The Milo

3.5 star property

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Exterior detail
Lobby
Property entrance
Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View (Renovated) | View from room
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Room (Milo Mini)

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

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

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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

Double Room (Santa Barbara)

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Santa Barbara)

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (King ADA)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Accessible (Renovated)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Renovated)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Suite (Renovated)

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

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Petite, Renovated)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

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

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About this property

The Milo

Waterfront hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
At The Milo, relax by an outdoor pool or hit 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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a fitness centre and complimentary bicycles.

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 Santa Barbara Harbor. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a gym.
  • 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 outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, complimentary bicycles and volleyball
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the location
  • 8 minutes by foot from Santa Barbara Harbor and a 4-minute drive from Santa Barbara Bowl
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
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 an outdoor pool, a fitness centre, 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.

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

  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard

Family friendly

  • Beach toys
  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor 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 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
  • 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 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

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.

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

Reviews

The Milo Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 835 out of 1481 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1481 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 199 out of 1481 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 106 out of 1481 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 1481 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Lusine

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a motel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nigel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, great hotel...just leave the car and walk to beach, shopping and restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Ocean View Room

Our stay was comfortable in renovated king ocean view room. It was quiet, and clean. It's a view of the Marina, more so than the ocean, but still pretty. Check in was slow, our room wasn't ready although they claim "guarantee" check in by 4pm. The staff seem overwhelmed by the guests. The hotel lobby bathroom was out of order. All that being said, we'd stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ganapathy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location. I appreciate the fireplace in the front of the hotel and the smores hotel provided, I thought that was unique and awesome! I did not mind the size (petite) of room I booked, however as a woman solo travel I was not comfortable that my room was all the way in the back on the side in which made me feel somewhat unsafe. I even had to call the front desk to get reassurance.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Selma

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our room was at the top of a staircase so the problem was people were walking past our room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Katleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is very conveniently located to the beach, the restaurants and tasting rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herbert

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Erik

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the worst placed ive ever stayed. We paid over $700 for a renivated room. The place was like a dungeon. Dark, no privacy, no isolation. I could hear everyone from next door and upstairs. We went there to rwst but we got no sleep. We usually do late check outs but In this case i wanted to just get out of there as soon as possible. Will never go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Natalia

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old property, way too expensive. Motel quality
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jakub, Warszawa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grazia

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I LOVED this hotel so much. I’ve traveled a lot and never stayed at any hotel quite like this one. I was so sad to leave, I wish I could’ve just stayed there forever haha. The room was beautiful, clean, renovated and had a lovely view of the water. There was a park and courtyards between the buildings, dining options, a mini free library, 2 heated pools and every night there was a s’mores bar and hot chocolate from 6-8 and it was so peaceful. Not to mention the best part, it was directly across from the beach. What more could one possibly want?
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Niki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Joan

Mini Milo for sure

It was probably the smallest room and bathroom I have ever seen or been in. I’m 78 years old and they put me on a 2nd floor with steep narrow stairs. It was hot and the air didn’t work. It certainly was not worth the price. The only parking was valet at 33$ a night plus tips for the men doing the parking. Not a place I would ever return to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margarita

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach and food access is so convenient. Quaint hotel meets all your needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place in a beautiful location.. Staff was super friendly as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

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