El Encanto, a Belmond Hotel

Perched high in the hills of Santa Barbara, El Encanto offers a serene escape with a stunning view of the Pacific. This 92-room estate features 7 acres of gardens, an expansive outdoor swimming pool, a state-of-the-art fitness studio offering personal training and private hikes, and a boutique spa focused on fresh, local botanicals. A private terrace in one of the enchanting California-style bungalows or cottages is the perfect vantage point to see the sunset, then enjoy California wines, fish caught daily from the shores below, and ingredients grown in the onsite garden. And don’t miss unique guided experiences like their sound-bath meditation, hilltop picnic, and al fresco movie night. 

Photo: Belmond