El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, United States – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.3/10! (score from 117 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
This place is awesome. We loved everything in this hotel. This is close to paradise.

- Kitchen
- Garden
- Pets allowed
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Balcony
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Offering sweeping Pacific Ocean views, this boutique hotel is 5 minutes’ drive away from Central Santa Barbara. It boasts an outdoor pool, a spa and wellness centre and an on-site bar and restaurant. All spacious rooms include free Wi-Fi. A flat-screen cable satellite TV is featured in all guest rooms at El Encanto. Rooms include a minibar, a fireplace and a seating area. All rooms offer garden views. A 24-hour reception is provided to guests of El Encanto. A business centre with fax and photocopying services is available. Guests can unwind at El Encanto's on-site fitness centre as well. With 2 miles of this hotel guests will find attractions such as Santa Barbara Mission and Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens. Santa Barbara Municipal Golf Course is 10 minutes’ drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Hotel chain/brand: Belmond HotelsDistance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast

Availability
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See what guests loved the most:
- Ralf
Germany
“This place is awesome. We loved everything in this hotel. This is close to paradise.” - Olesya
Russia
“It is amazing place.I am really in love. Spa exceeded all my expectations . But not all staff are friendly, it makes me a little sad. Maybe they get tired for all day. But Everybody must visit this calm and peaceful destination.Appreciate My friends.” - Mary
United States Minor Outlying Islands
“It was a beautiful property and all of the staff made you feel very welcomed”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- The Dining Room
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Facilities of El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa BarbaraGreat facilities! Review score, 9.4
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Linen
- Alarm clock
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
- Aerobics
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Live music/performance
- Bike tours
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Tennis courtAdditional chargeOff-site
- Seating Area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
- Fruits
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Valet parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/puzzles
- Babysitting/child servicesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopying
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle service
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Car hire
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Room service
- Opening times
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Heated pool
- Salt-water pool
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
- Fence around pool
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Make up services
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
House rules
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note: For Premier Bungalow and Deluxe Bungalow Room Types the bed type is by request only and is not a guarantee.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
FAQs about El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
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El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Tennis court
- Evening entertainment
- Aerobics
- Walking tours
- Beach
- Personal trainer
- Beauty Services
- Live music/performance
- Swimming Pool
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Facial treatments
- Bike tours
- Waxing services
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Make up services
- Manicure
- Pedicure
- Body treatments
- Body scrub
- Body wrap
- Spa facilities
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Spa/wellness packages
- Back massage
- Neck massage
- Foot massage
- Couples massage
- Head massage
- Hand massage
- Full body massage
- Fitness
- Yoga classes
- Fitness classes
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El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara has 1 restaurant:
- The Dining Room
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Room options at El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara include:
- Triple
- Double
- Suite
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El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara is 1.1 miles from the centre of Santa Barbara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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The prices at El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Check-in at El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara is from 00:00, and check-out is until 00:00.