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 El Encanto Hotel

El Encanto HotelLocated on 7 acres of botanical gardens, very much appreciated, El Encanto Hotel offers a peaceful refuge, as well as outstanding views of the pacific ocean and nearby channel islands. Visitors appreciate the hotel and Garden Suites is located hillside above Mission Santa Barbara, valued throughout, just two miles from downtown Santa Barbara, and 10 miles from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport. El Encanto Hotel is a charter member of the Historic Hotels of America, highly regarded, a national trust historic preservation site. Built in 1911, and above all, the hotel has been a retreat for celebrities and the carriage trade seeking peaceful seclusion and energizing serenity. Framed in lush foliage, very much appreciated, each of the hotels 84 unique suites and villas are individually decorated to provide a private, peaceful oasis for romantic relaxation and productive business retreats. Facilities and services available at El Encanto Hotel include a renowned fine dining restaurant with outstanding cuisine and views of the pacific ocean, valued throughout, botanical gardens, outdoor swimming pool, natural light meeting space for up to 75 people, access to nearby championship golf courses, and the ambiance of El Encanto Hotel s early 20th century Spanish colonial revival and California craftsman-style architecture. The hillside suites offer a spacious, highly regarded, contemporary Mediterranean ambiance. Accommodations are California craftsman- or Santa Barbara Spanish colonial revival-style cottages, and above all, many with one or two bedrooms, a living room, dining room, fireplace, hardwood floors, pantry, patios and balconies. Amenities in all the rooms and suites include minibar, very much appreciated, coffee makers and natural aloe-based bath products. Nestled together, valued throughout, the hillside suites are ideal for groups. Several views are available, highly regarded, including mountain, garden, city and ocean views. All beds feature down comforters and pillows and fine duvets. Craftsman/Spanish Colonial style Renovation guestrooms - 2004. Year hotel opened - 1918 Number of guestrooms - 64 Number of suites - 20 Number of floors - 2 Wings/buildings in property - 20 Other accommodations - garden villas Unique features - secluded and private, valued throughout, historical architecture/ambiance, Calif.
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Cancellation policy

All reservation cancellations must be received 3 days prior to arrival date to avoid penalty of 1-night room charge. -Exceptions may apply during holidays, special events or conventions.

Guarantee policy

Guarantee to valid form of payment is required at booking. -Exceptions may apply during holidays, special events or conventions.

Hotel details

Babysitting / Small Pets Allowed / Banquet Facility / Bar / News Stand / Porters / Car Rental Desk / Newspaper - Complimentary / Message Service / Concierge Desk / Copy Service / Modem Data Port / 24-Hour Front Desk / Doctor On Call / Dry Cleaning / Microwave / Federal Express Service / 24-Hour Manager on Duty / Laundry Facility / Iron - Ironing Board / Internet Access / International Direct Dial / Golf / Laundry Service / Lounge / Luggage Storage / Maid Service / Mail and Postage / Massage / Meeting Facilities / Multilingual / Nonsmoking Room / Family Plan-Children Allowed / PC use including Internet / Phone Service / Handicap Facilities / Outdoor Pool / Computer Available / Outdoor Parking / Valet Parking / Restaurant / Room Service / Continental Breakfast / Safe Deposit Box / Safe / 24-Hour Security / Sightseeing Arranged / Computer Rental / Catering Services / Tour Desk / Tourist Information / Turndown Service / Business or Meeting / Villa / Wakeup Service / Full Breakfast / Air Conditioned Public Rooms / Ballroom / Razor Electrical Socket / Secretarial Service / Smoke Alarms in Public Rooms / Sports Available / Wheel Chair Access / Pool / Parking / Western Room Style / Laundry-Valet

General information

Rating : 4-Stars
Size : 84 rooms - 2 floors
Credit cards : 

American Express
Master Card
Diners Club
Japan Credit Bureau
Visa
Currency : USD
Check-in : from 3PM
Check-out : till 12PM

Features

Meeting Facilities
Elegance, serenity and professional service make El Encanto Hotel and Garden Villas a natural for weddings and social functions. Facilities for up to 80 people and small-to-medium-sized meetings and retreats offer sweeping ocean and garden views. Choose from four function rooms and stunning garden settings including the lily pond and wisteria-draped pergola, emerald lawns and picturesque terraces turn social occasions and meetings into milestone events. El Encanto Hotel and Garden Villas is ideally suited for weddings and social functions for up to 80 people, as well as small-to-medium-sized meetings and retreats. Meeting space features sweeping ocean and garden views, stunning garden settings and picturesque terraces. Typical events include retreats for a few corporate leaders or a gathering of 35 executives. The peace and tranquility of our secluded surroundings inspires breakthrough productivity. With only 84 accommodations clustered throughout 7 acres of botanical gardens, the hotel?s intimate size ensures each group will have the full attention of the hotels experienced meeting coordinator and expert staff. For additional information and availability, contact the hotel?s sales office.

