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El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara vs Franciscan Inn & Suites
Both properties are praised by writers. Overall, Belmond El Encanto ranks significantly higher than Franciscan Inn & Suites. Belmond El Encanto scores 95 with endorsements from 15 sources like Time Out, Hideaway Report and Gayot.
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Time Out
Star Service
Frommer's
Gayot
Travel + Leisure
Oyster
Jetsetter
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
goop
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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."
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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. "
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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."
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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."
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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."
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Oyster
Luxury
"A gorgeous historic landmark in the hills... that preserved its character while adding modern perks to luxury bungalows."
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Jetsetter
"The crown jewel of Santa Barbara sparkles with lush gardens, a pool, spa and modern Cali cuisine."
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Afar Magazine
"It was by far one of the best hotels we've stayed in the whole world over."
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The Telegraph
9.0
"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."
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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."
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Franciscan Inn & Suites
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Gayot
Fodor's
109 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $95 /night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Pool
Frommer's
"The Franciscan is situated in a quiet neighborhood just a block from the beach, near Stearns Wharf."
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Lonely Planet
"Settle into the relaxing, French-country charms of this two-story motel about one block from the beach."
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Gayot
"A Spanish-Mediterranean facade and willowy palm trees belie no-frills accommodations at this 53-room property."
Fodor's
"The friendly staff and the range of cheery, spacious country-theme rooms, from singles to mini- and family suites, at this Spanish-Mediterranean motel make this a good choice for families."
