Simply the best. Lucy at the pool was so helpful and pleasant. Cottage was spotless and extremely comfortable. Food was excellent. Will definitely return! read more

Afternoon tea at San Ysidro Ranch felt like stepping into a fairytale. Getting there was a little confusing because it wasn't immediately clear where we were supposed to go. We were eventually directed to pull up to the complementary valet circle, as there weren't any other parking options. Fortunately, the property is so beautiful in every direction that I didn't even mind getting lost. We visited over Labor Day weekend and had a 3:00 p.m. reservation, with the last available seating at 3:30. Surprisingly, only three other tables were occupied. We originally chose to sit outside but moved indoors once it started drizzling, making us the only guests dining inside. Our window-side table gave us an enchanting view of hummingbirds and dragonflies appearing among the nearby branches. Afternoon tea is $120 per person for outside visitors. All dining is included for guests staying overnight at the ranch, which may explain why the tea service was so quiet. The Earl Grey and white jasmine teas were both good, but not exceptional. However, the majority of pastries were exceptional, which lent to justify the price. Unfortunately, with the door to the Stonehouse remaining open, two flies circled our table for nearly the entire service, which became a persistent irritation and noticeably diminished an otherwise peaceful experience. This prompted a less than 5 star rating. We almost finished everything, but each left with a full stomach and to-go box containing three or four pastries. My favorite part was walking around the grounds after tea. The landscaping is absolutely breathtaking, especially the rose garden. Everything had a secluded, romantic, magical quality. It wasn't crowded and was a perfect setting for photos, which ultimately helped make the price feel worthwhile. Would I pay $120 to repeat the experience? Probably not, especially with the annoying flies. But as a one-time experience with delicious pastries, a private dining experience with excellent service, and opportunity to explore one of the most gorgeous properties I've visited, I would recommend the visit. read more

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Came here as a last stop on a girl's trip before we called it a night and what a treat! The grounds were still decorated with Christmas lights and the speakeasy type bar was so cozy. You have to make reservations to be seated but we came on a weekday so that was easy. Very upscale cozy bar. We came towards the end of the and missed the live music so would definitely keep that on my radar for next time. The drink menu is extensive and they literally have something for everyone. From scotch, vodka, rum, champagne and even absinthe towers, to nonalcoholic drinks like sodas and mocktails- there will be something for you. Many more I didn't list but I can bet they have it. It's on the pricier side, but again this is a place expected for that. The peanuts they make are a great snack and the ambience gave me joy to see all the ornaments hanging from the ceiling. The service was amazing and we felt welcomed and cared for. Hopefully one day we can stay as guests at this beautiful hotel. read more

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This place has been on my bucket list for a long time, and I'm really grateful I finally got to experience it. The grounds are stunning and absolutely worth the visit. It didn't feel like California at all, in the best way. I would highly recommend it. read more

San Ysidro Ranch - Hotels Near Me - Montecito, California

Most amazing / romantic experience! We've traveled a LOT and come to SYR on our anniversary and travel 2 1/2 hrs to do so! Love love the magical experience - especially during the holidays with all the Christmas decorations! read more

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I came here for dessert and drinks and they were able to sit us despite being fully booked for the evening. We sat outside in the courtyard which was so beautiful and relaxing. I ordered a hot toddy and shared cherries jubilee and chocolate soufflé. The cherries jubilee was prepared under a flame which was a nice touch. The waitstaff were excellent, the hostesses were what you would expect for this type of area and wealth. I peeked inside their bar which was gorgeously decorated for Christmas and would love to come back to enjoy some cocktails in there. The grounds of this place are breathtaking -especially at Christmastime. What a treat to experience! read more

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Menu is very limited with food being really average in quality, the ambience is great though.

