I had the sense that the world was a good and gentle place, and realized that there would always be room for me, here at the monastery. Calif. If you stay in a monastery A peaceful and simple alternative to other lodging in Spain, monasteries offer an opportunity to meet people and to share in a sense of community that is all too rare when traveling. Plan to make such reservations months in advance. Meal times are generally set, and you may be asked to tidy your room at the end of your stay. At the Monasterio de la Oliva, guests are asked to change the sheets before leaving.
Some monasteries restrict lodging to men or women only.