Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara DowntownvsEl Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Both La Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Barbara Downtown and Belmond El Encanto are praised by professional reviewers. Overall, Belmond El Encanto is preferred by most reviewers compared to La Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Barbara Downtown. Belmond El Encanto is ranked #2 in Santa Barbara with accolades from 15 publications like Hideaway Report, Lonely Planet and Jetsetter.
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
1601 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $97/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Fitness Center
- Family Friendly
Oyster
Mid-Range
"This mid-range, 70-room hotel is reminiscent of another era." Full review
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara 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 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." 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