Secret Garden Inn & Cottages

8.8 / 10.0

Excellent(144 Ratings)

Bed and Breakfast in Santa Barbara, CA

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this bed and breakfast

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 centre is 5 minutes’ drive away.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Santa Barbara, CA

Nearby attractions

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

2.8 mi

Ostrichland USA

46.6 mi

Available Rooms

1 Double • 495 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 602 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 495 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 495 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 495 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

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Secret Garden Inn & Cottages

$$$$

8.8 / 10.0

Excellent(144 Ratings)

Bed and Breakfast in Santa Barbara, CA

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this bed and breakfast

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Santa Barbara, CA

Nearby attractions

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

2.8 mi

Ostrichland USA

46.6 mi

Available Rooms

1 Double • 495 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 602 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 495 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 495 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 495 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

8.8 / 10.0

Excellent(144 Ratings)

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10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

We had a really nice Anniversary getaway here and will likely stay here again when we come back!

Breakfast was so good and really filling! Sitting on our porch having breakfast was so peaceful in our little garden forest setting. It was a really private oasis one block over from main streets so we could walk to Ice cream or coffee, and our hostess was so knowledgable about antiques that she sold in her little gift shop that it felt like we were somewhere in the french countryside. We would highly recommend this little B and B to any couple looking to getaway.

The bathroom fan was super loud so when you turned on the light, it sounded like a gardeners’ leaf blower. Should look into getting that replaced!

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Staying at Secret Garden was like staying in a peaceful oasis with a wonderful owner!

Breakfast was wonderful! all home made dishes in a very comfortable atmosphere with very good and prompt service

9.0 / 10.0

Mar 2023

The Host was very lovely and accomdating I felt very welcomed I look forward to a future stay!

Nice location private parking in the back. easy access. Cottage was French Country decor with a private hot tub on small patio. Journal in the room to write about your stay. French coffee press and real dishes and utensils,very impressive! I Grounds well maintained and garden paths throughoutwould recommend to others.

no complaints

8.0 / 10.0

Mar 2023

Very good

Very comfortable cottage and includes available outdoor spaces to enjoy.

nothing

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2023

Santa Barbara's Hidden Delight!

The Secret Garden Inn is truly a delight. Our charming, antique-furnished cottage was beautiful and exceptionally comfortable. The proprietress was extremely kind and warm upon our arrival; we just regret we could not partake of her home-baked croissants at breakfast the following day. The Secret Garden is very well situated in an old section of Santa Barbara between the downtown area and the Mission Church. Secure, off-the-street parking is a plus.

4.0 / 10.0

Dec 2022

Unless there was a major upgrade in attention to aesthetic detail, we wouldn’t return.

location

Musty room. Weird greeting by owner/manager wearing a moth holed sweater and driving an ancient Volvo piled with empty boxes. No introduction and she had a hard time finding our reservation, even though we had voluminous communication (probably the best part of our interaction) regarding our stay. Also, she was relieved that we weren’t going to use the hot tub so she didn’t have to get us to fill out the release form. The room lacked charm (the electrical meter inside on the wall in the bathroom and the circuit breaker panel on the bedroom wall didn’t add to the ambiance.)

8.0 / 10.0

Nov 2022

Very good

Individual bungalow type accommodation with quirky decor and hot tub. Comfortable room with good facilities including coffee making facilities.

Bit of a walk to the front.

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2022

Exceptional

Excellent breakfast

Outside needs some attention

9.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

Staying "at home" in Santa Barbara

Beautifuly decorated, wonderful hostess, home prepared breakfast,

Could not open the window of the certain room

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

Exceptional

Dominique was so welcoming. She gave us lots of tips on sights to see and places to eat. Our room was great and the breakfast is amazing.

Nothing

9.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

had a great trip, loved the hot tub

Quirky and homely, lovely attention to detail.

nothing to add here

5.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

Book direct so you can order breakfast!

Very beautiful location. Quiet and cute cottages, if that's what you book. I did not see an option for a regular room on Booking.

They need to tell people that you MUST order breakfast (tell them what time) the DAY BEFORE! I have travelled all over the world and have NEVER had this expectation. The email stated to "just tell us the time" with no indication how to do so. Call, reply? We arrived late (10:00PM) after work, driving for 4 hours. They messaged us through the app several times to clarify check-in and at NO time did they ASK about breakfast. There was a kettle with coffee but not creamer or sweetener in the room, the least they could do is provide that!

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

great !!!!

Dominique was fabulous , Went above and beyond to advise /help us

nothing

9.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Was lovely comfortable accommodations

Garden setting. Breakfasts. Very nice, helpful host. Clean room.

Bed a somewhat uncomfortable

7.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Location was convenient, hostess was very helpful and informative, but room could be cleaner

Location was fine, able to travel to and from event location was easy. Breakfasts were excellent and delivered on time requested.

Room not real clean, bed too soft, tv not convenient to viewing.

7.0 / 10.0

May 2022

Simple, Relaxing and Sweet!

The Cottages were unique with options of private spaces for time alone or communal outdoor seating. The overall property was quiet and relaxing.

The property is showing it’s age and needs some TLC. Our room was clean, however the bed sounded as if it was going to collapse and the door to the room did not shut smoothly. The hot tub was absolutely enjoyable, yet it also did not work properly and the cover had seen better days.

1.0 / 10.0

May 2022

HORRIBLE

The privacy

The stuff is HORRIBLE! A lady called me prior my check in and she talked to me so rude because I didn’t check in at the time I said I was. When I got to the place she didn’t even welcome us, she treated us horrible and so sarcastically because I didn’t consider my 6 year old child as an adult, then she said well it doesn’t matter you’re already here. I have never experienced anything close to this, she made us feel like stinky trash literally! The whole experience was just terrible! We paid a bit more than $300 for a room with 1 bed and it’s fine we’re used to pay that and for that same reason we’re not used to be treated like this! I really wouldn’t liked to have stay there. This is the first and last time!

10.0 / 10.0

May 2022

Great Stay for My Wife and I

Good location, clean, comfy, had everything we needed. The breakfast was EXCELLENT.

If I had to complain, parking was in an alley and the room is a little small/cramped. But I was aware of those things ahead of time so not a problem.

8.0 / 10.0

Apr 2022

Very good

the plumbing needs to be uppdated

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Santa Barbara?

The average price for a rental in Santa Barbara is $462 per night. This rental is $241 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Secret Garden Inn & Cottages. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this bed and breakfast. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Secret Garden Inn & Cottages pet friendly?

Yes! This bed and breakfast is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Secret Garden Inn & Cottages?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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Bed and Breakfast in Santa Barbara, CA

Reasons to book

About this bed and breakfast

Amenities

Map of Santa Barbara, CA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Santa Barbara?

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

Is Secret Garden Inn & Cottages pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Secret Garden Inn & Cottages?

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