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El Encanto

800 Alvarado Place
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
United States

OFFER ID H4686

Overview Accommodations Facilities & Services Dining Guides Directions
Guest Services

24-Hour Front Desk

24-Hour Reception Service

24-Hour Room Service

24-Hour Security

24-Hour Valet Service

24-Hours Manager on Duty

Activities Center

Activities Desk

Activity Desk

Afternoon Tea

Baby Cot and Folding Beds

Baggage Storage Services

Bicycle Rentals

Bike Rental

Bikes

Biking

Bilingual Guides

Board Games

CD & DVD Library

Car-Hire

Catering

Catering Services

Chauffeur Service on Request

City Tours

Coffee Service

Complimentary Afternoon Refreshment Station

Complimentary Beverage Service Daily

Complimentary Bikes

Complimentary Health Club Access

Complimentary High Speed Internet Access

Complimentary Newspaper

Complimentary Sedan Service within 5-mile Radius of Hotel

Complimentary Shoe Shine

Complimentary Town Car

Complimentary Wireless (Wi-Fi) Internet

Complimentary Wireless (WiFi) Internet

Concierge

Concierge Desk

Concierge Services

Cruise & Boat Rentals

Custom Itinerary Planning

Daily Newspaper

Daily Newspaper Upon Request

Dining Experience

Dry Cleaning and Laundry Services

E-Bike rental

Early Morning Coffee

Educational Activities

Evening Turndown Service

Executive / VIP Services

Express Check-In

Family Activities

Fitness Classes

Front Desk

Guest Relation Manager

Guest Services Desk

Guest Services Team

Heated Pool

Hiking

Historic Sites

Honeymoon Planning

Hotel and Restaurant Reservations

House Car

Housekeeping

In room tea & coffee making facilities

In-room Fireplace

In-room Safe Deposit Box

In-room minibar

Lawn Games

Local Experiences

Loyalty Program

Luggage Assistance

Massage Service

Meditation

Morning Lobby Coffee Service

Morning Newspaper

Multilingual Staff

Nature Walks

Newspaper

Outdoor Activities

Overnight Laundry Service

Parking

Parlor & Garden Games

Pet Amenities

Pet Friendly

Pet Policy

Pet-Friendly

Printing Services

Private English-Speaking Driver

Property Walks

Registration Desk

Rollaway bed

Room Service

Security

Shopping

Shuttle Service

Sightseeing & Excursions

Spa

Sunset Cocktail

Swimming Pool

Tea Service

Tour Desk

Tours & Excursions

Town Car Service

Turndown Service

Turndown Service on Request

Twice-Daily Housekeeping

VIP Assistance

VIP Treatment

Valet Parking

Valet Service

Vegan Dining

WIFI

Wake Up Service

Wake-Up Call

Walking Trails

Welcome Drink

Welcome beverages

Wi-Fi

Wine Cellar

Wine Trail

Facilities

Baby Room

Ballroom

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Ballroom

Our stunning Riviera Ballroom offers a seamless blend of indoor elegance and outdoor charm. With five expansive double glass doors, the ballroom opens onto a covered, heated patio spanning 1,000 square feet, offering serene garden views. The total event space is 3,000 square feet and can be thoughtfully divided into 2,000 and 1,000 square-foot sections, providing flexible options for gatherings of all sizes. Conveniently located on the ground level, this space is perfect for unforgettable events that flow effortlessly between indoor sophistication and outdoor beauty.

Banquet Space

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Banquet Space

Banquet Space- INDOOR space= over 4,580 SQUARE FEET.

Bar

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Bar

Adjacent to The Dining Room and The Lounge, The Riviera Bar provides an intimate setting for up to 24 guests, ideal for cocktails, small receptions, or private gatherings.

Beach Nearby

Beauty Salon

Bicycle Rentals

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Bicycle Rentals

Guests are invited to enjoy our complimentary e-bikes, available on a first-come, first-served basis, for a stylish and effortless way to explore the beauty of Santa Barbara.

Boardroom Meeting Space

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Boardroom Meeting Space

El Encanto optimizes your meetings and incentives with four separate meeting rooms offering a combined total of 4,660 square feet of comfortable indoor space. The flexible 3,000-square-foot ballroom serves large gatherings and can be divided into two spaces when needed. All our spaces offer beautiful natural daylight, individual climate control, outdoor space and videoconferencing capabilities. For those interested in more festive events, the resort offers ideal facilities for memorable celebrations. Ask us about buying out the entire 92 Room Resort and all our spaces, including The Dining Room and Terrace, Lounge and Bar, and Pool are yours to use on an exclusive basis!

Boating/Sailing

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Boating/Sailing

Our on-site concierge is delighted to assist in curating this extraordinary experience, offering exclusive, tailored amenities and special offerings for our guests.

