El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
Colonial Santa Barbara hotel in Upper Riviera with 2 restaurants

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El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior
Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace
Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Oak Tree)
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Overview of El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Highlight
  • Offers an onsite restaurant. Only 5% of properties have this in Santa Barbara.

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Spa
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Popular LocationMission Santa Barbara16 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Barbara Natural History Museum18 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Barbara Station11 min drive
  • Popular LocationUC Santa Barbara Station18 min drive
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Room options

Premier Fireside Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
  • 603 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Patio, City View (Camellia)

cleanliness

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
  • 1098 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Bathtub

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 657 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette (Vista Suite - Private Yard)

cleanliness

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
  • 829 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace (Wishing Well)

cleanliness

Highlights

Terrace
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 904 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 King Bed)

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 603 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Fireside Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Fireplace

cleanliness

Highlights

Terrace
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Fireside Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Fireplace

cleanliness

Highlights

Terrace
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 625 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

cleanliness

Highlights

Terrace
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Fireplace (Garden)

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 660 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Terrace

cleanliness

Highlights

Terrace
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite (Hummingbird)

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 797 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Oak Tree)

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

Santa Barbara

El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara is located in Upper Riviera, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara, and is in the suburbs and near the beach. Mission Santa Barbara is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Santa Barbara Botanical Garden. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Santa Barbara Zoo. Kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.

What's nearby

  • Mission Santa Barbara - 16 min walk
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 4 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 7 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 11 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell - 4 min drive
  • Starbucks - 4 min drive
  • McConnell's Ice Cream - 4 min drive
  • IHOP - 3 min drive
  • Secret Bao - 4 min drive

About this property

El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara

Boutique eco-certified hotel near Mission Santa Barbara
Located close to Santa Barbara Museum of Art and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and shopping on site. Adventurous travelers may like the fitness classes at this hotel. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, aromatherapy, or a body treatment at Spa at El Encanto, the onsite spa. Enjoy Californian cuisine, ocean views, and al fresco dining at the two onsite restaurants. Yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; the property also has a garden, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as conference space and a sauna.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Limo/town car service, full breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle
  • Free bicycle rentals, valet parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, supervised childcare (surcharge), and outdoor furniture
Room features
All 92 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as free international calls and premium bedding, in addition to perks like pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Childcare services and free infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 42-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, eco-friendly cleaning products, and toasters

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free area shuttle up to 5 mi
  • Area shuttle
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured valet parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM–10:30 AM for a fee: USD 30 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • The Bar
  • The Dining Room
  • The Lounge
  • The Pool
  • The Terrace

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free crib
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 32,292 square feet of conference space
  • 7 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 7 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • 2 floors
  • 32 buildings
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1918
  • Colonial architecture
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 175 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 39.27 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 30 per person
  • Secured valet parking fee: USD 40.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 175 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 39.27 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Belmond El Encanto
Belmond El Encanto Hotel
Belmond El Encanto Hotel Santa Barbara
Belmond El Encanto Santa Barbara
Belmond Encanto
El Encanto
El Encanto Belmond
El Encanto Hotel And Garden Villas
Belmond El Encanto
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara Hotel
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara Santa Barbara
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara?

As of Mar 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara on Mar 31, 2024 start from CA $1,066.34, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 3 total). There's a fee of USD 175 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara?

Valet parking is available for USD 40.00 per night.

What time is check-in at El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara located?

This family-friendly Santa Barbara hotel is located by the ocean, within 2 mi (3 km) of Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, and Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Santa Barbara Botanical Garden and Santa Barbara Zoo are also within 6 mi (10 km).

El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 393 out of 484 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 484 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 484 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 484 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 484 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Vivian

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. However I think we got sick after using the pool in the evening 6:15p-7p. There is no jacuzzi. We woke at 3a with cold symptoms. Unfortunately getting sick makes me hesitant to return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect retreat-like experience—the views are amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catalina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is my favorite hotel. I go to El Encanto every time I’m in SB.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent front desk manager Armando. Beautiful serene luxurious property with great service. The best property in the area surpasses the Rosewood for quiet and serenity.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was average at best
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The American Riviera Holiday
Fabulous hotel and staff! The view makes you feel like you’re in Italy and they are dog and kid friendly!! The perfect vacation from LA!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A jacuzzi and music around the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Onsite Restaurant/Bar & Outdoor Pool
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
5.0