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A pretty, 5-minute stroll from the centre of Santillana, this arty adults-only hotel is perfect for a romantic interlude or just a quiet place to relax for a few days in Spain’s most beautiful village.
The design is quirky and fun, and many bedrooms come with private Jacuzzis, with another out in the garden by the pool. The summer bar is a food truck, and the lounge doubles as a book exchange.
Delicious food is on tap, with excellent brunches available; the private garage is handy, too.
Set just outside the village, the hotel is on a moderately busy road, but surrounded on three sides by green fields and trees. You can walk to the centre of Santillana del Mar in a few minutes, while the Cave of Altamira is a 20-minute walk away.
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Bucket list experiences our writer says you must do in this destination, closest first
Santillana del Mar, Cantabria, Spain[0.2 miles]
An enchanting medieval time capsule near Cantabria’s beach-rimmed coast – reputed to be ‘the most beautiful village in Spain’. Pair with a visit to the extraordinary Palaeolithic art-filled Altamira Cave.
Best for ages: 18+ | Free
Santillana del Mar, Cantabria, Spain[1.5 miles]
A unique and fascinating 270m Paleolithic cave with some of the world’s greatest Paleolithic cave art – including 14,000-year-old paintings of horses, deer and bison. Pair it with a visit to the nearby historic town of Santillana del Mar, one of the prettiest villages in Spain.
Best for ages: 4+ | £2
