FAQs & policies
Answers to the questions our guests ask most about El Capitan Canyon.
How do I reserve a room at El Capitan Canyon?
Choose your dates and guests in the reservation box and select Reserve your stay. You will see availability and the total price for your dates before anything is confirmed, at the best available rate with no booking fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times at El Capitan Canyon?
At El Capitan Canyon, check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Is El Capitan Canyon pet friendly?
El Capitan Canyon does not accept pets.
Is parking available at El Capitan Canyon?
Yes — El Capitan Canyon offers free parking for guests.
Does El Capitan Canyon have Wi-Fi?
Yes — free Wi-Fi is available at El Capitan Canyon.
Is breakfast included, and is there a restaurant at El Capitan Canyon?
At El Capitan Canyon, there is a restaurant on the property and there is a bar.
What is in the rooms at El Capitan Canyon?
Rooms at El Capitan Canyon include pool, concierge service, heating, sofa beds, sleeper sofa and pool outdoor.
Does El Capitan Canyon have a pool or spa?
Yes — El Capitan Canyon offers a pool and spa.
Is El Capitan Canyon wheelchair accessible?
Accessible features at El Capitan Canyon include wheelchair accessible, step free shower and ADA compliant.
Where is El Capitan Canyon?
El Capitan Canyon is in Santa Barbara, California. The Map page shows the exact spot.
What is there to do around El Capitan Canyon?
Guests at El Capitan Canyon can enjoy snorkeling and surfing.
Is El Capitan Canyon smoke-free?
Yes — El Capitan Canyon is a smoke-free property.
What are the hours at El Capitan Canyon?
At El Capitan Canyon: pool hours: 10 am-7 pm daily; bar hours (The Canyon Market Garden): Sat 4-7 pm; Fireside Acoustic Friday’s: Fri 4-6 pm.
What should I know before I book at El Capitan Canyon?
At El Capitan Canyon: free parking; Free Wi-Fi.
How far is El Capitan Canyon from the airport?
From El Capitan Canyon, Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is about 11 miles away and the nearest major airport, Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport, is about 97 miles away.
Is El Capitan Canyon close to the water?
Yes — El Capitan Canyon is within 1.9 miles of the coast.
What time zone is El Capitan Canyon in?
El Capitan Canyon is on Pacific time — check-in and check-out times on this page are local times.
Can I see photos of El Capitan Canyon?
Yes — the Gallery page has 209 photographs of El Capitan Canyon, and the Rooms, Dining and Amenities pages show the photos that belong to each.
How will I know my reservation at El Capitan Canyon is confirmed?
Once you complete your reservation, we send your confirmation to the email address you entered — keep it as your record. If you choose to connect the inbox that email arrives in, the confirmation is recognised automatically; that connection is read-only and can be removed at any time.
Are the rates on this page the best available?
Yes. Reserving directly gives you our best available rate for your dates with no booking fees, and the total price is shown before you confirm.
Policies at a glance
Hours, check-in & check-out
- Check-in from: 4:00 PM
- Check-out by: 11:00 AM
- Pool hours: 10 am-7 pm daily
- Bar hours (The Canyon Market Garden): Sat 4-7 pm
- Fireside Acoustic Friday’s: Fri 4-6 pm
Policies & good to know
- Free parking: yes
- Free Wi-Fi: yes
Reserve your stay
Choose your dates and confirm your stay at El Capitan Canyon at the best available rate, with no booking fees.
Rates shown are indicative and confirmed at checkout. Availability and total price for your dates are shown before you reserve.