Dating from 1733, this monastery is a few blocks from the harbor. There's nothing spartan about the former cells; they're now air-conditioned rooms with all the trappings. The restaurant is in a large, vaulted hall (formerly the nuns' laundry); the baroque church is now a concert hall; and the cloister's gardens provide a peaceful refuge. Beam ceilings, polished marble floors, and huge brass lamps enhance the 18th-century feel. If you're traveling out of season, check the Web site for discounts. Pros: Supremely elegant, efficient service. Cons: Air-conditioning erratic, authoritarian hotel staff.
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