el Encanto Santa Barbara

United · States

Leading Hotels

Perched in the hills overlooking Santa Barbara, El Encanto is a Spanish Colonial-style retreat originally built in 1918. Terraced gardens, an zéro-edge swimming pool, and a commanding view of the Pacific Ocean define this iconic hideaway, complete with a natural-fed spring. Restored to its original grandeur, the hotel features 92 bungalows and suites, blending historic charm with modern amenities. The spa using local ingredients from the region.

El Encanto - Santa Barbara, United States : The Leading Hotels of the World

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Rates & booking

Live rate

€896 / night

Lowest available room, taxes and fees included — one night, two adults, sampled about 30 days ahead. Suites and peak dates cost considerably more.

30-day average

€959

Save 14%

Indicative rate observed for the night of 17 September 2026, lowest room category, 2 adults, taxes and fees included. Booking.com resets the dates on affiliate entry, so set 17 September 2026 on their date picker to see the same room — availability and rates change by the hour.

Every rate we have on file

SourceRate / nightObservedBook
booking€8962026-08-18View on Booking.com →

Rate history (3 readings): €896 (08-18) · €1034 (08-17) · €947 (08-17)

The Sanctuary perçoit une commission sur certaines réservations effectuées via nos partenaires (Booking.com, programmes affiliés CJ), sans surcoût pour vous. Les prix affichés sont mis à jour quotidiennement et restent ceux du marchand.

The house

Architect / Designer
Wimberly Allison Tong & Goo
Signature treatment
Botanical Brightening Facial
Signature dish
Pan-Seared Scallops with Uni Risotto

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