The Milo

Hotels
8 (2058 reviews)
202 West Cabrillo Boulevard , Santa Barbara , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean
Cons:
Noise insulation issues
Small bathroom

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Cleanliness was noted positively in the reviews.
Service
8.5
Staff were consistently praised for their friendliness and service quality.
Location
8.5
Multiple reviews highlighted the great location of the hotel.
Room Quality
7.5
Concerns mentioned about the size of the bathroom and noise from adjacent rooms.
Amenities
8
Amenities were appreciated, especially evening s’mores and the guest lounge.
Value for Money
8
General sentiment points towards fair value, despite parking fees.
Food and Beverage
7.5
No breakfast provided in the hotel was a noted downside.
Overall Experience
8
Overall positive experiences highlighted with a willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 01:18

Property Description

Prime Oceanfront Location
Located just steps away from Stearns Wharf, our oceanfront hotel in downtown Santa Barbara offers the perfect blend of convenience and luxury.

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in our 2 heated outdoor pools, modern fitness center, and custom coffee machines in every room. Enjoy the comfort of a flat-screen cable TV, iPod dock, and scenic ocean views in select rooms.

Relaxation at Its Best
Unwind in our hot tub or dine in our patio area surrounded by a lush tropical garden. Whether you're here for leisure or business, Hotel Milo Santa Barbara ensures a memorable stay.

Book now to experience the ultimate coastal getaway at Hotel Milo Santa Barbara!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 32 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 2058 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 8.5
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 7.5
Overall Experience: 8
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Leslie solo_traveller us
9
It's a really pretty property near the beach.
Pros:

Location is great. Right in the heart of everything and near the beach. so many good places to walk right from the front door. Good coffee in the morning and very accessible.

Cons:

I thought it was odd that you couldn't walk through the property without going onto the street. Also, where my room was located it was loud. They accommodated an early check-in though, which is why my room was right off the pool and a little louder.

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Octavian couple gb
10
We had a very pleasant stay and felt welcomed by the friendly staff.
Pros:

The atmosphere.

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Bonnie couple us
7
2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Don couple us
10
Pros:

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property. The multiple outdoor seating options gave us great opportunity to meet other travelers and enjoy the fantastic weather.

2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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Renee couple au
9
Beautiful hotel and great location.
Pros:

Wonderful location opposite the beach and close to the Main Street. Also conveniently located about 200m from the Amtrak train station. The rooms were spacious and had great views from the balcony overlooking the ocean.

Cons:

Tea and coffee facilities were only available from the lobby, no kettle in the room.

2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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Henderson couple us
6
2026-03-02 via Nuitee
D
Dr. Martin family_with_children de
10
Super Hotel zentral am Strand von Santa Barbara
Pros:

Super Lage. Liebevoll gepflegte Anlage. Abends Marshmallows am Stock. Alles wunderbar.

Cons:

Das Parken ist mit 40 Dollar definitiv zu teuer. Um 8.45 stand das Hausekeeping im Zimmer. Nicht ganz unsere Zeit zum Aufstehen. War wohl ein Versehen.

2026-02-28 via Nuitee
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Abraham couple us
10
2026-02-27 via Nuitee
J
Jelena family_with_children gb
9
Pros:

Great location, very close to the beach. Very nice room.

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
K
Katherine family_with_children us
9
Lovely hotel, would definitely stay again!
Pros:

The property is in A great location right across from the beach. The staff were very friendly. 2 pools and a hot tub. Very clean. Room updated and styled nicely. We missed hot cocoa and s’mores but what a wonderful touch! We had breakfast in the hotel restaurant which was great!

Cons:

Smallish room is only thing I can think of.

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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socalukgirl Business Diamond Bar, California
6
Nice for vacationers but not so much for business travelers
Pros:

I thought being my second time in SB I would choose a little better hotel than I did last time. The Milo looked nice and it was, but for the price it wasn't a whole lot better than Best Western. For my purposes it lacked a little table I could work on and lighting was low. It was right on the beach and close to the pier, which was nice to grab some food at. The plus for me was that it was a few minute's walk to Jeannine's, a great breakfast spot in SB

2026-02-19 via Tripadvisor
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H5572UOjeremyv Couples
10
AMAIZING
Pros:

Beautiful experience, the bed was soooo comfortable

2026-02-12 via Tripadvisor
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C3757DPantoniag Couples
10
A slice of heaven in earth
Pros:

We had such a magical time, the ambience of the hotel is warm and welcoming. The view of the beach from our room was something out of a fairytale, the beds was the most comfortable and the customer service was amazing and so welcoming. They offered assistance and a warm smile with every encounter. I love The Milo and can’t wait to come back to my new home away from home.

2026-02-12 via Tripadvisor
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Frank solo_traveller us
9
Great stay, could use a self park overnight parking though.
Pros:

Close to the beach, harbor, restaurants and shops.

Cons:

Wish there was overnight self parking.

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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David couple us
1
2026-02-10 via Nuitee
D
Deborah couple gb
9
Very enjoyable all too brief stay facing the ocean
Pros:

Great seafront setting, lovely room above reception, firepits, complimentary bikes and staff

2026-01-31 via Nuitee
M
Matthew solo_traveller gb
10
2026-01-31 via Nuitee
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Q3128NWjennak Family
10
Charming & Fun Vibe
Pros:

Had a wonderful stay at the Milo. Construction/ renovation is complete - beautifully updated rooms, lovely vibe, super clean, very charming. Perfect location right across from the beach. Was able to literally walk across the street for our kayak tour of the harbor. Staff was wonderful, friendly, helpful and super accommodating - visited off season during the week, so they kindly gave us a free room upgrade and late checkout. Front desk offered restaurant recommendations - Chad's Café (diner) and Jeanine's Restaurant & Bakery are both great! Valet provided us with free bike rentals to tool around town on. You do have to pay to Valet your car, but they have free in and out privileges, and honestly you can just leave your vehicle and explore on foot or bike most of the time. And we enjoyed the hot tub and the fire pit/ s'more bar. There are also 2 pools, a bocce ball court, and a cute garden area. Great property! Would absolutely return.

2026-01-29 via Tripadvisor
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AlekseiLosAngeles Couples
10
Comfort and casual elegance
Pros:

We've enjoyed the Milo several times over the past years and this experience was equal to or even better than usual. Everything was simple, accurate and quick in reserving, arriving and obtaining our room. Staff were exceptionally welcoming, helpful and engaging. The room was great: stylish and well-appointed. We always bring our dog and he was comfortable and had everything he needed. Milo offers a very comfortable, scenic and enriching beachfront experience with lush landscaping and handsome common areas. On this visit, they needed to move us to another room on the 2nd day due to plumbing issues in the wing where we were originally located (we didn't experience any issues ourselves). They were most apologetic and helpful in this process and generously offered a significant discount as compensation for the inconvenience. Always a delight to stay at this property.

2026-01-29 via Tripadvisor
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Kristin family_with_children us
9
Pros:

Excellent location. Rooms were cozy and comfortable. Nightly smores for the firepits, towels on the pool chairs, bath robes and slippers, complimentary bikes and beach chairs were a nice touch.

Cons:

Expensive

2026-01-28 via Nuitee