El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
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El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara Review
Situated at a distance of 3.1 km from the enchanting Santa Barbara Botanic Garden in Santa Barbara, the welcoming El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara features a shop and a lobby area. Guests can spend their days relaxing by an outdoor swimming pool or enjoying hiking and cycling arranged at this 5-star non-smoking hotel.
The El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara offers breakfast in the restaurant. The Dining Room and Terrace restaurant serves American cuisine and has a spacious terrace. To cater to every palate, it offers a gluten free menu. The lounge bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay.
The centre of Santa Barbara can be reached within 20 minutes' walk of the boutique-style property, and such cultural venues as Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History are merely 800 metres away. The pet-friendly El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, is also located within 300 metres of Riviera Theatre and within walking distance of Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church.
The welcoming accommodation is placed only a short drive from Green Mountains. El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara is about a 10-minute ride from Stearns Wharf Harbor.
The 88 rooms at the accommodation include a balcony and a seating area. Some of the rooms feature comfortable decor furnished with a cupboard and a work desk. Along with a coffeemaker and a minibar, these comfortable units offer high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for your comfort. Providing a rain shower and a sauna, the bathrooms are also appointed with a hair dryer and bathrobes. The units of this Santa Barbara hotel look out over the Pacific Ocean. In addition, guests are welcome to use a kitchen with a refrigerator and a washing machine in a bungalow.
Situated in the very heart of Santa Barbara, this luxury property is just a short walk down to Lasuen & Alvarado bus stop.
Guests also have access to a swimming pool and a sundeck for a fee. The El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, has a gym, aerobics, and a spa centre, and there is a treatment room, a sauna, and an outdoor swimming pool on site. The El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara has a fitness area. A day of pampering can include beauty treatments, body wraps, and body scrub, as well as visiting a wellness centre.
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Luxurious hip new hotel in a historic style building.
- Absolutely perfect location a 20-minute walk to Old Mission Santa Barbara Catholic Church.
- Nestled in a downtown area surrounded by a valley and a park.
- Beautifully maintained rooms available with a fireplace and a wonderful bathroom.
- Gorgeous breakfast on the deck.
- A fabulous restaurant serves local specialties.
- Wonderful beverages are included in some rates.
- Fantastic service provided.
- Rates are good.
- Some beds might be a bit lumpy and could use an upgrade.
- Occasional complaints about a few not experienced staff members.
Key Features
- outdoor swimming pool
- private parking
- free wifi
- family rooms
- spa and wellness centre
- fitness centre
- facilities for disabled guests
- tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- bar
- breakfast
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- HBO available
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Rollaway beds
Dining facilities
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shoe shine service
- Welcome drink
Relax
- Saltwater pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Make up services
- Fitness centre
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
- Aerobics
Activities for Kids
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Rocky Nook Park 820 m (2690 ft)
- Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden 1.49 km (4888 ft)
- The Historic La Arcada Courtyard 1.76 km (1.09 mi.)
- Santa Barbara Public Library System 1.64 km (1.02 mi.)
- Alameda Park 1.72 km (1.07 mi.)
- Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum 2.17 km (1.35 mi.)
- Santa Barbara Museum of Art 2.38 km (1.48 mi.)
- Stearns Wharf 3.48 km (2.16 mi.)
- Andalucia Building 870 m (2854 ft)
- Franceschi Park 1.30 km (4265 ft)