Belmond El Encanto Est. Prior to 1930
800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara, California
- Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
- Valet Parking
- Wifi
- Dining Chairs
- Dining Tables
- Onsite Restrooms
- The Scene:
- Our property is located in Santa Barbara's American Riviera, nestled on seven-acres of gloriously landscaped gardens with sweeping views of Santa Barbara and the Pacific Ocean from its commanding hilltop perch.
- Design:
- California Craftsman architecture and Spanish Colonial Revival Villas dot the lush terraced grounds. Along with our historic trellised lined Arbor and lily Pond.
- Riviera Ballroom:
- The Ballroom is 3,000 square feet, with five glass doors that lead out to a covered heated patio area and lush gardens.
- - Max Capacity: 300- Reception, 160- Dinner
- - Price: Join the party and sign in to view pricing
- Channel Islands Room and Terrace:
- Channel Islands Room and Terrace is a private indoor outdoor space on the top level of the main building on the property.
- - View: Channel Islands boasts panoramic veiws of Santa Barbara and the pacific ocean.
- - Max Capacity: 150- Reception, 65- Dinner
- - Price: Join the party and sign in to view pricing
- Arbor and Lily Pond:
- The Arbor and Lily Pond is an all outdoor location.
- - View: Lush gardens
- - Max Capacity: 200- Reception, 150- Dinner
- - Price: Join the party and sign in to view pricing
- Food, Restaurants, Cafes:
- The Dining Room features artisanal ingredients and exceptional flavors blend to create an unforgettable dining experience. Executive Chef Leo Andres Ayala treats you to inspired California Coastal cuisine.Each dish is created with locally-sourced seasonal produce. Expect herbs directly from the chef's garden and Belmond El Encanto cheese, each block made from the milk of Ellie, the resort's cow.
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This iconic luxury hotel has been meticulously restored to capture all the romance and glamour that endeared it to both the local Santa Barbara community and visitors alike.
- Photographer: Courtesy of Belmond El Encanto
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- Photographer: Ann Sage
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Belmond El Encanto Pool
- Photographer: The A List
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Modern additions to the expansive outdoor swimming pool and new beautifully appointed boutique spa enhance the El Encanto journey for today's luxury-seeking guest.
- Photographer: Courtesy of Belmond El Encanto
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- Photographer: Ann Sage
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Bungalows
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Suites
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Suites Living Room
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Specialty Suites
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- Photographer: Lisa Eats World
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Iconic 1920's California Hotel.
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- Photographer: Melissa Musgrove Photography
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- Photographer: Melissa Musgrove Photography
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- Photographer: Melissa Musgrove Photography
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- Photographer: Melissa Musgrove Photography
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- Photographer: Melissa Musgrove Photography
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California Craftsman architecture and Spanish Colonial Revival Villas dot the lush terraced grounds.
- Photographer: Whitney Darling
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- Photographer: Whitney Darling
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Our property is located in Santa Barbara's American Riviera, nestled on seven-acres of gloriously landscaped gardens with sweeping views of Santa Barbara and the Pacific Ocean from its commanding hilltop perch.
- Photographer: Whitney Darling
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- Photographer: Whitney Darling
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Belmond El Encanto is the only Forbes Five Star property in Santa Barbara.
- Photographer: Whitney Darling
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- Photographer: Whitney Darling
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Channel Islands Room and Terrace is a private indoor outdoor space on the top level of the main building on the property.
- Photographer: Whitney Darling
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- Photographer: Whitney Darling
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The Dining Room features artisanal ingredients and exceptional flavors blend to create an unforgettable dining experience.
- Photographer: Whitney Darling
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- Photographer: Whitney Darling
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Executive Chef Leo Andres Ayala treats you to inspired California Coastal cuisine. Each dish is created with locally-sourced seasonal produce.
- Photographer: Whitney Darling
![Belmond-Encanto-26 Belmond El Encanto](https://d3emaq2p21aram.cloudfront.net/media/cache/venue_gallery/uploads/2016/03/Belmond-Encanto-26.jpg)
- Photographer: Whitney Darling
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Expect herbs directly from the chef's garden and Belmond El Encanto cheese, each block made from the milk of Ellie, the resort's cow.
- Photographer: Whitney Darling
![Belmond-Encanto-3 Belmond El Encanto](https://d3emaq2p21aram.cloudfront.net/media/cache/venue_gallery/uploads/2016/03/Belmond-Encanto-3.jpg)
The Ballroom is 3,000 square feet, with five glass doors that lead out to a covered heated patio area and lush gardens.
- Photographer: Whitney Darling
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- Photographer: Whitney Darling
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- Photographer: Whitney Darling