El Encanto
Santa Barbara, California, United States · 5 Star Hotel
El Encanto Dog Friendly Review
El Encanto is certified dog friendly under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank D. Above Santa Barbara it keeps its dog welcome quiet but genuine.
Most of the rooms are dog friendly, and dogs are welcome on the terrace. A dog bed and real food and water bowls are provided, free treats are laid on, and there are toys too, so your dog is properly equipped on arrival. There is no weight or size limit, so large breeds are welcome, and the pet policy is published.
The gaps are the outdoor and service side. Dogs are not welcome in the bar, restaurant or lounge, there is no garden, dedicated dog space or nearby green space listed, and no poop bags are provided. There is no guidance on local walking routes, no dog walking, sitting or grooming service, and no emergency vet number kept at the desk. Cats are not accepted.
The dog fee is $175 per pet, with no damage deposit, and up to two dogs may share a room.
Roch Score: 16/77. Meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. This hotel has been evaluated, ranked and reviewed using the Roch Standard, the world’s first dog friendly standard for the hotel industry. We gathered data directly from the hotel and benchmarked it against thousands of other hotels to accurately and fairly derive its rank.
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This hotel was last certified on 8 July 2025.
El Encanto With Your Dog · Pet Policy
Is El Encanto dog friendly?
Yes. El Encanto meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank D rating. Most of its rooms are dog friendly, so getting a room for you and your dog is rarely a problem.
Is there a pet fee at El Encanto?
Yes. El Encanto charges a pet fee of $175 per pet. There is no additional deposit. It is always worth confirming the current pet fee when you book, as charges can change from time to time.
How many dogs can stay per room at El Encanto?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at El Encanto, which makes it a practical choice for households travelling with more than one dog. It is always worth confirming the details with the hotel when you book.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at El Encanto?
No. El Encanto has no weight limit, so dogs of every size are welcome. From the smallest lap dog to the largest breed, your dog's size will never stand between you and a room.
Where are dogs allowed in El Encanto?
Dogs are welcome in the terrace at El Encanto. We would always suggest keeping your dog on a lead and settled in these shared spaces, out of courtesy to other guests.
What amenities does my dog get at El Encanto?
El Encanto provides a dog bed, food and water bowls and free treats for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.
Is El Encanto pet-friendly?
El Encanto welcomes dogs. We hold no confirmation that it accepts cats or other animals, so check with the hotel before bringing any pet other than a dog. It also meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank D rating.
Are pets allowed at El Encanto?
Yes. El Encanto allows dogs to stay. There is no weight limit, so size is not a barrier. Tell the hotel you are travelling with your dog when you book, so they can prepare the right room for you both.
What Roch Dog rank does El Encanto hold?
El Encanto holds a Rank D rating from Roch Dog, on our scale of A+ to F. It meets all six minimum requirements of the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. The rank comes from an independent assessment of the hotel's dog policy, fees, facilities and services, and no hotel can pay to change it.
What is the pet policy at El Encanto?
The pet policy at El Encanto covers the essentials: a pet fee of $175 per pet applies, up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the terrace. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.