See inside El Encanto Hotel, the luxury property in the Santa Barbara hills that LVMH just sold for $82.2 million.

See inside El Encanto Hotel, the luxury property in the Santa Barbara hills that LVMH just sold for $82.2 million.

LVMH has just sold its only U.S. hotel, the five-star El Encanto nestled in Santa Barbara enclave, to Tinder founder Justin Mateen for $82.2 million.

El Encanto, now a member of the prestigious Leading Hotels of the World portfolio, will remain open year-round during the transition, offering uninterrupted guest services. The hotel’s ...

Justin Mateen, Tyler Mateen and Cayton Family Acquire Historic El Encanto Hotel Provided by GlobeNewswire Jul 8, 2025, 10:49:00 AM ...

Very few possess the authenticity and rich history of El Encanto. This property embodies the essence of California living and offers an experience like no other hotel on the Central Coast.” ...

Santa Barbara Icon Purchased from LVMH, New Era of Stewardship to Honor Soul of Landmark Property SANTA BARBARA, Calif., July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Justin Mateen and Tyler Mateen, in ...

Santa Barbara Icon Purchased from LVMH, New Era of Stewardship to Honor Soul of Landmark PropertySANTA BARBARA, Calif., July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Justin Mateen and Tyler Mateen, in partnership ...