THE SECRET GARDEN INN, Kingston

The Secret Garden Inn - A Victorian manor with afternoon tea service, garden views, and award-winning culinary offerings

Located in the historic Sydenham Ward, this 4-star Kingston hotel occupies an 1888 Victorian mansion with original stained-glass windows. The Secret Garden Inn features six uniquely designed rooms, each equipped with gas fireplaces, en-suite bathrooms, and garden or city views. Guests receive complimentary gourmet breakfast served between 8-10 AM, featuring locally-sourced ingredients and Mountain View Estates Coffee. The property's dining program includes a 5-course fondue menu and Victorian afternoon tea service with house-made delicacies presented on custom-made tiered stands by local artisans. The Secret Garden Inn provides free WiFi, private parking for 8 vehicles, and tablet devices with local area information. Situated 0.5 miles from Kingston Waterfront and City Hall, the property offers easy access to restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions.

Pros

House-crafted cocktails feature herbs from the property's gardens

Custom-made serving pieces by local blacksmith Stefan Duerst and potter Mark Lemieux

Flexible check-in times with luggage storage available

24-hour on-site innkeeper assistance

Cons

No elevator access in this historic building

Limited on-site parking with only 8 spaces