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The Milo

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July 2025

August 2025

Relax in this ocean-view seating area with wicker sofas, a metal table, and a refreshing drink station.

Situated on a charming street, this Mediterranean-style hotel features a flat roof, stucco walls, and a balcony with lush greenery.

Relax in our serene garden patio surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with tables and chairs for outdoor dining under shaded umbrellas.

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

Relax in a stylish living area with a curved sofa, leather armchairs, and a glass-top coffee table.

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Parking available
Laundry

Explore the area

202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

Santa Barbara Harbor
‪2 min walk‬
Santa Barbara City College
‪7 min walk‬
Stearns Wharf
‪8 min walk‬
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Petite, Renovated)

14 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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

30 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

23 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

28 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

Exceptional

26 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, Accessible (Renovated)

28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

30 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Very good

28 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Good

28 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Renovated)

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Double Room (Santa Barbara)

Excellent

26 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Renovated)

28 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Santa Barbara)

Wonderful

23 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Family Suite (Renovated)

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Double Bunk Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Very good

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Family Suite

Very good

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Room (Milo Mini)

Very good

14 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Very good

30 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (King ADA)

28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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Relax by the poolside fire pit amidst comfortable seating and lush palm trees.

Pool
Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

30 Jul - 31 Jul

About the area

Santa Barbara

With a stay at The Milo, you'll be centrally located in Santa Barbara, within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Bowl. .This beach hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Santa Barbara Zoo and 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from University of California, Santa Barbara.

What's nearby

Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Santa Barbara City College - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Stearns Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - ‬11 min walk
‪Moby Dick Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
‪Chad’s - ‬1 min walk
‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Milo

Salt air and 2 outdoor pools, near Santa Barbara Harbor

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. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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.

Dip into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include a fitness center. 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.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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 transport

Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 32 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
Gym
Hot tub
Paddleboard

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
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 (86 centimetre high)
Low-height counter and sink (86 centimetre high)
No lift
Raised toilet seat (48 centimetre 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 (74 centimetre high)

2 floors
6 buildings
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Banquet hall
Local artist showcase
Mediterranean architecture
Smoke-free property
Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

Designer toiletries
Dressing gowns
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 films

Food and drink

Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per accommodation, per night

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 32.00 per night (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
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

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Mangesh

17 Apr 2025

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

David

17 Apr 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Room comfort

An upmarket motel

We were only here for one night as part of a road trip. We were initially looking to extend our stay by a further two nights as when we arrived the service (valet and reception staff), facilities (gym and pool area) and location on the beach front were ideal. When I asked about extending, I was informed it’d be €735 dollars despite being able to get it for c$500 through hotels.com - odd! As we were there for only one night, decided getting a bigger place as the room was quite snug and I could only feel that we were out in the worst possible room. There was an ice machine outside our door which may as well have been in our room it was so loud. Then the cleaners and staff cupboard was directly next to our room so as they started their shift, we were awake! Not the one, sadly!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Travelled with family and small children

17 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

16 Apr 2025

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ervin

16 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Ofelia

Travelled with partner

15 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great location! Staff were very helpful and friendly. Nice decor and the room was clean. Loved that we can borrow bicycles for NO extra fee. Coffee, tv, & fridge were great. Despite all this, our room was small and the shower door seemed to be missing one side; still had a motel feel. The room was not worth the price, but the beach and wharf are right across the street. Valet parking was mandatory.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelly

Business traveller

14 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Travelled with family

14 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful property. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Room was nice but in the front so we had very loud street noise.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

14 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

13 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Matt

12 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Know before you go!

We were staying there for a wedding for three nights. The first night we did not have hot water, which took maintenance two hours to respond and we missed our dinner. The road noise that night was unbelievably loud, the next day we asked to be moved. They didn’t have anything to move us to. We checked out and they charged us for our one night stay. They did not offer any type of refund or credit.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

12 Apr 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

The shower had one door.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

11 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

8 Apr 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa D.

7 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pricey for quality

We have stayed here before, and it was a plesant experience. However, this time was not as good, so we will choose elsewhere feom the large number of places to stay in SB. At check-in time, there was only 1 front desk attendant, who was absent for at least 5 minutes while I waited. The whole process took 15 minutes, but most of that was wait time. The room was in a part of the complex we hadn't been in before. The acoustics were terrible, and we had constant noise of families walking up and down our hallway until we left for dinner. I fell asleep to noise that sounded like a circus next door. I can only imagine how it sounded to the peoe underneath them. I have no idea how the banging noises were created, but we heard them constantly. We did have a lovely ocean view feom our window, but the room was so small that there wasn't room for a chair and small table to sit at and enjoy it. Valet service was very effiecient, but we paid $400 for this room, and then $35 for parking. Next time I will stay at one of the motor lodges up the street, who don't charge for parking and include breakfast with the room. This place was basically a motor lodge in quality, except for the L'Occitaine toiletries. Its not worth the extra $100 for them.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Mason

Travelled with partner

7 Apr 2025

Liked: Staff & service, amenities

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

When we stayed at this hotel, we were given a room n the second floor where you could smell the mold and looked at the shower and it was moldy inside to the point we were grossed out and asked to be moved to a different room. The 2nd one was not that bad and it was a lot cleaner. Staff was very accommodating and friendly and took care of us. One thing I was surprised was the fact that Expedia said this hotel had laundry, but when we asked, they did not have any. I don’t think I’ll stay here again. It’s definitely not worth the money we spent.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alice

Travelled with pets

7 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

I love staying within walking distance to State street and the beach. The staff was very friendly and helpful and they treated me and my dog wonderful.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with family

6 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very friendly staff and an amazing location.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

John

6 Apr 2025

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No!

The area of our room was extremely noisy. There were people outside until around 2am. Just partying it up. Awfully hard to sleep with that much racket. I would not stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

4 Apr 2025

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Monica, San Diego

Travelled with family

3 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed for one night. It’s in a perfect location for walking to the pier, dinner, ice cream etc. The shower is a bit on the older side but it was fine. My only complaint was the bed was super uncomfortable. Even my husband agreed and he can sleep anywhere!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

3 Apr 2025

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Maxime

Travelled with partner

1 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

The pictures are deceiving, it is more of a motel like hotel. It is clean and convenient but I did not think my ocean view room would be on the corridor to access all the rooms

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

elena

Travelled with family

1 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This is a beautiful property in front of the Ocean. The Maritime Museum, Harbour, and Stearns Wharf are within walking distance. We enjoyed the hot tub and the heated salt water pool despite the weather

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Travelled with family

1 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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About the area

Santa Barbara

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

The Milo

Languages

Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transport

Food and drink

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

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Policies

Check-in

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