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San Ysidro Ranch

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Slippers, towels
Room amenity
Front of property - evening/night
San Ysidro Ranch in Montecito offers a peaceful getaway with continental breakfast, garden surroundings, an outdoor pool, arcade/game room, and hot stone massages at The Spa. Enjoy two ocean-view restaurants and free WiFi throughout the property.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

Romantic Garden Hideaways

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Romantic Ocean View Hideaways

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Romantic Canyon Hideaways

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
900 San Ysidro Lane, Santa Barbara, CA, 93108

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Butterfly Beach - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Westmont College - 9 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • West Beach - 11 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 17 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blenders in the Grass - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Honor Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Red Kettle Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Nugget - ‬8 min drive

About this property

San Ysidro Ranch

Boutique family-friendly hotel remodeled in 2019 and located near Santa Barbara Zoo
Free continental breakfast, a garden, and a hair salon are just a few of the amenities provided at San Ysidro Ranch. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage at The Spa, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking, plus valet parking (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk, and meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms at San Ysidro Ranch feature perks such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown services, and slippers
  • Daily housekeeping, electrical adapters/chargers, and phones

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge); free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Plow and Angel
  • The Stonehouse

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1893
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - November 2019
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per day

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Ranch San Ysidro
San Ysidro
San Ysidro Ranch
San Ysidro Ranch Hotel
San Ysidro Ranch Hotel Santa Barbara
San Ysidro Ranch Santa Barbara
Ysidro
Ysidro Ranch
San Ysidro Ranch, a Ty Warner Property Hotel Santa Barbara
San Ysidro Ranch Hotel
San Ysidro Ranch Santa Barbara
San Ysidro Ranch Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does San Ysidro Ranch have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is San Ysidro Ranch pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at San Ysidro Ranch?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at San Ysidro Ranch?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at San Ysidro Ranch?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is San Ysidro Ranch located?

This family-friendly Santa Barbara hotel is located by the ocean, within 2 mi (3 km) of Montecito Village Shopping Center, Casa Del Herrero, and Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. The Easton Gallery and Miramar Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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San Ysidro Ranch Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shari, Studio City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Service, service, service

Was here over 30 years ago and don't remember it being this beautiful! Grounds are immaculate and constantly being groomed. Peace and absolute quiet. Understated elegance, (rustic), quiet, absolutely professional staff all around---from the front gatehouse to the car valet. Friendly staff always wanting to make sure you enjoy the day and the sunset---without being intrusive. Food is outstanding ---quality beyond 5 stars. Went to two other restaurants because of recommendations; would have been happier just dining here. An absolute jewel of a destination. You can't get any better than this......
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Magic stay

We were so sad to leave!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Judith, Sunny Southern California

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Magical getaway

The San Ysidro Ranch has a chill garden of eden in paradise feeling; from the private outdoor shower and jacuzzi for every cottage to the exquisite peaceful mountain view from the very private pool with lush overplanted gardens. And, as a special bonus, the spectacular San Ysidro hiking trail is out the front door! We went there for our birthdays and were treated royally. Both world class restaurants were fantastic. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A prime example of how to run the perfect 5 star hotel. Definitely an oasis in today’s mediocre hotel world.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Raissa, Santa Catarina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
O Hotel merece ser membro do "The Leading Hotels of the World". Apesar de passar somente uma noite, foi perfeita. O Hotel é lindo ! Do jardim às acomodações tudo é feito pra encantar aos convidados. Quarto aconchegante, bem decorado, perfumado... A Gastronomia é um capitulo à pare. Altamente recomendado
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Hilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing! Perfection!

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Hotel for R&R

The polls are out: My wife and I agree: Our new # 1 Hotel

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful, relaxing experience. Feeling of luxury and tranquility at virtually all times at all locations on the property. Definite thumbs up; looking forward to our next stay at San Ysidro Ranch!

10/10 Excellent

Angela, oxnard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Almost unbelievably great hotel

this hotel is fabulous, excellent food in gorgeous restaurants, beautiful private patio with perfect lounge chairs and dining table. when the ordered breakfast came, the table was set with cloth table cloth. it is like being in another world!

