Loved it.

Convenient location near mission and 101. Charming property with outdoor space to relax in nice weather. Cozy, old fashioned room. Gracious hostess. Real breakfast. Comfortable bed. Nice amenities. This was my second stay and I have recommended to friends.

We had a great time! Service was amazing and the property was so cute. The hot tub and bath were both in great condition and were exactly what we were hoping they would be. The included breakfast was also great and came as a nice surprise (we didn't know this ahead of time)

This was one of the best experiences I've had. We reserved two cottages and one room to attend the premiere of our film at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Dominique was so lovely and gracious. Her breakfast options are outstanding and delicious! The cottages are beautiful – truly a home away from home. This is absolutely a place I will return to. Thank you, Dominique for making us feel so welcome!!

We spent a weekend at the Secret Garden Inn and Cottages, and it was awesome. We were in town for the Santa Barbara Film Festival, and the friendly service and those extra little touches really impressed us. Great experience!

The most darling spot in Santa Barbara! Super close to downtown while still feeling cozy and intimate. Breakfast is made fresh and is so lovely! Will definitely be back!

We wanted to get away from it all after one of our cats died unexpectedly. It was so hard finding a place we could go with our other two cats, but thankfully we stumble upon this charming place. The room was perfect, with tasteful decor, pretty bathroom tiles and a very comfy bed. We booked the garden room which had a lovely yard where we ate our breakfast daily, which is included! We got delicious croissants both days, cantaloupe and yogurt and yummy plum jam, and my boyfriend got eggs. They even brought it to the room! We felt very pampered and everyone we told about it was so jealous of our stay. The innkeeper is so nice and I loved her cat Peanut, who reminded me a lot of the cat we just lost. Every interaction with the innkeeper and her staff was lovely and pleasant, we would definitely stay again. If you're looking for a cat-friendly stay you can't do better! Even if you don't have cats it's a really beautiful and peaceful retreat and we would definitely recommend it!

We have been coming since 1983. Dominique has been our host for the last 25 years. Her breakfasts are pleasing to the palette and the eye. Our “Garden” room is cozy and spacious. Lots of room to spread out. The weather was friendly as is the town of Santa Barbara.

Great location! Host was kind and let us check in a bit early. I loved the homemade croissants!! Having the private spa was great as well

We are repeat guests which says it all. The breakfast is wonderful, as is the conversation with Dominique. I, unfortunately, lost my watch someplace, but that is my carelessness.

Really comfy cottages. Good breakfast. Informative and friendly host. Location is close to everything in Santa Barbara

How often when you go to a fabulous location for vacation (or business) -- like Santa Barbara -- does the place you choose to stay end up being the highlight of your visit? It may very well happen with The Secret Garden. Every aspect of it. The great ROOMS, most of them in cute cottages situated amidst a large fabulous garden behind the classic house, are comfortable and spacious. The FOOD, in the form of a varied, unique European breakfast personally made for you and -- you choose -- delivered to your room, served in the beautiful dining room of the home, or best (in my mind), enjoyed sitting in the middle of the garden out back-- plus wine and snacks at the end of the day -- is nothing short of terrific, always different and delish. The PROPRIETOR, the delightful, knowledgeable French owner for more than 25 years, Dominique, will go out of her way to answer your Santa Barbara questions, show you the antique- and art-filled home if you just ask (beautiful stuff, some of it for sale), and provide whatever else you need. ...all of this making The Secret Garden a perfectly located, intimate, super-comfy, and fun home away from home to top off your stay in Santa Barbara. There's no question! So stop searching and give Dominique a call. (We recently calculated we've been there 10+ times in 20+ years.) It will cap off a great visit, in comfort and style!

(Translated by Google) Everything was perfect. Friendly welcome in French with good advice on visits. Charming, quiet and green place. Excellent breakfast. Walking distance to downtown Santa Barbara and the Mission. (Original) Tout était parfait. Accueil sympathique en français avec de bons conseils de visites . Endroit charmant, calme et verdoyant. Excellent petit déjeuner. Proche à pied du centre de Santa Barbara et de la Mission.

Such a cute little spot in a quiet neighborhood not far from downtown and all the action. Safe, secure, easy check in and checkout. Highly recommend and will definitely be back!

The Secret Garden is beautiful! The rooms and property are so charming and inviting. Dominique was an amazing host, greeting us with maps and ideas of activities to do in the area. The property is quiet and so close to so many attractions like the mission, State Street, and beach. We even biked to many of them from the property. The beds are so comfy, and the breakfast was amazing! There is plenty of parking on site. I would recommend this bed and breakfast in a heartbeat and definitely plan on staying again!

Amazing stay at the Secret Garden. Our first time in SB was memorable, from the jacuzzi, breakfast, amazing location - will be coming back again. Thanks Dominque!

The accommodations are lovely and the homemade fresh breakfast is to die for! I love this place and will keep coming back!

Comfortable, cozy, and charming! And the homemade breakfast tray was out of this world. Definitely recommend!