Hotel Alfar
Isla · Cantabria · 3 Stars

Hotel Alfar

3-star hotel in Isla, opposite Playa del Sable, with rooms with balconies, apartments with kitchens and a restaurant serving traditional Cantabrian cuisine.

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7.8 Score
1.886 Reviews
3★ Stars
14:30 Check-in
Area Isla
Nearby Playa del Sable · 20 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:30

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Hotel Alfar

Hotel Alfar is a 3-star hotel in Isla, opposite Playa del Sable, with views of the bay and coastline 20 m away. It combines simple rooms, some with balconies and sea views, with one- and two-bedroom apartments measuring 40 or 65 m². The apartments have a kitchen and living area; the rooms have a private bathroom, television and wooden or parquet flooring. Some options overlook an inner courtyard, while others have a balcony, bathtub and sea views.

The restaurant serves traditional Cantabrian cuisine, and the property also has a bar and café. Continental and buffet breakfast is available, and WiFi is free in the common areas. Private parking is free, with limited spaces that cannot be reserved. The beach is a few metres away, while Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 22 km away. It is an option for those who want to spend a few days by the coast, close to beaches, walking routes and places of interest in Isla.

Hotel Alfar
★ 7.8 · Good · 1.886 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel Alfar

3-star hotel in Isla, opposite Playa del Sable, with rooms with balconies, apartments with kitchens and a restaurant serving traditional Cantabrian cuisine.

Room types

Hotel Alfar combines simple rooms with one- and two-bedroom apartments. Sizes range from the 10 m² small double room to the 40 and 65 m² apartments; the other rooms measure 13 or 15 m². All have a private bathroom and flat-screen television, and several room types have wooden or parquet flooring.

The double and triple rooms offer different configurations: some have a balcony and sea views, others have a balcony and views without a sea-facing aspect, and there are also options overlooking an inner courtyard. The apartments have a kitchen and living area with a sofa bed; the two-bedroom apartment also has one bedroom with a double bed and another with single beds. You can choose between a compact room, a room with outdoor space or an apartment with a kitchen, depending on the kind of trip you have planned.

Small Double Room - 2 Beds — Hotel Alfar
Small Double Room - 2 Beds
10 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Patio

Measuring 10 m², this compact room has two single beds and overlooks an inner courtyard. It has a small outdoor area and no sea views, unlike the rooms with balconies and coastal views. The bathroom is private.

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One-Bedroom Apartment (2 Adults + 2 Children) — Hotel Alfar
One-Bedroom Apartment (2 Adults + 2 Children)
40 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Kitchen
  • Livng area

This 40 m² apartment has one bedroom, a kitchen and a living area with a sofa bed. The two single beds and sofa bed let you arrange sleeping space between the bedroom and living room; it also includes a coffee machine and private bathroom. Its layout sets it apart from the rooms.

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Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults + 2 Children) — Hotel Alfar
Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults + 2 Children)
65 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed and 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 6 guests
  • Kitchen
  • Living area

This 65 m² apartment has two bedrooms, with sleeping space provided by one double bed, two single beds and a sofa bed. It also has a kitchen, living area and coffee machine. Its two bedrooms distinguish it from the one-bedroom apartment, which measures 40 m².

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Double Room with Balcony and Sea View — Hotel Alfar
Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
13 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Sea view

This 13 m² room has a balcony with sea views and a bathtub, a combination that distinguishes it from the options with inland views or no balcony. It has two single beds, a wardrobe and a private bathroom; the coast is visible from the outdoor space.

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Double Room with Balcony — Hotel Alfar
Double Room with Balcony
13 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • View

This 13 m² room has a balcony, bathtub and views. Its two single beds and parquet flooring maintain a simple style, while the outdoor space sets it apart from the small room with an inner courtyard.

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Triple Room with Sea View — Hotel Alfar
Triple Room with Sea View
13 m² · Private bathroom

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Sea view
  • Balcony

This 13 m² triple room has a balcony and sea views, as well as a bathtub and private bathroom. Its three single beds distinguish it from the Double Room with Balcony and Sea View, which also has a balcony and bathtub but sleeps two.

