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Name of Hotel : El Capitan Canyon
Address : 11560 Calle Real
: Santa Barbara, CA, United States - 93117
Phone : 805 685 3887
Fax : 805 968 6772
Hotel Description
El Capitan Canyon is located 17 miles west of Santa Barbara. The camp property features the comforts of home, among a grove of oak and sycamore trees, along El Capitan Creek. The property features 100 luxury cedar cabins, the El Capitan Canyon Market and Deli, a heated pool, and five circular and meeting structures called yurts. Yurts have many windows, which filter an abundance of natural light. Property amenities include the beach, hiking trails, and bike paths. Bikes are available at no charge on a first come first serve basis. Ocean kayaking, horseback riding, and surfing lessons can be arranged. Scheduled activities including yoga and story telling are available. Guest cabins feature full bathrooms, kitchenettes, private picnic tables, and fire pits. There are also 26 spacious 12 by 14 foot safari tents, built on raised wooden decks. Guest accommodations feature a variety of bedding options including a king-size bed, queen-size bed, or bunk beds. Cabin amenities include linens, towels, and down comforters. Bathroom facilities with showers are conveniently located for Safari Tent campers in nearby buildings.
 
Credit Cards

Accepted forms of payment-

  • American express
  • Discover card
  • Mastercard
  • Visa
 
Dining

Beachside bar cafe -

  • cuisine type -
  • Location - on property
  • Distance from hotel -0.0mi / 0.0km 10 miles south lunch dinner casualsea food oyster barcalifornia cuisine a fun surf turf with a on the beach location 

Chili's Grill Bar-

  • Cuisine type -
  • Location - on property
  • Distance from hotel -0.0mi / 0.0km 7 Miles south in the camino real market place lunch dinner casual mexican/american. Restaurant and sports bar kid friendly

Chevy s -

  • Cuisine type -
  • Location - on property
  • Distance from hotel -0.0mi / 0.0km 7 Miles south in the camino real market place lunch dinner casual tex/mex homemade tortillas with great drink and food. 

Kashima sushi -

  • Cuisine type - japanese
  • Location - on property
  • Distance from hotel -0.0mi / 0.0km10 miles south near ucsb lunch dinner casual sushi/japanes a new great sushi place.

The good earth restaurant bakery-

  • Cuisine type -
  • Location - on property
  • Distance from hotel -0.0mi / 0.0km 10 miles south near ucsb breakfast lunch dinner
  • casualcalifornai cuisine with healthy natural ingred s great family restaurants and delicious bakery.
     
 
Extras/Options

Meal plans
Meal plan - no complimentary meals are provided.
 

  • AAA diamond rating 
  • Star rating - 3 Stars
  • Mobil rating - Stars
 
Facilities
  • Gift shop -lounge / bar area
  • Pet policy- No pets are allowed.
  • Some facilities may include a charge
 
Hotel Description

Nestled between The pacific ocean and the Santa Ynez mountains lies EL Capitan ranch an incredible beach side canyon resort located fifteen minutes north of downtown Santa Barbara.built in 2001 EL Capitan canyon offers creek side cabins with full baths and designer tents with down filled comforters wet bar private fire pit just to name a few and an unbelievable back to nature experience.the canyon boasts fifteen miles of Back country hiking and mountain biking as well as ocean sports kayaking surfing swimming scuba diving fishing and outdoor heated pool.conference facilities include one of a kind yurt meeting room that can accommodate from 2 to 200 people.amenities included in room spa service on site gourmet canyon market seasonal jazz dinner concert series and an extensive Children's program.come and experience a place so unique so close to nature yet with a level of comfort that is unsurpassed in the realm of outdoor recreating at a truly affordable price. we are a luxury camping resort offering cedar cabins and safari tents and not a traditional hotel. EL Capitan canyon is an outdoor lodging property offering cedar cabins and safari tents and not a traditional hotel.

 
Meeting Rooms
  • Meeting rooms - 1
  • Largest seating capacity - 200
  • Smallest seating capacity -
 
Policy

Tax and service charge policy - No service charges

  • Checkin - 16 00.
  • Checkout - 11 00

Reservation confirmation policy -

  • Guar resv all reservations must have a credit card
  • Guarantee guar rule c/c guarantee required at the time of booking. 

