Hosteria San Emeterio
Isla · Cantabria

Hosteria San Emeterio

Rustic-style hotel in Isla, with a garden, terrace, local seafood restaurant and several beaches in Quejo just a few minutes’ walk away.

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8.5 Score
260 Reviews
13:00 Check-in
Area Isla
Nearby Parque de los Condes de Isla · 120 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 13:00

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Hosteria San Emeterio

Hosteria San Emeterio is a hotel in Isla, a five-minute walk from Quejo Beach, with a restaurant serving local seafood. Its rustic style can be seen in the bright rooms, with sloping ceilings and beams, and in simple decor that fits the coastal surroundings. There are double, triple and quadruple options, with a private bathroom, heating and a flat-screen TV; some let you choose between a double bed and two single beds.

The property has a garden, a terrace overlooking the gardens, a bar and a lounge with armchairs and a fireplace. It also offers continental and buffet breakfast, as well as free Wi-Fi throughout and free public parking on site, with no reservation required. The family rooms make Hosteria San Emeterio an option for couples and small groups looking to combine beach time and relaxation. Noja, its beaches and the golf course are 4 km away; Santoña is a 15-minute drive away, and Santander is less than 45 km away.

Hosteria San Emeterio
★ 8.5 · Very good · 260 reviews

Plan your stay at Hosteria San Emeterio

Rustic-style hotel in Isla, with a garden, terrace, local seafood restaurant and several beaches in Quejo just a few minutes’ walk away.

Room types

The rooms have a rustic style, with bright interiors and, in some, sloping ceilings with wooden beams. Options include a 12 m² double room, a 15 m² triple room and a 15 m² quadruple room, as well as a special rate for a double room. Depending on the room type, they can accommodate two to four people; beds range from one double bed to two single beds or a combination of both.

All rooms have a private bathroom and a bathtub, as well as a flat-screen TV, heating and soundproofing. You’ll also find toiletries, a hairdryer, a desk and a wardrobe. The Double Room lets you choose between a double bed and two single beds, while the options for three and four guests have single beds and a double bed. The special rate includes breakfast and a dinner with Cantabrian beef steak for two.

Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — Hosteria San Emeterio
Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
12 m²

  • 1 double bed or 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bathtub
  • Soundproofing

At 12 m², this room accommodates two people and lets you choose between a double bed and two single beds. The interior retains the hotel’s rustic style and has a bathtub, soundproofing and a flat-screen TV—a practical combination for relaxing after a day by the sea.

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Triple Room — Hosteria San Emeterio
Triple Room
15 m²

  • 1 single bed and 1 double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Bathtub
  • Tile/marble flooring

This 15 m² room accommodates three people, with one single bed and one double bed. Sloping ceilings with wooden beams highlight its rustic character, while the bathtub, tiled floor and desk give the space its own distinctive features.

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Quadruple Room — Hosteria San Emeterio
Quadruple Room
15 m²

  • 2 single beds and 1 double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Heating
  • Wardrobe

At 15 m², this option sleeps four and combines a double bed with two single beds. Its bright interior retains the rustic decor and sloping ceilings with beams. Heating, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV complete the room’s amenities.

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Special Offer - Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — Hosteria San Emeterio
Special Offer - Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
12 m²

  • 1 double bed or 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer

This 12 m² double room is for two people and offers the choice of a double bed or two single beds. Its distinctive feature is what the rate includes: accommodation, breakfast and a dinner with Cantabrian beef steak. The room has a bathtub and a flat-screen TV.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want Quejo Beach to be a five-minute walk away, with other beaches nearby.
  • you’d like to stay in a hotel with a garden and a terrace overlooking the gardens.
  • you’re looking for a restaurant serving local seafood, a bar and a lounge with a fireplace.
  • you’re travelling with family or in a group: there are family rooms and a quadruple option for four people.
  • you’d find it useful to have free public parking on site.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need private parking: the parking available on site is public.
  • you want the beach right outside the hotel; Quejo Beach is a five-minute walk away.
  • you need a train station next to your accommodation: Gama is 8 km away and Beranga is 9 km away.
  • you’re travelling with more than four people and need to fit everyone in one room.

Hotel facilities & services

The garden and terrace provide outdoor spaces to enjoy the hotel’s surroundings; inside, the lift makes it easier to reach the floors. Family rooms are an option for those travelling in a group, while the heating and air conditioning let you adjust the room to suit different times of year. There’s also a safe and tourist information, as well as non-smoking areas and soundproofed rooms.

The restaurant and bar make up the dining options. Special diet menus are available on request. In your room, you’ll find a private bathroom, bathtub, toiletries, hairdryer, wardrobe and desk; a flat-screen TV is provided for entertainment. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. Parking is public and free, is on site and cannot be reserved.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Bathtub
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Tourist information
  • Lift

General facilities

  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Tourist information
  • Safe
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble flooring
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Lift
  • Family rooms

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Wardrobe
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Hosteria San Emeterio is on Avenida Juan Hormaechea, in Isla, in the coastal area of Quejo. Quejo Beach is a five-minute walk away; Playa Cuarezo is 350 m away and Playa de los Barcos is 500 m away. You can also visit Playa del Sable, 550 m away, and Ris Beach, 1.1 km away. Parque de los Condes de Isla, a green space for a stroll near the property, is just 120 m away.

There are other places to visit in Isla between beach days: Ermita de San Sebastián is 630 m away and Joyel Animal Park is 780 m away. Molino de Santa Olaja is 920 m away, while Casa de las Mareas is 1.3 km away. For longer journeys, Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 22 km away and Bilbao Airport is 53 km away. Gama and Beranga stations are 8 and 9 km away, respectively.

Noja is 4 km away, with beaches and a golf course nearby; Santoña is a 15-minute drive away and Santander is less than 45 km away. In the summer months, the local beaches are ideal for swimming and coastal walks. Outside peak season, you can explore the Isla area and visit nearby mills, chapels and natural spaces. Pico Brusco, at 237 m, is 4.9 km away and offers another way to explore the surroundings.

Parque de los Condes de Isla — A nearby green space for a stroll and an outdoor break. 120 m
Playa Cuarezo — A beach close to the property, suitable for spending the day by the sea. 350 m
Chapel of San Sebastián — A small local chapel where you can learn about Isla’s religious heritage. 630 m
Joyel Animal Park — An animal park for a different kind of visit during your stay. 780 m
Mill of Santa Olaja — An old mill that forms part of the area’s heritage. 920 m
Casa de las Mareas — A museum dedicated to showcasing the local surroundings and marshlands. 1,3 km

What guests say about Hosteria San Emeterio

8.5
Very good · 260 reviews
Staff
9.3
Comfort
8.3
Location
8.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Facilities
8.3
Value for money
8.6
Free Wi-Fi
6.9

Guests particularly appreciate the staff’s attentiveness and the cleanliness. They also value the quality-to-price ratio; the facilities and comfort receive more moderate ratings, while Wi-Fi is the least highly rated aspect.

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