Secret Garden Inn & Cottages

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Staff

9.4

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About this property

Originally built in 1905, this quaint Santa Barbara B&B features individually decorated guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers spa and massage services and serves a daily buffet breakfast. Santa Barbara town center is 5 minutes’ drive away. The guest rooms and suites at Secret Garden Inn & Cottages feature flat-screen TVs and DVD players. A small refrigerator, kettle and a coffee pot are provided as well. Select suites offer patios with green garden views. Secret Garden Inn serves a daily buffet breakfast that features French cuisine. Specialties include quiches, fresh baked scones, muffins, sweet breads, coffee, hot tea and juices. If guests prefer, they can enjoy a leisurely breakfast in bed. Attractions such as Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Museum of Art are within 5 minutes’ drive of this B&B. Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is 8 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Breakfast to go

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 king bed
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1 full bed
1 full bed
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1 sofa bed
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1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Lau
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast lovely, homemade and fresh produce, asked our likes and dislikes was a lovely touch. Room had lots of nice little touches, owner had really taken care and attention to making each room individual and was very welcoming and knowledgeable...”
Rachelle
United States United States
“So very quiet and comfortable. Breakfast was wonderful. Cottage was perfect!”
Ziehl
United States United States
“I am so glad I came across the secret garden. It's a little oasis on its own in Santa Barbara. If you want a peaceful place to stay in the middle of a quaint big garden this is it. Peaceful, quaint little cottage, I stayed in the Whipporwill,...”
Scott
United States United States
“Great location and friendly staff in a lovely garden setting. Excellent breakfasts among peaceful surroundings.”
Jillsieb1
United States United States
“Loved the personal attention. Breakfast was delicious and social each morning. Loved the location.”
Audrey
United States United States
“Immaculate, beautiful, and comfortable. The host was fabulous! It's a great getaway spot right in the middle of the city.”
Jaymie
United States United States
“The room, bed, breakfast, and gardens were superb! This was our first visit here for our 14th wedding anniversary. We loved it so much we stayed an extra day. The breakfast croissants were incredible. Perhaps less vegetables in the quiches would...”
James
United States United States
“Charming property. Staff are welcoming. They bring you your breakfast to your choice of table I chose eat on my private porch and enjoyed the view of the well tended gardens. Food was excellent”
Jay
United States United States
“Wonderful, quiet pet-friendly with a great location and gourmet breakfast cooked by the incomparable Dominique the perfect hostess.”
Elena
United States United States
“We have been staying at the Secret Garden and Inn for over 20 years! Dominique is an exceptional hostess and owner of the property. Each room is decorated with style and care to detail. The gardens are beautiful, inviting and lush. Morning...”

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House rules

Secret Garden Inn & Cottages takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:30 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
$40 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that guests may not use the kitchen.

Additional fees (any extra person above 2 per room) are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid separately at check in.

Please note: If a child checks in with parents, the child still needs to pay the meal cost for an extra person.

Please note: A deposit is required at the property.

Please note, a cat lives on the property. Please contact hotel for more details.

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.

Please inform Secret Garden Inn & Cottages of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.