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Hilltop Location—with vistas over Santa Barbara
Classic Look—restored 1920's-era building
Charming Bungalows—each with King beds and marble bathrooms
Belmond Cheese—each block made from the milk of El Encanto's own cow
Wedding Specialists—memorable outdoor setting for ceremonies

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Sunlight trickles through leaves as guests wander to and fro… welcoming one to El Encanto. Privacy, serenity, and romance take top spot on all priority lists here.

Craving a romantic retreat - Santa Barbara style? Impressively restored to its original, glamorous state of being, El Encanto provides guests with a restful destination in which to relax, unwind, and enjoy. This is the American Riviera.

92 luxury suites, bungalow Suites, and bungalows are spread throughout El Encanto's gorgeous grounds. California-style elegance and charm are brought to life in these spaces, where cozy details accentuate stylish furnishings and romantically inclined amenities.

Not surprisingly, dining here is an organic affair, with locally sourced ingredients featured in all “California-coastal” dishes. The accompanying wine and other spirits will be exemplary at the stunning Dining Room and Terrace, but The Lounge, The Wine Room, and The Bar all offer equally enticing refreshments.

Already exquisite, El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara has been enhanced by the addition of an expansive outdoor swimming pool and boutique spa. Sound too good to be true? Seeing is believing.

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Features 1 king bed, garden view, LCD HD TV, marble bathroom, hardwood floo... Read More
Room size: 42 m² / 450 ft²

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Room size: 42 - 64 m² / 450 - 690 ft²

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Features 1 King bed, garden view, furnished patio, heated stone floors.
Room size: 38 - 50 m² / 410 - 540 ft²

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Room size: 50 - 61 m² / 540 - 655 ft²

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Room size: 600 - 800 m² / 6458 - 8611 ft²

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Room size: 74 m² / 800 ft²

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Room size: 86 m² / 930 ft²

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Oak Tree Suite
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Room size: 102 m² / 1100 ft²

Suite with king bed, garden view, kitchenette, fireplace, and furnished garden courtyard.

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Camellia Suite
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Room size: 102 m² / 1100 ft²

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Two Bedroom Oak Tree Suite
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Room size: 153 m² / 1650 ft²

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Two Bedroom Vista Suite
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Room size: 125 m² / 1350 ft²

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Two Bedroom Camellia Suite
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Room size: 163 m² / 1750 ft²

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Monday to Thursday6:00 am - 1:00 am Friday6:00 am - 12:00 am Saturday7:00 am - 3:30 pm Sunday 7:00 am - 12:00 am

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Location

800 Alvarado Place Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara United States

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Nestled among gentle hills with a stunning view of the ocean, Belmond El Encanto is a short 15 minute drive from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport and 1hr 50mins from LAX.

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El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara is part of Belmond

Forbes - Five Star Hotel - 2014-2016

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