Garden Bungalow
Sleeps 3 · 61 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
- Desk
- Air conditioning
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Coffee/tea maker
El Encanto Santa Barbara
★★★★★ 800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara, US
9.4 guest rating· 249 reviews
The five stars
El Encanto Santa Barbara holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.
The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Fitness facilities, Fitness center, Swimming pool, Room service and Terrace.
Guests score it 9.4/10 across 249 reviews.
About this hotel
Sweeping Pacific Ocean Views :
Experience breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean from our boutique hotel, located just 5 minutes' drive from Central Santa Barbara.
Luxurious Amenities :
Indulge in our outdoor pool, spa and wellness centre, and on-site bar and restaurant. Each spacious room features a flat-screen TV, minibar, fireplace, and seating area, all with complimentary Wi-Fi access.
Convenience and Recreation :
Enjoy our 24-hour reception, business centre, and fitness centre during your stay. Explore nearby attractions like the Santa Barbara Mission, Botanical Gardens, and Municipal Golf Course, all within 2-10 minutes' drive from El Encanto.
Book now to experience the perfect blend of luxury and convenience at El Encanto.
Rooms & rates
Superior Suite (Hummingbird)
Sleeps 4 · 74 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
- Desk
- Air conditioning
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Coffee/tea maker
Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Camellia)
Sleeps 5 · 2× King bed
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Oak Tree)
Sleeps 5 · 2× King bed
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Wishing Well)
Sleeps 5 · 2× King bed
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Oak Tree)
Sleeps 5 · 2× King bed
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Vista)
Sleeps 3 · King bed
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Camellia)
Sleeps 3 · King bed
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Wishing Well)
Sleeps 3 · King bed
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Vista Suite)
Sleeps 5 · 2× King bed
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
Amenities
- Free WiFi
- Fence around pool
- Heated pool
- Outdoor pool
- Salt-water pool
- Swimming pool
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Spa/wellness center
- Spa/wellness center services
- Sauna
- Fitness classes
- Fitness facilities
- Accessible parking
- Private parking
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- Valet parking
- Breakfast in the room
- Breakfast takeaway containers
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
- Air conditioning
- Pets allowed
- Pet basket
- Pet bowls
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- 24-hour front desk
- Tour desk
- Room service
- 24-hour security
- Non-smoking throughout
- Family rooms
- Access to health care professionals
- Aerobics
- Allergy-free room
- Babysitting/child services
- Beauty Services
- Bike tours
- Board games/puzzles
- Broadcast Live sport events
- Car hire
- Cashless payment available
- CCTV in common areas
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Concierge service
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Cycling
- Daily housekeeping
- Delivered food - securely covered
- Dry cleaning
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Evening entertainment
- Express check-in/check-out
- Face masks for guests available
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Fax/photocopying
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Food delivered to guest room
- Fruits
- Garden
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Heating
- Hiking
- Invoice provided
- Ironing service
- Key access
- Key card access
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- Live music/performance
- Luggage storage
- Manicure
- Massage services
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Outdoor furniture
- Pedicure
- Personal trainer
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Picnic area
- Private check-in/check-out
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
- Safety deposit box
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- Smoke alarms
- Special diet menus - on request
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Thermometers for guests provided by property
- Walking tours
- Wine/champagne
- Yoga classes
Location
800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara, US
- Check-in
- from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
- Check-out
- until 12:00 AM
What guests say9.4249 reviews
+ Beautiful location+ Friendly staff+ Great food− Limited amenities− Room issues− Inconsistent service
Cleanliness9.6
Service10.0
Location10.0
Room Quality8.6
Amenities8.6
Value for Money9.1
Small luxury gateway.
10.0Clean rooms, comfortable beds, nice pool, great service.
Beautiful property with great amenities and amazing staff
10.0Amazing! The property is beautiful, sprawling, with modern, clean, and comfortable rooms. Hard to find a boutique hotel in this day and age that is maintained with so much love and care. The staff are amazing - friendly, helpful, kind, and resourceful. The food is great, really fresh with good service. Located conveniently in the middle of Santa Barbara and easy to get around. It’s a comfortable atmosphere to hang out and relax between the pool, lobby, patio, and fire pits. New ownership is great and renovating the property in real time. We will be back!
Exceptional Stay at El Encanto
10.0Our stay at El Encanto was absolutely wonderful. The property is stunning, the atmosphere is peaceful, and every detail exceeded our expectations. A special thank you to Michael Noone, who went above and beyond to take care of our family during our stay. His kindness, professionalism, and genuine hospitality made us feel truly welcomed and made our experience even more memorable. Michael’s attention to detail and dedication to guest service are what make El Encanto such a special place. We highly recommend El Encanto to anyone visiting Santa Barbara and look forward to returning in the future. Five stars all around! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Gorgeous old world retreat
10.0Beautiful hotel and grounds. Feels a million miles away yet only 12 minutes from State Street up in the hills. Amazing service from all staff including front desk, valet, and restaurants. Romantic and relaxing- an absolute treat. Thank you for making our anniversary so special!
Tout simplement magique
9.0
Hotels of Earth · questions
- Is El Encanto Santa Barbara really a five-star hotel?
- Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.
Good to know
You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.
Please note: For Premier Bungalow and Deluxe Bungalow Room Types the bed type is by request only and is not a guarantee.
For reservations booked with breakfast the maximum credit is $60 per day.Guests are required to show a photo ID 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.
›Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
›Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
›Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
›Children and extra bed policy
Children of any age are allowed.
Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
People no matter the age stay for US$40 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
›Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 45 per day.