The Milo

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach hotel near Santa Barbara Harbor

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

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
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

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Petite, Renovated)

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 300 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

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

Suite, Accessible (Renovated)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Renovated)

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Double Room (Santa Barbara)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Renovated)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Santa Barbara)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite (Renovated)

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Bunk Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Suite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Room (Milo Mini)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (King ADA)

  • 297 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Oceanside stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Santa Barbara Beach hotel, you'll find Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara City College. 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
  • Santa Barbara City College - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.6 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
  • ‪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

3.5-star beach hotel near Santa Barbara Harbor
There's a snack bar/deli on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The Milo offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at The Milo. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-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.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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 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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
  • 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 32.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
  • 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 Jul 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Milo on Aug 3, 2025 start from $326.94, 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 12-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach and 15-minute walk from East 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 32.00 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

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 764 out of 1397 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 270 out of 1397 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 198 out of 1397 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 100 out of 1397 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 1397 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Leicester

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was lovely, really enjoyed staying here for our honeymoon. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Milo is very central and is walking distance to many restaurants. The staff was overall great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I grew up in Santa Barbara, so I know where everything is. This hotel has an amazing location where you can walk to downtown or the beaches. The bed and pillows were comfortable. It’s just a little bit outdated. The pool and Jacuzzi were nice. The pool was heated. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Gali

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Overall good stay at this property. It’s pet freindly lots of space for our puppy. Location is excellent. Amenities like the pool and the fitness center are great. However some areas like the room and surrounding areas could use some renovation a bit run down.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is older property but very clean and we liked the fact there were no carpets, the bedding and bed very clean and comfortable. Very important for us is was the "Location". Some of the simple added personal items to the room added a special touch. Thanks for a great visit!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Priscilla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and pool/spa were great. Our room was horrible. Besides being outdated, the shower water was impossible to regulate and our coffee maker didn't work. We had to call twice to get an extra blanket after 40 minutes.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leobardo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Close walk to dinning areas, beach is across the street well maintained property. Only down side is the check in staff member that greeted us didnt seem to happy and was sorta rude without any explanation on amenities around the property since it did look like there was alot to do.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mila

The view . Could be a little bigger the room and a little more updated Needs to have Queen beds and a better coffee machine ( bad coffee ) maybe a more new one a small Microwave for hot water maybe Need a more strong water in the shower
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Annie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

THERESA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel and very clean. The mini fridge made weird ghost noises which freaked out the kids at night… but overall it was such a nice Santa Barbara visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mangesh

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

David

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

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ervin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Ofelia

Traveled with partner
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

Justine

Traveled with family
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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Matt

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

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The shower had one door.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025