The Christmas bar that they have is great. You must make a reservation in advance. I would say that our bartender was spectacular. He was very knowledgeable and nice. The drinks and appetizers were also very good. The live music was great and unique but still very festive. I would definitely recommend this Christmas bar over others that I have gone to in the past because the food selection and music. read more

I spent three unforgettable nights! Its tucked away in the most beautiful setting, it felt like a true escape. The gardens, the views, the cottage, everything was peaceful, romantic, and intentional. The entire experience was wrapped in luxury and with every detail thoughtfully designed to create a sense of ease, beauty, and calm. The staff was warm, the food was incredible, and dining at their on-site Michelin-starred restaurant, "Stonehouse" made it even more special. I left feeling completely refreshed and inspired. I'm already dreaming of going back. read more

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Family happy hour at the SpeakEasy. Good vibe and staff here. We all had the "specialty" drinks which were good and fun to try. Good apps too. Although they were booked (Res only) we had plenty of time to happy hour. read more

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While a beautiful property, the customer experience we had today was terrible. We pulled into the valet station behind another car, and the valet started backing up the car in front of us very quickly and very close to our vehicle (enough to set off the sensors). It really looked like he was going to hit us, so I tapped the horn lightly. He threw his arm out the window as if to tell me to shut up. When he approached our car, he said "There's no honking on the valet circle." I responded that he was moving too fast and close for comfort, to which he replied "We do this all the time". I told him that was no comfort...he was too close and It was evident to both my husband and I that he *might* hit our car, which made us uncomfortable. He did not respond. His name is Troy and I plan to file an official complaint about him with the resort's management. We asked to speak to a manager to share our lack-of-welcome experience at the valet station, but none appeared after almost 20 minutes. I even tried to call the main telephone line later to share feedback (figuring they would want a different welcome experience for guests), but no one answered the main phone line, nor did it go to voice mail after 8 rings. When we decided to leave the property (after trying to have lunch anyway at the Stonehouse restaurant, where we were told our dog was not welcome on the patio unless I could provide proof she is a certified service dog, which is literally a question that cannot be asked in the state of California, but more importantly it was outdoor dining and the web site for the resort goes out of the way to attest to dog-friendliness), that same valet (Troy) was again rude, drove our car far too fast around a small roundabout and was ungracious as we took the car (we remained calm and polite througout). This experience was so poor, and we felt so unwelcome, it is unlikely we would ever return, despite how excited we were to visit the gorgeous resort for the first time. It's sad that such a high-end resort doesn't have more of a customer service ethic built into their model. I expected far better. read more

Gorgeous grounds, top notch service and full of rich history. Felt like you have escaped and gone to the most serene and manicured garden and grounds. From pulling up at the start of the resort to driving up to the valet, registration and beyond. Amazing! Lemon vines are my favorite. A must visit to dine or stay in Montecito for a five star experience. read more

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Food was amazing! So beautiful and Zen! Drinks were amazing as well. So so pretty and loved the ambiance.

You drive thru a long and beautiful driveway to get to the valet where they direct you to the restaurant. The entrance was already beautiful but when you walk on the grounds the beauty never fades. We had made reservations and was seated promptly. It was Sunday brunch so it was a prefixed menu. My husband got champagne which he said tasted one of the best and I got a peach bellini. Their pastry basket was great, filled with a good variety of baked goods and all tasty. We ordered the crabcake and salad then for the entree steak and halibut. Then for dessert got the lemon tart and chocolate cake. We were celebrating our anniversary and they decorated the plates beautifully. The staff was so amazing. It's on the pricier side but for our special occasion very much worth it. We had a wonderful meal followed by a nice stroll of the gardens for very nice pictures. read more

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Sophia at the front desk was absolutely so rude and inappropriate! My husband book the room and we were traveling from the east coast and wanting to know where would sum good sight seeing spots were when we asked her she was on her phone rolling her eyes the whole time and then tells us to just look it up with our phones and that she's busy to then just go back on her phone and text. My husband came later to ask her questions and she was hitting on him and tried to get my husband to follow her TikTok where she has a link to her Venmo asking him to send her money! Completely inappropriate! Throughout our experience she was rude and on her phone. I don't know what type of people work there or what they're doing on the side but I am furious and this need to be looked into! read more

San Ysidro Ranch - Hotels Near Me - Montecito, California

Stunning property. Beautifully designed and maintained. We found the restaurant to be lovely, but didn't love our table location. It's probably unrealistic to not have some tables in less than ideal locations, but we had a view of the waiter station with pitchers and the computers during our dinner, and it was distracting. Would still come back, but would request a better location. read more

