We stayed at the Secret Garden for 6 days and had the most amazing experience there thanks to the hospitality and generosity of the owners Peter, Pai and Isabel. Even though the hotel is a little ways out of Chiang Mai, they always made sure we had a ride to town. Isabel contacted us before our arrival to arrange for a pick-up from the train station and it was great to have a ride waiting for us when we arrived.
We stayed at the Family villa and it was spacious and private with a large veranda overlooking the beautiful countryside. There was plenty of room for us and our two kids. We felt safe allowing the kids to roam around the resort as it felt like at home.
The most generous breakfast was provided every morning prepared by Pai, Isabel and their helpers. Each evening they also prepared delicious Thai dinners that we all very much enjoyed. In fact, we stayed at the resort for dinner every evening just to find out the next dish that Pai was going to serve. She also allowed guests into the kitchen to watch her cooking and our 11 year old son got to participate hands on in the cooking process!
Isabel was very helpful to give us advice on local events and things to do and she always anticipated our every need. We have not received this kind of care and attention from any other place we have stayed at during our trip to Thailand.
We would certainly recommend this place to anyone!