Breakfast Room

Bungalows

Car and Bicycle Rental

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Car and Bicycle Rental

Complimentary e-bikes for guests, first come first serve. Valet on propertyComplimentary town car up to 5 miles

Cardio Equipment

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Cardio Equipment

El Encanto's fitness center offers a well-appointed space with a variety of state-of-the-art machines, including Peloton bikes, treadmills, and strength-training equipment. Adjacent, the light-filled training studio features a mirrored wall and free weights, yoga mats, and a boxing bag, perfect for personal workouts, yoga, or functional training sessions. Guests can maintain their wellness routine while enjoying the serene ambiance of our Santa Barbara hillside setting.

City Tours, Theatre and Cultural Events

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City Tours, Theatre and Cultural Events

On-site concierge team to assist in curating a personalized itinerary

Courtesy Cars

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Courtesy Cars

Town car complimentary within a 5 mile radius

Cultural Events

Destination Services

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Destination Services

On-site concierge team to assist in curating a personalized itinerary

Fitness Center

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Fitness Center

El Encanto's fitness center offers a well-appointed space with a variety of state-of-the-art machines, including Peloton bikes, treadmills, and strength-training equipment. Adjacent, the light-filled training studio features a mirrored wall and free weights, yoga mats, and a boxing bag, perfect for personal workouts, yoga, or functional training sessions. Guests can maintain their wellness routine while enjoying the serene ambiance of our Santa Barbara hillside setting.

Fitness Program

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Fitness Program

Fitness and Yoga classes Thursday to Sunday

Gift Shop

Golf Nearby

Gym

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Gym

On property gym with peloton

High-Speed Internet Access

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High-Speed Internet Access

High Speed wireless Internet access

Hiking Trails

Horseback Riding Nearby

Infinity Pool

Jogging Trail

Library

Lobby Lounge

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Lobby Lounge

Yes

Lounge Area

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Lounge Area

Yes

Lush Landscaped Gardens

Massage Rooms

Massage Treatments

Meeting & Conference Facilities

Meeting Rooms

Non-Smoking Rooms and Suites

Outdoor Terrace

Poolside Services

Private Dining Areas

Private Meeting Facilities

Restaurant

Retail Shops

Retreat

Salt Water Pool

Shopping

Small Conference Facilities

Small Wedding Facilities

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Small Wedding Facilities

Arbor and Lily Pond: Frequented by butterflies and other wildlife, the Arborand Lily Ponds provide a serene escape for beautifulweddings or corporate events with a fairytale finish.

Snorkeling

Spa Treatment In Room

Spa Treatments

Steam Bath

Tennis Nearby

Wedding Facilities

Wine Room

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Wine Room

THE WINE ROOMSet amongst The Dining Room. This privateenclave is for celebrations and gatherings up to14 guests.

Yoga Studio
Stay A Little Longer - Discounted Rate & More!
Booking Window:
06/04/2025 - 12/01/2025
Travel Window:
06/04/2025 - 12/23/2025
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Stay A Little Longer - Discounted Rate & More!

Booking Window:   06/04/2025 - 12/01/2025
Travel Window:   06/04/2025 - 12/23/2025

Enjoy great savings when you book three consecutive nights at our Santa Barbara sanctuary. Your stay includes:

  • Elegant luxury accommodations
  • Full access to The Spa and state-of-the-art fitness facilities
  • Enjoy a special discounted rate when you stay three consecutive nights or more

Terms & Conditions: Offer requires a minimum three-night stay. The discounted rate is not applicable during select holiday periods or the festive season. Offer excludes our Signature Suites collection. Subject to availability. Valid on new bookings, not combinable with any other packages or promotions, not applicable to groups. Blackout dates may apply. Please inquire with your travel advisor for additional terms and conditions.


Exclusive Amenities

  • Full American Breakfast for up to 2 guests daily in the Dining room, The Terrace or In room Dining
  • $100 Resort credit, per room, per stay
  • Welcome Seasonal Amenity
The following amenities are subject to availability at the time of check-in/departure:
  • Upgrade
  • Early Check-In
  • Late Check-Out

2025  |  Suite Privileges

Combinable with Exclusive Amenities listed above. A two-night minimum stay applies for Suite Privileges.

  • US$100 Hotel/Resort credit, once per stay

  • Terrace Suite
  • Garden Bungalow Terrace Premier Suite
  • Vista Suite
  • Wishing Well Suite
  • Camelia Suite
  • Oak Tree Suite

Information and pricing is subject to change without notice, including changes in the currency exchange rate. All prices are per night, per room, double occupancy, unless otherwise noted. Prices may vary by day of travel, season, duration and are subject to availability at time of booking. Valid on new reservations, not combinable with other offers unless otherwise noted and not applicable to groups. Resort fees, gratuities and taxes are not included unless specified.

Check In: 4:00 PM
Check Out: 12:00 Noon

Information, amenities and pricing is subject to change without notice. While we do our very best to ensure that information and pricing appearing in this website is complete and accurate, we cannot be responsible for incomplete and inaccurate representations, which may or may not be under our control. In the event of an error, misrepresentation or omission, we reserve the right to make a correction. Note that during these unprecedented times, local government regulations may inhibit hotels from providing normal facilities and services, limiting the ability to provide the listed amenities/benefits.


 

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