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El Encanto opened on New Year's Eve 1918 in Santa Barbara and has been hosting the American elite ever since: Clark Gable, Hedy Lamarr, and Carole Lombard were early regulars. It occupies a beautiful hillside estate with bungalows connected by garden paths, a wonderful pool, and the gracious service that the original guests would always have expected.
El Encanto opened on New Year's Eve 1918 in Santa Barbara and has been hosting the American elite ever since: Clark Gable, Hedy Lamarr, and Carole Lombard were early regulars. It occupies a beautiful hillside estate with bungalows connected by garden paths, a wonderful pool, and the gracious service that the original guests would always have expected.
a long weekend, a week
Clark Gable and Hedy Lamarr were early regulars. Now a Belmond property.
lovers, city trippers, design lovers
8:31 AM
Ditch the wake up call and make a slow start to the day. Order eggs however you like them with coffee – it's really good here.
10:08 AM
There's a farmers' market most days in the city, but we recommend heading downtown on Saturdays. Grab colourful fruits to snack on or foodie gifts to take back home.
12:39 PM
After a tour of Old Mission Santa Barbara's sweet chapel, picnic in the gardens. The hotel will pack a basket, including DIY lobster rolls. Or, grab a pizza from Rusty’s, it’s a classic.
3:12 PM
You're just a 40 minute drive away from some of the best wineries in the region, so go tasting at Solminer – their pét-nat is divine.
5:00 PM
One of the best views in the hotel is from the infinity pool – dive in or opt for a massage at the spa.
8:00 PM
The Dining Room serves dishes under twilight skies. Start with oysters, then the Abalone from Our Neighbor plus Capellini pasta – always with wine, of course.
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Serene garden views.
2pers.
33m2
The plush king-size bed.
3pers.
42m2
Distinct woven headboards.
4pers.
61m2
A furnished terrace balcony.
3pers.
84m2
Cosy charming fireplace.
3pers.
56m2
Stunning Santa Barbara views.
3pers.
65m2
concierge
airport car service
on requestparking
complimentaryvalet parking
complimentaryBicycles
complimentaryEV charging
shuttle
Babysitting
Room service
daily servicing
dailyoutdoor swimming pool
Spa
Hair salon
Sauna
Kid's Club
indoor swimming pool
Gym
Hot tub
800 Alvarado Place, CA 93103 Santa Barbara, United States
4:00 PM / 12:00 PM
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Ingredients are locally sourced, prioritising organic and seasonal produce, reducing the farm-to-table menu's carbon footprint.
El Encanto is working towards Ocean Friendly certification, conserving fresh water, eliminating single-use plastics and sourcing sustainable seafood.
With a 90% waste conversion rate, the progressive hotel focuses on regenerative practices.