Cozy Hideaways: El Encanto

With 90 suites, bungalows, and rooms nestled atop a hill in Santa Barbara, El Encanto guests are welcomed by a restored facade highlighting its original 1920s Spanish-colonial style with a California craftsman twist. It’s a sight draped in bougainvillea that is sure to take your breath away.

Once inside, it’s even more obvious why visitors fall deeper in love. From the community’s decadent farm-to-table food options and relaxing spa treatments to their tranquil gardens and zero-edge swimming pool, the hotel lives up to its name, which can be loosely translated to “the charm.”

Step inside with our founder, Nancy, to take a peek inside at the laid-back luxury of which she simply cannot get enough.