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Montecito InnvsEl Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Both hotels are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Belmond El Encanto is preferred by most professionals compared to Montecito Inn. Belmond El Encanto ranks #2 in Santa Barbara with accolades from 15 sources such as Gayot, Lonely Planet and Oyster.
Montecito Inn
Lonely Planet
Star Service
Rough Guide
U.S. News & World Report
1295 Coast Village Rd., Santa Barbara, CA 93108
From $155/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet "For lodging, the three-story Montecito Inn is a friendly Mediterranean-style retreat founded in 1928 by a group of investors headed by Charlie Chaplin."
Star Service "This is a stylish and unassuming hotel with a colorful history." Full review
Rough Guide "Charming, Spanish Revival inn with a wide range of rooms and rates, from quaint, basic units to elaborate suites, plus pool, sauna and jacuzzi."
U.S. News & World Report12.0
"The Montecito Inn embodies the coastal elegance that's often associated with 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
