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The Milo

3.5 star property

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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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

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Petite, Renovated)

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Petite, Renovated)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

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

View all photos for Suite, Accessible (Renovated)

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

Suite, Accessible (Renovated)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Renovated)

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Renovated)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Double Room (Santa Barbara)

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

Double Room (Santa Barbara)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Renovated)

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Renovated)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Santa Barbara)

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Santa Barbara)

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

View all photos for Family Suite (Renovated)

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

Family Suite (Renovated)

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

View all photos for Family Suite

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

Family Suite

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

View all photos for Room (Milo Mini)

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

Room (Milo Mini)

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (King ADA)

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (King ADA)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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)

More

  • 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

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 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

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 772 out of 1406 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 1406 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 199 out of 1406 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 100 out of 1406 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 1406 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

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Need to update the rooms. However lovely towels and bath products.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved it!! Will be back and already referring to Friends!!😀
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful and outfitted with very lovely hardware and decor. However, the room was totally impractical. There was no place to unpack, no place in the bathroom to leave personal care items, and no drawers in which to place clothes.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

6/10 Okay

Adrineh

Outdated
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyla

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pillows are actually uncomfortable. The location (across the street from the beach) and distance to restaurants is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Doris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice little getaway. I like that it was so close to the beach and state st. Their free bikes were a really nice plus we took them down to the beach then into state street. We also took advantage of the pool and jacuzzi. I will say the bathrooms do look like they’re due for a reno and the beach view we got from our room was not what i expected since it was a private beach view we had to have the
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose, Sun Valley

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great, relaxing place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

roberta

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s need to be remodeled, outdated rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean property
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right across the street from the beach, walkable to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Le

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time in SB and it was the perfect location with a beachside view and walking distance to the wharf, downtown, and the infamous FunkZone. Housekeeping was very prompt and kind. Only downside is that it is street parking and you’re also competing with other hotels, general public, and tourists. Valet is pricey $30/night but worth it to not have to worry about a parking spot every time you leave. Would highly recommend this hotel, we can’t wait to come back :))
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Carmella

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

8/10 Good

Rhii

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Needs a refresh on the rooms and if on ground floor you hear everything above but pleasant stay and nice staff. Looking out to the beach and has nice fire pits outside also. Only stayed 1 night so was acceptable but bed is a box spring mattress so not the best for longer stays.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great location Property under construction… was a tad loud Needed a continental breakfast and all day coffee/tea
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Arlis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very clean rooms and the property was well maintained and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefani

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

One night

Great stay and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Milo exceeded my expectations and it was a perfect place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025