The Milo

3.5 star property
Waterfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools, near Santa Barbara Harbor

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View (Renovated) | View from room
Terrace/patio
Property entrance
Lobby
Santa Barbara Beach hotel, Hotel Milo Santa Barbara, offers a tranquil escape with sun loungers and beach volleyball on the premises. Relax in the spa tub or take advantage of free WiFi to stay connected. Previous guests have raved about the beach locale and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Fitness center
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Valet parking
  • Hot tub
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is CNY1,783
CNY2,036 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4

Room options

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Showing 21 of 21 rooms

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Petite, Renovated)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, Accessible (Renovated)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Renovated)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Double Room (Santa Barbara)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Renovated)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Santa Barbara)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite (Renovated)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Designer toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Bunk Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Suite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Room (Milo Mini)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (King ADA)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

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 Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 47 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 16 min drive
  • Goleta Station - 17 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

When you stay at The Milo, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Bowl. Guests can take a dip in one of 2 outdoor pools, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Other highlights at this Mediterranean hotel include a fitness center, a snack bar/deli, and free bike rentals. The helpful staff and beach location get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 121 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 45 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Uncovered onsite valet parking (USD 32.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Beach toys
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool
  • Paddleboard on site

What to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Bicycle tour information
  • Beach access
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 6 buildings/towers
  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Hot tub
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Water dispenser
  • Banquet hall
  • Mediterranean architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 29
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Raised toilet seat height (inches): 19
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Lowered counter and sink height (inches): 34
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Toilet grab bar height (inches): 34
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per accommodation, per night

Parking

  • Uncovered valet parking costs USD 32.00 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

Does The Milo offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Milo does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Milo?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Milo?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 45 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 35 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Milo?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 32.00 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Milo?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Milo and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like volleyball and cycling. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include 2 outdoor pools and a fitness center. The Milo also has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around The Milo like?

The Milo is located on the waterfront in Santa Barbara Beach, a short 9-minute walk from Santa Barbara Station and 8 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.

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The Milo Reviews

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

Popular mentions

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Beach
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Shower
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What guests liked

  • The property offers a convenient and beautiful beach location with many rooms offering stunning ocean views. (108 reviews)
  • The heated pool was a highlight, with many guests praising its quality and enjoying the relaxing experience it provided. (24 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located near many excellent dining options, including Chadds and Toma's. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful location, great hotel...just leave the car and walk to beach, shopping and restaurants
John, 3-night trip

6/10 Okay

It is very conveniently located to the beach, the restaurants and tasting rooms.
Katleen, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Really nice place in a beautiful location.. Staff was super friendly as well.
Robert, 7-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good location.
Jakub, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The most perfect location, comfortable, and wonderful amenities.
Mindy, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location, facilities and surroundings. A perfect place to relax and explore the area.
Elizabeth, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent view.
Robert, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great customer service & beautiful property
Angelina, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

It’s a motel
Lusine, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The property as very nice and quiet ! It’s directly across from the beach and some great restaurants !
Beatrice, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Location was great. Clean rooms, courteous staff.
Stefanie, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Loved the beachfront location and ability to use the property’s bikes to explore the local area. The room was comfortable and had plenty of space for our one night stay. We only used one pool area but found it clean and warm. Really lovely stay and would definitely return!
Jennifer, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Great location on the seafront. Rooms were well appointed and clean. Staff were very helpful. The smoores on the seafront were a nice touch. One of the rooms air conditioning didn't work properly, thankfully the weather was cooler so it wasn't a problem.
Nigel, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Friendly staff excellent service
Mohammed, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Loved this hotel!! We’ve always wanted to stay here and I’m so glad we finally did! Such a cute and quaint place, conveniently located across from the beach and within walking distance to the funk zone and lots of great restaurants. Definitely will be back!
Zoee, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Really superb service. I am glad they are doing a full renovation of the rooms and think it will vastly improve once complete. the fire pits are lovely and the staff really looks after their guests.
Niki, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We absolutely loved the location!
Alexis, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay. Beautiful and super clean. Location is amazing
Tabassom, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place to relax, go for beach run or walk to town. Skip the crowds.
jesse, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Location and staff
Todd W, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful property. We stayed at rooms 152 and 158, and they were excellent. Not sure of other rooms. These were renovated. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Also, they have complementary bikes, beach toys, boggie boards, etc.
Herbert, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Warm, welcoming staff. A relaxing experience with two pools and beach right out front!
Gerard, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Property was conveniently located. Friendly, accommodating staff. Enjoyed the evening smores. Rooms were outdated but overall a great stay.
Patricia, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great, relaxing place.
Cole, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

Old property, way too expensive. Motel quality
Natalia, 2-night trip