Santillana del Mar is highly rated by travellers for old town, tranquillity and scenery.
The area around Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church is highly rated by travellers for old town, tranquillity and architecture.
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Try The best-rated area in Santillana del Mar for your next trip! Enjoy old town, tranquillity and scenery while you’re there.
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Try Core area of Santillana del Mar for your next trip! Enjoy old town, tranquillity and architecture while you’re there.
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Vispieres is highly rated by travellers for country walks, nature and tranquillity.
This hotel is housed in a modern manor house, which has architecture typical of the region. The Parador de Santillana de Mar is set in the beautiful, natural surroundings of Cantabria.
“Great location. Excellent rooms. Lovely foods. Very peaceful.”
Average review score: 8.2
Situated in Santillana del Mar, 600 metres from Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church, Hotel Spa San Marcos features a seasonal outdoor pool and spa centre.
“Very nice hotel with very good facilities. They let us park our motorcycles in the garage with their classic cars.”
Average review score: 7.9
Residence to the ‘Marquis of Santillana’ back in the 15th century, the building has now been carefully renovated into this delightful 5-star hotel.
“Everything about this hotel is a class above. The location is perfect, the old-world charm magical, the attention to detail marvellous. Highly, highly recommended.”
Average review score: 9.2
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Situated in Santillana del Mar near the Cantabrian coastline, this hotel dating from the 18th century is equipped and decorated to help you relax.
“Great Staff perfect location and a lovely pool.”
Average review score: 8.8
Located in an 18th-century palace in the centre of the medieval town of Santillana del Mar, Hotel Los Infantes has elegant rooms, a restaurant and beautiful gardens.
“Simple, clean, comfortable, very friendly and authentic.”
Average review score: 8.5
Each Santillana del Mar apartment has a private garden and a balcony with countryside views. Situated in Santillana del Mar, the villas are a 15-minute walk from the Altamira Caves.
“The apartments are very cozy and beautiful. Did not have air con but the temp was great. Walking distance to town.”
Average review score: 8.7
This charming country-style hotel is set in a restored 17th-century house in central Santillana del Mar. Each room is individually decorated and includes a spa bath and free Wi-Fi.
“Staff , facilities , everything of high quality. Excellent breakfast”
Average review score: 9
Featuring a restaurant and bar, Hotel Zabala is located 2 km from historic Santillana del Mar. Set in the Cantabrian village of Vispieres, the property offers free Wi-Fi.
Average review score: 7.3
Located 100 metres from the centre of Santillana del Mar, Hospedaje Villa Pilar offers free Wi-Fi and free parking nearby. Free films are available for the DVD player in each room.
“In a lovely position. Lots of doggy walks.”
Average review score: 8.7
Average review score: 8.6
Los Ángeles is a charming hotel located in Santillana del Mar, just 4 km from the sea in Cantabria. It has a pretty terrace and 24-hour reception.
“Charming little hotel. Good value. Excellent front desk, Javier, who was most helpful and pleasant.”
Average review score: 8.5
Situated in the centre of Santillana, the Hotel Altamira offers rooms with wooden floors and rustic furniture. It has a seasonal restaurant, views of the Colegiata Church and free Wi-Fi.
“Perfect Location in very nice village. Also a very nice region. Clean hotel with a lot of charme and friendly staff.”
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Average review score: 7.7
Posada Camino de Altamira is located in the Cantabrian Countryside, between Santillana del Mar and Torrelavega. Surrounded by garden it offers heated rooms with free Wi-Fi and free parking on site.
“Very clean and tidy. Laundry area, great views, cooking area and clean bedrooms.”
Average review score: 8.7
This welcoming, family hotel is set in a traditional Cantabrian mountain house, and is located in the picturesque village of Santillana del Mar.
“This was a lovely small old world hotel. It is very clean, very comfortable and quiet at night. It was only a few minutes walk from the centre of town. It was so handy to be able to leave the car at the hotel and walk to the centre. The staff were very very helpful and friendly and spoke English. I would definitely go back to stay in this hotel.”
Average review score: 8.3
Set in a quaint village in the Cantabria region of northern Spain, these apartments enjoy an ideal location in an attractive rural setting, near stunning beaches.
“Very clean. Great location. Friendly help.”
Average review score: 9.2
Nestled in the medieval village of Santillana del Mar, this hotel has plenty of rustic charm and picturesque views over the surrounding garden and countryside.