San Ysidro Ranch exceeded every expectation I had and I didn't even have any! This place is amazing and breathtaking with every step. My friends and I came for the afternoon tea service and had the most amazing time with amazing service, beautiful views, and just amazing everything! Thank you to Pascual, Vinny, and Vicky who treated us like queens! The tea service is held in the tranquil garden and is just the best way to spend the afternoon! $55 is such a deal as it includes tea, sandwiches, scones, and pastries. Be sure to dress up for pictures because you will want a get a lot with how beautiful this place is. I am already thinking about the next time I want to come back as there is so many ways to spend the day here! San Ysidro Ranch is WORTH IT! You will not be disappointed! read more

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One of the most spectacular hotels I have visited. Everything was so well appointed and the grounds were immaculate. The staff catered to our every need and the Restaurant and service was so impressive that we actually never left the property in the four nights we stayed. We toured the grounds relaxed by the pool did a wine tasting and just had an incredible time read more

Wish I could give this place 10 stars~~~ What an experience we had!! Surpassed all our expectations and such a serene and heavenly place to celebrate my Birthday with family. From the service to the food to the cottages to the grounds, just perfection all around. So very happy to have had the pleasure of being able to stay here. Thank you everyone so very much for being the best in every way possible!!! read more

I just had an enchanting afternoon tea. It was the perfect way to spend my day off. I've never been here and just loved it!! Also, because it was during the week and barely even saw any other guests. We had the entire place to ourselves, so it made the afternoon even more amazing. Our server was super nice and very attentive. Loved our table overlooking the beautiful grounds and the mountains. So peacefull. It's something you need to experience for yourself. The tea, sandwiches, savery & sweet pasteries and the chocolates. Everything was just so perfect. I need to come back and experience brunch or dinner. read more

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Somebody told me they wanted to go to the best restaurant in Santa Barbara so San Ysidro Ranch was the only thing that came to mind. It truly is five star dining. The sauce on the rack of lamb was intense and rich and perfect. It was a lovely evening. We sat on the patio. Nearly every table was full and yet it was not noisy or congested. The service was professional without being stuffy. Each dish was full of great flavors, complex to create simplicity without complication. And the cocktails were great! We tried the ruby martini, a new fashion and also one of the signature smoked cocktails. This is the perfect spot for a celebration. read more

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Another enchanting stay in a spacious, lovely creekside Cottage. The gardens are exquistely landscaped and maintained. Service is excellent from all the various staff on property. Food is delicious, and the setting is upscale, romantic and intimate. Very nice handwritten note in the Cottage, welcoming us. Complimentary amenity of little box of chocolate was very welcome. Under the counter refrigerator also had complimentary beverages. Not the alcohol though - so be aware! Housekeeping arrived on time for both morning make-up and evening turn down, and were very nice. Lighting in the Cottage is frustratingly non- intuitive. They really should hardwire an "all lights off" at night switch by the bed. Wall and table Lighting, while charming, is not bright enough to read by. Mattress and foundation or box spring definitely needs an upgrade. The matress sets made for the Peninsula Hotel Beverly Hills are far superior in comfort and quality. The price point is extortionate. And yet, the Ranch is so beautiful and unique that it is worth the occasional splurge. We'd come more often and stay a bit longer if the rates were less occasionally. Maybe when The Santa Barbara Biltmore opens in 2026 and there is more supply... read more

I was actually appalled by the front desk's lack of customer service training yesterday. I really hate writing bad reviews, but please do better. The woman with curly hair did not know how to speak to people I watched speak rudely to 3 guests in front of me.. then it was my turn. Terrible first impression. Definitely not 5 star service. Please hire more welcoming and warm staff. Annoyed/Mean girl energy is not how people want to be greeted for a special occasion read more

We celebrated my daughter's 29th birthday by treating ourselves to a mani (my daughter) and pedi (me). Karin is a delight. She was easy to chat with and made the experience that much more enjoyable. The setting is beautiful with a fountain and birds and a cozy area to enjoy complimentary snacks and bubbly. Dazzle Dry is the way to go and she carefully and professionally cleaned our nail beds and removed cuticles and my feet haven't looked this great in quite a while. My daughter's nails are truly gorgeous. Again, Karin made the experience quite fun. We would book on a Sunday just to have her again. read more

Regular margarita.. $280... I think the worst part is lack of hospitality and understanding. You know things are messed up when the GM gets it but nobody on the floor does read more

