Title: El Encanto Santa Barbara - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # El Encanto Santa Barbara Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/26196657.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/6fd94e8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/5ef1682c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/95d6eafb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Suite, Terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/w834h1024x7y0-b8389f85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, overlooks Santa Barbara. Guests rejuvenate at the spa with deep-tissue massages and hydrotherapy or join yoga classes at the 24-hour gym. The outdoor pool offers sun loungers, while in-room WiFi and on-site shopping enhance the luxury experience. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Pool - Bar - 24/7 front desk - Pet-friendly - Room service ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 24 - Nov. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=20448&PinnedHotelID=20448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=20448&PinnedHotelID=20448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 25 - Nov. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=20448&PinnedHotelID=20448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=20448&PinnedHotelID=20448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=20448&PinnedHotelID=20448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=20448&PinnedHotelID=20448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 5 - 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Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/4bbb32f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds HDTV - Sleeps 5 - 2 King Beds ![Suite (Vista) | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/de8ecc3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Vista) ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds - Ocean view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/847f1412.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Wishing Well) ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds - 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Adventurous travelers may like the fitness classes at this hotel. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage, aromatherapy, or hydrotherapy at Spa at El Encanto, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and Californian cuisine. 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 along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas - Full breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and valet parking (surcharge) - An electric car charging station, express check-out, and supervised childcare (surcharge) - Concierge services, ATM/banking services, and pet-sitting services 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 - Heated floors, eco-friendly toiletries, and tubs or showers - 42-inch HDTVs with streaming services and 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. ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18380000/18374100/18374097/12b7ea7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Californian Santa Barbara Beach - Pool - Spa - Pet-friendly - Restaurant 9.2 Wonderful 926 reviews CA $927 CA $1,131 total includes taxes & fees Dec 14 - Dec 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=18374097&PinnedHotelID=18374097&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523800/523758/9d3c9fd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Goleta - 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Free beach shuttle - Secured valet parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges) ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 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 - In-room babysitting (surcharge) - In-room crib - 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 - Housekeeping (daily) - 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 - Smoking not allowed - 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 - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Heated bathroom floor - Shampoo - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels - iPod dock - Streaming services ### 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) - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Desk chair - 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 at the property ### 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 2 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 57.0 per night Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Resort fee: USD 72.80 per accommodation, per night The resort fee includes: - Additional inclusions - Concierge service - Fitness center access - Pool access - Shuttle service - Spa access We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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 57.0 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 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 A car is not required for transportation to and from this property 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 Santa Barbara have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at El Encanto Santa Barbara? > As of Nov 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Encanto Santa Barbara on Dec 14, 2025 start from CA $689.19, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-El-Encanto-Santa-Barbara.h20448.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is El Encanto Santa Barbara pet-friendly? > Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 175 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking? > Valet parking is available for USD 40.00 per night. ### What time is check-in at El Encanto Santa Barbara? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at El Encanto Santa Barbara? > Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Where is El Encanto 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 Zoo and Lotusland are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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