Former Monastery Hotels, Resorts, Country Houses in Europe

San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel

Resort in Taormina,

Italy

9.5

Excellent

From $1,132

Former Monastery Resort

The hotel, housed in a former 14th-century monastery, retains its classic façade and soaring ceilings, and many of the guestrooms come with private terraces.

Augustine, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Prague

Hotel in Prague,

Czech Republic

9.0

Excellent

From $340

Former Monastery Hotel

Augustine, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Prague is the quintessence of Prague's history, character and beauty. As part of the Luxury Collection, Augustine defines the destination with its deep history and energy inspired by the 13th century Augustine monastery, which is interconnected with the hotel and still active with four monks living there. The hotel is directly connected to Baroque St. Thomas Church and offers special tours where guests may experience an authentic Augustinian monastery and a 13th century library without stepping outside of the hotel.

Monastero Santa Rosa Hotel & Spa

Hotel in Conca dei Marini,

Italy

9.9

Excellent

From $800

Former Monastery Hotel

Originally built in the late 17th century, the monastery came to life through the ambition of Sister Rosa Pandolfi, a descendant of the noble family Pontone di Scala who had taken up residence in Conca dei Marini. Finally it was purchased by a Roman hotelier Mr. Marcucci, who recognised the property’s historic value and the old convent was transformed into a hotel in 1924. Esteemed for its authentic simplicity typical of monastic life, the Hotel Santa Rosa became one of the 39 castle hotels of Italy. The hotel’s motto was “At each window, the sun."

Pousada Mosteiro de Guimaraes

Hotel in Guimaraes,

Portugal

9.2

Excellent

From $88

Former Monastery Hotel

The monastery was built in the 12th century by the mother of Portugal's first King, to honour Saint Marinha, the patron saint of women about to give birth, since she went through some difficult pregnancies. Various changes were made to the monastery's architecture and structure through the centuries, resulting in the building having Gothic, Classical, as well as Romanesque elements.

Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam

Hotel in Amsterdam,

Netherlands

9.0

Excellent

From $451

Former Monastery Hotel

Originally built in the 15th century as two separate buildings, St. Katherine’s and St. Cecily’s convents, the building was used as a monastery throughout the Middle Ages. Later on, it was given to the town of Amsterdam that erected another building that connected the two and used it as a town hall. In the 17th century, Napoleon's brother used it as his residence, and around 1992 it was remade into a hotel.

Castilla Termal Valbuena

Hotel in Valbuena de Duero,

Spain

9.3

Excellent

From $249

Former Monastery Hotel

This charming luxury hotel in the Spanish countryside is housed in a 12th century former monastery, which is also the best preserved monastery in the entirety of Europe.

Convento do Espinheiro, Historic Hotel & Spa

Hotel in Evora,

Portugal

9.1

Excellent

From $163

Former Monastery Hotel

Fascinating for its history, authentic for its charm and only one hour away from Lisbon, the hotel has given new life to a 15th century convent, considered a national monument, where important nobles throughout history helped shape Portugal's destiny.

Dominating the Alentejo plain lies Évora, a city of outstanding beauty, and classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, it is a treasure with much to offer, not only historically and culturally, but also in gastronomy.

Parador de Santo Estevo

Hotel in San Esteban,

Spain

9.0

Excellent

From $90

Former Monastery Hotel

The hotel is housed in a former monastery, the origins of which are believed to date back to the 6th and 7th centuries. It is easy to distinguish elements of the baroque and romanesque styles and the building has three incredible cloisters: one Romanesque, one Gothic and the third in Renaissance style, where you can spend a peaceful evening in a subdued atmosphere with the soft sounds of religious music as an accompaniment. Its beauty and historical features led the building to be declared a historic-artistic site in 1923.

Castel Monastero - The Leading Hotels of the World

Hotel in Castelnuovo Berardenga,

Italy

8.9

Excellent

From $468

Former Monastery Hotel

Castel Monastero is a charming former monastery, the origins of which date as far back as the 11th century. Frequently mentioned alongside the nearby Berardenga Abbey, Castel Monastero still retains much of its old grandeur and offers guests the most wonderful stay in this historic property and town.

Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel

Hotel in Amalfi,

Italy

9.1

Excellent

From $693

Former Monastery Hotel

This luxury hotel, converted from a 13th-century Capuchin convent, retains its original cloister and church, providing a historic and peaceful ambiance. Its cliffside location offers spectacular views of Amalfi and the Mediterranean Coast, creating an unforgettable retreat.

