Sacred Heart Novitiate
Embrace the silence and encounter God.
Your vacation with the Lord awaits.
Overview
- 98 rooms
- 205 individuals
- Prayerful silence is observed
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Car parking
The Sacred Heart Retreat House and Seminar Center (SHRHSC) is open to individuals and groups seeking a serene environment for reflection and renewal. Located in Quezon City, its grounds are vast and green, teeming with old acacia and mahogany trees; an ideal setting for retreats, contemplative days, and spiritual rejuvenation.
As a nurturing ground for Jesuits and countless others, SHRHSC has played a vital role in fostering deep spiritual growth and connection. Here, retreatants can immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature, drawing inspiration from the peaceful surroundings and the rich history that defines this sacred space.
Accommodation Options
- Table & chair
- Toilet and bath
- Split-type air-conditioning
The Sacred Heart Retreat House and Seminar Center offers flexible accommodations to suit your needs:
- Standard rooms (non-aircon and shared bathroom) : 77 individuals for single occupancy or 163 for shared rooms
- Private rooms (airconditioned with private bathroom : 21 individuals for single occupancy or 42 for shared rooms
Room Amenities
Each room provides essential comforts, including:
- Comfortable bed
- Bedside table and lamp
- Spacious closet with rack
- Complimentary bed linens
Please bring your own personal toiletries including towels. Due to our location, convenience stores are not within immediate walking distance. However there are some personal items available at the office.
All bathrooms have hot and cold water and toilet papers.
Laundry services are available upon request.
Food and Dining
- Mineral water (dispenser) - please bring your own water tumblers
- Coffee, tea and light snacks are always available
Enjoy delicious and nourishing meals in our Dining Halls. We have six dining halls. Our main dining hall, which is the largest can serve up to 120 people. The smallest can serve up to 10 people.
SCHEDULE OF MEALS AND SNACKS
- Breakfast 7am
- AM Snack 10am
- Lunch 12nn
- PM Snack 4pm
- Dinner 7pm
For special diets or restrictions, please indicate in the retreat form before checking in at the retreat house to give the kitchen enough time to prepare.
Conference Facilities
- 12 Conference areas
- Projector and screen
- Sound system
- Tables and chairs
- Whiteboard
- Extension cord
Conference Halls
We have 12 conference rooms and the following five halls have bigger capacities
Ignatius Hall
Can accommodate up to 100 individuals, with chairs and tables, whiteboard, mobile sound system, with ceiling fan and optional air-conditioning.
Richie Fernando Hall
Can accommodate up to 80 individuals, with chairs and tables, whiteboard, mobile sound system, with ceiling fan and optional air-conditioning.
Kostka Hall
Can accommodate up to 50 individuals, with chairs, whiteboard, mobile sound system, with ceiling fan and optional air-conditioning.
Berchmans Hall
Can accommodate up to 35 individuals, with chairs, whiteboard, mobile sound system, with ceiling fan and optional air-conditioning.
Individual Consultation (IC) Rooms
Some of the conference rooms can be converted to IC rooms
Booking Note: To ensure optimal room selection and equipment reservation, we recommend discussing your specific needs with us when booking your retreat.
Chapels
- Bibles
- Songbooks
- Sound system
- Digital piano
Immaculate Conception Chapel (Blue Chapel)
Dela Strada Chapel
St. Joseph Chapel
Holy Family Chapel
Francis Xavier Chapel
Rates and Policies
Please contact our admin office to confirm rates and availability.
Booking Process and Confirmation
- Reservations are confirmed upon receipt of a thirty percent (30%) down payment. The full payment must be settled upon check-out.
- A confirmation email will be sent to the guest once the payment is processed.
- For group reservations, please contact us directly to discuss availability, pricing, and specific group needs.
- Special requests and additional accommodations must be discussed prior to booking.
- We accept Cash and Bank Transfer payments for reservations. Details of the bank account are indicated on the Statement of Account
Cancellation Policy
- For cancellations, please contact us to discuss possible alternatives.
- Cancellation of booking must be done at least two (2) weeks before the reserved dates. Otherwise, charges equivalent to the actual amount of lodging fees for the first day based on the number of persons or rooms cancelled shall be imposed.
- The downpayment is non-refundable but may be rescheduled to an alternative date depending on the availability of the retreat house. New booking dates must be availed within the next six (6) months from the cancellation date.
Minimum Stay Requirement
- A minimum stay of three (3) days and two (2) nights for all accommodations.
Retreat Programs
We support your spiritual journey by providing:
Group Hosting: We welcome groups who prefer to arrange their own retreat directors and priests.
Priest Availability: We have resident priests who may be available for confessions. Please coordinate with the administration before your check-in date.
Retreat Providers: For groups seeking semi-directed retreats (with customized modules or themed points), we recommend contacting these institutions:
Center for Ignatian Spirituality (CIS) ↗
The Center is a resource, formation, network and renewal center for those who seek to deepen their faith in the light of Ignatian Spirituality.
CLC Formation Institute (CLC FI) ↗
The Institute supports individuals and groups, both adults and youth, in discovering and fulfilling their mission through retreats, recollections, themed formation sessions, and spiritual conversations.
