The spa at The Ritz-Carlton Spa Bacara, Santa Barbara
The Ritz-Carlton Spa Bacara, Santa Barbara is a 42,000-square-foot spa on the resort grounds offering treatments by appointment plus amenities such as an adults-only Spa Pool, redwood sauna, eucalyptus steam room, cold plunge, fireside lounges and a rooftop terrace. Spa hours are listed as daily 8:30 AM–6:00 PM; appointments are required for treatments.
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Overview
The spa at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is officially named The Ritz-Carlton Spa Bacara, Santa Barbara and sits within the resort’s 78-acre oceanfront grounds. The facility occupies 42,000 square feet and is presented as the property's dedicated wellness center.
The spa includes indoor and outdoor spaces for treatments and relaxation; guests should book spa services by appointment in advance. The spa operates on a daily schedule, with published opening hours (see Spa hours section).
- Official name: The Ritz-Carlton Spa Bacara, Santa Barbara
- Size: 42,000 square feet
- Location: on-property within the resort’s 78-acre grounds
| Feature | Note |
|---|---|
| Adults-only pool | Spa Pool (18+) |
| Heat & cold therapy | Redwood sauna, eucalyptus steam room, cold plunge |
| Outdoor space | Rooftop terrace and fireside lounges |
Hours, appointments & age rules
Published spa hours are daily from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM; some third-party listings show slightly different end times, but the resort lists 8:30 AM–6:00 PM. Treatments require appointments—walk-ins may not be accommodated.
The spa’s pool is adults-only and reserved for guests 18 and older. The broader resort is family-welcoming (Ritz Kids programming and family pools exist), but access to the spa pool and certain spa facilities follows the adults-only policy.
- Spa hours (published): daily 8:30 AM–6:00 PM
- Treatment bookings: appointments required
- Spa Pool age limit: 18+
| Item | Policy |
|---|---|
| Booking | Appointments required |
| Pool access | Adults-only Spa Pool (18+) |
| Fitness center | Separate policy — minimum age 16 |
Key amenities
The spa’s amenity list includes a redwood sauna, eucalyptus steam room, cold plunge pool, fireside lounges and a rooftop terrace where treatments can be booked. These are presented as shared guest facilities alongside private treatment rooms.
The resort’s Main Pool and Oval Pool are separate from the spa and remain open to all guests (families included). Spa amenities are distinct and subject to the spa’s rules and hours.
- Redwood sauna
- Eucalyptus steam room
- Cold plunge
- Adults-only Spa Pool
- Fireside lounges
- Rooftop terrace (outdoor treatment options)
| Amenity | Inside spa or resort-wide? |
|---|---|
| Spa Pool | Inside spa (adults-only) |
| Main Pool & Oval Pool | Resort pools (open to all guests) |
| Rooftop terrace | Spa rooftop (treatments available) |
Treatments and signature services
The spa offers a full menu of treatments and lists signature services such as the Hollywood Facial and the Bacara Signature Massage. Guests can also arrange massages on the rooftop terrace when available.
Specific treatment durations, prices and full menus change periodically; the spa requires appointments and can confirm current offerings, duration and pricing when you call to book.
- Signature treatments mentioned: Hollywood Facial, Bacara Signature Massage
- Rooftop-terrace massage options available (by appointment)
- Full menu, durations and pricing: confirmed at booking
| Service type | Typical note |
|---|---|
| Facials | Includes signature Hollywood Facial |
| Massages | Includes Bacara Signature Massage; rooftop options |
| Thermal experiences | Sauna, steam, cold plunge |
How to use the spa during a stay
Call the spa to book treatments before arrival or during your stay; appointments are required. The resort’s main phone for reservations and dining is listed on the property site, and the BookResorts agent line is available 24/7 for booking support.
When you visit the spa, plan around published spa hours (8:30 AM–6:00 PM). If you want rooftop or outdoor treatment options, mention your preference when booking so the spa team can advise on availability and weather considerations.
- Book in advance—appointments required
- Use the resort phone for reservations: (805) 968-0100 or BookResorts agents +1 (888) 605-1350
- Arrive a few minutes early to use thermal amenities when available
| Contact | Purpose |
|---|---|
| (805) 968-0100 | Resort dining and reservations (official) |
| +1 (888) 605-1350 | BookResorts agents (24/7 support) |
Practical details & related resort policies
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara enforces a minimum check-in age of 18 and is a family-welcoming resort overall; spa access rules (18+ for the Spa Pool) are separate from the property’s family amenities. The resort charges a mandatory daily resort fee and operates valet-only parking.
Fitness center access carries a minimum age of 16. If you plan to drive, know that parking is valet-only; the resort has reported an on-site electric vehicle charging station. For exact current resort fee, parking charge and spa pricing, check with the hotel at the time of booking.
- Minimum check-in age at the resort: 18
- Resort fee: mandatory (amounts and inclusions vary; confirm with hotel)
- Parking: valet only (no self-parking); EV charging available on site
- Fitness center minimum age: 16
| Topic | Note |
|---|---|
| Check-in age | 18 (minimum) |
| Spa pool | Adults-only (18+) |
| Parking | Valet only; on-site EV charging |
