The Milo Hotel - Santa Barbara

$$$$||View on mapSanta Barbara, United States of America202 West Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, California, United States of America, 93101|
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The Milo Hotel - Santa Barbara
202 West Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, California, United States of America, 93101·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.4Great
Location9.6
Staff9.1
Comfort9.0
Cleanliness8.6
Facilities8.4
Who stays here
Couples45%
Families39%
Groups10%
Solo5%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.4Great
Location9.6
Staff9.1
Comfort9.0
Cleanliness8.6
Facilities8.4
Who stays here
Couples45%
Families39%
Groups10%
Solo5%

3-star beachfront boutique hotel with complimentary bike fleet and pet-friendly perks

Amenities & Activities

Milo Santa Barbara provides complimentary access to a fleet of Priority Bike cruisers for exploring the waterfront and downtown. The property has two heated outdoor pools, a hot tub, and multiple courtyard areas with fire pits for evening gatherings. Guests can participate in weekly events and local experiences, such as the nightly s'mores bar from 6pm to 8pm.

Rooms & Suites

The Milo offers colorful rooms with wooden floors, ceiling fans, and custom coffee machines, with ocean view rooms available in building 2. Some rooms feature separate bunk-bed alcoves, making the hotel milo suitable for families traveling with children. Recently renovated rooms in the Santa Barbara King category include L'Occitane toiletries, robes, and slippers.

Location & Nearby

Hotel Milo sits directly across from West Beach, a 4-minute walk from Stearns Wharf and within 10 minutes of the Funk Zone and Santa Barbara Amtrak station. The historic Santa Barbara Mission and the Museum of Natural History are a short drive away, and State Street shopping and dining are easily walkable. The hotel's beachfront position provides direct access to the sand and harborside walking paths.

Pet-Friendly Accommodations

The Milo Santa Barbara welcomes pets with special amenities including welcome bowls and treats in the room. The property's grounds feature outdoor fire pits and a picnic area where dogs can accompany guests. Valet parking is available for guests arriving by car, and the hotel's location near the beach makes it easy to walk pets along the shoreline.

Dining & Entertainment

Chad's, a fully restored 1957 diner located on the hotel milo santa barbara property, serves breakfast and lunch daily until 2:30 PM using fresh, local ingredients. The lobby offers a convenient minimarket stocked with wine, champagne, snacks, and filtered water available around the clock. Guests can enjoy live music on the veranda and gather at the courtyard fire pits for evening drinks.

  • Complimentary Bike Fleet: Priority Bike cruisers for all guests
  • Pet Perks: Welcome bowls and treats in room
  • Pools: Two heated outdoor pools and hot tub
  • Dining: On-site Chad's 1957 diner with local ingredients
  • Events: Weekly s'mores bar and live music
  • Location: Beachfront, 4 min from Stearns Wharf
  • Historical Charm: Boutique hotel in classic Spanish Colonial style
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
Spanish
Building
Year renovated:2008
Number of rooms:122
Former name
Oceana Santa Barbara
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Rooms and availability

Premier King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Premier Renovated
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
King Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed1 Queen Size Bed2 Queen Size Beds
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site parking lot

Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Poolside snack bar

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Picnic area/ Tables

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Heated swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

Massage

Laundry

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Snorkeling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Stores/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Babysitting/Child services

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Heated swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Massage
  • Shallow end

Room view

  • Ocean view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about The Milo Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 167 US$
📏 Distance to center 200 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 12.6 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Santa Barbara, SBA

Location

202 West Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, California, United States of America, 93101
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202 West Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, California, United States of America, 93101
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202 West Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, California, United States of America, 93101
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MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
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Carriage and Western Art Museum
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Reagan Ranch Center
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Beach
West Beach
100 yd
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Syuxtun Story Circle mosaic
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Beach
Loquita Santa Barbara
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Santa Barbara Surfing Museum
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Veteran's Memorial Bldg
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Santa Barbara County Veterans
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