El Encanto, Santa Barbara

fiddlefig tree a month ago

This hotel is probably one of the best hotel I get to experience, the garden/landscaping is really really beautiful and well kept. The service is top notch. Valet parking, house keeping, restaurant. I have to say, the food at the restaurant is really really good and the price is not too bad. We had brunch and dinner here and both times the food is really really good our servers had been amazing and the housekeeping is super detailed . The only thing that I didn’t give the room 5 star is I think that for the premium it is I feel like the room could have something more maybe some fresh florals or something but I think I’ll give the roll 4.5/5 instead of 4. The location of this hotel is unbeatable as well. It’s literally like 5-7 minutes drive to downtown Santa barbara! Very very convenient! Me and my friends are definitely coming back here again!!! Especially on special occasions!

Andrew Luckoff 2 months ago

Amazing property that is under new ownership who is actively investing in and improving. Feels like you are in Italy. It is sprawling with beautiful landscaping and scenery. The rooms are modern, clean, and comfortable. The staff are amazing - welcoming, resourceful, kind and hospitable. Food is great and so fresh. It’s a comfortable place to relax, between the pool, fireplaces, lobby, and deck. Located conveniently in the middle of Santa Barbara. We have stayed at some amazing hotels all over the world and the El Encanto is high up there. Nothing beats their hospitality.

Kenan Borekci 2 months ago

We had a wonderful & relaxing stay at El Encanto last week. The hotel is beautiful, with stunning grounds, prime location, and just excellent service that made it the perfect stop during our World Cup road trip. A special thanks to Adile at the front desk, who is on exchange from her hospitality school in Switzerland. She was very helpful, friendly, and professional throughout our visit. She’s a great addition to the team and deserves recognition. Highly recommend this gem! 💎

Oscar Castellon 3 months ago

El Encanto was absolutely amazing. My fiancée and I stayed there this weekend, and everything about the experience was perfect. The location and views were fantastic, and the hotel itself is beautiful, peaceful, and elegant. Our room was spacious, comfortable, and beautifully designed. But what truly made our stay unforgettable was the service. From the valet to the front desk and every staff member we interacted with, the customer service was outstanding. Everyone had a great attitude, made us feel welcomed, and went above and beyond. Most importantly, I have to give a special thank you to James. All I can say is: call James from Concierge, he is the man! I had planned a special surprise for my now-fiancée, and James not only delivered, but exceeded every expectation. He helped with all the specific details, communicated clearly, and provided amazing customer service from start to finish. He truly did an outstanding job and helped make one of the most important moments of our lives even more special. Thank you, James, and thank you to the entire El Encanto team. We will definitely be returning.