Many ancient convents, monasteries, and towers are now luxury hotels and popular for high-end luxury stays.
The Fresco Room in an ancient convent turned Relais in Umbria
The Relais Borgo Campello is located in a tranquil and picturesque Spoleto valley, not far from Spoleto in Umbria, in what used to be the Convent of Saints John and Peter.. The Relais has many guestrooms in the former cells once inhabited by monks, including the precious Fresco Room with frescoes dating back to 1342, while there are other rooms in the castle. To unwin there is a spa and for culinary delights the Sapori nel Borgo Restaurant awaits.
A suite in the chapel of a former monastery in Sicily
An ancient Benedictine monastery nestled in the heart of the Syracuse countryside, just a few kilometers from the sea, has been transformed into an elegant villa with beautiful rooms and suites and views of the golf course. The crown jewel of Borgo di Luce I Monasteri dei Mira Hotels & Resorts is the suite created within a former cult chapel, making it one of the remarkable residences in this extra-urban abode that features 102 elegantly furnished rooms and suites. Set amidst 200 hectares of parkland and 20 kilometres from the sea, this is the heart of Sicilian Baroque.
Former convent and monastery hotels in Emilia
In Emilia, a region known for its castles that rise among the Apennine landscapes, cities of art, and ancient convents, many religious buildings have been converted into unique hotels in Parma, Piacenza, and Reggio Emilia. Explore these hidden gems with Visit Emilia, the Land of the Slow Mix. The former monastery of Fontevivo in Parma, next to the renowned Cistercian abbey, has been transformed into the Relais Fontevivo hotel. Here, you can savour Emilian dishes at the 12 Monaci Restaurant in the ancient Refectory Hall, and stay in rooms once occupied by seminarians, in a peaceful oasis surrounded by nature.
