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The Secret Garden B&B Inn

Property class: 3.5

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A two-story brick house with a porch, columns, and a garden with various flowers. - The Secret Garden B&B Inn (Kingston)
A covered porch with hanging flower baskets, a stone wall, and a small waterfall. - The Secret Garden B&B Inn (Kingston)
A formal living room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a dining area with wooden furniture. - The Secret Garden B&B Inn (Kingston)
A staircase with a stained glass window featuring various designs and a chandelier. - The Secret Garden B&B Inn (Kingston)
A spacious entryway with hardwood floors, a chandelier, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items. - The Secret Garden B&B Inn (Kingston)
Located close to Grand Theatre and Kingston City Hall, The Secret Garden B&B Inn provides concerts and live shows, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a Japanese garden and a library.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

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Room options

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

A four-poster bed with a green bedspread, a wooden chair with floral upholstery, a red lamp on a side table, and a white door in a room with wooden flooring and a purple rug.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Brandt)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (McKay)

A four-poster bed with floral bedding, a fireplace, and a chandelier.

Room, 1 King Bed (McKay)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden door with a nameplate, a window with patterned curtains, and a blue patterned rug.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Bader)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a small round table, and a blue chair.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Coverdale)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

A narrow hallway with a wooden floor, a patterned rug, two chairs, a bed with a yellow and white bedspread, a painting on the wall, and a door labeled "LASALLE".

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Lasalle)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a television, and a mirror.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Limestone)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 1 Queen Bed (Martello)

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden floor, a chandelier, and a door labeled "Martello".

Room 1 Queen Bed (Martello)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located on a lake, The Secret Garden B&B Inn is in Downtown Kingston, a neighborhood in Kingston. Grand Theatre and Kingston Penitentiary are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Fort Henry and Kingston Mills. Queen's University and Kingston Waterfront are two other places to visit that come recommended. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like horse riding, skydiving, and ecotours, or hop on a bike rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around the aera. Visit our Kingston travel guide
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73 Sydenham Street South, Kingston, ON, K7L 3H3

What's nearby

  • A historic stone building with a turret and a large arched window.
    Queen's University
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A historic tower with a red roof, surrounded by boats and trees in a marina setting.
    Kingston Waterfront
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A historic building with a central dome and clock tower, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a paved walkway.
    Kingston City Hall
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grand Theatre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Slush Puppie Place
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Crave Coffee House and Bakery
    6 min walk
  • Starbucks
    6 min walk
  • Balzac's Coffee
    5 min walk
  • The Works Gourmet Burger Bistro
    5 min walk
  • Cambodiana Restaurant
    4 min walk

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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
  • Built in 1888
  • Living plant wall
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • 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
  • 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
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
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

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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, Grand Theatre, and Kingston Waterfront. Kingston City Hall and Kingston Penitentiary are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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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

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 350 out of 445 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 445 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 445 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 445 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 445 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The staff went above our expectations to accommodate our early arrival. Breakfast was delicious, the inn was charming and the garden was lovely. ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Beautiful property with gorgeous gardens. Staff are lovely and the breakfast was very nice. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I thought the property was lovely. Very well run with excellent customer service. Would recommend to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely setting, great location and comfortable room - great mix of charm and modern amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent for a couples getaway. Incredible place to stay. Very convenient to downtown Kingston. Property was beautiful. Rooms were extremely comfortable. Breakfast was outstanding. Staff were incredibly attentive and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast in the morning was lovely and complimentary! The host even allowed us to eat earlier than the regular breakfast hours to accommodate my work schedule. Just note that if you pick the La Salle room, the bathroom is private and you receive a key for it, but it is down the hall and around the corner from your room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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So cute and cozy, great breakfast, comfortable accommodation, and kind staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful stay! The location is perfect, easy walk to downtown and the waterfront. Or room was very nice, extremely comfortable bed. Isja was exceptional, warm welcome and attentive. The breakfast was amazing and so nice to eat out on the beautiful patio.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place. Felt very welcomed. Beds comfy, clean. The breakfast was amazing. The balcony was an added touch to have a glass of wine and relax. Would stay there again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff where great and knowledgeable, Landscaping outstanding and the breakfast was 10 out of 10
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The most comfortable bed and bedding. Breakfast was delicious and very elegant Whole place is elegant and well attended to. Gardens are beautiful We stayed in the Bader room . It was lovely Will definitely return
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was an incredible stay. Very welcoming staff and beautiful bed and breakfast. Will certainly be coming back in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our stay was exceptional. A cozy b&b with the friendliest staff in the heart of such an amazing city. We are looking forward to our next stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our room was absolutely gorgeous! Extremely comfortable bed. So quaint and breakfast was delicious. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Walk to downtown. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful stay at this B&B- everything was above and beyond what we expected. The staff ere exceptionally helpful and made us feel completely at home from the moment we arrived. They even stored our e-bikes for us during our stay which was a huge help and much appreciated. The breakfast and service was excellent. I highly reccommend this unique and charming B&B.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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The breakfasts were delicious
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the Cloverdale room!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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It was easy walking distance to restaurants and other amenities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I enjoyed staying in this historic inn. I admire the stained glass windows, high ceilings , chandeliers and intricate millwork. The garden is so fresh, vibrant and fragrant. The babbling water feature leading to the koi pond was relaxing. The staff gave attentive service starting with emails answering my questions. The breakfasts were lovely and afternoon tea was a pleasure. The location was easily walkable to the waterfront and downtown shops. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Always a wonderful stay at this B&B. The rooms are well thought out and beds super comfortable. The staff and owners willing to go the extra mile to make you feel at home. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

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An excellent presentation of breakfast and tasteful. The morning staff was very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room we were at was beautifully decorated Victorian style. Breakfast was great and served individually to guests with smiling, caring attitude. The only thing is becuz it’s a very old building, there is no elevator and no ground floor rooms. So you need to be able to walk up the stairs. The description access to beach and gym does not mean they have it in the property. It means walkable 7-10 minutes. I can recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, lovely safe and clean place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very welcoming, comfortable and breakfast was delicious! Would definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

This is a delightful quiet Victorian home with all of the modern touches but retaining the grandeur of another era The staff were fantastic A fabulous place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026