This lovely old monastery offered 'no frills' but a good welcome, and a superb, quiet location inside the walls for a reasonable price.
The monastery and church can only be described as works of art in a little town that is also an architectural masterpiece. Its like stepping back in time. The monastery hospitality is old-fashioned as well - in the nicest possible way. Just loved it and can't wait to return again one day.
The monastery guest house is managed by sisters of the Benedettine Vallumbrosan Order, a closed community of nuns who are dedicated to work, prayer and offering hospitality. The convent environment is warm and inviting and travellers and pilgrims are welcomed with gracious hospitality.
The monastery guest house is open to to all travellers wishing to spend a few days in San Gimignano, combining cultural activities with a peaceful stay in comfortable and quiet surroundings. The facilities of the guest house are simple but adequate and the whole complex sparkles with cleanliness. Guest rooms for up to 5 people are available. All guest rooms have en suite bathrooms.A light breakfast is 3 euro extra.
The location, a few minutes walk from the heart of this enchanting little hill town is priceless. Even more so after the last tour bus departs at 3 pm and the locals venture out on to the streets.
Guests can come and go as they please and there is no curfew. Many of the guest rooms have views over the Tuscan hills.The guest house is a good choice for budget travellers looking for clean, inexpensive, safe and well located accommodation in this lovely walled town.
The 14th century Church of San Jacobo is adjacent to the convent and is well worth visiting, not only for spiritual reasons, but also for the frescoes and artworks inside. The sisters are the keepers of the keys to the church.
| Room types | Prices per room from* | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Single with private bathroom | EUR 35.00 | Breakfast - €3 per person. |
| Twin beds with private bathroom | EUR 70.00 | Breakfast - €3 per person. |
| Triple with private bathroom | EUR 90.00 | Breakfast - €3 per person. |
| Quadruple with private bathroom | EUR 120.00 | Breakfast - €3 per person. |
| Multi-beds with private bathroom | EUR 150.00 | Breakfast - €3 per person. |
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