US: Janis Clapoff has been appointed as general manager of Belmond El Encanto located in the Santa Barbara Hills, and will oversee its 92 cottages and suites.
Clapoff brings over 30 years of luxury. Hotel experience to her role, having held leadership positions at the Four Seasons Biltmore Santa Barbara, San Ysidro Ranch, Simpson House Inn, and the Ojai Valley Inn.
In addition to management of large-scale resorts, Clapoff has overseen several reconstructions and renovations, rebranding projects, and programming development. Under her direction, Lake Austin Spa Resort earned its title as Condé Nast Traveller’s 2019 #1 Destination Spa Resort in North America and #2 in the world.
Clapoff said: “I am excited to help our team lead this incredible landmark hotel to continued success. So many one-of-a-kind experiences are brought to life at Belmond El Encanto, and I look forward to sharing them with our guests and Santa Barbara community.”
Belmond El Encanto is set in seven acres of historic gardens with views over Santa Barbara and the Pacific Ocean. It offers a zero-edge pool, high-end fitness facilities, a spa, and coastal California cuisine.
Belmond Ltd is part of the luxury group LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. Its portfolio of 46 properties extends across 24 countries, comprising three luxury safari lodges, two river cruises, seven luxury trains, and the 21 restaurant in New York.