10/10 Excellent

greekgirl, B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous

Great place to relax - great people, great food, great location, beautiful views of the mountains and ocean - perfect for a quiet getaway or romantic weekend for a couple

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nirvana

Everything a luxury, romantic hotel should be - grounds and setting were magical - room cozy (not small), comfortable - food out of this world

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, Irvine CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Place to Stay in Santa Barbara.

FABULOUS! We can't wait to go back.

8/10 Good

Lloyd, Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Overpriced for the quality of the facility.

Beautiful grounds w/blooming flowers and trimmed bushes everywhere, and a gracious reception area. Cottage OK, but not five star (one sink in bathroom, queen bed); spider web in bathroom, at ceiling.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Birthday weekend ever!

Now I know what all the accolades are all about. The SYR is top notch all around. Enjoyed the Pool, dining on our patio and the incredible Stonehouse restaurant. Highly recommend the SYR!

10/10 Excellent

HP, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very special place. Our second time.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet elegance.

Went for a girlfriend's weekend getaway. Enjoyed it immensely. Wonderful food. A great place to get away and relax. Good location, close to many sights in the area. Restaurant was excellent as was the service all over the property. They take very good care of you.

6/10 Okay

N, CA resident

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Very nice room, but not worth the price.

This is an extremely expensive hotel. It did not live up to our expectations. For my husband's 40th birthday, we were the first people at the restaurant with a 6 pm reservation. We were seated directly in the sun. We asked to have the blinds lowered twice, but spent our time squinting with the sun in our eyes. The second couple at dinner that evening was seated right next to us. With no one else in the entire restaurant, we were a little crammed together and could hear every word of their conversation. Aside from this, the room was very nice, but did not warrant the price. The hiking trails were not impressive. There was no spa, only spa treatments in your room. The grounds were very nice, but there was very little to do.

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Palm Springs, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Baby moon

Outstanding place to get away. My wife and I celebrated our baby moon prior to her giving birth to our son. Absolutely relaxing environment and we are sure to return. Staff was also top notch!

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn, Los Angeles, Ca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Truly heaven on earth!

This place is truly amazing! The cottage really makes you feel at home wish we stayed a little longer, it's worth every penny. The small jacuzzi and the tub are so relaxing, not enough words to describe our experince. This place is highly recommended!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Romantic

We stayed here on our wedding night. It was wonderful!!! Everything was perfect. Couldn't have been better. Staff was great!!!

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Huntington Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect get-a-way

Every little detail was covered. Perfect get-a-way. Quiet, peaceful, nice pool, food everywhere (we weren't nickel and dimed). The two days of hikes up the San Ysidro Trail were fantastic. The pool was at the right temperature...service great. The Stonehouse restaurant was the best place we ate on our 8 night trip up the California coast.

10/10 Excellent

Mike, Geneva, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing retreat in the hills above Montecito

We had a wonderful 4 night stay here. The hotel is so beautiful and the service is excellent and friendly. The restaurants and room service are excellent. The rooms are very unique. They range from small private luxury cabins to full homes. Very safe area. Sun and stars were amazing. Night time lighting is very low and romantic. Highly recommended, this hotel beckons you back when out sight-seeing and for a future visit! One of the the best hotels I have ever stayed at. Expensive, but worth it. We looked at several other options in the area and were so happy with our choice to stay here despite the extra cost.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Ultimate Getaway

Our stay was delightful! This is the nicest getaway we have experienced because everything here is beautiful. The property is gorgeous. We will return soon to celebrate another Birthday!! We loved The San Ysidro Ranch❤️ Blair Waite

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We'll pass next time.

We stayed during the long Thanksgiving weekend. The hotel itself and people working there were wonderful BUT the extra charges for the pool and advertising was above and beyond the very expensive price we were already paying for the room. The Thanksgiving meal we had was also way over priced and not worth it considering the quality of the food.

10/10 Excellent

Liz, Somis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing

The hotel and grounds are beautiful. The restaurant is amazing and the staff very friendly!

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