Our favorite romantic stays and hidden gems
The Secret Garden is an exclusive manor house located in the historic center of Bruges, Flanders, Belgium. You're right on the banks of the Groenerei, Bruges' most beautiful canal. This is undoubtedly one of the most romantic accommodations in Bruges, and indeed in Belgium! It has been selected by the Michelin Guide.
Reservation
We advise you to book your stay at The Secret Garden via Booking.com, which often offers free cancellation. Send us a message on Instagram if you go, it would make us super happy.
Our stay
We tried out The Secret Garden (the first place we tested for Let's Go My Love!) and came away delighted. It's worthy of a 5-star hotel, but with an intimacy and warmth rarely seen in a luxury hotel. A real secret gem in Bruges.
The house
On the spot, Heidi welcomes you with a big smile. Communication is done in Dutch, French, German or English. The welcome is very pleasant, warm and friendly. When the weather is nice, a welcome drink is offered near the pool.
When you discover the house, you get that feeling of being in the countryside, it's very special. There's a magnificent garden planted with trees, a heated outdoor swimming pool, a private whirlpool bath and 4 luxurious suites, some with fireplaces. The decor includes luxurious furniture, fresh flowers, sumptuous fabrics and antiques from around the world. The atmosphere is unique.
The suites
1 • Fuchsia Suite • Photo • 🌺
2 • Garden Suite • Photo • 🌿
3 • Red Suite • Photo • 🌹
4 • Golden Suite • Photo • 🪞
Depending on the suite you choose, you'll enjoy the following amenities: king-size bedding, private bathroom, free-standing or in-floor bathtub, open fireplace in some suites, Hermès home products, music speakers throughout the suite, TV, coffee machine and wifi.
Breakfast
In the morning, a fabulous champagne breakfast is served in the dining room or in the comfort of your suite. On the menu: freshly squeezed orange juice, pastries, smoked salmon, scrambled eggs, ham, cheese, fruit salad, tea and cappuccino.
The spa
During the day, there's a private Jacuzzi indoors that you can book for 1 hour, with honesty bar and open fire to relax with your loved ones. Don't forget to book your time with Heidi on arrival. Outside, you'll find a magnificent heated outdoor pool in the heart of an intimate wooded garden. There are deckchairs to relax on. It's a magical place.
Waterfront location
The Secret Garden is located in Bruges, West Flanders, Belgium, on the Groenerei canal. The canal is 400 meters long and starts at the Rosary quay (near the fish market) and ends at the junction of the Coupure and Sint-Annarei canals. The Belfry is only a 5 minute walk away.
The town is the epitome of romance, thanks to its medieval charm. It's like being back in the Middle Ages. Take a romantic stroll through the city outside of the busy tourist season, wander around at random, cross a few romantic bridges and discover the most secret and mystical facets of the Flemish soul.
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Yes, you have your own private Jacuzzi, but it's not in your room. It's located on the first floor in a charming room with honesty bar and fireplace.
Yes, there is a lovely outdoor heated swimming pool in the garden with some sun loungers, in a very pretty courtyard with trees.
Yes, many of the suites include a marble bathtub and one of the suites even has a marble bathtub built into the floor. A real treat!
Yes, one of the suites offers a cosy gas fireplace in the room, located right next to the dining table.
Yes, the champagne breakfast is included in the amount of the reservation.
Yes, this is probably one of the most romantic accommodations in Bruges and even in Belgium!
No, there is no restaurant in the hotel but there are many restaurants in the area.
No, animals are not allowed.
