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Harbor View Inn vs El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Both hotels are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Belmond El Encanto scores significantly better than Harbor View Inn. Belmond El Encanto scores 95 with approval from 15 reviews like Lonely Planet, Mr & Mrs Smith and Frommer's.
Harbor View Inn
Star Service
Rough Guide
Gayot
Forbes Travel Guide
U.S. News & World Report
28 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $285 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service
"This place offers a backdrop of updated early-California design for all ages. The well-groomed grounds and hot, hot, hot tub are big benefits."
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Rough Guide
"One of the more appealing luxury hotels around, offering on-site restaurant and bar, pool and jacuzzis and elegant rooms with patios or balconies."
Gayot
"In terms of proximity to Santa Barbara's most popular tourist destinations, it doesn't get more central than this."
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"If you're looking for a taste of the best of old California, look no further than Harbor View Inn."
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U.S. News & World Report
5.0
"Recent guests said the Harbor View Inn's location is its main selling point."
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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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