The San Ysidro Ranch not only offers gorgeous rooms, a stunning property, a sultry speakeasy, but they now offer a Champagne Brunch! The ambiance both inside and out is absolutely breathtaking! This spot definitely is one worth going to for that special occasion, a needed getaway or just to impress the one you love!! read more

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We were there for Breakfast ( couldn't get a reservation for dinner) and it was delicious!! Staff was great! We especially enjoyed the lemon ricotta pancakes. The place is beautiful and is definitely worth going even for breakfast read more

We drove from Thousand Oaks to Santa Barbara to have lunch at San Ysidro ranch. Made reservations at 11:36. The woman who answered at the Stonehouse said "it's very busy but I'll honor your reservation asked for the spelling of my name and phone number. When we arrived at San Ysidro they told us we didn't have a reservation and the host and hostess could not find our reservation. I showed them on my cell phone the time I called. Then the food and beverage director showed up said "he could not honor our reservation and that they were booked. We would not have driven up had we realized the way they treat their customers. Especially since we've been going there for more than 30 years. Not a nice experience, very unprofessional. This is only one of several issues we've experienced over the years. We ended up at the Rosewood hotel across the way and were treated with open arms. I rate my experience with the San Ysidro as extremely poor. It has gone seriously down hill with their customer service. Never mind the embarrassment they caused us. read more

Probably the most beautiful resort in California. From the moment you drive into the property you are in awe with all the olive trees and lavender lined up welcoming you. Heavenly ..... The property is full of many unique cottages. Prices vary depending on the size and location of the cottage. It's pretty pricy but worth every penny. The perfect spot for a special celebration. Pictures don't do justice, you have to see it yourself. read more

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Last nights stay was exactly needed after a stressful week! Always a beautiful evening!

There are not enough words to describe this beautiful culinary experience! Everything was absolutely superb! The ambiance! Fabulous! The service! Fabulous! The food! Top notch! I was a little bummed that we asked to take the extra bread, but the waiter forgot. The bread and olive oil is a treat in itself! read more

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Views are breathtaking. Great place for a nice hideaway getaway. Definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants to get away from the city vibes. It's lovely read more

My husband and I went for our anniversary. The 5 prior times we requested upstairs -outside table . Each time they dropped the ball . This place is very status based . I truly believe the wealthier clientele get preferential treatment.. I'm sure they're keeping score on the board . Restaurants do .... Ironically we go to The French Laundry several times a yr ... they remember us and treat us like family . This place does not . We were told they couldn't get us an outside table . The hostess actually straight up lied to me and told me I requested another table . She lied to my face .!!! The manger told us we could wait for a table if we wish . ( deflection) We decided to stay eat inside. ( my husbands choice ) I would have left . The whole evening the trays they make desserts etc Was placed right behind are table . It sucked !!! Mean while we saw them seat 3 couples outside - they had tables but I'm assuming they gave to status based clientele . I'm a Santa Barbara local & have been coming to Ranch since I've been a teenager... before the staff was born. Possibly if we become multimillionaires they might treat us with more respect . Until then will take a hard pass on ever going back to place that is so superficial. The Rosewood is a better choice & also looking forwards to The Biltmore reopening . The waiters & valet ( top notch ) The food is very good but nothing Michelin star . Done with The Ranch . read more

Save your money!!! This place is overhyped and overpriced mediocre restaurant masquerading as a fine dining experience. Basically high end tourist trap Dined there 9/15 or 16 and dropped $500 on a unremarkable meal for 2 with 3 glasses of wine and 1 martini. read more

