Curated luxury hotels in Cantabria

Just 2 km from the beautiful coast of Cantabria, this hotel is a restored 18th-century palace. It has a peaceful natural setting, and offers a restaurant which serves typical local cuisine.

Hotel Marfrei has traditional rustic décor, with wooden furniture. All rooms are bright and comfortable, with en suite bathrooms. Rooms with a flat-screen TV and DVD player are available on request.

The hotel has a garden with picnic tables, and a children’s play area. Free Wi-Fi access is available in public areas of the hotel.

Hotel Marfrei is just 3 km from the pretty town of Suances. Altamira cave, famous for its paintings, is only 6km away. There are also many beautiful beaches just a short drive from the hotel. Free private parking is available on site.

With superb relaxation and spa facilities, including a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, this is a luxurious, modern and renovated historical building in a tranquil setting of Solares. Somo and Loredo Beaches are just 10 km from the hotel, while Santander is 18 km away. Free WiFi is provided and free public parking is available on site.

The Castilla Termal Balneario de Solares rooms are comfortable and modern, with natural light and big windows overlooking the park or the garden. They include a air conditioning, a minibar, and a TV. The bathroom comes with free toiletries, bath, and hairdryer.

Guests have access to the hotel's spa, the well-equipped fitness centre, and the indoor and outdoor swimming pools.

At night, enjoy traditional regional specialties or international favourites at the Castilla Termal Balneario de Solares restaurant. ;

When you stay at Helguera Palacio Boutique & Antique in Puente Viesgo, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Church of San Miguel and El Castillo Cave. This spa hotel is 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Cabarceno Natural Park and 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Las Monedas Caves.

When you stay at Hotel Palacio del Mar in Santander, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of El Sardinero Beach and Santander Ferry Terminal. This hotel is 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from Cabarceno Natural Park and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from El Sardinero Stadium.

With a stay at Parador De Santillana De Gil Blas in Santillana del Mar, you'll be just steps from Calle de Juan Infante and Torre de Don Borja. This historic hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Caves of Altamira and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Regina Coeli Diocesan Museum.

Abba Palacio de Soñanes Hotel features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Villacarriedo. Featuring a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides room service, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests.

At the hotel, every room has a desk. All units will provide guests with a minibar.

A buffet breakfast is available at Abba Palacio de Soñanes Hotel.

Speaking English, Spanish and French, staff are always on hand to help at the reception.

Santander Port is 34 km from the accommodation, while Puerto Chico is 35 km away. Santander Airport is 30 km from the property.

Residence to the ‘Marquis of Santillana’ back in the 15th century, the building has now been carefully renovated into this delightful 5-star hotel. With such an intriguing history you will feel as if you have stepped back in time but with all the comforts of the present day.

The original oak staircase (made from a single tree trunk) is an impressive sight upon entering the hotel. Although fully equipped hotel with all the latest facilities there is a good balance between luxury, tradition and comfort.

Situated 1.8 km from Playa Los Peligros, Hotel Sol Boutique offers 4-star accommodation in Santander and has a garden, a terrace and a bar. Popular points of interest nearby include Santander Cathedral, Menendez Pelayo Library and El Sardinero Stadium. The property is non-smoking and is located 500 metres from Santander Port.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Free WiFi is accessible to all guests, while certain rooms have a balcony. The rooms have a wardrobe.

Languages spoken at the 24-hour front desk include English and Spanish.

Popular points of interest near Hotel Sol Boutique include Puerto Chico, Santander Festival Palace and El Sardinero Casino. Santander Airport is 8 km from the property.

When you stay at Hotel Olimpo in Arnuero, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Playa de los Barcos and Playa del Sable. This beach hotel is 29.6 mi (47.6 km) from El Sardinero Beach and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Bay of Biscay.

This modern hotel is located in the centre of Noja, just 5 minutes’ walk from Tregandin Beach. It has a free seasonal outdoor pool and a garden with a paddle tennis court and children's playground. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property.

Hotel Viadero's air-conditioned rooms have a flat-screen TV and a safe. The private bathroom comes with free toiletries, bath, and hairdryer. Some rooms have garden views or to the main avenue.

Viadero Hotel has a cafeteria and a restaurant. You can also find a range of bars and restaurants in Plaza de la Villa Square, 150 metres away.

The hotel has a private garage. There is a tour desk where you can obtain travel information. Santander and its airport are a 35-minute drive away.

This spa hotel is located 300 metres from Noja’s Ris Beach, 45 minutes’ drive from Santander. It offers rooms with free WiFi.

The hotel’s AguaMarinaSpa features a hydrotherapy pool, Scottish showers and hammam. There is also an indoor cascade pool, and for children there is a mini-club.

