Hostel Casa Vacas
Carriazo · Cantabria

Hostel Casa Vacas

Hostel in Carriazo with a garden, continental breakfast, free private parking and dormitories with garden views, a few kilometres from several Cantabrian beaches.

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9.3 Score
98 Reviews
16:00 Check-in
Area Carriazo
Nearby Chapel of San Antonio · 350 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 16:00

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Hostel Casa Vacas

Hostel Casa Vacas is a hostel in Carriazo, Cantabria, with a garden and rooms overlooking the garden, 2.3 km from Playa de Langre. It offers shared dormitories and double-room options, with a shared bathroom in every room and configurations for one, two, three or four people; there is also an eight-bed mixed dormitory. The units are on the ground floor, and one quadruple room is wheelchair accessible.

The communal areas include a garden, terrace, shared lounge and shared kitchen. The property has a restaurant, snack bar, free WiFi and free private parking, with no reservation required. Continental breakfast is served, with a takeaway option; you can also hire bicycles or take part in activities such as walking tours, cycling and hiking. Carriazo is close to several beaches in Ribamontán al Mar, including Langre, Galizano and Loredo, and Cabárceno Nature Park offers the option of adding a nature excursion to your stay.

Hostel Casa Vacas
★ 9.3 · Wonderful · 98 reviews

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Hostel in Carriazo with a garden, continental breakfast, free private parking and dormitories with garden views, a few kilometres from several Cantabrian beaches.

Room types

The rooms at Hostel Casa Vacas have a shared bathroom, bed linen and garden views, and include double-room options, a quadruple room and beds in shared dormitories. The double room with two bunk beds sleeps two people; another option combines a double bed and a bunk bed, accommodating three. If you are travelling alone, you can book an individual bed in an eight-bed or four-bed mixed dormitory, while the quadruple option has four bunk beds.

All units are on the ground floor. The quadruple room also offers wheelchair access. Features available in the different categories include heating and power sockets by the bed; some also have a wardrobe. The eight-bed mixed dormitory measures 12 m², and rooms with garden views let you see outside. The range of options means you can choose an individual bed, a room for two or three people, or an option for a group of four, all with a shared bathroom.

Double Room with Shared Toilet - 2 Beds — Hostel Casa Vacas
Double Room with Shared Toilet - 2 Beds
6 m²

  • 2 Bunk beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Garden view
  • Heating

This room for two people has two bunk beds and garden views, as well as a shared bathroom and bed linen. It is on the ground floor and has heating, a wardrobe and a socket by the bed. Its bunk-bed layout sets it apart from the options with a double bed and accommodates two guests.

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Deluxe Double Room with Extra Bed — Hostel Casa Vacas
Deluxe Double Room with Extra Bed
6 m²

  • 1 Double bed and 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Garden view
  • Heating

Sleeping up to three people, this room combines a double bed and a bunk bed, a different layout from the Double Room with 2 Bunk Beds. It has garden views, a shared bathroom and bed linen. It is on the ground floor and includes heating, a wardrobe and a socket by the bed.

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Shared Dormitory
12 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Garden view
  • Heating

This individual bed is in an eight-bed mixed shared dormitory measuring 12 m², a different option from the double and quadruple rooms. The room has garden views, a shared bathroom, heating and a socket by the bed. Bed linen is included among the room's amenities.

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Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom — Hostel Casa Vacas
Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
7 m²

  • 4 Bunk beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Garden view

Designed for four people, this room has four bunk beds and is distinguished by wheelchair access throughout the unit. It is on the ground floor, has garden views and offers a shared bathroom, heating and a socket by the bed. Bed linen completes the amenities.

