San Ysidro Ranch, a Ty Warner Property

if i could give more than a 5 star, i would...my family has been traveling around california staying in fancy hotels...this is our top favorite...we have stayed here twice now and anticipate more...stayed in the terrace and orange cottages...this place is heavenly...we had a personalized tea in the rose garden, and a personalized wine tasting in the huge wine cellar...both exceptional experiences...the grounds are meticulously cared for with free roaming rabbits for entertainment...the food is above exceptional and the room service is brought to your private patio with a white table cloth...the staff obviously love their jobs and are all so happy...totally tranquil vacation...highly recommend

The San Ysidro Ranch in Santa Barbara is a spectacular setting – mountains looming above, the sea and views of the Channel Islands below, tall hedgerows, lush herb gardens and charming cottage hideaways for luncheons or teas. Our rather large group had a long standing reservation for tea. When we arrived I ran into friends who were finishing their lunches with beautifully crafted and presented tarts, so I was filled with anticipation for the tea we were about to have. First, we were informed several of the teas on the menu were not available. I ordered a glass of champagne – at $30.00 – which, when it arrived, had not a bubble in sight. The tea I ordered was very nice. But, alas, the food was not. The sandwiches were sloppily piled on a cake plate and we had no implement with which to pick them up but our own forks and fingers – so were left grabbing our selections. The tartlets, the little petit choux pastries and teeny tiny macarons were good – but, again, we were left picking them up off a flat plate with our fingers. Every item was counted to deliver one per person – so the offerings seemed skimpy. As for the scones listed on the menu. Only two sweet scones appeared (we were a group of 12) and no butter or lemon curd. The savory cheese scones were a rubbery glob that was just not good. Finally, another cake plate of ordinary cookies appeared as if to apologize for the lackluster meal. Unfortunately, this was a total disappointment

What a gorgeous place. Amazing service and the setting is spectacular. The included food is decadent and delicious. Caviar and seafood towers at every meal if you want it. The pool feels like St. Tropez. The cottage is beautifully decorated and very private. You pay dearly for this experience but if you can do it for a very special occasion, it’s memorable.

100% Outstanding. The grounds, the cottages, the food, the very fine staff and service... all 100%. Simply "heaven on earth" Yes indeed! Sounds like I own the place but not the case, just a traveler that respects what hard work and great management and staff are capable of.

Our 3rd stay at SYR and, as usual, we have no absolutely no complaints. Everything was perfect. Along with a beautiful cottage and stunning grounds, they have the best hotel restaurant we've ever dined at. The staff were all very friendly, competent and completely professional.