El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara

About the hotel

2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas, a free area shuttle, and a free beach shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar are onsite.

Nearby attractions

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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Santa Barbara Botanical Garden, while Santa Barbara Museum of Art and Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara are cultural highlights. 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 mountain biking and ecotours nearby. Guests appreciate the hotel's quiet location.

Popular amenities

Family friendly

Babysitting (surcharge)

Free area shuttle

Free cribs/infant beds

In-room child care (surcharge)

Microwave (on request)

Outdoor pool

Supervised childcare (surcharge)

Wifi

Available in all rooms: free wifi

Available in some public areas: free wifi

In-room wifi speed: 50+ mbps

Food and drink

1 poolside bar and 1 bar

2 restaurants

Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7 am–10:30 am: usd 23 per person

Room service available

Spa

7 treatment rooms

Aromatherapy

Body scrubs

Body treatments

Body wraps

Couples treatment room(s)

Facials

Hydrotherapy

Massage - deep-tissue

Massage/treatment rooms

Outdoor treatment areas

Reflexology

Spa open daily

Guest services

24-hour front desk

Concierge services

Daily housekeeping

Luggage storage

Multilingual staff

Porter/bellhop

Tour/ticket assistance

Turndown service

Wedding services

Accessibility

Assistive listening devices available

Braille signage

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

In-room accessibility (select rooms)

This property does not have elevators

Visual fire alarm

Things to do

24-hour fitness center

Aerobics classes

Evening entertainment

Free bicycle rentals

Full-service spa

Outdoor pool

Shopping

Yoga classes

Outdoor

Garden

Outdoor furniture

Picnic area

Pool sun loungers

Pool umbrellas

Terrace

Vegetable garden

Conveniences

Atm/banking services

Ballroom

Banquet hall

Free newspapers in lobby

Front-desk safe

Gift shop/newsstand

More

At least 80% lighting from leds

At least 80% organic food

Biodegradable coffee stirrers

Biodegradable drinking straws

Comprehensive food waste policy

Comprehensive recycling policy

Couples dining

Fireplace in lobby

Local artist showcase

Locally-owned & organized tours & activities

No plastic coffee stirrers

No plastic drinking straws

No plastic soda bottles

Reusable cups only

Reusable tableware only

Smoke-free property

Vegan dining options

Vegetarian dining options

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Nearest Airport

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport

13 km from this hotel

Reviews that mention...

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Family Reviews

for El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5 stars

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We have selected a sample of reviews which reflect what families have said about El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara

Latest reviews (5)

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Stephanie

4 Jul 2024 - 7 Jul 2024

reviewed on expedia

4 out of 5 stars

Gorgeous property and very friendly staff. We came on a holiday weekend so they were at full capacity so it was difficult getting a lounge chair at the pool. I’m sure that’s not always the case. I feel like this property should be no kids under 13. People pay a lot of money to spend their vacations here and no one wants to listen to screaming kids .

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John

27 Dec 2023 - 29 Dec 2023

reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

A great family get-away with with grandchildren and adult children- located in the hills of Santa Barbara- an ideal place to un-wind and relax.

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Kim

1 Sept 2023 - 4 Sept 2023

reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

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!

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Androniki

29 Jul 2023 - 30 Jul 2023

reviewed on orbitz

5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful grounds, well-appointed and beautiful room, great food, and lots of extras for our toddler including an adorable toddler bed and a backpack with toys.

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Martine

21 May 2023 - 24 May 2023

reviewed on orbitz

5 out of 5 stars

I have zero complaints about this amazing place. They keep their grounds impeccable and their service is unmatched. Even though we were in teh most luxurious accomodations, the bungalows also feel cozy and like home. We were here for our baby moon and didn't want to leave. El Encanto also has a splendid reputation among locals, which speaks volumes. You must stay here if you travel to Santa Barbara.