San Ysidro Ranch is a really strange and confusing case of a luxury property that sometimes operates like a budget motel or fast food restaurant. My partner and I were interested in their newly announced afternoon tea. Note that SYR is on OpenTable, but at least for afternoon tea, you cannot book it there. You cannot find a single date, even months into the future, that allows booking. Instead, they instruct you to call to make reservations on the website. I did this and secured a spot for Saturday afternoon. As soon as I hung up, I got a text message from OpenTable to secure my reservation by entering a credit card. This is $65 tea people, and SYR is taking a card to secure it in case of no-shows? I dug into this deeper and realized that on OpenTable, SYR has NO reviews. The reason is they figured out a way to take your CC number and manage your reservation but in a way where you are never considered a diner. OpenTable only allows you to leave a review if you've successfully dined at a restaurant. We arrived five minutes early and had no problem with the front gate check-in and valet. They were super fast. We didn't know where to go, but a manager quickly helped check us in. We were led to a lounge where others were waiting and more people arrived. We waited 35 minutes before someone grabbed us to get seated, while we watched others who arrived after us and likely had later reservations get seated first. We were led to a nice outdoor patio area with 2-3 empty tables. There did not seem to be any sort of rush or issue turning over tables, that would justify a wait of 35 minutes past our reservation time. When I asked the hostess what happened she just mumbled a response. No sincere apology or explanation. The courtyard, while nice, had a really weird seating arrangement. All the tables face each other, so as long as you look up and out, you are staring at other parties. Super weird. We had a great waiter who was attentive but not very polished in taking orders. He kept asking if we wanted to start with appetizers and was mumbling some dishes, but it's not very clear what the options were. The menu shows a few options, but we weren't sure if he meant these two items (oysters, caviar) or something else. What made it more confusing is we heard a table across from us order "Korean Tacos". Yes, Korean tacos. I had to google Plow and Angel, and Stonehouse's menu to find it offered as a main on the SH dinner menu. I don't know if we were supposed to memorize the restaurant menus or look them up on our phones. Order was taken quickly and the savory sandwiches came quickly. They serve loose-leaf tea, which is a plus, but there was a good amount of delay before they brought my filter. If you are serious about tea you know that temperature and time are the most important factors. So my green tea was extremely oversteeped and bitter for the first pot, because of how long it took before I could pour it. Later steeps were better. Overall the food (both sandwiches and sweets) was tasty but also really strange. All the pastries were really small, which is fine, but it feels like the chefs are refusing to use baking powder. The cookies were flat and reminded me of dollar pancakes. The scones were about 3/4 of an inch tall and not the type of luxurious pull-apart sweet and savory scones you can lather butter or cream on like one might expect. Speaking of lather, they don't serve clotted cream with their scones but instead replace it with mascarpone cheese. The waiter played it off like this was some positive change and kept saying it was "just like" clotted cream. No, it's not. I expect clotted cream and jam with afternoon tea scones. Overall, the food tasted fine, and the service once seated was pretty good but there were so many small weird issues from the time we arrived until we left. Overall, we were not that upset and thought it was ok, but there were so many small issues that it really ruined the special first Mother's Day for my partner. I feel like everything could have been easily fixable, but it doesn't seem like SYR cares or has the right training for their employees. There really aren't many good afternoon tea options in Santa Barbara, and I thought SYR would be a place to buck that trend and somewhere I could take family and out-of-town guests. Hopefully, they can improve. read more

San Ysidro Ranch - $65 per person plus 20% standard gratuity. If you don't like these appetizers, apparently you can order anything you want from main. - Hotels Near Me - Montecito, California

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The atmosphere is magical at San Ysidro Ranch. We come here for dinner whenever we are in Montecito and it's truly like being transported to another world, filled with twinkle lights and beautiful flowers. The staff are all so kind and the food and drinks are amazing. I would love to stay here some day as a guest and cannot even imagine how beautiful it would be to get married on the property. Staying there is pricey but going for dinner is a great way to experience the ranch without breaking the bank. It's definitely a perfect place for your next special occasion meal or celebration. read more

Beautiful atmosphere and amazing food and wait staff. We sat outside by the fireplace. This is truly a special dining experience

Lovely resort property in gorgeous Montecito. Very professional, friendly attentive staff. We had massages, lunch& loved it so much went back the same evening for epic wine pairing dinner in the wine cellar of the Stone House. Pricey, but very special ambience. read more

Food was good and the waiters were nice . I made reservations one month ago. I requested the dining room upstairs for a party of four for a special occasion and they said it should not be a problem. We did not get a table upstairs and was told the guest get priority. If I was told this at the beginning I would have made reservations at other restaurant. read more

5 start resort with fantastic food, service and landscaping. The only thing that I had issues with was the bed in our cottage. It felt unusually firm and I was unable to get a full night's sleep over the two days we spent here. If I come back I will bring a blow up mattress. read more