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Brisas Del Mar, Inn at the BeachvsEl Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Both Brisas Del Mar, Inn At The Beach and Belmond El Encanto are rated very highly by expert writers. Overall, Belmond El Encanto is preferred by most professionals compared to Brisas Del Mar, Inn At The Beach. Belmond El Encanto is ranked #2 in Santa Barbara with accolades from 15 reviewers like Lonely Planet, goop and Forbes Travel Guide.
Brisas Del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Star Service
Gayot
Lonely Planet
U.S. News & World Report
223 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $177/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Pool
Star Service "This is Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn's snappier sibling—a smaller, attractive option with a more central location, lots of free perks and only slightly higher rates." Full review
Gayot "If you're looking for intimacy but don't want to pay boutique prices, this Spanish-style property offers a practical solution."
Lonely Planet "Big kudos for all the freebies (DVDs, continental breakfast, afternoon wine and cheese, evening milk and cookies) and the newer Mediterranean-style front section." Full review
U.S. News & World Report "The Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach is a small boutique property located about two blocks north of the beaches and within walking distance of downtown Santa Barbara, California." Full review
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Time Out Star Service
Frommer's Gayot
Travel + Leisure
Oyster
Jetsetter
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
goop Show All Reviews
800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $524/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Time Out "Marvel at the stunning views and serene privacy in this historic hilltop hideaway." Full review
Star Service "This hotel is tucked into a tony residential enclave, hovering above the Santa Barbara Mission, minutes from the pier, distinguished dining and State Street shopping. " Full review
Frommer's "The hotel has an intimate feel, with 92 luxury bungalows that overlook the city and the ocean, nestled among winding paths and gardens." Full review
Gayot "This French country-style hotel is set high in Santa Barbara's Riviera neighborhood on ten lush acres overlooking the town and Santa Barbara Channel." Full review
Travel + Leisure "We suggest making time for the farm-to-fork restaurant: the bounty of vegetables and herbs from the on-site garden... the aged white cheddar made with milk." Full review
Oyster Luxury
"A gorgeous historic landmark in the hills... that preserved its character while adding modern perks to luxury bungalows." Full review
Jetsetter "The crown jewel of Santa Barbara sparkles with lush gardens, a pool, spa and modern Cali cuisine." Full review
Afar Magazine "It was by far one of the best hotels we've stayed in the whole world over." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"This exclusive, one-time haunt of Roosevelt and award-winning Spanish Mission Revival-style gem is where old money Angelenos come to chill when LA gets too hot." Full review
goop "Perched on an olive tree-studded hillside overlooking the Pacific ocean, the Belmond El Encanto is more than deserving of its Forbes five-star accolades." Full review
