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The Secret Garden B&B Inn

3.5 star property
Sandy fun near The Grand Theatre and Grand Theatre

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Breakfast area
Courtyard view
Staircase
Interior entrance
The Secret Garden B&B Inn offers a rejuvenating stay near Queen's University. Enjoy live concerts, relax on the charming terrace with coffee, or browse the library. Practical amenities include free WiFi and self-parking for all visitors.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 29 - Sep 30
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Tomorrow

Sep 30 - Oct 1
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Room, 1 King Bed (McKay) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed (McKay)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Portable fan
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 1 Queen Bed (Martello) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 1 Queen Bed (Martello)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Limestone) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Limestone)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Bader)

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Bader) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Bader)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Coverdale)

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Coverdale) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Coverdale)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Lasalle)

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Lasalle) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Lasalle)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Brandt)

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Brandt) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Brandt)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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73 Sydenham Street South, Kingston, ON, K7L 3H3

What's nearby

  • Queen's University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kingston Waterfront - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kingston City Hall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fort Henry - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Kingston Penitentiary - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kingston, ON (XEG-Kingston Train Station) - 12 min drive
  • Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gangnam Style - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Something In The Water Brewing Co - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cambodiana - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Grecos Wine Bar and Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Crave Coffee House and Bakery - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Secret Garden B&B Inn

Bed & breakfast remodeled in 2020 and located near Queen's University
Located close to The Grand Theatre and Grand Theatre, The Secret Garden B&B Inn provides concerts and live shows, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. In addition to a Japanese garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Access to a nearby health club, a living plant wall, and smoke-free premises
  • Outdoor furniture, beach towels, and a vegetable garden
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling, and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Private yards, composting, and a personal chef

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Games
  • Library

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1888
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Living plant wall
  • Renovated entire property - July 2020
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Detached private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Secret Garden B&B Inn Kingston
Secret Garden B&B Inn
Secret Garden Kingston
The Secret Garden B&b Kingston
The Secret Garden B&B Inn Kingston
The Secret Garden B&B Inn Bed & breakfast
The Secret Garden B&B Inn Bed & breakfast Kingston

Frequently asked questions

Is The Secret Garden B&B Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Secret Garden B&B Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Secret Garden B&B Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Secret Garden B&B Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Secret Garden B&B Inn located?

With direct access to the beach, this Downtown Kingston bed & breakfast is in the city center and within a 10-minute walk of Queen's University, The Grand Theatre, and Grand Theatre. Kingston Waterfront and Kingston City Hall are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The Secret Garden B&B Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 214 out of 272 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 272 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 272 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 272 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 272 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing property, owners and staff are fantastic. Great location close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful inn with an amazing staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A delightful spot in the countryside. Well located for the Thousand Islands cruise.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene E

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this B&B. Our 3rd visit and never disappointed. Service, staff, and our rooms were wonderful and the food presentation is spectacular
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a quaint, beautiful Victorian home that is well-maintained, with charming appointments in each room. We were greeted with the aroma of home-baked goods for breakfast along with a choice of savoury or sweet mains. The French Press coffee accompanied the meal, and everything was delicious. The hosts and manager were lovely and attentive to our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was well prepared, enjoyed our stay thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and very comfortable room. Private bathroom with large shower. Breakfast was delicious. Staff excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is big, old and beautiful. The rooms were bright, lovely decor and fresh. The staff was the icing on the cake. Thank-you for the hospitality 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
What an amazing stay, beautiful inn with luxurious accommodations. Very attentive staff and the most delicious breakfast. It was better than expected, would definitely stay hete again. Walking to downtown Kingston was a 8 min walk on lovely quiet streets. So convenient to have onsite parking as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahtab

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful clean house with the cutest bedroom and renovated bathroom and very friendly staff. Breakfast was amazing. The music in the patio was excellent. I really enjoyed my stay. Definitely recommend:)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Josh was exceptional. The breakfasts were way above (think smoked salmon Benedict on vol-au-vents). It's a beautiful building in a quiet neighborhood less than 5 minutes from downtown
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had an excellent stay at the Secret Garden. Food is absolutely wonderful and staff is very hospitable and welcoming. I will definitely be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property within walking distance to sights. Attentive staff great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic getaway very close to downtown Kingston and the waterfront! Comfortable, elegant, well-appointed rooms with perfectly-manicured gardens and seating areas. Oh and the breakfast was fresh and delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A true classic, everything you could expect for a quality stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Janis

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, well maintained, heritage property. Great place but not really for me. It is not suitable for many seniors - stairs are taxing, units are over air conditioned, no desk service. The amenities listed - dining room, lounge, cafe are only available by appointment. On holidays one might want a more relaxed schedule.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aiden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean, great food and service! Highly recommended if someone is planning to visit Kingston
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yves

Liked: Amenities
Belle propriété des années fastes. Bien aménagée.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old home . Loved everyone there and the breakfast was amazing We will return
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There’s no secret this is an amazing place! The staff is attentive and friendly. The home is beautiful. Meticulous gardens. Walked easily downtown. Recommend ++
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the house and the staff was excellent. Food and drinks were delicious as well. This is our second stay here and we look forward to returning again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

France

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing! Food was amazing! Garden was amazing! I think there should be a garbage can beside the fridge and one in the bathroom. When someone is in the washroom, no place to put garbage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clareece Mischelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the character of the building and the friendly staff. Very clean and comfortable, first class service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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