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What could inspire your travel dreams more than a truly exceptional place to stay, a resort hotel that immerses you in luxury as the stress of the world slips into the distance? Take, for instance, the quietly impressive San Ysidro Ranch hotel. Not only has it been named one of the top 15 resort hotels in the country by Travel and Leisure readers, but it was also voted one of the 100 best hotels in the entire world. Are you ready for a positively unforgettable stay in Southern California?

Since 1893, San Ysidro Ranch has been a serene, luxurious destination hotel. Situated in the foothills of Santa Barbara, the 550-acre resort hotel property boasts lush gardens overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the Channel Islands.
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Each of 38 exclusive cottages spread throughout the resort is surrounded by verdant green trees and foliage, year-round blooming flowers, and sprawling vines.
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Disconnect from the outside world as you step through your private gated entry into the secluded garden surrounding your cottage.
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Rich in history, the Ranch has hosted such guests as Groucho Marx, Sinclair Lewis, and Vivien Leigh who married Laurence Olivier right here at midnight.
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Whether you choose to stay in "Kennedy," where John and Jackie honeymooned in 1953, "Churchill," the book-fill retreat where Winston Churchill spent time writing, or any of the other cottages, your stay will be extraordinary.
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Cottages treat guests to amenities such as stone fireplaces, sunken spas, outdoor rain showers, four-poster king beds, and a variety of breathtaking views.
The ultimate in luxury, Warner Cottage is 6,000 square feet of opulence, with a curated collection of antiques, a private pool, two master bedrooms, and so much more.
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Award-winning dining at the Ranch is complimentary, from the inspiring and romantic Stonehouse restaurant to the storybook ambiance of the Carriage House.
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A number of private dining options are available to guests as well, including the private patio at the spa, the Old Adobe, and your own spacious cottage or patio.
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As if the included amenities are not enough to leave ordinary behind, San Ysidro Ranch offers "Over the Top" and "California Wine Country" VIP packages that go well above and beyond - a truly unforgettable experience.
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What has been your most unforgettable stay in Southern California? We would love to hear about it in the comments. Learn more and book your room on the San Ysidro Ranch website. You may also want to check out another amazing SoCal hotel in this article.

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