Cancellation policy -Cancel at least 2 days prior to arrival 

Exceptions may apply during holidays/special events or conventions - see rate rules.

Early checkout policy - Early check-in policy upon availability. free
 

 
Recreation
  • Boating
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Jacuzzi
  • Jogging track
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa
  • Contact hotel for information
  • -recreation facilities may not be on-site and charges may apply.
 
Room Descriptions

A2t -

Deluxe safari tent with queen bed. Tent decor includes a hard wood floor bedside tables with a small front porch. Includes canvas deck chairs and outdoor eating area with a fire pit and grill. There is bedding and towels for two people. Canvas cots available upon request. All tents are located a short distance from the creek and have screened windows with adjustable canvas coverings. Front door is also screened in and can be adjusted as needed.

Std -

Cabin bunks include a bathroom w/shower and a wet bar with refrigerator and freezer. There is a microwave and coffeemaker firepit grill and and outdoor eating area. The cabin is located a short distance from the creek and has a beautiful view of the canyon. Cabin has a charming cedar interior with hardwood floors and upscale cabin furnishings.

Mod -

canvas available or bring your own. The adventure tent comes with a hardwood floor and private firepit and outdoor eating area but no additional furniture included. All tents are located a short distance from area. They have several screened windows and adjustable canvas coverings. The tent door opens completely and can be screened in if needed.

Stu -

Deluxe creekside cabin with queen bed. Loft available that can accommodate two children. Sleeping pads are included in the loft but without any additional bedding. The cabin includes a bathroom w/shower wet bar with refrigerator and freezer. Plus a microwave and coffeemaker there is a private outdoor firepit and grill with eating area the cabin is located near the creek and has double French doors. It also has a covered porch and a beautiful view of the canyon. The cabin decor is a very charming cedar with hardwood floors and upscale cabin furniture.

A2k -

Two room cabin with king bed plus sofa bed in the living room. Includes a wet bar with refrigerator microwave and coffeemaker there is a full sized bathroom and private outdoor grill with eating area.

A2q -

Standard guest cabin with queen bed. Small loft can accommodate two children. Two sleeping pads include but without additional bedding. Included is a bathroom w/shower wet bar refrigerator microwave and coffeemaker. Plus a private grill and eating area. The cabin is located near the creek and has a view of the canyon. The decor is a very charming cedar interior with a French door hardwood floors and upscale cabin furniture.

C1k -

Standard guest cabin with king bed. Includes a gas fireplace stove and jacuzzi. Also includes a wet bar w/refrigerator microwave coffeewave and a bathroom w/shower. There is a private firepit and grill w/eating located outdoors. The cabin is located near the creek and has a view of the canyon.

 
Safety
  • 24 Hour security
  • Linked to fire dept
  • Basic medical equipment
  • Dead bolts
  • Exit doors auto lock
  • Public fire detectors
  • Room fire detectors
  • Fire extinguishers in halls
  • First aid available
  • Overnight security
  • Patrolled parking areas
  • Safety compliant
  • Room windows open
  • Public areas sprinklers
  • Staff first aid trained
  • Uniformed security.
 
Services
  • Copy service - USD
  • Local calls - USD
  • Some services may include a charge
 
Transportation
  • Santa Barbara municipal airport - 7.0 miles / 11.3km
  • Los Angeles international airport - 90.0miles / 144.8km
 
Property Amenities
On Site : Free Parking
Off Site : Golf
On Site : Childrens Program
On Site : Business Center
On Site : Babysitting
On Site : Business Services
On Site : Concierge Desk
On Site : Conference Rooms
On Site : Medical Services
On Site : Lounge/Bar
Some Rooms : Handicap Rooms
On Site : Jacuzzi/Hot Tub
On Site : Spa
On Site : Secured Parking
On Site : Restaurant
 
Property Vicinities
» Cultural District (S  - 15 miles)
» Santa Barbar Harbor (S  - 15 miles)
» Santa Barbara Mission (S  - 15 miles)
» Santa Ynez Wineries (N  - 15 miles)
» University Of California (S  - 3 miles)
 
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