El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara is a 5-star independent resort in Santa Barbara, CA, situated within a 5-minute drive of Mission Santa Barbara and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park. The property comprises 92 individually decorated guestrooms, including 22 suites, offering guests a distinctive stay in the heart of the city.

Each guestroom features a flat-screen television, iPod docking station, and premium bedding with down comforters. Rooms include complimentary wireless internet, cable programming, and bathrooms appointed with bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests consistently rate room comfort at 4.8 out of 5 stars.

The Dining Room serves Californian cuisine at one of the property's two restaurants, with room service available during limited hours. A bar and lounge and poolside bar provide venues for casual refreshment, and full breakfasts are offered daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

El Encanto Santa Barbara features a full-service spa offering massages, body treatments, and facials. Recreation and wellness amenities include an outdoor pool, sauna, and 24-hour fitness center. A complimentary beach shuttle provides direct access to the sand and surf. The property also offers yoga classes, free bicycles, concierge services, and a garden terrace. Pets are welcome, with up to two per room permitted.

Located 1.5 miles from the Santa Barbara Museum of Art and 3.5 miles from the Santa Barbara Zoo, the property sits near Upper State Street and other cultural landmarks. Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is 9 miles away, approximately 15 minutes' drive. The location has earned a 4.7 out of 5 rating from guests across 507 reviews, with 89.8 percent recommending the property.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM, with flexible arrival times available. Standard check-out is 12:00 PM. The resort is a smoke-free, pet-friendly property with 24-hour front desk service, valet parking (surcharge), and comprehensive accessibility features including wheelchair access and assistive listening devices.

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA): 9 miles / 15 minutes Airport Transfer Costs: Taxi - $35 - $40 Private car - $95 - $100 Limousine - $165 SUV - $150 Shuttle - $32

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Overnight valet parking is available for $40.00.

• 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
• This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

• An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Pets are welcome.

• Pet friendly

• You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Resort fee: $72.80 per accommodation, per night The resort fee includes: Additional inclusions Concierge service Fitness center access Pool access Shuttle service Spa access We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Fee for full breakfast: approximately $30 per person Secured valet parking fee: $40 per night (in/out privileges) Pet fee: $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: $57 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

• Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
• One child 17 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
• Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
• The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
• A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
• Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
• Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.