“friendly staff; good location , nice view from the window;”
Average review score: 9.5
Housed in a traditional, mountain property dating from the 18th century, La Casa del Organista is a lovely, rustic-style hotel, located in Cantabria, near Santander.
“Very charming, beautiful terrace, wonderful hosts, nice rooms, very aithentic atmosphere! We will definitly come back!”
Average review score: 8
This traditional, friendly hotel is located in the heart of the charming town of Santillana del Mar, surrounded by trees and green, open space.
“It is a nice simple hotel. The rooms are big and comfortable. The beds were big enough, which starts to be a problem in many other hotels. The personal is great and very friendly and the center of the city is within walking distance. We enjoyed the stay”
Average review score: 9.2
Posada Araceli is set in Santillana del Mar, 900 metres from the famous Altamira Cave and 50 metres from the old town. Set in gardens, this mountain-style building offers free WiFi.
“Every thing was great. Will be back. Wonderful people and so kind and helpful, the best holiday ever,so relaxed. the Posada so near the Cantalinna de le Mar”
Average review score: 7.5
Hotel Salldemar is located 200 metres from the Mediaeval village of Santillana del Mar and 1 km from Altamira Cave. The hotel offers a terrace, free Wi-Fi zone and free parking.
“The area was great, the staff lovely sorry we did not speak Spanish.Would have loved to convers with them ,however this did not affect our short stay.Hope to return for longer in the very near future.”
Average review score: 9
Offering an outdoor swimming pool, Apartamentos Ciudad de Petra is located in Santillana del Mar, just 6 minutes’ drive from prehistoric Altamira Caves.
“location was brilliant - really close walk into Santillana del Mer.”
Average review score: 8.6
Set in the main square in the beautiful Cantabrian town of Santillana del Mar, this attractive and modern hotel provides the perfect ambience for a relaxing getaway.
“The most perfect location for an hotel, we could easily walk to several bars and restaurants and many shops all in a most picturesque and quiet village. The staff were always most friendly and helpful.”
Average review score: 8.9
Offering a barbecue, children's playground and sun terrace, Posada El Jardin is set in Santillana del Mar, 500 metres from Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.
“Staff were so helpful. Comfortable and pretty location. Very much look forward to another stay there.”
Average review score: 7.7
Hotel Colegiata is located less than 4 km from the Cantabrian coast. A 5-minute walk from Santillana del Mar's main square, it features an outdoor pool and views. Free parking is available on-site.
“Plenty of on-site parking and brilliant location for Santilla - a must-visit place in Northern Spain. It's probably less than a mile's walk downhill to get to the village which would not be good to visit by car. Quite a steep hill to return which is worth noting for older visitors who might not be so comfortable with hills - but no complaints here!”
Average review score: 8.2
Housed in a former palace dating from the 18th century, this charming and tranquil hotel is the perfect accommodation for a relaxing rural getaway.
Average review score: 7.9
Overlooking the Picos de Europa Mountains, this 19th-century country house is located in Vispieres, just 2 km from Altamira Cave. It offers free parking and rustic rooms with mountain views.
Average review score: 8.2
The apartments are located 200 metres from the centre of the picturesque Cantabrian coastal town Santillana del Mar, a historical town with many places of interest to visit.
“Location, pet friendly and good value”
Average review score: 9.4
Situated in the countryside, this typical Cantabrian house is set in Herrán, 800 metres from Santillana del Mar historic town and within driving distance from Altamira Caves.
“Perfect stay. Family and cleaning lady very friendly. Beautiful part of Spain. Very handy for visiting many good local attractions.”
Average review score: 8.1
Hotel Santillana is situated a short walk from the Altamira Caves, in the charming Cantabrian town of Santillana del Mar. It features free Wi-Fi and rustic décor with beautiful period furniture.
“It was a stunning hotel, so clean and polished. Staff was incredibly nice and always way out of their way to help you. It was probably the best hotel I've stayed value for money wise.You really can't ask for more.”
Average review score: 8
This traditional, rustic-style hotel offers an authentic and charming setting in the very heart of Santillana del Mar, few metres from the Plaza Mayor square.
“Helpful friendly staff Use of fridge and outdoor area to sit Perfect location close to everthing Rural views historic town and nearby altamira caves Balcony Sunny and airy”
Average review score: 8
Apartamentos La Gloria features rustic apartments located 2 km from the historic town of Santillana del Mar. It offers an outdoor swimming pool, a children’s playground and a tennis court.
