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Ultra-luxury property awarded a Gold Badge by U.S. News & World Report, recognized on Travel + Leisure’s T+L 500 list and received Five-Star rating from Forbes Travel Guide for Sense, A Rosewood Spa
February 19, 2021
Rosewood Miramar Beach, Southern California’s most luxurious oceanfront resort, is pleased to announce that it has received distinguished accolades from three leading travel authorities. The distinctions include a Gold Badge in U.S. News & World Report’s 2021 Best Hotels rankings, as well as being named the best hotel in Santa Barbara and the ninth-best hotel in California by the publication. This year marks the first year Rosewood Miramar Beach received a Gold Badge in the awards program, signifying the top ten percent of all ranked luxury hotels in the U.S. The resort has also been recognized on Travel + Leisure’s 2021 T+L 500 list for the first time. Additionally, Sense, A Rosewood Spa at Rosewood Miramar Beach received a Five-Star rating in Forbes Travel Guide’s 2021 Star Ratings for the second consecutive year.
“We are beyond thrilled to be named among the top hotels and resorts, not only in Santa Barbara and California but in the world by such highly regarded awards programs in the industry,” said Rick Fidel, resort manager at Rosewood Miramar Beach. “Following a year of unprecedented challenges, we are honored to be recognized for the hard work and dedication displayed by our team members and we look forward to continuing to bring our guests and community the highest standards of service and exceptional experiences as they continue to discover the magic of Miramar.”
Situated across 16 acres of prime beachfront real estate in the picturesque Montecito community, located just 80 miles north of Los Angeles, Rosewood Miramar Beach is the gathering place of choice for discerning travelers and locals alike. In following the Rosewood brand’s signature residential-style, the ultra-luxury property’s design is inspired by the beautiful homes and grand estates in the surrounding area, and the guest services are personalized to provide a truly unique experience. With continuously updated bespoke programming and amenities, Rosewood Miramar Beach appeals to a variety of travelers and is the ultimate destination for a laid-back retreat with two cabana-lined pools, a fully serviced pristine beach and Sense, A Rosewood Spa, offering guests unique treatments and rituals inspired by the healing traditions and native plants found in the local surroundings, as well as the latest technology and therapies on the market. Open to guests and members of the local community alike, the state-of-the-art Sense, A Rosewood Spa facility offers expertly appointed relaxation rooms, steam rooms and saunas, and individual and couples treatment rooms, as well as a full-service salon, nail salon, a spacious indoor-outdoor fitness studio, and an enclosed private studio. Additional property highlights include 161 elegant guestrooms and suites, including many with beachfront views, six restaurants and bars, and high-end onsite retail experiences.
Celebrated as one of the most trusted resources in the industry, the prestigious U.S. News & World Report ranking evaluates and reviews more than 30,000 luxury hotel properties throughout more than 400 destinations in the United States, Europe, Bermuda, Mexico, Canada, and the Caribbean, assessing both professional and guest opinion, as well as annual industry awards and star ratings. The full list is published exclusively online at https://travel.usnews.com/Hotels/
The T+L 500 list draws on the Travel + Leisure 2020 World’s Best Awards readers’ survey results, which rates hotels on characteristics such as guestrooms, destination, service, and culinary programs, and then recognizes the best hotels around the globe by naming them to this year’s list. The celebrated awards program made its return this year following a six-year pause. The full list is featured in the March 2021 print issue.
Additionally, Forbes Travel Guide is the only independent, global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, and spas, and its annual Star Ratings have been revered as a global authority on travel since its launch in 1958. This year, properties were inspected prior to the pandemic and when regional restrictions allowed for the safe return of guests. The winning properties, restaurants, and spas are showcased on https://www.forbestravelguide.com/.
