Belmond El Encanto
800 Alvarado Place | Santa Barbara, CA 93103 [SEE MAP]Santa Barbara, CA [SEE ADDRESS]
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Overview
Although it doesn't hug the Santa Barbara coast – you'll find this hotel on the northern fringes of the city – Belmond El Encanto earns praise for its beautiful setting and excellent views. The property's suites all feature private terraces or patios looking out toward the ocean, along with hardwood floors, marble bathrooms and, in some cases, fireplaces. Although the outpost's homey accommodations may be hard to leave, the property houses a number of amenities worth checking out, such as The Spa at El Encanto, an infinity-edge swimming pool and 7 acres of gardens to explore. And recent guests sing the praises of the California cuisine served at the Dining Room. Visitors can also opt for light American fare at The Lounge.
- Location
- Santa Barbara, CA
- Hotel Class
- 5.0-star
- Property Type
- Boutique hotel, 92 rooms
- Primary View
- Neighborhood
- Style
- Traditional, Historic, Opulent
- Best For
- Couples
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- 5.0Hotel Class
- GREATCritic Rating
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
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Critic Reviews
Other Awards
- Condé Nast Readers' Choice List 2018
Brick pathways lead you around the grounds, and mature cypress, palm and eucalyptus trees flank the numerous bungalows, which sit far from the madding crowd.
It underwent a long, expensive renovation that preserved its character while adding modern perks to luxury bungalows, like automatic espresso machines and bathrooms with heated floors.
A romantic retreat perched above the city, this seven-acre historic property once hosted stars of Hollywood's golden age.
The clublike lobby and bar hosts afternoon tea and live music at night, but the heart of the place is the dining terrace, which has panoramic views of city and ocean.
Other Awards
- Condé Nast Readers' Choice List 2018
Guest Reviews
A hotel's guest rating is calculated using data provided under license by TripAdvisor. A total of 1183 have reviewed the Belmond El Encanto, giving it a rating of 4.5, on a scale of 1-5.
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TripAdvisor Travel Rating:Guest Rooms
- Daily $35 resort fee includes Wi-Fi access, a free bottle of wine, use of the courtesy car, fitness classes and coffee and bottled water
- Rooms have garden views; upgraded rooms have ocean and city views
Standard room size: 350 square feet
- Internet (free)
- Premium channels
- Workspace/desk
- Minifridge
- Bathrobes/slippers
- Minibar
- Shower/tub combo
- Separate shower
- Separate tub
- Wireless Internet
- Guest rooms with patios and balconies
- Adjoining rooms available
Location & Parking
- Located 10 miles east of Santa Barbara Airport
- 24-hour valet parking ($35)
- 24-hour self-parking
- Airport shuttle
- Car service (free)
Within walking distance of:
- Grocery store
- Movie theater
- Theater
- Shopping
- Bus stop
- Train station
- Subway/metro stop
- Restaurants
- Beach
Dining
Number of restaurants: 2
Cuisine Types: American
- Fine dining
- Casual dining
- Quick service cafe/coffee shop/marketplace
- Bar/lounge
- Room service
- 24-hour room service
- Free breakfast
Pool
- Open year-round
- Saline pool
- Family pool
- Infinity pool
- Whirlpool/hot tub
- Adults-only pool
- Lap pool
- Wading pool
- Lazy river
- Seasonal
- Indoor
- Outdoor
- Indoor/outdoor combo
- Pool bar
- Lifeguard on duty
- Poolside service
- Waterslide
- Deck chairs or cabanas
Spa
- Couples treatments
Services offered:
- Massage
- Facial
- Body treatments (i.e. scrubs, wraps)
- Salon services
- Outdoor treatment area
- Steam room
- Sauna
Fitness
- Exercise bikes available overlooking the gardens
- Weight equipment
- Cardio equipment
- Yoga mats
- Free fitness classes
- Premium fitness classes (with fee)
- Bicycles (free)
- Tennis
- Guided runs
- Paddle boats
- Motor boats
Business
- Full-service catering
- Videoconferencing technology
- Group room rates
Number of meeting rooms: 8
- Business center
- Meeting rooms
- Meeting and event planners available
Pets
- No size or breed restrictions
- Pets allowed (with fee)
- Dog walking
- Pet-sitting
Wedding
- The property can host weddings for up to 200 guests
- Private dining spaces for rehearsal dinners and brunches
Maximum wedding guest capacity: 200
- Hotel hosts weddings
- Outdoor space for weddings
- Wedding planners available
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