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Circle Bar B Guest Ranch

Name: Circle Bar B Guest Ranch
Address: 1800 Refugio Road, Santa Barbara, US

★★★★·9.4/ 10Excellent

·Hotels

📍1800 Refugio Road · Santa Barbara ↗

Check-in 04:00 PM / out 11:00 AM

Offsite parking discounted rates availableAir conditioningSwimming poolFamily roomsHot tub/JacuzziMassage servicesAll 33 facilities +

Review

Guest scores & sentiment

From 159 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-18

Guests praise the serene atmosphere, friendly staff, comfortable rooms, and delicious food, ideal for families. Common complaints include lack of in-room WiFi/cell signal, basic dining furniture, no convenience store, some dated facilities, and high prices.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Location9.8

Service9.6

Facilities9.5

Cleanliness9.4

Surroundings9.4

Value8.8

＋ PraisedExcellent horseback riding · Beautiful natural scenery · Friendly and welcoming staff · Delicious and accommodating food

－ ComplaintsHigh prices · Outdated or faulty amenities · Limited WiFi coverage · Maintenance noise

KEYIdeal for families seeking digital detox and nature. Bring snacks, accept limited connectivity, and expect rustic dining.

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Room types · 11

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Hillside Homestead

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)100 ㎡up to 9

Guests will have a special experience as this suite features a fireplace. This spacious suite is consisted of of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as mountain views. The unit offers 4 beds.

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Creekside Cottage

1 × Sofa bed64 ㎡up to 5

The fireplace is a top feature of this suite. This spacious suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as mountain views. The unit has 2 beds.

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2 Bedroom Cabin

2 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) / 1 × Sofa bed54 ㎡up to 6

The spacious family room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with mountain views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 3 beds.

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Deluxe Ranch Room

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) / 1 × Sofa bed39 ㎡up to 4

The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with pool views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds.

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Family Room with Mountain View

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) / 1 × Bunk bed39 ㎡up to 5

This air-conditioned family room includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with mountain views. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Historic Private Cabin

1 × Twin bed / 1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)37 ㎡up to 3

Guests will have a special experience as this triple room provides a fireplace. The spacious triple room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with mountain views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Private Cabin with Loft

1 × Double bed / 1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)37 ㎡up to 5

This double room features a fireplace. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with mountain views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds.

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Private Cabin

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)34 ㎡up to 3

This double room offers a fireplace. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with pool views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Junior Suite

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)28 ㎡up to 2

This double room features a spa bath. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with pool views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.

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Canyon Cabin

1 × King bedup to 2

1 King BedOverlooking the mountains Relax - In-room massage availableInternet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) Entertainment - 45-inch Smart TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Mini-fridgeSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains Bathroom - Slippers, towels, and shampooPractical - Iron/ironing board, art supplies, and children's booksComfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioningNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Oak Cabin

2 × King bed / 1 × Sofa bedup to 6

2 King Beds and 1 Queen Sofa BedOverlooking the mountains Layout - 2 bedrooms, living room, and sitting areaRelax - Fireplace; in-room massage availableInternet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) Entertainment - 45-inch Smart TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Mini-fridgeSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains Bathroom - Private bathroom, slippers, towels, and shampooPractical - Iron/ironing board, art supplies, and children's booksComfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioningNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Circle Bar B Guest Ranch

Guest scores & sentiment

Room types · 11

Hillside Homestead

Creekside Cottage

2 Bedroom Cabin

Deluxe Ranch Room

Family Room with Mountain View

Historic Private Cabin

Private Cabin with Loft

Private Cabin

Junior Suite

Canyon Cabin

Oak Cabin

Facilities · 33

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