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Santillana del Mar
Santillana del Mar is highly rated by travelers for old town, tranquillity and scenery.
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23,522 Hotel Reviews
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13,066 Verified B&B and Inn Reviews
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9,307 Vacation Rentals Reviews
Top Landmarks
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Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church
The area around Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church is highly rated by travelers for old town, tranquillity and architecture.
Airports
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Bilbao Airport
30 hotels
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Santander Airport
30 hotels
Top Districts
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The Top-rated Area in Santillana del Mar
45 hotels
Try The Top-rated Area in Santillana del Mar for your next trip and enjoy old town, tranquillity and scenery while you’re there!
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Core area of Santillana del Mar
21 hotels
Try Core area of Santillana del Mar for your next trip and enjoy old town, tranquillity and architecture while you’re there!
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Vispieres
4 hotels
Vispieres is highly rated by travelers for country walks, nature and tranquillity.
Hotels
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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.
“Beautiful facility and grounds. Good food at restaurant. Great location.”
Parador de Santillana del Mar
Average Review Score: 8.2
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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.
“Location car park and classic bikes”
Hotel Spa San Marcos
Average Review Score: 7.9
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Residence to the ‘Marquis of Santillana’ back in the 15th century, the building has now been carefully renovated into this delightful 5-star hotel.
“Very nice stay in this quaint, old hotel right in the heart of the tiny village. Cozy courtyard bar in the rear was the perfect spot to enjoy a glass of wine before dinner. Well-stocked bar with professional caliber service gave us no reason to leave before dinner.”
Hotel Casa del Marqués
Average Review Score: 9.2
240 Hotel Reviews
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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.
“The staff could not be more obliging if the tried. nothing was to much trouble, Excellent parking too”
Hotel Siglo XVIII
Average Review Score: 8.8
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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.
“Lovely. Beautiful building. Great value”
Hotel Los Infantes
Average Review Score: 8.5
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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.
“Location, staff, cleanliness, equipment”
Apartamentos Santillana del Mar
Average Review Score: 8.7
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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.
“Location is good, close to the old town. Staffs are very friendly and helpful.”
La Casona de Revolgo
Average Review Score: 9
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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.
Hotel Zabala
Average Review Score: 7.3
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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.
“very nice owners giving great tips of places to visit and restaurants. any problems solved quickly, very tentative service where they couldnt do enough.”
Hospedaje Villa Pilar
Average Review Score: 8.7
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Hotel Los Angeles
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.
“Proprietor very helpful Excellent location”
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Hotel Altamira
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.
“Lovely room with extremely comfortable beds – in a highly atmospheric old palace.”
161 Hotel Reviews
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Posada Camino de Altamira
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.”
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Hotel Cuevas I y II
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.
“super nice staff, very welcoming and friendly, speaks perfectly English, they gave us recommendations for the town, it was super clean and very comfortable I would definitely recommend it!”
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Apartamentos Capriccio
Average Review Score: 8.3
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 nice hotel and staff. Recommended.”
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Posada La Solana
Average Review Score: 9.2
Nestled in the medieval village of Santillana del Mar, this hotel has plenty of rustic charm and picturesque views of the surrounding grounds and countryside.
“The posada was lovely itself and the location was wonderful--easy to walk into town. I especially liked that there was plenty of space to park our car.”
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La Casa del Organista
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.
“I loved the decoration: warm and cosy. I felt like being at home. I liked very much the personal attention and service provided by the staff. We had the opportunity to choose the bedroom. We decided the top floor ones. The bed was super comfortable. Towels very good. Breakfast room was beautiful with a fantastic terrace overlooking the village and a fireplace with a sofa in front where i had my coffee. I strongly recommend this property.”
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Hotel Los Hidalgos
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.
“old charming hotel the price was very good for what it was the location is excellent the stuff was very nice”
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Posada Araceli
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.
“The seven bedrooms and bathrooms were to a high standard and well received by our group of riders. Staff were very curteous and happy to assist. The location was opposite an attractive central leafy green area and only a short walk into charming Santillana del Mer.”
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Hotel Salldemar
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.”
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Apartamentos Ciudad de Petra
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.”
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Parador de Santillana Gil Blas
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 atmosphere for a relaxing getaway.
“Excellent position in this very old town.”
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Posada El Jardin
Average Review Score: 8.9
Showcasing a barbecue, playground and sun terrace, Posada El Jardin is located in Santillana del Mar, just 547 yards 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.”
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Hotel Colegiata
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.
“The place has a gorgeous view at a very nice location in the countryside, but at the same time very close to the village. The building is also very beautiful.”
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Hotel Casona Los Caballeros
Average Review Score: 8.2
Housed in a former palace dating from the 18th century, this charming and tranquil hotel is the perfect accommodations for a relaxing rural getaway.
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Posada La Cabaña De Salmon
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.
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Apartamentos Los Hidalgos
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.
“Super friendly staff, adorable apartment, very clean, right around corner from everything in SdM”
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Posada Herrán
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.
“Great location with easy parking. That is a big thing when traveling in Europe. Ten minute walk to town. Very homey feeling. Would stay again”
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Hotel Santillana
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.
“Lovely hotel, excellent location, only just a little hot in the summer. Maybe some fans for hot summer days would be a great plus.”
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Hospederia Santillana
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”
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Apartamentos La Gloria
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.
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Hospedaje Fernando
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”
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Montañes
Average Review Score: 8.2
Showcasing a terrace and views of the mountains, Montañes is located in Santillana del Mar in the region of Cantabria, just 547 yards 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.”
