El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara

Nestled above the Pacific Ocean in the foothills of the Santa Ynez Mountains, El Encanto, a Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara, invites you to unwind and draw inspiration from this vivid sensory oasis.

Seven acres of rolling scenery surround you with exquisite flora, citrus aromas, and an endless panorama of ocean and mountains.

With its origins as a Hollywood escape, today El Encanto finds a new harmony with create California, through fascinating cuisine, a celebration of the arts and uplifting wellness experiences.

When staying in El Encanto's architecturally historic Craftsman and Spanish revival cottages, one views and experiences an illuminating, esoteric side of California, connected by a remarkable array of sights and sounds, scents, touches, and tastes.

Location

Nestled between lush green mountains and a crystal blue sea, El Encanto sits atop a Santa Barbara hill just minutes away from exquisite restaurants, fine galleries, boutique wineries and the beautiful California coast. Santa Barbara’s reputation as the American Riviera is well-earned by the temperate weather and sophisticated ambiance of this Mission Canyon city.

Accommodations

90 Suites & Bungalows infused with the textures and hues of the West Coast, each Bungalow or Suite brings the best of the outdoors inside. Private Bungalows boast king-size beds, marble bathrooms, garden seating and soothing heated stone floors. Suites offer added levels of luxury, with charming open-hearth fireplaces or patios to unwind on in privacy.

The Spa and Fitness Center

The Spa at El Encanto is a serene 4,500-square-foot oasis featuring seven spacious treatment rooms, including a couples room and a wet treatment room. Guests revive with an assortment of seasonal, organic and specialty body and facial treatments that enchant as thoroughly as our lush setting. The serene, co-ed relaxation lounge invites surrender. Lavish mens and ladies lounges offer steam rooms, showers, private lockers, vanities and dressing areas. The pampering concludes with a selection of detox teas enjoyed on the outdoor patio.

Those seeking nail services will find expert professionals along with manicure and pedicure stations that merge fun and primping for your whole party. In essence, The Spa at El Encanto offers a charming setting for releasing your stress or spending an afternoon with friends.

Complimentary access to the fitness center includes:

• Cutting-edge cardio equipment
• TRX training system
• Kinesis fitness products
• Complimentary daily fitness classes and stellar personal training