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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Goleta
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel/resort on a beautiful property. Great staff and service "
Canada
craig
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (544 reviews)
"Great room and nice facility."
United States
John
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Terrace/patio

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (935 reviews)
"Good size room, friendly staff, and great location."
United States
Jasper
Hotel Californian
Miramar Ocean View Suite | View from room

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
Montecito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (296 reviews)
"Everyone is very professional and helpful "
United States
Vigen
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Garden

Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (700 reviews)
"An absolutely great place. Beautiful grounds. Superb service. Great food. Comfortable room. Very special!!!"
United States
Antim
Simpson House Inn
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Montecito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (656 reviews)
"we had an unfortunate experience with insects. property was neautiful as usual and staff was very acomodating."
United States
Anonymous traveler
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
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What are the best 5-star hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara?
Live it up in plush surroundings at Hotel Californian. Loved by our customers for its high level of grandeur and comfort, this 5-star hotel located around the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail neighborhood of Downtown Santa Barbara is in a league of its own.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in Downtown Santa Barbara?
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Downtown Santa Barbara?
In Downtown Santa Barbara, a hotel needs to provide a certain amount of high-end amenities to be designated 5 stars. These may include on-site gyms, saunas and spas, gourmet restaurants, premium bedding, luxury bathroom products and more. What also sets 5-star hotels apart is their extraordinary standard of service. You'll enjoy things like nightly turn-down services, in-room massages and concierge services. Some may even offer thoughtful touches such as welcome gifts.

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