Can you imagine anything more peaceful than wandering the sacred halls of a former monastery? How about sleeping in one? Religious sites around the world are being renovated and converted into luxury hotels and properties with stunning interiors and matching views. These redesigned relics become peaceful oases for travelers looking for a respite after a day of cobblestone streets and exploring ancient cities.
Book a massage under the original vaulted stone ceilings, admire religious antiquities, or wander through centuries-old medicinal gardens while the waves rush in the distance. From a 15th century monastery on a Croatian island to a 17th century Roman Catholic monastery in the heart of San Juan, here are six of the most spectacular monasteries and monasteries that have become luxury accommodations around the world.
