The Milo

Waterfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools, near Santa Barbara Harbor

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

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.

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 centre
Free use of bicycles
Beach sunloungers
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

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Petite, Renovated)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Shower/bath combination

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 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 curtains

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Shower/bath combination

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 curtains

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Shower/bath combination

28 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Shower/bath combination

26 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, Accessible (Renovated)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Shower/bath combination

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 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 curtains

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Shower/bath combination

28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Shower/bath combination

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 curtains

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Shower/bath combination

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Shower/bath combination

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 curtains

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Shower/bath combination

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Double Room (Santa Barbara)

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

26 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Renovated)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Shower/bath combination

28 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Santa Barbara)

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Shower/bath combination

23 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Family Suite (Renovated)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

2 bedrooms

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Shower/bath combination

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Family Suite

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

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

Room (Milo Mini)

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Shower/bath combination

14 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Shower/bath combination

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 curtains

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Shower/bath combination

28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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Free breakfast
Free parking
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

14 Jul - 15 Jul

About the area

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, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 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 a short five-minute drive from Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. 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 centre, a snack bar/deli and free bike rentals. The helpful staff and beach location get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

More about this property

At a glance

Hotel size

- 121 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

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

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

Required at check-in

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

Children

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

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 20 kg per pet)*
- Service animals welcome
- Restrictions apply*
- Pets must be supervised

Internet

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

Parking

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

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser

Travelling with children

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

What to do

Beach volleyball
Paddleboard on-site
Bike tour information
Beach access
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Scooter/moped hire 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 bike hire
Free pool cabanas
Beach sunloungers
Beach towels
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Paddleboard on-site
Romance packages

Facilities

6 buildings/towers
ATM/banking
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fitness centre
2 outdoor pools
Hot tub
Local artist showcase
At least 80% of 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 (centimetres): 74
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Raised toilet seat
Raised toilet seat height (centimetres): 48
Low-height worktop and sink
Lowered worktop and sink height (centimetres): 86
Grab bar near toilet
Toilet grab bar height (centimetres): 86
Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

50-inch LCD TV
Premium cable channels
Films for purchase

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 curtains
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Shower/bath combination
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Phone

Food and drink

Champagne service
Free bottled water

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 lifts.

Guests can rest easy knowing that 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.

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara

Hotel Milo

Milo Santa Barbara

Hotel Oceana 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 that you 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 20 kg 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 on-site activities such as volleyball and cycling. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. 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. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for families.

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The Milo 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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Service staff

Beach

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Bathroom

Shower

Bed

View

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What guests liked

The property offers a convenient and ideal location with direct access to the beach and nearby amenities. (105 reviews)
The heated pool was a highlight, with many guests praising its quality and enjoying the relaxing experience it provided. (24 reviews)
The property's pool and hot tub were nice and well-maintained, with some guests enjoying the heated pool and cabanas. (6 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

10/10 Exceptional

25 Jun 2025

Great place to stay!

Great place to stay the view of the ocean and mountains is breathtaking! Close to plenty of places to eat definitely a must stay if you’re in Santa Barbara.

Paul, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

19 Jun 2025

Great overall stay. Great location with friendly staff. Having to pay for parking and the size of the room was our only areas of improvement. Other than that we enjoyed our stay at Milo.

Angel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

29 Jun 2025

Amazing Stay

The hotel is across the street from the beach! Walking distance to dining. Walking distance to the Marina and Shopping. The decor was tastefully designed and we loved the old Santa Barbara style. Quiet

Melinda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

6 Apr 2025

Very friendly staff and an amazing location.

Katherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2 May 2025

One night

Great stay and great location.

Stefani, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

1 Jul 2025

Room was large and comfortable but neded maintenance. A window was cracked, the overhead light did not work and the shower needed some updating including grab bars. I thought requiring valet parking at $32/night was a bit much. The outside fireplaces were very nice as was the patio seating. The music over the weekend was lovely.

Michael, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

31 Mar 2025

Nice location and great staff. Enjoyed outdoor fire pit.

Laura, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

7 Apr 2025

I love staying within walking distance to State street and the beach. The staff was very friendly and helpful and they treated me and my dog wonderful.

Alice, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

28 Mar 2025

Clean, comfortable and cozy. We enjoyed our stay and visit

Alice, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

28 Feb 2025

Great dig friendly resort with fire tables, pools, and a great park for dogs to play.

geoffery, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

31 Jan 2025

Great hotel

Great hotel, great location, great staff!

Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

12 Jun 2025

Hotel Milo is across the street from the ocean. A few minutes walk to Stearns Wharf and State Street. Jeannines’s is an excellent breakfast cafe located on the corner. Ask for a room with an ocean view or garden view. We had an alley view where the valet parks, etc. There is construction — so make sure you get a quiet area. Our room was nosy early in the morning.

Suzy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

28 Jan 2025

Beautifulllllll stay!!

Clara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

21 Feb 2025

Great location and customer service

Ericka, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

18 Mar 2025

Everything was great and exceeded my expectations. Staff was super friendly. We can’t wait to go back

Rylee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

22 Mar 2025

The room was a little dated but the service was great. The valets very helpful and the neighborhood was all walkable and lots of attractions.

James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

28 Jan 2025

We liked the close proximity to the water, walking trails and restaurants.

Jessica, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

27 Jun 2025

Too late Check in

Checking is too late, after 4:30 pm. Checkout is too early, 11 am. some of the rooms are too small, cannot even open the closet, just ridiculous.

Ricardo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

15 Jan 2025

Beautiful location!

Debbie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

28 Dec 2024

Very kind staff, clean room and comfy beds!

Kimberly, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

26 Mar 2025

Had a fun time, wish I could’ve rented a beach cruiser

Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

25 Nov 2024

Great location near good restaurants.

Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

1 Jan 2025

Easy check in, great hotel, staff were fun and helpful

Carl, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

17 Feb 2025

We liked how close this motel was to the beach and that they offered free bike rentals

Andrea, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

16 Feb 2025

The hotel staff is excellent. It’s old but right on the ocean. Very affordable for its location & you can’t beat Santa Barbara.

Aaron, 2-night trip

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Main amenities (12)

Feel at home (6)

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Petite, Renovated)

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

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Suite, Accessible (Renovated)

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Renovated)

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Double Room (Santa Barbara)

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Renovated)

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Room, 1 King Bed (Santa Barbara)

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Family Suite (Renovated)

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite

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Room (Milo Mini)

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (King ADA)

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