The air-conditioned rooms at Gran Hotel Liber & Spa Playa Golf come with a private balcony, flat-screen TV and fridge. They also have a private bathroom with a hairdryer.

The La Marea Restaurant serves a buffet breakfast every morning and it offers international food for lunch and dinner. The Pleamar Café serves drinks and light meals throughout the day.

Cabárceno Nature Park, which is an open-air zoo, is around 45 minutes’ drive away. The hotel is easily accessible from the A8 Motorway.

A stay at Vincci Puertochico places you in the heart of Santander, steps from Bay of Biscay and a 3-minute drive from Santander Ferry Terminal. This beach hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Santander Cathedral and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Gran Casino del Sardinero.

Only 3.5 km from Santillana del Mar, Hotel Felisa SPA is set in the quiet Queveda, this hotel has a fabulous spa and with modern design. Free parking is available.

Find and peace and relaxation during your stay at the Hotel Felisa Spa. In addition to its tranquil surroundings, you can unwind in its well equipped and stylish spa. Here, enjoy a session in the sauna and Roman baths before dip in the Jacuzzi and water circuit. A session in the Hotel Felisa SPA's flotation tank can help those who suffer from headaches and insomnia.

Treat yourself to a choice of soothing and revitalising massages using therapies such as chocolate and essential oils.

Before all this you can challenge yourself to a good workout in the Hotel's fitness centre.

For lunch and dinner, dine in the smart restaurant which has a great selection of both regional and international cuisine.

Santillana del Mar is only 3.5 km away while Suances is 8.2 km away from the property.

Housed in a former palace dating from the 18th century, this charming and tranquil hotel is the perfect accommodation for a relaxing rural getaway.

Equipped with an expansive garden terrace area, in Casona Los Caballeros you can sit outside and enjoy a read in the sunshine, while breathing in the fresh air. Admire the sunsets from the gardens in the cool of the evening.

Each of the 30 spacious rooms in Casona Los Caballeros is decorated in a rustic style, conserving the original stone walls and wooden flooring.

This hotel also comes with 2 lounges, where you can relax in the evening and a bar, so you can have a drink with friends or family to finish the day.

With a stay at La Casona de Revolgo, you'll be centrally located in Santillana del Mar – a 7-minute walk from Collegiate Church of Santillana del Mar and 12 minutes by foot from Santillana del Mar Zoo. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Caves of Altamira and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Laberinto de Villapresente.

With a stay at Akla Hotel Palacio Torre de Ruesga in Ruesga, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Cullalvera Cave and Covalanas Cave. This hotel is 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from Ason Waterfalls and 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Los Machucos.

Set in Galizano and within 1.3 km of Playa de Galizano, Hotel Gastronómico Torre de Galizano has a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. This 4-star hotel offers luggage storage space. Santander Port is 31 km from the hotel and Puerto Chico is 33 km away.

All guest rooms at the hotel feature air conditioning and a wardrobe.

Santander Festival Palace is 33 km from Hotel Gastronómico Torre de Galizano, while El Sardinero Casino is 35 km from the property. Santander Airport is 30 km away.

The charming San Román de Escalante dates from the 17th century and features striking, individually decorated rooms with pieces of art work. Surrounded by gardens, it features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.

Opening onto a balcony, the spacious rooms at San Román de Escalante have high ceilings and classic décor. Some include features such as beamed ceilings, marble pillars or 4-poster beds.

All rooms have air conditioning, a TV, minibar, coffee maker and a private bathroom with free toiletries.

There is also a relaxing lounge area and a terrace overlooking the lovely gardens.

The surrounding area is ideal for horse riding and walking. The beaches at Santoña can be reached in 15 minutes by car, while the fishing villages of Noja and Laredo are within 15 km of the hotel.

Facing the beachfront, Villa Playa San Juan offers 4-star accommodation in Soto de la Marina and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace. The property is around 200 metres from Playa de San Juan de la Canal Bezana, 12 km from Santander Port and 12 km from Puerto Chico. The accommodation features a hot tub, free WiFi and family rooms.

At the hotel, each room is fitted with a wardrobe. The rooms are fitted with a coffee machine and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while selected rooms also boast a kitchen fitted with a stovetop. All rooms in Villa Playa San Juan are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Soto de la Marina, like hiking, fishing and snorkelling.

El Sardinero Casino is 12 km from Villa Playa San Juan, while Santander Festival Palace is 12 km away. Santander Airport is 12 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

When you stay at Posada Santa Ana in Suances, you'll be near the beach and 6 minutes by car from Bay of Biscay. This bed & breakfast is 18.5 mi (29.7 km) from Cabarceno Natural Park and 18 mi (28.9 km) from Santander Ferry Terminal.