About Rosewood Miramar Beach
Named one of the world’s best new resorts in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2020 Hot List, Rosewood Miramar Beach is situated on one of the most pristine beaches in the region and is located in Santa Barbara’s picturesque Montecito community known as The American Riviera. Offering 161 ultra-luxury guestrooms and suites, including beachfront accommodations, a collection of signature suites, and multi-bedroom bungalows, the resort has been designed with style, grace, and glamour and perfectly balances the residential and the refined. Amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness studio, two cabana-lined pools, bespoke beach service on the sandy shores of Miramar Beach, and Sense, A Rosewood Spa – the only Forbes Five-Star spa in Santa Barbara. Home to several distinct dining venues including Caruso’s, the signature oceanfront restaurant, Rosewood Miramar Beach is a culinary destination for locals and visitors alike. An elevated retail experience further bolsters Rosewood Miramar Beach as the ultimate retreat for the best in luxury lifestyle, with The Shop at Miramar exclusively featuring The Miramar Collection, a first-of-its-kind goop Sundries Shop as well as a new California-inspired concept store curated by designer James Perse. Expansive indoor and outdoor event space, totaling approximately 28,000 square-feet, includes the Chandelier Ballroom with over 6,500-square-feet, and the Great Lawn, which offers infinite ocean views. Personalized service makes Rosewood Miramar Beach the perfect destination for celebrating life’s moments both big and small. Rosewood Miramar Beach is owned by Caruso and managed by Rosewood Hotels & Resorts.
About Caruso
Caruso is one of the most successful, productive, and profitable real estate development and hospitality companies in the world. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the privately held company owns and operates a diverse portfolio of retail, residential and mixed-use properties known for their award-winning architecture, unparalleled quest experiences, and dedication to their local communities. Caruso’s expertise in creating beloved town centers has made its properties desired locations from retail flagships, to new brick-and-mortar tenants, and innovative dining and entertainment concepts. Consistently ranked among the top shopping centers in the world, Caruso’s properties continue to outperform the industry standards for occupancy rates and average sales per square foot. Included in Caruso’s world-class portfolio and marquee shopping and dining destinations are The Grove and The Americana at Brand; luxury residential building 8500; and The Masonic Temple, a restored 1929 Art Deco landmark converted into innovative Class-A office space. The company continues to focus on expansion and currently has invested more than a billion dollars in new lines of business, including the newly opened, first-of-its-kind retail, dining, and entertainment destination Palisades Village, as well as the ultra-luxury five-star beachfront resort Rosewood Miramar Beach in Montecito, California.
About Rosewood Hotels & Resorts
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® manages 27 one-of-a-kind luxury hotels, resorts, and residences in 16 countries, with 22 new properties under development. Each Rosewood property embraces the brand’s A Sense of Place® philosophy to reflect the individual location’s history, culture, and sensibilities. The Rosewood collection includes some of the world’s most legendary hotels and resorts, including The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel in New York, Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek in Dallas, and Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel in Paris, as well as new classics such as Rosewood Hong Kong. For those who wish to stay a little longer, Rosewood Residences offer a distinct opportunity for ownership or rent in extraordinary destinations within the brand’s wide-ranging portfolio.
About U.S. News & World Report
U.S. News & World Report is the global leader in quality rankings that empower people to make better, more informed decisions about important issues affecting their lives. A digital news and information company focused on Education, Health, Money, Travel, Cars, and News, USNews.com provides consumer advice, rankings, and analysis to serve people making complex decisions throughout all stages of life. More than 40 million people visit USNews.com each month for research and guidance. Founded in 1933, U.S. News is headquartered in Washington, D.C.
About Forbes Travel Guide
Forbes Travel Guide is the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, and spas. Our anonymous professional inspectors evaluate based on up to 900 objective standards, with an emphasis on exceptional service, to help discerning travelers select the world’s best luxury experiences. The only way to get a Five-Star, Four-Star, or Recommended rating is by earning it through our independent inspection process. For more information about Forbes Travel Guide, please visit ForbesTravelGuide.com.
