The Milo

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬
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Room options

Suite (Renovated)

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Renovated)

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Suite (Renovated)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Renovated)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Petite, Renovated)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Renovated)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Renovated)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (ADA)

  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Premier King Room with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Milo Mini

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Santa Barbara King

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

King Ada Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Santa Barbara Double

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe King (Renovated Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Family Suite Renovated

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Renovated Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Ocean View King Renovated

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe King Sofa Bed Renovated

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Standard Two Queens Renovated

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Two Queens Renovated

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Premier Ocean View King Renovated

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Petite Queen Renovated

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Ocean View King Sofa Bed Renovated

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Two Queens Ada Renovated

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Standard King Ada Renovated

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

King Room with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, The Milo is adjacent to West Beach and within a 10-minute stroll of Santa Barbara Harbor. This 121-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a hot tub.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • West Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Barbara City College - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rudy's Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mother Stearns Candy Co. - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Milo

2 outdoor pools, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub are featured at The Milo. Valet parking is offered for USD 40 per night. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include meeting rooms, a meeting room, and free use of bicycles.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 50-inch LCD TVs with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, designer toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Coffee makers, ceiling fans, and laptop-compatible safes are also standard.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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 transportation

  • Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 40 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
  • 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 (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)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 40 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 160 per stay)
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (45 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 40 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 160 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Are free cancellation options available at The Milo?

The Milo offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Milo?

As of Apr 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Milo on May 4, 2026 start from $271, including 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.

What's there to do near The Milo?

This hotel is situated in Santa Barbara Beach, just steps from West Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. You'll also find Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Bowl within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Milo?

Yes, uncovered valet parking is offered for USD 40 per night with in/out privileges. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Milo feature a casino at the property?

No, The Milo doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Milo?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Does The Milo have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Milo doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Milo allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Milo for a fee of USD 40 per accommodation, per night.

Where is the closest airport to The Milo?

The closest major airport to The Milo is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is 10.5 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is around 25.7 mi away.

The Milo Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 914 out of 1545 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1545 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 196 out of 1545 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 97 out of 1545 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 60 out of 1545 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DOUG

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable location was fantas
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

pedro

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Robyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms have been redecorated and are very comfortable and attractive. The only down side is that the walls are thin and people coming and going is very noisy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

susan, san carlos

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is AMAZING. Check in was easy and fast. The room was beautifully decorated and the hotel grounds were immaculate. I loved the smores and all the fires around the property. I also appreciated the free bike use-we ride all down the beach, wharf and marina! I would 100% stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Arturo

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely vibes, friendly staff, location is so convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

kate

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff that was very responsive and anticipated our needs. Fun S’mores night, responsive valet, and lovely area. Walk to everything you need including restaurants, yoga, workouts, bicycles, and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jaz

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Yuxiang

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

marie

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was raining very hard the day we checked in, the staff went above and beyond to help us with the bags and the car. Very helpful and very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jarrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff and location excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Hermila

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, beutiful views.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a nice, older property that has done some nice updates to their rooms and grounds. Our room was "ocean view" but it was peek a boo at best and was at a junction where there was a lot of foot traffic in front of it so our curtains were closed the majority of the time. We were also placed next to the janitor closet that was not upgraded with insulation during their remodel. Every morning at 8:15am it sounded like someone was coming through the walls and no change made after bringing it to managements attention. Our biggest complaint was the HVAC. It wasn't functioning properly and the humidity was so high that everything (clothes, towels, sheets etc.) were damp the whole time. Although it was a nice property and great location, I'm not sure I would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

JULIEANNE

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very happy again with my stay.We stay there every year for new year's my wife and I. will see you next year. Everybody was friendly.Thank you for the wine tasting. Even with the rain, it was beautiful.Stay thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was sufficient and polite.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

eyad

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the hotel was under renovation with its most rooms that was not highlighted in their reservation. rooms are very small for the price. lobby area very lacking . it was just OK I would not stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025