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Secret Garden Inn and Cottages

3.0 star property
Escape to an idyllic haven with tranquil gardens and rejuvenating spa services at your fingertips.

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Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (Wood Thrush)
Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (Wood Thrush)
Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (Wood Thrush)
Room, Private Bathroom (Nightingale)
Nestled near Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Secret Garden Inn and Cottages offers a serene retreat. Treat yourself to a rejuvenating massage or unwind on the charming terrace surrounded by lush gardens. With in-room WiFi, you can stay connected while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere that has impressed previous guests.
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$463
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar

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Room, Private Bathroom (Mockingbird)

Room, Private Bathroom (Mockingbird)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
11 bathrooms
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Whippoorwill)

Room, Private Bathroom (Whippoorwill)

Room, Private Bathroom (Whippoorwill)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Day bed
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
11 bathrooms
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Oriole)

Room, Private Bathroom (Oriole)

Room, Private Bathroom (Oriole)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
TV
11 bathrooms
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Meadowlark)

Room, Private Bathroom (Meadowlark)

Room, Private Bathroom (Meadowlark)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
11 bathrooms
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Garden)

Room, Private Bathroom (Garden)

Room, Private Bathroom (Garden)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
TV
11 bathrooms
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Hummingbird)

Room, Private Bathroom (Hummingbird)

Room, Private Bathroom (Hummingbird)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
TV
11 bathrooms
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Cardinal)

Room, Private Bathroom (Cardinal)

Room, Private Bathroom (Cardinal)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Day bed
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
11 bathrooms
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Bobwhite)

Room, Private Bathroom (Bobwhite)

Room, Private Bathroom (Bobwhite)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
11 bathrooms
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (Wood Thrush)

Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (Wood Thrush)

Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (Wood Thrush)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
11 bathrooms
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Kingfisher)

Room, Private Bathroom (Kingfisher)

Room, Private Bathroom (Kingfisher)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
11 bathrooms
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Nightingale)

Room, Private Bathroom (Nightingale)

Room, Private Bathroom (Nightingale)

Highlights

Patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
11 bathrooms
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Map
1908 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Mission Santa Barbara - 3 min drive
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Natural History Museum - 4 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 6 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Super Cucas Meat Mar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Live Oak Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪El Zarape - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McConnell's Ice Cream - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Secret Garden Inn and Cottages

Bed & breakfast near Mission Santa Barbara
Located close to Santa Barbara Museum of Art and Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Secret Garden Inn and Cottages provides free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
  • A front desk safe, meeting rooms and wedding services
Room features
All guest rooms at Secret Garden Inn and Cottages have thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • 11 bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 11 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20.00 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Secret Garden Inn Cottages Santa Barbara
Secret Garden Inn Santa Barbara
Secret Garden Santa Barbara
The Secret Garden Hotel Santa Barbara
Secret Cottages Santa Barbara
Secret Garden Cottages Santa Barbara
Secret Garden Inn and Cottages Santa Barbara
Secret Garden Inn and Cottages Bed & breakfast
Secret Garden Inn and Cottages Bed & breakfast Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Is Secret Garden Inn and Cottages pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Secret Garden Inn and Cottages?

As of 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Secret Garden Inn and Cottages on 2 Mar 2025 start from AU$462.90, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Secret Garden Inn and Cottages?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Secret Garden Inn and Cottages?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Secret Garden Inn and Cottages?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Secret Garden Inn and Cottages located?

Located in Oak Park, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mission Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Museum of Art and Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Presidio Santa Barbara are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Secret Garden Inn and Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 380 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 340 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 195 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1000 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was such a great stay and the host was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Heaven
Dominique was a very good hostess! This place is amazing. Will definitely stay here again. Quiet,well hidden gem.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

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

6/10 Okay

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Dominique was great and responsive. Property and cottages are very old and in need of repair, but overall a pleasant experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved this place! Wish I could’ve stayed for a week. Breakfast was served to my private patio, and it was delicious. The Jacuzzi hot tub on the patio was such a treat. I will definitely come back when I’m in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siu

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice quiet cabins 1 mile from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernardino

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

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I wanted to stay forever!
I fell in love with the country French cuteness of this place. Cozy and clean, exceptional service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host was very helpful with suggestions for activities. Breakfast was as excellent. Prefer a firm mattress, Meadowlark room mattress to soft for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host is outstanding and very accommodating. The bed was to soft for my liking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really loved our stay at the Secret Garden inn and cottages. It was so peaceful, quiet, and private. We definitely will be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful stay, the room is very comfortable and the host was friendly and accommodating. The breakfast really exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Volodymyr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stuff, yummy croissant and fresh orange juice for breakfast. Sorry for mess we’ve done though.🙈🙈
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the hummingbird suite and loved the private patio and private hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarmistha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay in SB
Such a wonderful host - well looked after in accommodation, wonderfully breakfast- the quiche was amazing and friendly host..
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Klaus

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A hidden and quiet place in town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Anniversary vacation
We loved our room, very clean & quaint and the bed was very comfortable. The room was clean and nice for an overnight stay. I would have liked bars in the bathtub ti make it safer getting in & out of the tub.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

belgin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I loved everything about this beautiful house and its gardens. Dominique was an amazing host!!