The convents' accommodation features 40 rooms with 1 to 4 beds each. Baths are shared. Men, women and families are welcome.
According to tradition, hundreds of years ago the area was settled by a group of Andalusians fleeing the invading Moors. During those tumultuous years, the religious images they carried were often hidden in caves to protect them from the marauders. Due to an apparition of Mary, one of the hiding places chosen by the fleeing Andalusians later became a pilgrimage site. Around the year 1000, a small chapel was built on the site. In the 16th century, the first community of Dominican friars founded the convent. They remained in residence until the mid-1800s when they temporarily abandoned the convent during the suppression of the religious orders.
All meals can be included with the lodging. According to the father, ”The food is very good, some people come just to eat here.”
Towels and linens are provided. There is a meeting room available to guests.
Benedictine
Accommodation within monastery
Child friendly
Full Board available
Linen included
Towels included
Restaurant
Recommended walks
Gardens
By car: From Santander take route A67 west to route N611 south past Reinosa to Puerto Pozazal and then head southeast on route S614 to Polientes and the convent.
By train: From Madrid or Santander, get off at Reinosa and take a taxi to Montesclaros (20 km).
By bus: From León/Salamanca/Bilbao there are buses to Reinosa. From Reinosa take a taxi to Montesclaros.
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