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Posada Spa San Marcos
Average Review Score: 8.4
Showcasing a seasonal outdoor pool and terrace, Posada Spa San Marcos is located in Santillana del Mar in the region of Cantabria, just half a mile 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.”
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Posada La Casona de Los Güelitos
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.”
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Posada Los Calderones
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.
“We had large room 6 w balcony. Other rooms may be darker?”
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Señorio De Altamira - Adults Only
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.
“The property is fantastic - good looking villa with a covered pool, a tenis field and a nice garden. Nicely decorated cosy interior with a welcoming staff. The room was big and very clean. The pool is big enough to enjoy a relaxing evening swiming. You can catch some sun in the garden or dine outside in the candle light. Everything was great!”
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Hostería Miguel Angel
Average Review Score: 9.1
Hostería Miguel Angel is situated at the entrance to the historic center of Santillana del Mar and offers free Wi-Fi. Rooms enjoy beautiful views of the Cantabrian countryside.
“The host was charming and very helpful. He provided a map and recommendations of where to eat and drink.”
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Hotel Colonial de Santillana
Average Review Score: 9.3
Located 437 yards from Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church in Santillana del Mar, Hotel Colonial de Santillana features a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property.
“New, comfortable and clean. Quiet, great location, nice buffet breakfast. Family owned & operated, feels like home.”
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Apartamentos Virginia
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.”
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Posada Ansorena
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.
“Building very nice. Room spacious. Balcony very peaceful. Beds comfy. Bathroom and shower excellent. Perfect location in center of town”
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La Casa de Maria
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.
“Perfect location, parking close by, house very cute - very clean. Maria was wonderful -very helpful. Enjoyed our stay tremendously!”
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Albergue Solar de Hidalgos
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.
“What a delightful albergue in the historic town Walking the Camino Norte and suprises at every corner of the town and also in this lovely old small hotel / albergue We were treated to the attic room which was brilliant in all regards 100% recommend”
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Posada de la Abadia - Adults Only
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.
“Super friendly, helpful staff. Nice room and good continental breakfast.”
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La Casa Solariega
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.
“The location was great within easy walking distance to restaurants etc having a car park onsite was great.”
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Casa de Güela
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.
“quaint country setting. even the cows in the surrounding properties added to the experience. basic continental breakfast was excellent. people tried hard to make the visit as perfect as they could. very little english spoken and that also added to our experience. perfect location for touring the town, but a drive to the country and the "playas" is a must. the food in the area is spectacular and very inexpensive. 10 euros for "menu del dia" is common and a bottle of good wine is included. even the local residents are pleasant and helpful. the elderly lady who cut off one of her roses to give us spoke no english, but spoke volumes in kindness.”
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Apartamentos Tarrio
Average Review Score: 9
Apartamentos Tarrio is located in Santillana del Mar, just 547 yards from Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church. All units have a flat-screen TV. Some units include a dining area and/or balcony.
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Hospedaje Octavio
Average Review Score: 8.2
Hospedaje Octavio is located in Santillana del Mar, just 109 yards from Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church. Each room comes with a TV. You will find a shared lounge at the property.
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Apartamentos Altamira
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 clean apartment in a wonderfully refurbished house. Everything you needed was provided and the owners were very friendly and helpful despite the language difference! Also, a plus for them and Booking.com, as we tried to let the owners know we were going away for a couple days but didn't manage to, and both parties tried to contact us as they were concerned. Brilliant service!!”
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El Pedroso
Average Review Score: 9
Featuring free WiFi and a sun terrace, El Pedroso is located in Santillana del Mar. Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church is 0.7 miles away. Free private parking is available on site.
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Legado de Santillana
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.
“This was a really nice apartment with many amenities. Good location in the center of town within walking distance to all the sites (except perhaps the caves) and close to the bus stop. The owner went out of his way to assist us and make us feel comfortable.”
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Hospedaje Angelica
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.
“This was a small pension-like room with lots of charm. The location was perfect as it was just off the main square. The girl who met us was very friendly and helpful and actually helped carry some of our things to our room on the 2nd (third in US) floor.”
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Hostería Carmen
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.
“Very nice place to stay - just walking distance to the village. Very kind owners of the property. This place has unique vibes:).”
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Bungalows Albergue David Park
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.
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Pension Castio
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.
“This is an old fashion pension that is very quaint. The location is ideal and there is private parking. There's a lovely backyard with tables and chairs. It's very quiet. The hostess was very accommodating.”
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Apartamentos LLave de Santillana
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.
“Place was sweet. Brand new. Beds very comfy, and the owner was delightful, thoughtful, trying very hard to provide the best service.”
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Apartamentos El Canton de Otero
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.”
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Vivienda Sampedri
Average Review Score: 9.6
Vivienda Sampedri is a detached vacation home with a terrace, located in Santillana del Mar. You can fire up the barbecue for a tasty meal and enjoy the grounds when the weather's nice.
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Casa Rural Pinna
Average Review Score: 8.6
Located 0.7 miles from Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church in Santillana del Mar, this vacation home features a garden with a barbecue and a terrace. It provides free private parking.
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Mayorazgo De Altamira Mila
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”
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Apartamentos La Lastra de Altamira
Average Review Score: 7.5
Located in Santillana del Mar in the region of Cantabria, 0.8 miles from Colegiata Santillana del Mar Church, Apartamentos La Lastra de Altamira features a barbecue and views of the city.
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El Cierruco
Located in Santillana del Mar, this vacation home features a terrace and a garden with a barbecue and a sun terrace. It provides free private parking.
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Apartamento Cuevas I y II
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.
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Hospedaje Maria Jesus
Average Review Score: 9
Hospedaje Maria Jesus offers accommodations in Santillana del Mar. Every room includes a flat-screen TV. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer.
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