“Great location of you have a car! It's a beautiful little area and a functional small apartment.”
Average review score: 8.5
Hospedaje Fernando is located in the charming Cantabrian town of Santillana del Mar. Free WiFi and free private parking are available at the property.
“This is on the edge of the town which suited us as we needed to park the car safely. Our room had a pretty balcony at the front overlooking a pasture with cows”
Average review score: 8.2
Offering a terrace and views of the mountain, Montañes is located in Santillana del Mar in the Cantabria Region, 500 metres from Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church.
“Loved the location, the staff were very friendly. The lady at breakfast could not do enough for us, lovely. Very popular with Spanish holiday makers, so when you book your room ask for a room on the 1st or 2nd floor. Easy to park as the house is in its own grounds.”
Average review score: 8.4
Offering a seasonal outdoor pool and terrace, Posada Spa San Marcos is situated in Santillana del Mar in the Cantabria Region, 800 metres from Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church.
“Extremely efficient and friendly front desk office staff. Additional offer (e.g. ability to experience the Ferrari driving) Spacious rooms, very wide corridors.”
Average review score: 9.2
Posada La Casona de Los Güelitos is in rural Cantabria, less than 2km from Santillana del Mar. It offers free Wi-Fi, free private parking and a large garden.
“Great place to relax and disconnect. Comfy rooms, extra comfy beds, great homemade breakfast (and optional dinner). Would definitely come back if in Cantábria again.”
Average review score: 7.8
Posada Los Calderones offers stylish accommodation, with an outdoor swimming pool. It is set in the historic town of Santillana del Mar, with free public parking nearby.
“Set in a lovely village, confortable and clean room.”
Average review score: 8.6
Hotel Señorio De Altamira is situated in the medieval town of Santillana del Mar. It features an outdoor pool, tennis court, attractive gardens and rooms with views of the countryside.
“We loved the pool and surrounds. Quiet, very clean and beautifully furnished.”
Average review score: 9.1
Hostería Miguel Angel is situated at the entrance to the historic centre of Santillana del Mar and offers free Wi-Fi throughout. Rooms enjoy beautiful views of the Cantabrian countryside.
“friendly, clean, location, everthing is perfect!!”
Average review score: 9.3
Featuring free WiFi, a restaurant and a terrace, Hotel Colonial de Santillana offers accommodation in Santillana del Mar, 400 metres from Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church.
“Just fabulous! Family staff goal is perfection on every level. Mama made the orange cake, fresh orange juice, every detail covered! Would come back anytime!! Cannot say enough about the hospitality, lovely people!”
Average review score: 5.8
Just on the outskirts of Santillana del Mar, Apartamentos Virgina boasts an outdoor swimming pool with beautiful surrounding landscape.
“Lovely apartment, much closer to town than we thought it would be, so could easily walk in and out of town. Apartment overlooked lovely big swimming pool, stayed whole morning as we liked it so much! Very lovely speaking slow Spanish with my daughter to help her. And the pizzas were great, and the supermarket (small ) useful too.”
Average review score: 8.8
This charming, rural guest house is situated in Santillana del Mar historic town, within walking distance from Santa Juliana’s Collegiate Church.
“Perfect location. Beautiful house and great room.”
Average review score: 9.1
Set in Santillana del Mar, La Casa de Maria offers charming studios and apartments. This beautiful mountain house is just 10 minutes’ drive from the nearest beaches.
Average review score: 8.3
This renovated, 16th-century palace is set in a pedestrianised area of Santillana del Mar’s historic town centre. It lies just a few metres from Plaza Mayor and La Colegiata Románica.
“I loved the building and the way it had retained its old charm while being lovingly kept up to date as well. Excellent staff and a great atmosphere.would happily stay again”
Average review score: 9.2
Set in a typical Cantabrian-style house from the 19th century, Posada de la Abadia - Adults Only is situated in Santillana del Mar. Rooms feature a private bathroom and a classic design.
“Loved everything about our stay at Posada de la Abadia. The hotel owners were incredibly friendly and helpful, going above & beyond to ensure we felt comfortable. Comfortable & clean rooms. A traditional Spanish hotel with all the charm we had hoped for. Highly recommend.”
Average review score: 8.8
Free Wi-Fi and well-equipped apartments are on offer in La Casa Solariega, an attractive country house located in the medieval village of Santillana del Mar. All accommodation overlooks its gardens.
