Title: El Encanto Santa Barbara Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # El Encanto Santa Barbara ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/26196657.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property preview](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/097574B4C664712B04FC90568A475D63/e9caf671-4a8d-4e61-b094-2845065f17a8-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1080) ![42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/95d6eafb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/5ef1682c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Suite, Terrace | Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/w834h1024x7y0-b8389f85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Luxury 9.4 ### Exceptional ### Elegance with breathtaking Santa Barbara views Perched atop Santa Barbara, this luxurious retreat offers stunning views reminiscent of Italy. Unwind in serene pool areas surrounded by lush greenery, and savour great food in well-appointed rooms. ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Bar - Pool - 24/7 front desk - Pet-friendly - Spa £477 includes taxes & fees 21 Dec - 22 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 1 - Dec 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=20448&PinnedHotelID=20448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=20448&PinnedHotelID=20448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 2 - Dec 3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=20448&PinnedHotelID=20448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=20448&PinnedHotelID=20448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=20448&PinnedHotelID=20448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=20448&PinnedHotelID=20448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=20448&PinnedHotelID=20448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=20448&PinnedHotelID=20448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 19 of 19 rooms ![Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/f62a77c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/7fb96cdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Camellia) ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Bungalow (Garden) | Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/b68ab163.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bungalow (Garden) ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds HDTV - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Suite (Hummingbird) | Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/baf2af47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Hummingbird) ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/4bbb32f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 Bedroom ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds HDTV - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/be41cd65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 King Bed ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/9fab4f07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premier Room, 1 King Bed ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds HDTV - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace | Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/e17c19fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace | Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/1aa085f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds HDTV - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Premier Suite, Terrace | Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/34193e45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premier Suite, Terrace ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/f8ba8ea1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, Terrace ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds HDTV - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/4bbb32f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds HDTV - Sleeps 5 - 2 King Beds ![Suite (Vista) | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/de8ecc3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Vista) ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds - Ocean view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/847f1412.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Wishing Well) ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/847f1412.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Wishing Well) ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/135fe69c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Vista) ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds - Ocean view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/be41cd65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Oak Tree) ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds - Sleeps 5 - 2 King Beds ![Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/7fb96cdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Camellia) ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20448/9328ea94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ## You may also like Ad ![Sports facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18000/17955/fe7af377.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort Santa Barbara Beach - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Barbara-Hotels-El-Encanto-Santa-Barbara.h20448.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Barbara-Hotels-El-Encanto-Santa-Barbara.h20448.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.43880%2C-119.70338&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2I2kR2mgC_L30JZeOi_qEp1CgIc=) 800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103 #### What's nearby - Mission Santa Barbara - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Santa Barbara Natural History Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Santa Barbara Bowl - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles - Santa Barbara Museum of Art - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles #### Getting around - Santa Barbara Station - 15 min drive - Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 17 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive - ‪CAJÉ - ‬4 min drive - ‪IHOP - ‬3 min drive - ‪Secret Bao - ‬4 min drive - ‪Garrett's Old Fashioned Restaurant - ‬20 min walk ## About this property ### El Encanto Santa Barbara Luxury boutique hotel near Mission Santa Barbara Located close to Santa Barbara Museum of Art and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, El Encanto Santa Barbara provides a poolside bar, a terrace and shopping on-site. Adventurous travellers may like the fitness classes at this hotel. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage, aromatherapy or hydrotherapy at Spa at El Encanto, the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and Californian cuisine. Yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; the property also has a garden, a fireplace in reception and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as conference space and a sauna. You'll also find perks such as: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Full breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and valet parking (surcharge) - An electric car charging station, express check-out and supervised childcare (surcharge) - Concierge services, ATM/banking services and pet-sitting services Room features All 92 individually furnished rooms offer comforts, such as free international calls and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes. Extra amenities include: - Childcare services and free infant beds - Hypo-allergenic bedding and down duvets - Heated floors, eco-friendly toiletries and baths or showers - 42-inch HDTVs with streaming services and premium channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, eco-friendly cleaning products and toasters ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in EarthCheck – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy. ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18380000/18374100/18374097/12b7ea7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Californian Santa Barbara Beach - Pool - Spa - Pet-friendly - Restaurant 9.2 Wonderful 927 reviews £606 includes taxes & fees 14 Dec - 15 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=18374097&PinnedHotelID=18374097&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523800/523758/9d3c9fd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Goleta - 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Secured valet parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges) ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 30 per person - 2 restaurants - A bar/lounge - A poolside bar - Coffee and tea in common areas - Couples/private dining ### Restaurants on site - The Bar - The Dining Room - The Lounge - The Pool - The Terrace ### Things to do - 24-hour gym - Evening entertainment - Fitness classes - Free bicycle rentals - Full-service spa - Outdoor pool - Sauna - Shopping - Yoga classes ### Family friendly - Fenced pool - In-room babysitting - In-room cot - Microwave on request - Outdoor pool - Supervised activities for children (surcharge) ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Free newspapers in lobby - Gift shop/newsstand - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service - Wedding services ### Business services - 32,292 square feet of conference space - 7 meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - In a state park - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace - Vegetable garden ### Full-service spa - 7 treatment rooms - Aromatherapy - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Couples treatment rooms - Deep-tissue massages - Facials - Hydrotherapy - Manicures/pedicures - Outdoor treatment areas - Reflexology - Spa open daily ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in room - Assistive listening devices - Braille/raised signage - Hardwood flooring in room - No lift - Visual fire alarm ### More - 2 floors - 32 buildings - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% organic food - Ballroom - Banquet hall - Biodegradable coffee stirrers available - Biodegradable drinking straws available - Built in 1918 - Colonial architecture - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Fireplace in lobby - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Smoke-free property - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Down comforter - Free cot - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Pillow menu - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Heated bathroom floor - Shampoo - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels - IPod dock - Streaming services ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Espresso maker - Free bottled water - Late-night room service - Microwave on request - Minibar - Toaster ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Desk chair - Eco-friendly toiletries - Free daily newspapers - Free international calls - Free local calls - Free long-distance calls - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board - Laptop workspace - Laptop-compatible safe - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 175 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 57.0 per night. Free cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Resort fee: USD 72.80 per accommodation, per night The resort fee includes: - Additional inclusions - Concierge service - Fitness centre access - Pool access - Shuttle service - Spa access We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 30 per person - Valet parking fee: USD 40.00 per night (in/out privileges) - Pet fee: USD 175 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: USD 57.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available Parties and events are allowed on site Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation A car is not required for transport to and from this property Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision ### Property is also known as Belmond El Encanto Belmond El Encanto Hotel Belmond El Encanto Hotel Santa Barbara Belmond El Encanto Santa Barbara Belmond Encanto El Encanto El Encanto Belmond El Encanto Hotel And Garden Villas Belmond El Encanto El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara Hotel El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara Santa Barbara El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara ## Frequently asked questions ### Does El Encanto Santa Barbara have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at El Encanto Santa Barbara? > As of 1 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Encanto Santa Barbara on 21 Dec 2025 start from £476.73, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-El-Encanto-Santa-Barbara.h20448.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is El Encanto Santa Barbara pet-friendly? > Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 175 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at El Encanto Santa Barbara? > Valet parking is available for USD 40.00 per night. ### What time is check-in at El Encanto Santa Barbara? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at El Encanto Santa Barbara? > Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Where is El Encanto Santa Barbara located? > This family-friendly Santa Barbara hotel is located by the ocean, within 2 mi (3 km) of Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Santa Barbara Zoo and Lotusland are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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