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El Encanto, Santa Barbara

4.6(882)
Hotel

About

Perched above the Santa Barbara coastline, El Encanto blends historic charm with modern luxury across lush gardens and terracotta rooftops. Its serene hillside setting offers sweeping Pacific views, ideal for focused meetings or relaxed team retreats.

The hotel features elegant rooms, suites, and bungalows alongside versatile event spaces that accommodate intimate gatherings or larger corporate functions. On-site dining serves seasonal, coastal-inspired cuisine in a refined atmosphere, completing a seamless hospitality experience.

Best for

  • Executive offsites with ocean views
  • Intimate client dinners in elegant settings
  • Multi-night group stays with luxury amenities

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Hillside retreat with sweeping Pacific views
Setting
Hillside retreat with sweeping Pacific views
Located above the Santa Barbara coastline, El Encanto offers tranquil gardens and terracotta rooftops with panoramic ocean vistas visible from elegant indoor and outdoor event spaces.
Infinity pool and lush garden grounds
Outdoor Amenities
Infinity pool and lush garden grounds
The hotel features a serene infinity pool surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens with winding pathways and fragrant jasmine, creating a peaceful atmosphere for breaks or receptions.
Upscale restaurant with seasonal, coastal-inspired menu
Culinary Experience
Upscale restaurant with seasonal, coastal-inspired menu
Dine indoors or under the stars on the ocean-facing terrace, enjoying a menu praised for creativity and freshness, including highlights like fresh-baked sourdough and expertly prepared short ribs.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 882 reviews