“Particularly well appointed accommodation,5 mins from centre of Santilliana Del Mar,charming proprietor..”
Average review score: 7.9
This traditional mountain house is located just outside the charming Cantabrian town of Santillana del Mar. Set in a hotel complex, it offers an outdoor pool, minigolf and tennis court.
“Location and car park very handy”
Average review score: 9
Apartamentos Tarrio offers pet-friendly accommodation in Santillana del Mar. Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church is 500 metres from the property. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property.
Average review score: 8.2
Hospedaje Octavio is set in Santillana del Mar, 100 metres from Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church. Each room comes with a TV. Hospedaje Octavio features free WiFi .
Average review score: 8.8
Apartamentos Altamira is only 1 km from the Altamira Caves and Museum. Set in a rural house with gardens and a children’s playground, it offers independent apartments with free Wi-Fi.
“Lovely place great people Very nice”
Average review score: 9
Offering free WiFi and a sun terrace, El Pedroso is located in Santillana del Mar. Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church is 1.2 km away. Free private parking is available on site.
Average review score: 9.3
Set in a renovated 17th-century building, Legado de Santillana offers 2 studios next to Santillana del Mar’s main square.
“Location, staff, accommodations, and cleanliness were absolutely fantastic!!! We would definitely recommend this place to all!!”
Average review score: 8.8
Set in Santillana del Mar’s historic centre, this traditional Cantabrian guest house is close to the Plaza Mayor square. It offers rustic décor rooms and free Wi-Fi throughout.
“The owner was very pleasant but unfortunately did not speak a word of english however sign language is wonderful”
Average review score: 8.6
This family-run guest house is located 300 metres from Santillana del Mar’s old town and within driving distance from the Cantabrian coast. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.
“We stayed 2 nights and were amazed to find find we had clean bedding and towels each day - definitely above and beyond for the price we paid. Everybody was very friendly and helpful and would definitely recommend it.”
Average review score: 5.7
These attractive wooden bungalows are located 300 metres from the historic centre of Santillana del Mar. There is an outdoor swimming pool and they are surrounded by gardens.
Average review score: 9
Set in the mountain village of Santillana del Mar, and a 6-minute drive from the Altamira Caves, Pension Castio offers free Wi-Fi and heated rooms and private parking.
“It was beautifully furnished! Peaceful and quiet, but somehow when you needed assistance the manager appeared. I just loved the setting and ambience. Strongly recommend this establishment”
Average review score: 9.6
Apartamentos LLave de Santillana is a self-catering accommodation located in Santillana del Mar. It offers apartments with a TV. The apartments are set in a charming historic building.
Average review score: 9.2
Set in the centre of Santillana del Mar, Apartamentos El Canton de Otero offers free Wi-Fi and a garden with tables, chairs and sun loungers. There is public parking 100 metres away.
“Hosts and location excellent.Went to extra lenghts to help us and found a shared interest in cycling for which the host is internationally famous.”
Average review score: 9.6
Featuring a garden with a barbecue, Vivienda Sampedri is a detached holiday home located in Santillana del Mar.
Average review score: 8.6
Set 1.1 km from Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church in Santillana del Mar, this holiday home features a barbecue. It provides free private parking.
Average review score: 9.3
Mayorazgo de Altamira Mila is located next to the Old Town in the beautiful Santillana del Mar. It offers a holiday home with traditional Cantabrian architecture and a private patio with garden views....
“- we stayed here for 2 nights, as a group of 4 friends - it is a complex of around 15 houses, really close to the center of Santillana del Mar (5 minutes walk). Each house has its own parking spot. - very friendly hosts, we checked in much later (around 23:00) than the check in deadline posted on booking and they were waiting for us when we arrived and did their best to check us in as quickly as possible. - the houses have 2 bathrooms, which is a really nice bonus”
Average review score: 7.5
Set in Santillana del Mar in the Cantabria Region, 1.3 km from Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church, Apartamentos La Lastra de Altamira boasts a barbecue and views of the city.
Located in Santillana del Mar, this holiday home features a terrace and a garden with a barbecue.
Average review score: 8.9
Apartamento Cuevas I y II is located in the centre of the historic Cantabrian town of Santillana del Mar. It offers rustic duplex apartments with views of the Collegiate Church.
“Location. Great bathrooms. Clean. Price.”
Average review score: 9
Hospedaje Maria Jesus offers accommodation in Santillana del Mar. All rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer.
