Hotel Milo Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach hotel near Santa Barbara Harbor

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Exterior detail
Terrace/patio
View from room
Property entrance
2 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Santa Barbara City College
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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

Room, 2 Double Beds (Santa Barbara)

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Santa Barbara)

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Suite

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Room (Milo Mini)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Oceanside stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Santa Barbara Beach hotel, you'll find Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara City College. MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Stearns Wharf are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 6 min walk
  • Stearns Wharf - 7 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min walk
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 2 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 4 min drive

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

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara

3.5-star beach hotel near Santa Barbara Harbor
There's a snack bar/deli on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Hotel Milo Santa Barbara offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Hotel Milo Santa Barbara. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 121 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 6 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • 1 conference room
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara offers 121 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters. 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 provided daily.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach toys
  • Fence around the pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

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 32.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle tour information
  • Fitness center
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Paddleboards on site
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Braille signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Toilet grab bar height (inches): 34
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Lowered counter and sink height (inches): 34
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Raised toilet seat height (inches): 19
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 29

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan
  • Down comforter
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Slippers
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

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: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 45 lbs 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 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

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Hotel Milo Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 675 out of 1279 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 1279 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 181 out of 1279 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 98 out of 1279 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 70 out of 1279 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Disliked: Amenities
For the cost very over priced.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location in Santa Barbara!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property and location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana, Arcadia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing trip from start to finish. We were greeted by the wonderful Valet, then check in was so fast and friendly, Once we arrived to the room we were welcomed with champagne and smores for my friends birthday. The room was beautiful and the cleaning staff made sure we had everything we needed. At checkout it was also fast and the valet was wonderful with letting us leave our car while we got coffee. Love staying here every time we come to Santa Barbara
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eunah

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arineh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best location if you want to be near restaurants, shops, and the beach!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at Hotel Milo 4 times over several years and it never disappoints. Front desk staff and valet attendants are always friendly and helpful. Rooms and clean and come with Keurig machines, coffee pods and a fridge. The property is beautiful and right across from the beach and near the harbor. There are many restaurants in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, SAlem

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kristin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jill, Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here. It’s very central to the beach and good restaurants. It was very clean. The bathroom is a little dated, and the lighting was pretty dim. I liked the traditional feel of the hotel. It was something a little different, not the run-of-the-mill hotel experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location is excellent, staff is friendly and the common spaces are nice. But, the rooms are dated. Although the surfaces looked clean, there is old grout with bad corners, some patch-worked walls and the water temp is very delayed in the shower (a couple of ants in the shower). Another family member said their internet was slow (old tech) and the pool pump next to the room was loud. Not a good value for the cost, in my opinion. I wouldn't recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Otilia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Allison

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was sadly very disappointed by the rooms at the Milo, we had literally the smallest bathroom I have ever been in, I could barely shave my legs in the shower because of how tight it was. The place just feels very run down and not at all worth the amount I spent. The only redeeming factor is that it is right near the ocean and State street, but so are a bunch of other hotels so do your research first!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Beautiful landscaping and patio easy access with Dogs. Everyone friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Edward, Harrisburg

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Looked nice on the outside, but very old inside.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

P

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice area along beach front close to marina and restaraunts. Thumbs up.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The thing to remember about the Milo is that it's a block long and parking is by valet. So if you forgot something like toothpaste, you have to go to the valet, get your keys, find your car, get the item out and return the keys to the valet kiosk then walk a block back ro your room. We were staying in room 164. The newer heating system did not work at all. In fact, this new system that was mounted on the wall didn't even come on. So we were not comfortable at night or in the morning. However, the heater in the bathroom, which is about 70 years old, worked very nicely for the bathroom. The hot water for the shower was tricky. The water temperature would surge on its own from very cold to very hot. So you have to be very carefu so as not to get scalded. Also, you couldn't shut the shower faucet off so it dripped all night and of course there was nobody available to fix it even though there was a night clerk, The only good thing I could say about our room was the beds were very comfortable. But otherwise, it was disappointing and definitely would not think to return to the Miilo
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Vi

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The outside was pretty and it's near the beach. Not by anything but 1 dinner. Does not offer breakfast. Check ins are very late. Rooms weren't nice. Just because it's an old building doesn't mean it can have nice interior.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024