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Secret Garden Inn and Cottages

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Mission Santa Barbara

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Enjoy al fresco dining and social gatherings in this serene patio area surrounded by lush greenery and mature trees.
Cozy living room with a fireplace, bookshelf, and two armchairs, perfect for relaxing.
Stroll through the beautifully maintained garden, surrounded by lush vegetation and a brick pathway.
Relax in a warm and inviting living space with a comfortable seating area, fireplace, and television.
Welcome to the Secret Garden Inn and Cottages, where a charming entrance invites you to step inside.

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Room, Private Bathroom (Mockingbird) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Private Bathroom (Mockingbird)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Whippoorwill) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Private Bathroom (Whippoorwill)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Day bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Oriole) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Private Bathroom (Oriole)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Meadowlark) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Private Bathroom (Meadowlark)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Garden) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Private Bathroom (Garden)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Hummingbird) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Private Bathroom (Hummingbird)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Cardinal) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Private Bathroom (Cardinal)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Day bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Bobwhite) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Private Bathroom (Bobwhite)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (Wood Thrush) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (Wood Thrush)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Kingfisher) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Private Bathroom (Kingfisher)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Nightingale) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Private Bathroom (Nightingale)

Highlights

Patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1908 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Mission Santa Barbara - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Santa Barbara Natural History Museum - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 4 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 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 assistance, and meeting rooms
  • Wedding services, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Secret Garden Inn and Cottages feature perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, 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 transportation

  • 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 elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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 age 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
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.00 per night

Property 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 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
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 elevators
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 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?

Check-out 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).

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Secret Garden Inn and Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 385 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 341 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1003 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

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incredible place with outstanding service!

Very beautiful establishment with incredible natural surroundings and the Innkeeper delivering amazing service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite place to stay in Santa Barbara. The only drawback is the parking but it is what it is and can be worked out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura Anaya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place with very friendly staff! It.felt very safe!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siu

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

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While I'm glad there's available parking, the parking area is a tight area that makes getting in and out a bit tricky. Sometimes, you need another person to navigate you out of there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genise

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

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

8/10 Good

Lucie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sweet cottage with charm and personality. Not just a boring hotel room. We had two rooms to spread out. Pretty gardens. Lovely staff who accommodated special dietary requests for breakfast. Note that it’s a drive to the beach and main shopping. Not the most convenient part of town but walkable to some shops and dining (like McConnells ice cream). The rooms are more vintage which we loved. French press coffee was delicious. Our room also had a small fridge and a microwave
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Klaus

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

10/10 Excellent

William E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice garden /patio
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property. Our room, Bobwhite, while small, was comfortable for the two of us. Breakfast in the garden was outstanding! Owner and staff did an excellent job. I would stay there again and recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Cozy cabin. Old style. Great breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

John

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

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

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

belgin

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

8/10 Good

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dominique and her staff are friendly and welcoming. The Secret Garden has a feel of staying at a friends home. Breakfasts are delicious, and location is very convienent to most of what Santa Barbara has to offer, a great and quiet walking neighborhood too. It is important to note there is a sweet cat named Peanut living there, but if you have allergies, be aware!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming

Charming bed and breakfast. Owner was very welcoming and breakfast excellent. Our only complaint was a broken window shade which resulted in a warm room on a hot day. However, the air conditioning was able to control the temperature, once turned on.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashton

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025