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The Milo

4.0 star property

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A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.
A hotel room with a large window, two chairs, a small table, and a lamp.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the beach and sailboats.
A two-story building with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden with flowering plants and a tree.
An aerial view of a courtyard with palm trees, a tiled roof, and geometric patterned seating areas.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is $308
$270 nightly
$308 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1

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202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite (Renovated)

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall with a bird mural.

Suite (Renovated)

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Renovated)

A bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a wall with a bird pattern.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Renovated)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Renovated)

A modern bedroom with two beds, a ceiling fan, and a wall with a bird mural.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Renovated)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

A modern bedroom with two beds, a ceiling fan, and a wall with a bird mural.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Suite (Renovated)

A bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a wall with a bird pattern.

Family Suite (Renovated)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Renovated)

A room with a wall featuring a bird pattern wallpaper, a standing lamp, and a woven chair.

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Renovated)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View (Renovated)

A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a window with a view of the beach, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View (Renovated)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Petite, Renovated)

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a wall with a crane mural.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Petite, Renovated)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Renovated)

A bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a wall with a bird pattern.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Renovated)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

A room with a wall featuring a bird pattern wallpaper, a standing lamp, and a woven chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (ADA)

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a wall with a crane mural.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (ADA)

  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

A stay at The Milo places you in the heart of Santa Barbara, within a 10-minute walk of Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor. .This beach hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Santa Barbara County Courthouse and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • West Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Barbara City College - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mother Stearns Candy Co. - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Milo

The Milo offers 121 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Stay in one of 121 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This Mediterranean hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of The Milo.
Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach toys
  • Fenced pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet (34 inches high)
  • Low-height counter and sink (34 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat (19 inches high)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (29 inches high)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 160 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 45 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 40 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 160 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Hotel Oceana
Hotel Oceana Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara Oceana
Oceana Hotel Santa Barbara
Oceana Santa Barbara
Oceana Santa Barbara Hotel
Santa Barbara Hotel Oceana
Santa Barbara Oceana
Santa Barbara Oceana Hotel
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Hotel Milo
Milo Santa Barbara
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara Hotel
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara Santa Barbara
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara

The Milo Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 994 out of 1614 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 1614 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 182 out of 1614 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 98 out of 1614 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1614 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bhavani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location by the beach, walking distance to shopping and good restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely beachside resort! Great amenities, bikes, beach chairs - excellent getaway stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay at the Milo. Would stay again if we find ourselves back in SB
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great last minute stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DOUG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable location was fantas
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marshall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone from the front desk to valet was very friendly and helpful. Great location and plenty of nice places to chill on the property. If you want a great experience and enjoy the beach vibe, this is the place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ocean view was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can’t wait to come back!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and you can't beat the location. The only real downside was the bathroom is tiny.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to the art galleries we wanted to see
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sooooo incredible!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim and Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about The Milo
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute, boutique hotel on the beach. Staff were very friendly Easy check in. Nice fire pits with s'mores available.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this hotel and in a good location. Staff is very responsive and grounds are well kept. It’s down by the harbor and beaches so nice views.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a great location! Clean and super cute hotel! The pools are small but that’s the downside! Very dog friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Malaika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our beachfront view room! It was charming, clean and comfortable. The staff was kind and helpful. We wished we could have stayed longer and look forward to returning!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fantastic, lots of great amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and comfortable. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The valet staff was especially friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Great experience, service and location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff, easy check in
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely vibes, friendly staff, location is so convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026