We're thinking of getting accommodations in monasteries or convents while touring Italy. Have you experienced this, and would you recommend it?
Posted by
sauk rapids, mn
267 posts
check out alma domus in siena
Posted by
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
510 posts
I have and highly recommend those that Rick lists in his Italy books. Also, you can consult http://www.monasterystays.com/
I've not used the service, but have found it a good resource. Perhaps others have used it. I don't like paying a booking fee if I don't have to.
Posted by
Adelaide, Australia
20 posts
Hi
I'm planning to use www.monasterystays.com as they have good feedback from past customers on their website and I can't be bothered with the bother of communicating in a foreign language.
All the articles I've read suggest staying in a monastery is good value- no minibars but clean, simple accommodation- what more do you want?
Posted by
Lake Forest, CA
206 posts
On our first trip to Rome we stayed in a convent (don't remember name at moment) located a few blocks from the train station. Very nice. Very clean. It had a curfew which, as I recall was 11pm. We found it online and made reservation via email.
Posted by
Bay Area
3551 posts
I loved it. and most al well priced but not all. I recom the one in Cortona (pking incl)and Orvieto. Skip the meals they are ess. bread and weak coffee.