Hotel Klosterbräu

Hotel in Seefeld in Tirol,

Austria

9.3

Excellent

From $409

Former Monastery Hotel

The origins of the monastery, which has now been turned into a 5-star hotel in a class of its own, date back to 1516.

Abbazia San Pietro In Valle

Country House in Ferentillo,

Italy

9.1

Excellent

From $153

Former Monastery Country House

Abbazia San Pietro In Valle is a charming historic hotel that was formerly an abbey. Initially constructed in the 8th century, the abbey was partially destroyed throughout the centuries and was rebuilt again in the 10th and 11th centuries. The abbey passed through the hands of various families, until it was acquired by the Costanzi family who restored it last in 1998. Some of the cells in which monks used to reside have now been turned into lovely guestrooms. There is also a church in the hotel grounds, which still operates in the weekends.

Parador de Granada

Hotel in Granada,

Spain

8.5

Very Good

From $304

Former Monastery Hotel

Located in the majestic region of Alhambra, this monastery was built in the 15th century by Queen Isabel, when the Christians retook the city from the Moors who were reigning there for many hundreds of years. The architecture and style of the building reflects this amalgamation of Arab and Christian elements that was characteristic of the era. After Isabel and her husband Ferdinand died, they were buried in the monastery's grounds, and a chapel was erected in their memory. Through the ages, the building has been used as barracks, home for the elderly, school, and so on, until it was made into a parador in 1944.

Eurostars Monumento Monasterio de San Clodio Hotel

Hotel in Leiro,

Spain

8.8

Excellent

From $130

Former Monastery Hotel

Initially constructed as a Cistercian monastery in the 12th century, the building where this hotel is housed today accommodated the Cistercian monks, the Benedictine friars later on, until it was turned into a historic hotel by the government of Galicia. Guests can still marvel at the hotel's structure with its stone walls and cloisters, which will make them travel back in time.

Abbaye de la Bussière

Hotel in La Bussiere-sur-Ouche,

France

8.5

Very Good

From $309

Former Monastery Hotel

The establishment was built in the 12th century as a Cistercian abbey and for many years it was home to many monks who occupied Burgundy at the time. Throughout the centuries, the abbey suffered many destructions and renovations, during which the monks were forced to leave its premises. In the 19th century, the Baron d’Oissel renovated the abbey once more, this time giving its buildings a neo-gothic style, closer to what it looks like today. After being used as a place for spiritual retreat for many decades, in 2005 it was sold to an English couple who decided to turn it into a hotel.

Hotel Certosa Di Maggiano

Hotel in Siena,

Italy

9.6

Excellent

From $255

Former Monastery Hotel

The only hotel in Siena able to offer you the privilege to live within the quiteness of the Tuscan countryside just few minutes away from the city. A former Carthusian monastery built in 1314, the Certosa di Maggiano has been first restored as a private home and it's only in 1978 that it has been transformed into a luxury Hotel.
Immersed within 6 acres of parks and gardens, the Hotel Certosa offers to its visitors all the typical amenities of a luxury hotel with the addition of a gourmet restaurant, Il Canto, which it has been inducted since 2010 among the world's best 50 restaurants.
Nature, tradition, relax, elegance, taste and a touch of discreet exclusivity, those are the credentials that make the Hotel Certosa di Maggiano the most prestigious hotel in Siena for the past 40 years.

Parador de Monforte de Lemos

Hotel in Monforte de Lemos,

Spain

8.6

Very Good

From $74

Former Monastery Hotel

The monastery was initially constructed during the 9th century, but the building that exists today was reconstructed in the 17th century, featuring a neoclassical cloister which is now ideal for events.

Boutiquehotel Kloster Pfalzel

Hotel in Trier,

Germany

8.7

Very Good

From $133

Former Monastery Hotel

This boutique hotel is set in a former convent, offering a unique and intimate experience in Trier. Its historic architecture, combined with modern comforts, provides a tranquil and charming retreat.

Klosterhotel Wöltingerode

Hotel in Goslar,

Germany

8.5

Very Good

From $73

Former Monastery Hotel

This hotel is located in a former monastery, offering a unique blend of history and hospitality in Goslar. It features well-preserved architecture, a peaceful atmosphere, and comfortable accommodations.

Hotel Altes Kloster

Hotel in Hainburg an der Donau,

Austria

8.6

Very Good

From $100

Former Monastery Hotel

This hotel is housed in a historic monastery, providing a charming and tranquil retreat in Hainburg an der Donau. Its well-preserved architecture and peaceful setting offer a unique and relaxing experience.

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