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Set along Santa Barbara’s sun‑washed shoreline, The Milo places you at the center of one of California’s most inviting coastal stretches. From here, the Pacific unfolds at an easy pace, ideal for waterfront bike rides, relaxed afternoons in the Funk Zone, or scenic drives along the coast toward charming beach towns and rolling vineyards. Head north for dramatic ocean views, or south for a laid‑back seaside escape. At The Milo, exploration feels effortless and always connected to the coast.

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Make The Milo Santa Barbara your next stop along the coast. Enjoy reduced parking at $20 per night and a curated road‑trip snack bag filled with local favorites: Santa Barbara Pistachios, Shalhoob Jerky, Ivan Bar, Tony’s Chocolate, and more. Settle in, savor the sunshine, and explore the shoreline just steps from your newly renovated room.

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Santa Barbara County Courthouse Distance from The Milo: 1.6 miles | 6 minutes

An architectural icon with strong Spanish Colonial influence, this site invites you to slow down and take in its details. Walk through its mural‑lined hallways, where every turn reveals artwork and craftsmanship that reflect centuries of history.  Walk its muralled hallways, take in a 360-degree view of the city from the clock tower or enjoy a picnic in the surrounding sunken gardens.

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Old Mission Santa Barbara Distance from The Milo: 3.3 miles | 9 minutes

Known as the Queen of the Missions, this historic site was founded in 1786 and continues to serve as an active parish today. Its twin bell towers rise above carefully tended grounds, creating one of the region’s most recognizable silhouettes. Visitors can explore the mission’s historic gardens, where native plants and old stone pathways evoke the early days of California.

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Stearns Wharf Distance from The Milo: 0.5 miles |3 minutes

California’s oldest working wharf offers a blend of history, ocean views, and coastal energy. From the pier, you can take in sweeping 360‑degree views of the shoreline, harbor, and mountains. Seafood restaurants and casual eateries line the walkway, along with small shops that capture the local character. 

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The Funk Zone Distance from The Milo: 0.5 miles | 2 minutes

The Funk Zone blends its industrial past with a creative, modern energy, turning old brick buildings and wide loading docks into lively tasting rooms, small‑batch breweries, and independent shops.

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Cavalier Resort

California’s iconic Highway 1 has reopened and there’s no better time to celebrate than with a stay at The Cavalier in San Simeon, CA.

With the Bed & Breakfast Package you can start your adventure with a gourmet breakfast delivered right to your door. For the ultimate experience, choose an ocean view room with a private patio.

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Carmel Mission Inn

Keep the road trip going at Carmel Mission Inn, a boutique hotel located right off the Pacific Coast Highway in Carmel, CA.

Sweeten your visit with a delicious bite to eat with the Sip, Stay, Savor package: In addition to accommodations in modern guest rooms, receive a $30 daily breakfast credit at Shearwater Tavern.