Description and Notice
Dinner prepared by the monks.
Contact Info
Parochial

Monasterio de Zenarruza
48279 Vizcaya
Spain

Monasterio de Zenarruza
Landline
+34 946 164 179
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Practical Info
Months open
ALL YEAR
Open
15:30
Close
21:00
Total Beds
21
Price
Donativo
Pilgrim only?
Yes
Pet Friendly
Yes
Camino de Santiago Accommodation: Albergue de peregrinos del monasterio de Zenarruza
Kitchen
Microwave
Yes
Facilities
Dining room
Yes
Lounge
Yes
Terrace
Yes
Food
Breakfast
Yes
Dinner
Yes

Comments

29. August 2022 - 20:20

Camino de Sant… (not verified)

This albergue is an actual pilgrim's refuge. They don't ask for specific donation but have a box inside the room, which is nicer than a fee. The place is welcoming, they offer you dinner, facilities and a ceremony at 930pm where they pray the pilgrim's blessing. The atmosphere is aligned with the camino experience contrasting with other albergues and hostels.

14. July 2022 - 17:16

Camino de Sant… (not verified)

Great place to stay after a long day. The monks invited our group to watch their songs/prayers in evening, felt like traveling back in time, whether you are religious or not. Simple lovely food and facilities, and an amazing mountain view all evening. Also gives a great chance to spend time with the other pilgrims you have met on the way. And their home brewed beer was delicious! Highly recommended.

22. May 2022 - 17:14

michael

Had a wonderful experience here! The place is simple, but offers all you need. Communal dinner at 8. Open for registration from 15.30 tot 19.00. No use in showing up earlier. They sell homebrewed beer in the shop, definitely recommended! No facilities near. Get a bed in the downstairs room. Way better than the one upstairs (which is also the kitchen).

12. October 2016 - 22:32

michael

Nous n'avons pas dormi au monastère mais nous sommes allés y faire un tour. Endroit paisible. Il y a au moins 2 dortoirs. Le 1er ouvert est également la pièce où il y a le coin cuisine pour le petit déjeuner. Repas simple. C'est un donativo. Petite boutique où vous pouvez acheter quelques souvenirs ou des produits alimentaires (fromage, chocolat, bière.) fabriqués dans les monastères.

10. July 2019 - 16:21

michael

A nice play to stay. Check in between 1545 and 1915. The bedrooms are very simple. You should also try the beer from the monastery, it can be bought at the monastery shop.
Dinner served at 20 by the monks, usually one dish, we had a soup with pasta and vegetables.
Those who are interested can follow the monks’ prayers at 1930 and 2130. The prayer at 2130 is really beautiful and the monks sing all in front of the altar with only the light of the candles to illuminate the beautiful church. Really suggestive even for those who are not religious.
You can also get the blessing of the pilgrim after the last prayer of the day.

25. August 2019 - 15:50

michael

I spent a very relaxing and meditative day in the monastery. It's a peaceful space with unique rituals. Recommend for a simple evening.

18. September 2019 - 5:35

michael

i was there in august 2019. great place. very kind monks. they give you free cooked dinner. very tasty! and quiet, nice monastery. loved it! lots of blankets on bed, if you need it, if you’re cold.

31. July 2020 - 19:41

michael

Stayed here 25th July 2020. What a beautiful setting - truly stunning. The monks sell home brewed beer from the shop and provided a substantial fish and pasta stew with bread - plenty to go around. Bring a sleeping bag liner for the beds. We loved our stay though - would definitely recommend a stop here. Donation only

29. May 2021 - 19:53

michael

Ok place to stay in, especially since it was donation based. Also provided a decent diner, consisting of bread and pasta.

3. July 2021 - 21:54

michael

Agree with comments below. Wonderful place and experience, even when not religious. Donation based. Basic but decent sleeping spot, breakfast and dinner included. Definitely recommend staying here. Open during covid