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The Milo

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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 offering a view of the beach and sailboats.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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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
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Suite (Renovated) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Suite (Renovated)

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Suite (Renovated) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Family Suite (Renovated)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Petite, Renovated)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (ADA) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

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

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Milo

At The Milo, relax at one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools, or spend the day on the nearby beach where you can enjoy volleyball.
The Milo offers 121 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, 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 a hairdryer. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis 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.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Milo. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Stearns Wharf. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 outdoor pools and a snack bar/deli.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes complimentary bicycles and volleyball
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the beach
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. Cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools at The Milo, and enjoy amenities such as complimentary bicycles and a hot tub.

There's a snack bar/deli on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This Mediterranean hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

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 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • 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 (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)

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

  • 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

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 aged 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: USD 40 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 160 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 45 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 40 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD160 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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. 1002 out of 1617 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1617 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 182 out of 1617 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 97 out of 1617 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1617 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aiyun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, super nice rooms and amazing staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Loved the rooms and all of the outdoor areas to hang out.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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

10/10 Excellent

Shanae

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

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is perfect
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at the Milo, close to everything always clean and nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed everything about it. Very nice stay. Would book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aayush

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities and beautiful beach views
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

Mai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Milo was great! Super dog friendly, clean, close to the beach and pier and walking distance to everything! Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view and upgrades. Love this hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Hotel,
Stayed 2 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

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

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

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night while traveling north. It was very relaxing and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 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

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, bike rentals were easy to secure. Pools were great. Will def be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 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

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