Secret Garden Chiangmai

The Secret Garden holds a very special place in our hearts. Our first visit was in January 2014. During this time we made lifelong friends with another couple. Our goal was to someday return to the Secret Garden to relive the magic of this enchanted place. Not only are the gardens beautiful and serene, the owners and their staff make your stay a very special experience. While not fancy, the cottages are spotlessly clean, beds are comfy and a service kitchen allows you to keep some drinks and food on hand. But do not eat in your room, because for 195 THB ( about $6) Chef Pai and her sous chefs will make you the most amazing dinner and the full breakfasts are included. Isabel, who we first met when she was 18, is the daughter of Chef Pai and Peter, the inspiration for the Secret Garden. Isabel runs the daily operations with such attentiveness and warmth. We feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to return in December 2024.

I titled my review essentially the same as i did in April, 2023!! Yes, I went back to the same and even greater experience than in April of 2023! Smooth pick up at the airport and greeted by Pai the wife of the owner. I was escorted directly to my room with no one concerned about Payment as that is far down the line in there eyes! YOU matter first and your comfort and needs! It has not changed! Peter, the owner is his usual pleasant self and a great conversationalist! The first Bungalow i had was the same one i had back in April 2023. Such a well organized bungalow just right for me. But i wanted to try a different one so i was moved to one closer to the dining area like one minute away, haha! It was even better than the one i was staying in. Aircon, microwave, fan, TV with MANY international stations, bed was comfortable and well suited for my needs! I am on a particularly odd diet due to health reasons. So Khun Pai and Isabel (daughter of Peter and Pai who is ABSOLUTELY A WONDERFUL LADY) They saw to it I had just the right foods for my meals. Way far and above that you would expect from ANY other resort! They did not have to care that much BUT they DID!! All the staff were very pleasant although many could not speak English. Cleaning staff were great! They saw when i was at breakfast and then go quickly to clean my bungalow! I always tipped then with Bhat and chocolates! I was there during the rainy season. Isabel brought me an evening meal when it was raining. I had no problems with the 2 bungalows i stayed. Someone was always there to assist or answer any questions. WELL YES! It is in a peaceful setting. Lovely scrubs, plants, flowers with you waking up to the birds singing. Its a Marvelous resort for families, with a pool tool OLD or YOUNG it is a GREAT, GO TO RESORT! I will be back, see i have to go back. Time is limited. Make it a mission to experience SECRET GARDEN You, as i said before, will not regret your stay! Thanks Peter, Pai AND OF COURSE "ISABEL'!

The perfect place to enjoy Thai culture, relax, shop if you want, visit markets, or just sit by the pool & read. Nothing is too much trouble for our lovely hosts Peter, Pai & Isabel.. and all the staff/family. Great location, close to downtown Bo Sang, and near rural community. Our 1st visit was 12 years ago.. and will definitely return.