Buildings and Grounds

Stay in Nature

Experience the peace and tranquility of our campus. Explore the Creighton Retreat Center gathering spaces, accommodations and grounds below.

Retreat Center Campus Map (PDF)

Retreat Center Trails Map (PDF)

Accommodations and Meals

The Retreat Center can comfortably sleep 105 people; the lodge can accommodate an additional 70 people in sleeping bags. In our dining hall, kitchen staff serves delicious, buffet-style meals—one reason groups want to return year after year. One building offers four efficiency apartments for retreatants on private retreats. Each apartment includes a sleeping/seating area, private bathroom and kitchenette. Basic dishes and appliances (e.g., coffee maker, microwave, toaster), as well as bedding and linens are provided.

Private retreatants are required to make their own meals. See our detailed retreat info.

Virtually Tour Our Buildings and Grounds

Below you will find descriptions and images of our amazing buildings and grounds.

Manresa Prayer House and Conference Room

The Manresa Prayer House has grown over the years, with additional levels added. The upper floor includes a conference room that seats 20-25 comfortably and a kitchenette. The new main level includes six bedrooms with private bathrooms. The lower level includes a library with a kitchenette; two sitting rooms; and two more bedrooms. Small groups find the library to be a nice place to gather for short periods throughout a weekend, although it is open for all retreatants. Note that some bedrooms include twin beds, while others have queen beds.

Brebeuf Guest House

This two-level cabin includes nine rooms. The open floorplan of the main level includes a living room area, large dining table and kitchen. The kitchen is stocked with assorted cups and glasses, dishes, pans and silverware. Dish soap and towels are also included. Each bedroom has two twin beds and a vanity with a sink. In most cases, two bedrooms share a bathroom. The bedroom off the kitchen includes a private bathroom. Bedding and bath towels are included.

Our Modern Cabins

We offer three two-level cabins, Chabanel, Daniel and Goupil. Each one is clean and comfortable with heating and air conditioning, kitchenettes, and spacious sitting rooms.

Most bedrooms have two twin beds each.
Goupil cabin is handicap accessible.

Montserrat Motel

The Montserrat Motel is just steps away from the Loyola Dining Hall and features an extraordinary view of the woods. The motel has 12 rooms on two levels, sleeping up to 24 in twin beds. The rooms are clean and comfortable with heat and air conditioning. Bedding and bath towels are also provided.

Lalemant Apartments

These four units are set in a quiet corner of our campus and sleep up to eight. They look out onto our woods and offer a great place for prayer and reflection. Each apartment includes a kitchenette, seating area and private bathroom. Bedding and towels are provided. Bring toiletries and meals (including salt and pepper) unless meals have been arranged.

St. Kateri Chapel

Our beautiful St. Kateri Chapel is where we celebrate Mass and reserve the Blessed Sacrament. The many large windows offer scenic views of the woods and God's creation. There are also two rooms for private spiritual direction. The lower level consists of the Xavier Conference room with a fireplace, kitchenette and restrooms.

Xavier Conference Rooms

This conference room is on the lower level of the St. Kateri Chapel. It features full windows on the east and south sides, allowing one to feel at home with nature, and seats 65 comfortably (or more if not using tables). There are eight 60" round tables that seat six-eight guests and six 2'x6' rectangular tables, which are often used for snacks and supplies. There is also a hanging screen. There is also a 65” TV with HDMI hookup with Wi-Fi capabilities (no satellite or cable service provided).

The room includes a fireplace, kitchenette (all appliances, no utensils) and two restrooms. Note that if you choose to use the fireplace, there’s a one-time use charge of $25 applied for the duration of your retreat.

Loyola Dining Hall and Office

The main dining hall seats up to 125 guests, and a new silent dining room was added to accommodate our silent retreat guests; it seats up to 25 comfortably. Our kitchen staff prepares and serves wonderful, homemade meals for our group retreats and other functions, such as group meetings, conferences, luncheons and special celebrations. In addition to the dining areas and kitchen, the building houses our administrative office and gift shop.

Unless otherwise notified, the office in the Loyola Dining Hall is where all retreatants check in for their retreats.

