Monastero Arx Vivendi

I loved staying at Monastero Arx Vivendi, this place is just my style. Haute Hygge at it's finest, I spent 5 days in the well-appointed Hortus Suite. The private tub was especially relaxing, and the garden with attached Finnish Spa really made this the room to spoil yourself with. Lots of unobtrusive modern upgrades including a luxurious rain shower, high end fixtures, and soft air conditioning with temperature readings in both Celsius and Fahrenheit...nice touch guys. I had a very good sports massage onsite, and loved reading in the spa room on the swinging beds. The breakfast buffet was outstanding, and there were really nice bar beverage options. I also really got a kick out of watching the parasailers flying overhead from the pool. Everyone I interacted with provided exceptional service with a friendly smile. Finally, I rented a bike from the hotel, and was provided with a scenic route through the Alps down to the Lake. It was breathtaking. I also booked a private boat ride via one of the flyers the hotel laid out with Tour Boat Experience. Captain Roberto was so fun, and knowledgeable about the local history. Monastero was everything I hoped it would be, and the pictures are representative. It really is that beautiful.

This is a stunning and unique place, a fully renovated monastery with equisite design, all high quality and geared towards your comfort. The garden area is just one of a kind - aboslutely beautiful, high wall ensures privacy, quiet and relaxing oasis with heated pool and spa area, with amazing views on the surrounding mountains. We can higly reccomend this place!

Very nice Hotel in an old Monastery. Nice location, but also a few problems. During our stay, there was a group of 10-15 people at the restaurant and next day at the pool.. drinking and celebrating. Together with the crying babies, we could not find the quiet monastery and SPA spirit. Further, they have only a few sunbeds with mattress (and more sunbeds without). So, people reserve their sunbeds early in the morning similar as in Mallorca. Finally, the service could be more attentive. When we checked in (two men), we got a male and a female bathrobe/ slippers. Not sure why. The staff is very friendly!

Amazing hotel! Everything was perfect, definitely recommend. All of the history and beautiful architecture make this place an gem! First, the staff was lovely and friendly! The breakfast (buffet and to order) and coffee was plentiful and delicious. We loved the honesty bar, where drinks and snacks are available for purchase to charge to the room. Overall, it was a lovely, quiet and serene stay, but one note, it is not adults only, so sometimes there were loud children at the pool and meals.

What a wonderful surprise! My wife thought this place sounded interesting as a re-done 15th century monastery, she was too conservative. Manuel and his wife have created an awesome place to spend some quiet, quality time. The renovation is first class with beautiful grounds, comfortable rooms and an perfect location in Arco. Beautiful pool, spa and a wonderful staff willing to meet your every need.

Die Hotelanlage in einem ehemaligen Kloster ist sehr außergewöhnlich. Die modernen Elemente fügen sich gut integriert in den alten Bau ein, so dass sie nicht als Fremdkörper empfunden werden. Durch die Kombination von alt und neu sind an manchen Stellen ungewöhnliche Lösungen gefunden worden, z.B. bei der Gestaltung der Duschnischen im zweiten Stock. Diese sind aber eher sympathisch als störend. Der Wellness Bereich inkl. Pool ist ebenfalls sehr modern ansprechend. Das Monastero ist eine echte Empfehlung für Gäste, die etwas Anderes suchen.