The Milo

4.0 star property
4-star beach hotel near Santa Barbara County Courthouse

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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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

Suite, Accessible (Renovated)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Renovated)

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Renovated)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Ocean view
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Petite, Renovated)

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Premier King Room with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

Milo Mini

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Santa Barbara King

  • Sleeps 2

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 6

King Ada Room

  • Sleeps 2

Santa Barbara Double

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe King (Renovated Room)

  • Sleeps 2

Family Suite Renovated

  • Sleeps 4

Renovated Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Ocean View King Renovated

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Sofa Bed Renovated

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Two Queens Renovated

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe Two Queens Renovated

  • Sleeps 4

Premier Ocean View King Renovated

  • Sleeps 2

Petite Queen Renovated

  • Sleeps 2

Ocean View King Sofa Bed Renovated

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe Two Queens Ada Renovated

  • Sleeps 4

Standard King Ada Renovated

  • Sleeps 2

King Room with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Oceanside stay.You'll be steps from West Beach and within a 10-minute walk of Santa Barbara City College with a stay at this Santa Barbara Beach hotel. MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Carriage and Western Art Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 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
  • Leadbetter Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rudy's Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Milo

4-star beach hotel near Santa Barbara County Courthouse
There's a snack bar/deli on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. As a guest of The Milo, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, and complimentary bicycles. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at The Milo. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 121 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 6 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • 1 conference room
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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
  • Paddleboard

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

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

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: USD 40 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 160 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 45 lbs 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Milo to the airport?

The Milo is 10.5 mi (12-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Milo?

As of Mar 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Milo on Mar 15, 2026 start from 245.18, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Milo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Milo.

How close is The Milo to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from West Beach and 12-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Milo offer free breakfast?

The Milo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Milo?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Milo?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Milo?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 40 per night.

Does The Milo have a pool?

The Milo features 2 outdoor pools. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does The Milo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Milo to downtown Santa Barbara?

The Milo is 1.2 mi away from Santa Barbara.

The Milo Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 897 out of 1533 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 1533 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 1533 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 98 out of 1533 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1533 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angel, Chula Vista

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’re family of 11 and stayed in 3 family suites. Jeremiah, a real nice person, helped us assign to the same building close to the main lobby. Other Milo staff are equally impressive when it comes to customer service. They are very attentive to our needs. Patios are so nice and cozy for the family to hang around especially at night. We truly enjoy our family Thanksgiving holiday at Milo.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean Room. Nice people. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I loved my ocean view room. It was adorable, clean and comfortable. Valet was a breeze. The entire staff was so friendly. I appreciated how the lobby provided filtered water. The pool was cute. And I enjoyed a glass of wine next to the fire pit at night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very attentive and the room was very comfortable and clean. Lots of great outdoor tables and nice big open green space.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Asha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff and valet, pretty room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Youngil

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs are very kind!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

yuqi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and nice staff. Free coffee and S’more
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Asha

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
always one of my favorite hotels. Beautiful views, fire tables, nice staff, comfortable beds. And of course the amazing location!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful and so kind. Everything is very pet-friendly. The room was clean and a great size with the most comfortable bed/mattress I've ever slept on. The view from my room was incredible. The only negative I experienced was that the wifi was very slow in the room and it would take a long time for things to load, but I wasn't there for business so I didn't really need it. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Elena, Los Angeles

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
*The hotel is advertising this room as having a sea view and charging almost double compared to their other rooms. In reality, the room is directly on a main street, and the noise from the cars is so intense that the bed literally shakes every time a vehicle passes. It’s impossible to sleep. The air conditioner is even louder than the street noise, so turning it on doesn’t help either. The shower is also very poorly designed — the water pressure is extremely weak, and the shower door is constructed in a way that you can easily catch or injure your fingers between the glass and plastic frame. It feels unsafe. Overall, the room does not match the description or the price, and the noise level makes it unusable for rest.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room. The walls were a bit thin, so it wasn’t super quiet when people would walk by or cars would pass through the parking lot, but besides that it was amazing! Really cute Boutique type of hotel. Front desk was easy to get a hold of as well.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Consuella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful room and service. Friendly staff. Beautiful and convenient location.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gerilynn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a cute spot to be at for our 3 day getaway for our anniversary. We booked the ocean view room which was beautiful. I would have given 5 stars but the room was right next to the Main Street and we heard all the cars passing by. I can only imagine during the busier months. But other than that the staff was absolutely amazing and when our water wasn’t warming up, they were ready to get it fixed right then and there. Just took a long time for the water to warm up. They had smores every night and multiple bon fire pits. We ended one of our nights by the fire w snores and wine. I would definitely rebook but maybe not an ocean view room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Fabiana, Brooklyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place Just the ocean view is ok but remember you are on first floor and windows looking into the street with people walking and cars
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

CARA, Los ANGELES

Traveled with partner
Excellent rooms and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arleen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pilar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great. We booked an ocean view room, which was nicely renovated and even had access to a semi-private rooftop terrace. Everything was clean and the room and property had everything we needed. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherene

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025