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Bed in 4-Bed Shared Dormitory — Hostel Casa Vacas
Bed in 4-Bed Shared Dormitory
7 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Shower
  • Garden view

This individual bed is in a four-bed shared dormitory, in contrast to the eight-bed mixed option. The room has a shared bathroom with a shower, garden views and bed linen. It also has heating and a socket by the bed, and is on the ground floor.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you are travelling by car: there is free private parking, and you do not need to reserve a space.
  • you want to combine your stay with time on the coast: Playa de Langre is 2.3 km away and Playa de Galizano is 2.6 km away.
  • you want to start the day with continental breakfast and also have a takeaway option.
  • you are travelling in a group: there is a quadruple room with four bunk beds and space for four people.
  • you enjoy outdoor activities: you can hire bicycles, and there are options for hiking, canoeing and walking tours.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need a private bathroom: all rooms have a shared bathroom.
  • you want to stay right by the beach: Playa de Langre is 2.3 km away.
  • you prefer all options to be private dormitories: there are also beds in shared four- and eight-bed dormitories.
  • you want to use towels at no extra charge: the fee is 5 EUR per person per stay.

Hotel facilities & services

The communal areas are designed for time outdoors and shared activities: there is a garden, terrace, outdoor furniture and picnic area, as well as a lounge with a TV. For meals, the property has a restaurant and snack bar, as well as a shared kitchen; continental breakfast can also be served to take away. Private parking is free and does not require a reservation, while free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Your stay can include activities arranged through the accommodation, such as bicycle hire, cycling or walking tours, hiking, canoeing and cooking or local culture classes. Board games, an indoor play area and concierge service are also available. Airport transfers and tourist information complete the range of services for planning journeys and activities in the surrounding area.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking
  • Family rooms
  • Picnic area
  • Views
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tour desk

General facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bicycle hire
  • Live music / performances
  • Cooking classes
  • Local culture tour or class
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Shared TV lounge
  • Concierge service
  • Airport shuttle

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Towels/sheets (extra charge)
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Garden view
  • View
  • Shared kitchen
  • Socket near the bed

Location & what to see

Hostel Casa Vacas is at La Portilla 5, in Carriazo, a rural village in Cantabria surrounded by small villages and green spaces. Ermita de San Antonio is 350 m away; Carriazo village is 490 m away, and Iglesia de San Martin is 500 m away. Galizano is 1.5 km away, as is Bodega Bahía de Santander. You can walk to nearby places in the village and then continue on to other villages in Ribamontán al Mar.

For a day by the sea, Playa de Langre is 2.3 km away and Playa de Galizano is 2.6 km away; Playa de Loredo is 3.9 km away and Playa de Somo is 4.3 km away. Playa Langre II is also nearby, at 2.8 km, as is Playa de Arnillas, at 2.5 km. Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 10 km away; the train stations at Villaverde de Pontones and Hoz de Anero are each 5 km away. Puerto Chico and the Port of Santander are 31 km away.

In the summer months, the beaches of Langre, Galizano, Loredo and Somo are good for swimming and spending the day by the Cantabrian Sea; Langre and Somo are also known for surfing. For a different day out, Cabárceno Nature Park is 9 km away. The coast lets you alternate between sandy beaches and visits to Carriazo and Galizano, while hiking trails, cycling and canoeing add to the activities available in the area.

Chapel of San Antonio — A small local chapel, suitable for a short walk in the surrounding area. 350 m
Playa de Langre — A Cantabrian sandy beach surrounded by cliffs, a great place to swim and enjoy the scenery. 2,3 km
Playa de Galizano — An open beach where you can enjoy the sea and explore the Ribamontán coastline. 2,6 km
La Cucabrera Viewpoint — A viewpoint for taking in the nearby cliffs and coast. 3,2 km
Playa de Loredo — A long sandy beach next to Somo, popular for walks and surfing. 3,9 km
Cabárceno Nature Park — A park with wildlife and former mining landscapes, suitable for a full-day excursion. 9 km

What guests say about Hostel Casa Vacas

9.3
Wonderful · 98 reviews
Staff
9.8
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.0
Cleanliness
9.6
Facilities
9.4
Value for money
9.2
Free Wi-Fi
7.5

Guests particularly appreciate the staff, cleanliness and comfort, as well as the well-regarded facilities. WiFi receives more moderate comments compared with these aspects. Overall, the reviews reflect a satisfying stay, with the team’s service among the most appreciated features.

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