Popular with the Plein Air School of artists, Belmond El Encanto’s former 1920s glory has been lovingly restored to become one of the most celebrated resorts on the West Coast.
The restoration process helped to highlight the original Spanish-colonial and Californian craftsman styles, with modern additions including a zero-edge outdoor pool and sumptuous boutique spa. Here, every sense is heightened.
ACCOMMODATION 92 suites and bungalows
DINING Restaurant, bar and lounge
FEATURES The Spa, zero-edge pool and 7-acre garden
ACTIVITIES Watersports including cave diving, polo, wineries
EVENTS Indoor and outdoor event spaces for meetings, weddings and conferences
LOCATION 9 miles from Santa Barbara airport, 97 miles from Los Angeles airport
Take a closer look at the hotel and its beautiful surroundings.
Staying with us turns a trip to Santa Barbara into an unforgettably unique escape. Here are just some of the features that make us stand out from the crowd.
Gaze out across the Pacific while soaking up the sun in our lavish zero-edge swimming pool. It’s the perfect setting to unwind and acclimatize to Belmond El Encanto’s easygoing lifestyle.
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Gaze out across the Pacific while soaking up the sun in our lavish zero-edge swimming pool. It’s the perfect setting to unwind and acclimatize to Belmond El Encanto’s easygoing lifestyle.
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Seven acres of gloriously landscaped gardens offer sweeping views of Santa Barbara and the Pacific Ocean. Drift through the rare flora and make the most of the balmy West Coast evenings.
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Seven acres of gloriously landscaped gardens offer sweeping views of Santa Barbara and the Pacific Ocean. Drift through the rare flora and make the most of the balmy West Coast evenings.
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Travel around town in style. Our Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is on hand to take you anywhere you want within a five-mile radius. Visit Santa Barbara’s must-see spots, or head to the celebrated restaurants in Montecito.
Take one of our complimentary bicycles and explore the local area at your leisure. Take a scenic ride over to the Santa Barbara Mission, or head down hill to explore State Street and the waterfront.
Treat your workout routine to a fresh new scene at Belmond El Encanto's state-of-the-art Fitness Studio.
Cardio enthusiasts can choose from an array of Technogym treadmills, exercise bikes and ellipticals. Or switch to strength-building exercises with Technogym's exciting line of Kinesis Stations.
The Fitness Studio offers a wealth of classes, from heart-pumping cardio to classic sun salutations. Personal training is also available on request.
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Treat your workout routine to a fresh new scene at Belmond El Encanto's state-of-the-art Fitness Studio.
Cardio enthusiasts can choose from an array of Technogym treadmills, exercise bikes and ellipticals. Or switch to strength-building exercises with Technogym's exciting line of Kinesis Stations.
The Fitness Studio offers a wealth of classes, from heart-pumping cardio to classic sun salutations. Personal training is also available on request.
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