Recreation Facilities
El Encanto features an outdoor swimming pool, located on the grand lawn adjacent to the main building. Food and beverage service is available, along with complimentary towel service, umbrellas, chairs and lounges. open from sunrise to sunset daily. Minimum Depth - 3 Feet / 0.9 Meters Maximum Depth - 9 Feet / 2.7 Meters No Lifeguard On Duty Water - Freshwater Heated - No

Dining Facilities
Unparalleled ocean views, old world elegance and classic cuisine and service have make El Encanto?s dining room a favorite with Santa Barbara residents since the hotel's inception 80 years ago. Gourmet magazine calls it *the most beautiful dining room in Santa Barbara*. Views of the pacific ocean and the nearby channel islands add a memorable touch to the magnificent California French cuisine. Breakfast Daily 0730-1030 Lunch Mon-Sat 1130-1430 Dinner Mon-Sat 1800-2100 Brunch Sundays 1100-1400 Dress Code - Smart Casual Child Policy - Children Welcome Entertainment - None Price Range - Breakfast - USD 15 Lunch - USD 25 Dinner - USD 50 Brunch - USD 31

Hotel facilities

  • Babysitting/Child Services
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Concierge
  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Free Parking
  • Golf
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Pool
  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Tennis
  • Laundry/Valet Services

Room facilities

  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Hairdryers Available
  • Mini Bar
  • Modem Lines in Room
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Free Newspaper
  • Pets Allowed
  • Television with Cable

 
 

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Location & area

Address

El Encanto Hotel
1900 Lausen Road
Santa Barbara

Nearby ...

  • Downtown Santa Barbara - 2 Miles :  - 2 Miles
  • Santa Barbara Airport :  - 10 Miles
  • Santa Barbara Mission :  - 5 Miles
  • Los Angeles Intl Airport :  - 90 Miles
  • Botanical Gardens :  - 8 Miles
  • El Paseo Historic Area :  - 3 Miles
  • Ganna Walska Lotusland :  - 8 Miles
  • Museum Of Art :  - 3 Miles
  • Museum Of Natural History :  - 3 Miles
  • Sailing Center :  - 3 Miles
  • Zoological Gardens :  - 8 Miles
  • Downtown Offices :  - 3 Miles
  • City Hall :  - 3 Miles
  • Vetronix Corp :  - 0 miles
  • UC Santa Barbara :  - 8 Miles

 
Area information

Distance from Santa Barbara Airport - 10 Miles , Distance from Los Angeles Intl Airport - 90 Miles, Distance from Downtown Santa Barbara - 2 Miles Unique among Santa Barbara Hotels, El Encanto Hotel features a Mediterranean-Style architecture located hillside in the exclusive Riviera Residential District above Mission Santa Barbara. With only 84 accommodations clustered throughout 7 acres of Botanical Gardens, guests can enjoy peace and tranquility and enjoy panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and The Channel Islands. - Airport - Santa Barbara Airport - 10 Miles N - Heliport - Santa Barbara Airport - 10 Miles N - Pier (Dock) - Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 Miles S - Railroad Station - Amtrak Station Santa Barbara - 3 Miles S - Bus Station - Greyhound Station - 2 Miles S - Metro Or Subway - None - Business District - Downtown Santa Barbara - 2 Miles S

Areas served : Santa Barbara, CA

Travel information

Santa Barbara Airport : Proceed southeast on Fowler Road (right turn when leaving airport). Turn right on William l Moffett Place. William l Moffett Place becomes Sandsprit Road. Take California Highway 217 north ramp. Merge onto Ward Memorial Boulevard. Take the exit on the left towards Santa Barbara. Merge onto US Highway 101 south. Exit at Mission Street. Turn left onto west Mission Street and proceed 1 mile. Turn left onto Laguna Street. Turn right at east Los Olivos Street. Make a slight right turn onto Alameda Padre Serra. Turn left onto Lasuen Road. Turn left onto Alvarado, hotel entrance is on the right.

Los Angeles Intl Airport : Exit airport using Century Boulevard eastbound. Proceed about 1 mile to Interstate 405. Take the I-405 north onramp. Proceed on -405 north and take the Highway US 101 exit north toward Ventura. Stay on US 101 for about 80 miles. Exit US 101 at Mission Street. Turn right on west mission street and proceed 1 mile. Turn left onto Laguna Street. Turn right at east Los Olivos Street. Make a slight right turn onto Alameda Padre Serra. Turn left onto Lasuen Road. Turn left onto Alvarado, hotel entrance is on the right.

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