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El Encanto Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
Colonial hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa

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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine
Suite, Terrace
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar
42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$1,606
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov

Explore the area

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800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Place, Mission Santa Barbara
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Camellia)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Bungalow (Garden)

Bungalow (Garden)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Hummingbird)

Suite (Hummingbird)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite, Terrace

Premier Suite, Terrace

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Suite, Terrace

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Suite (Vista) | Living area

Suite (Vista)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Suite (Wishing Well)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Wishing Well)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Wishing Well)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Vista)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Vista)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Oak Tree)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Suite (Camellia)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Suite (Camellia)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Barbara

A luxury stay in the heart of Santa Barbara awaits you at El Encanto Santa Barbara. Within a 30-minute stroll, you'll find Mission Santa Barbara and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at Spa at El Encanto can include deep-tissue massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The restaurant, The Dining Room, serves Californian cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. The Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, sauna and pool loungers as well as access to free bike hire. 32292 square feet (3000 square metres) of event facilities include 7 meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Full breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and pet-sitting services. There's also valet parking, along with the convenience of a free beach shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 5-property class Upper Riviera hotel include Santa Barbara Museum of Art and Lotusland.

What's nearby

  • Mission Santa Barbara - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • West Beach - 6 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 15 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪CAJÉ - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Secret Bao - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

About this property

El Encanto Santa Barbara

Colonial hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
El Encanto Santa Barbara offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 32292 square feet (3000 square metres) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness centre, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury El Encanto Santa Barbara. For a fee, parking is available.

This Colonial Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 92 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 32 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 32292 sq ft of conference space
  • 3000 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1918
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
El Encanto Santa Barbara offers 92 accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; local, long-distance and international calls are all complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and espresso makers. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Spa at El Encanto has 7 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy and reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in EarthCheck – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Secured valet parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 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
  • In-room cot
  • 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 lift
  • 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 organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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: USD 175 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 17 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 57.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 72.80 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness centre access
  • Pool access
  • Shuttle service
  • Spa access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 30 per person
  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 17 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at El Encanto Santa Barbara?

Yep, El Encanto Santa Barbara has secured valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 40.00 per night.

How much does it cost to stay at El Encanto Santa Barbara?

As of 22 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Encanto Santa Barbara on 12 Nov 2025 start from NZ$1,479.18, including 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 for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to El Encanto Santa Barbara?

The closest beach to El Encanto Santa Barbara is West Beach (3.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at El Encanto Santa Barbara?

Yep, Spa at El Encanto is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does El Encanto Santa Barbara have a pool?

El Encanto Santa Barbara has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at El Encanto Santa Barbara?

El Encanto Santa Barbara features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. All guestrooms come with premium bedding, late-night room service and espresso makers.

What makes El Encanto Santa Barbara a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and ocean-view dining, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at El Encanto Santa Barbara.

Is El Encanto Santa Barbara family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and supervised childcare, as well as childcare services and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that El Encanto Santa Barbara is a hit with families.

Does El Encanto Santa Barbara serve breakfast?

Sure does, full breakfast is available daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Encanto Santa Barbara?

No, El Encanto Santa Barbara does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at El Encanto Santa Barbara?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at El Encanto Santa Barbara?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at El Encanto Santa Barbara?

Furry friends are welcome at El Encanto Santa Barbara, with pet-sitting services and food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.