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The Milo

Property class: 4

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A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.
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A room with a view of the sea, featuring two chairs, a table with a bottle and glasses, and a lamp.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the beach and sailboats.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a plant.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
$245 nightly
The current price is $280 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30

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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)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite (Renovated)

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a plant.

Suite (Renovated)

  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of palm trees through the window.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of palm trees through the window.

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Suite (Renovated)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a standing lamp, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a wall with a bird mural.

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

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

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

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)

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table, a ceiling fan, and a large window with a view of the beach.

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

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

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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
(5 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside lamp, a small table, a wicker stool, and a wall with a bird mural.

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

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

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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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet (34 inches high)
  • Low-height counter and sink (34 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Null
  • 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

  • Bed sheets 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
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • 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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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. 1005 out of 1615 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1615 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 187 out of 1615 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 91 out of 1615 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1615 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and hotel. Would definitely come back and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing location and beautiful grounds
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel close to everything walking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice room and pool!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was great ! Location is perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quaint, excellent location, grounds, landscaping, pools and bikes were fabulous
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, amazing staff! Very comfortable stay, close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very nice and well located property, walking distance to shops,lots of dinning options and of course the beach/pier
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing location, super nice rooms and amazing staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel and pet friendly. Right across from the beach. Would recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was very helpful. Beautiful location across from the beach. A very relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Milo is a well maintained and conveniently located boutique hotel. The amenities are excellent and the rooms are beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What a sweet hotel, staff, the restaurant, the location, the room...sweet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice gardens and touches like the evening smores
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Had a wonderful experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service We have a great time Thank you and will be looking forward to seeing you soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Loved the rooms and all of the outdoor areas to hang out.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Always a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A plus for being pet friendly. Love the location, close to State Street, Stearns Wharf, Harbor, FunkZone the Beach. All within walkling distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Beautiful property, great location and excellent customer service, but the rooms were very small, even the king deluxe
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, beautiful property, quiet, excellent location!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location and helpful staff. Very clean. Overpriced for the type of hotel and rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a great place to stay to be right near the ocean! Staff were super helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We love staying at the Milo, close to everything always clean and nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026