatic coastal scenery, upscale arts-and-entertainment district, and a laidback way of life that’s enchanted visitors for decades. Spanish-inspired architectural touches, like red-tile roofs, intricate tilework, and archways, dominate the downtown shops and restaurants, infusing the area with a southern European charm. Steps from Mar Monte Hotel, discover sandy beaches, museums, and Santa Barbara institutions like Stearns Wharf.

Kimpton Canary Hotel

Santa Barbara is The American Riviera. A place where travel dreams come true, and reality exceeds even your highest expectations. Kimpton Canary Hotel provides the quintessential Santa Barbara hotel experience, with luxurious accommodations and a staff focused on delighting you at every turn. The crown jewel of this Spanish-style hotel is its rooftop pool, which affords stunning views, particularly at sunset. Our four-post beds are said to be among the most indulgent of all-time. Book your stay at Kimpton Canary and allow our staff to guide you to adventures that make memories- like private tastings at our local world-class vineyards, beach time in style, and the best farm fresh cuisine beyond our beloved Finch and Fork restaurant. And because we're a Kimpton hotel, you can expect delightful perks such as hosted wine hour, thoughtful bath amenities, complimentary bikes and so much more.

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is a luxurious seaside resort perched along the Pacific Coast of California, offering sweeping ocean views across 78 acres of lush, coastal landscape framed by the Santa Ynez Mountains. Often referred to as the “American Riviera,” this resort is a quintessential retreat for those seeking both elegance and natural beauty. Designed in Mediterranean-style architecture, the property features 358 guest rooms and suites, some equipped with private balconies, kitchens, and living areas, ideal for families and extended stays. The resort boasts a 42,000-square-foot holistic wellness spa, housing 36 treatment rooms, steam and sauna facilities, a fireplace lounge, and a rooftop terrace, along with indoor and outdoor pools that promise deep relaxation. Guests can also enjoy three ocean-facing saline infinity pools, luxurious cabanas, tennis courts, guided fitness programs, and nature experiences such as electric bike rentals and eco-hikes through scenic wine country surroundings.

Dining at Bacara is equally impressive, with offerings that include Angel Oak, a refined steakhouse known for its extensive wine cellar, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant, a light-fare bar, and poolside dining venues catering to diverse tastes. Just steps away, a two-mile stretch of untouched beach invites guests to enjoy tranquil walks and breathtaking sunsets, making The Ritz-Carlton Bacara an idyllic coastal haven for refined travelers seeking serenity and sophistication.

EL Encanto

Perched atop the hills of Santa Barbara, California, and overlooking the vast Pacific Ocean, El Encanto stands as one of the region’s most storied and refined luxury hideaways. Originally opened in 1918, the hotel blends classic California architectural charm with Spanish Colonial Revival influences. Spread across seven acres of lush gardens and meandering pathways, the property offers a poetic and peaceful retreat. The hotel features 92 standalone bungalows and suites, many with private terraces and fireplaces, offering sweeping views of the ocean or surrounding greenery. El Encanto’s dining venues reflect the spirit of California cuisine, where award-winning chefs craft inventive dishes using locally sourced ingredients, complemented by an exceptional wine collection.

El Encanto holds a prominent place in Hollywood’s golden era, having hosted legendary stars such as Hedy Lamarr, Clark Gable, and Carole Lombard, as well as prominent figures like President Franklin D. Roosevelt and John F. Kennedy Jr. More recently, it has welcomed modern celebrities like Gwen Stefani and Leonardo DiCaprio. The hotel’s tranquil spa offers soothing treatments, alongside a heated outdoor pool and a fully equipped fitness center. Now under the ownership of a new hospitality group, El Encanto is undergoing a $40 million renovation, set to introduce refreshed dining concepts, modern interior upgrades, and enhanced amenities. More than just a hotel, El Encanto is a serene journey through California’s natural beauty, cultural legacy, and contemporary elegance.

Hotel Californian

Featuring Spanish Colonial Revival architecture and modern Moorish themed interior décor from celebrity designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard, the Hotel Californian is the new center of the Santa Barbara waterfront. Incorporating the façade of the original 1925 Hotel Californian, this 121 room seaside destination features a rooftop pool and event deck providing panoramic views of the coastline and the Santa Ynez Mountains. Located steps from the beach, one block from Santa Barbara Amtrak Station, and in the middle of Santa Barbara's vibrant Funk Zone, the Hotel Californian includes a luxurious Moroccan inspired spa with hand painted Moroccan tile, a fashion boutique, fresh and distinctive dining options, together with a best in class ballroom, event lawns and decks, and unique meeting spaces for weddings and group events.

San Ysidro Ranch

The story of San Ysidro Ranch is told through the history books of Old California. Nostalgia, romance, legend and myth intertwine here, creating the ambiance that makes the Ranch an icon of California and one of the world’s most desirable retreats. With 550 acres and 17 miles of magnificent hiking trails through lavender, jasmine, orange blossoms and eucalyptus nestled between the mountains and ocean, San Ysidro Ranch is an oasis of calm and tranquility surrounded by incredibly landscaped gardens. 

Everyone from Audrey Hepburn, Winston Churchill, JFK and Jackie, Sir Laurence Olivier and Vivian Leigh have called it home. Intimate cottages wind around lush gardens, each individually decorated with antiques; stone fireplaces; oak floors; large private decks, many with indoor/outdoor rain showers; sunken hot tubs; heated floors; and private gardens. The San Ysidro Ranch is luxury in seclusion and pure nirvana.

Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village

Retreat to the Santa Monica Mountains with a stay at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village. Between Malibu’s sun-splashed beaches and Santa Barbara’s renowned vineyards, this family-friendly, coastal Californian retreat is ideal for wellness enthusiasts. Reinvigorate at the award-winning 40,000-square-foot spa or discover a holistic approach to health at the California Health & Longevity Institute. Celebrate a delightful day at the buzzing Prosperous Penny bar, over wood-fired dishes at Coin & Candor, don’t miss the house-milled red fife sourdough bread and pastries, or with nigiri sushi, sashimi, and sake at ONYX.

Rosewood Miramar Beach

With its light and airy guest rooms and suites on one of Southern California’s most exclusive beaches, Rosewood Miramar Beach is a seaside gem. Tucked away in idyllic Montecito, just 80 miles northwest of L.A., the resort’s bungalows are the perfect respite from the everyday grind. Rejuvenation happens daily at Sense Spa, while sunrise yoga and sunset walks begin and end days in paradise. Indulge in Italian-inflected coastal cuisine at the oceanfront Caruso's. Residential exclusivity inspires the resort’s 122 rooms and 36 suites. Scattered across 16 acres of rolling lawns and lush landscaping, the spacious, thoughtfully furnished luxury Santa Barbara accommodations are the epitome of modern beach living— light, airy and exceptionally comfortable. At Sense spa, guests enjoy the ultimate in personalized attention. Afternoons can be spent lounging by one of two pools, working out at the fitness center or strolling through the resort’s lush gardens, while sunrise yoga on the beach and sunset walks along the water’s edge bookend the sun-drenched days.

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