Isaac Jogues Lodge

This lodge was built by the Boy Scouts of America in 1948 and was updated in 2015. It offers space for up to 70 in sleeping bags. There are three sections in the lodge. The large middle section includes family style tables and a kitchen. The north and south ends have fireplaces and are set up with a relaxed atmosphere. There are doors that can be pulled closed to offer separate meeting spaces or breakout areas. Bathrooms are included in two areas: one with two shower stalls.

The Grounds

The Retreat Center is on 157 wooded acres, which include three prayer gardens and several miles of trails. The grounds are on a bluff above the Nishnabotna River and many of our trails go to the river. You will see a large variety of birds and are likely to also spot deer. Other wildlife (e.g., foxes) may also be occasionally seen on the grounds.

Mass Schedule

Mass is celebrated in the St. Kateri Chapel. The public is welcome to attend these masses.

Monday: No Mass
Tuesday: 9 a.m.
Wednesday: 5:30 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m.
Friday: 9 or 9:30 a.m.*
Saturday: No Mass
Sunday: 10 a.m.

*Please call a day ahead to verify exact time due to retreat activity taking place on Fridays.

Important Info About Your Stay

Welcome! We hope your retreat will be fulfilling. Below is additional information and some points of interest.

Welcome Sheet

General:

If you need assistance you can check at the Office; hours are M-F 9 a.m.-5 p.m. or call 712.778.2466. After those hours, visit with kitchen staff. Cell phone connections can be inconsistent and is best outside of buildings. Limited WIFI available.
There is a no pets policy; please care for your animals in advance.
There is a no open-flame policy, with the exceptions of the fire pits and under supervision within the Chapel.
No smoking in buildings – check for designated spots outside.
Mass is offered at 9 a.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays; 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays; and 10 a.m. Sundays in the St. Kateri Chapel.
Please respect the silence of those guests on silent retreats; simply nod and smile.
All guests are asked to be in cabins/rooms by 11pm each night.
Check with the office for your mail needs during your stay.
And if needed, please make arrangements for final payment at the Office.
A Library is located in the lower level of the Manresa Prayer House.
AED devices are located in the Dining Hall south entrance, main level in Manresa & Lodge.

Food and Drinks:

When attending meals; Meal times are 8 a.m. – breakfast, noon – lunch, 6 p.m. – supper; unless other arrangements have been made in advance of arrival by your group.
Dining hall food served is to be eaten at that meal, please don’t take to rooms or for the road.
Visit with kitchen staff if needing limited ice.
Bring your own coffee/tea & condiments and water bottles for your rooms.
There is a cold pop/water cooler for guests in the basement of the Loyola Dining Hall. $1 each

Gift Shop:

The gift shop is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday. In addition to unique gifts the gift shop offers toiletries and forgotten supplies.
When making purchases in the gift shop on Saturdays or Sundays please use the envelopes provided at the office window for your payment.

Linens, Towels and Laundry:

Extra linens and towels are located in each of the cabins near the washers & dryers.
Extra linens and towels in Montserrat (motel) are located in the laundry room.
If you use the washers and dryers, we do ask for $3 per load. Please follow the directions as posted and pay at the office.
Since bedding & towels are provided, before departing please follow the directions posted in your room on what to do with used sheets & towels.

Recreation:

An exercise/rec room is available in the basement of the Loyola Dining Hall.
Check with the Office staff for Frisbees, volleyballs, basketballs, and footballs for your enjoyment.
There are 157 acres of natural trails; we suggest hiking attire/shoes & sprays.
Jogging on the gravel road outside of the gate is at your own risk. A left turn at the gate of the Retreat Center leads you to Hwy 92. Beware of dogs & wear reflective clothing.

Thank you for staying at the Creighton University Retreat Center. Print this list to take with you.

Driving Directions

When using Google Maps or other mapping applications, enter our address (versus searching by name). You can also refer to the directions in the following PDFs:

Gift Shop

Our gift shop includes an assortment of retreat books, Ignatian literature, crucifixes, crosses and a variety of rosaries. We proudly offer CDs from the St. Louis Jesuits, miniature Sculptures by Timothy Schmalz (there are many life-sized statues on the Creighton University campus) and Cards by Anne, featuring gentle watercolor scenes.

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