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Triple Room with Balcony — Hotel Alfar
Triple Room with Balcony
13 m² · Private bathroom

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub

This 13 m² triple room has a balcony, bathtub and views, without the sea-view feature of the other triple room. It has three single beds, parquet flooring and a private bathroom, as well as its own outdoor space.

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Economy Triple Room — Hotel Alfar
Economy Triple Room
15 m² · Private bathroom

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Patio
  • Inner courtyard view

This 15 m² triple room has a patio and views of an inner courtyard instead of the balcony found in the other triple rooms. The bathtub, private bathroom and three single beds complete its simple layout, with sheltered outdoor space facing the courtyard.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay by the sea: Playa del Sable is 20 m from the hotel.
  • you're looking for an apartment with a kitchen and living area: one- and two-bedroom options are available.
  • you're travelling in a group and want a spacious apartment: the two-bedroom apartment measures 65 m².
  • you like having breakfast at your accommodation: continental and buffet options are available.
  • you value free private parking and can manage with limited spaces that cannot be reserved.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need a reserved parking space: parking cannot be reserved and spaces are limited.
  • you want free WiFi in your room: free WiFi is available in the common areas.
  • you're planning a stay of fewer than three nights: the minimum stay is three nights.
  • you'd rather not pay a cash deposit: €150 is requested on arrival and refunded after the accommodation has been inspected.

Hotel facilities & services

The common areas combine services for a stay by the sea with places to eat at the hotel. There is a restaurant, bar and café, as well as a children's menu. The terrace and sun terrace provide outdoor spaces, while the beach is a few metres away. Activities include hiking and a golf course less than 3 km away.

The accommodation offers free private parking on site, with limited spaces that cannot be reserved. Free WiFi is also available in the common areas. Heating and a lift complete the general facilities; you can use the tourist information service to find out about activities and places in the surrounding area. Packed lunches and meeting or banquet rooms are also available.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathtub
  • Restaurant
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Beachfront
  • Beach
  • Tourist information

General facilities

  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Beach
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Tourist information
  • Packed lunches
  • Meeting / banquet facilities
  • Invoice provided
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift

Parking

  • Street parking

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Children's menu
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Wardrobe

Location & what to see

Hotel Alfar is at El Sable, 4, in Isla, opposite the Cantabrian coast. Playa del Sable is 20 m away; Playa de los Barcos is 150 m away, and Playa Cuarezo is 300 m away. Playa de Arnadal, 320 m away, and Cala Los Cuarezos, 410 m away, are also nearby. The coast of Isla alternates between sandy beaches and small coves, so you can reach several places to swim without going far from the immediate area.

Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 22 km away and Bilbao Airport is 53 km away. Gama and Beranga train stations are 8 km and 9 km away, respectively. For a walk among green spaces, Parque de los Condes de Isla is 700 m away; Parque de animales Joyel is 1.1 km away. Molino de Santa Olaja is 1.4 km away and Casa de las Mareas is 1.7 km away. Centro de Interpretación del Parque Natural Marismas de Santoña, victoria y Joyel is 9 km away.

You can combine beach days with a visit to Palacio de los Condes de Isla, 2.1 km away, or Torre de Rebollar, 2.0 km away. Noja Golf is 1.8 km away and Pico Brusco, at 237 m, is 4.8 km away, with opportunities to play golf and explore the area on foot. In the warmer months, the nearby beaches are ideal for swimming; outside summer, the coves, parks and places of interest offer quieter outings along the coast of Isla.

Playa del Sable — Sandy beach next to the hotel, suitable for swimming and coastal walks. 20 m
Playa de los Barcos — A nearby stretch of coast where you can enjoy the sun, sand and sea. 150 m
Playa de Arnadal — A nearby beach where you can discover another corner of Isla's coastline. 320 m
Cala Los Cuarezos — A small cove in the area, a short distance from the coast. 410 m
Park of the Counts of Isla — Nearby green space where you can relax between walks around the town. 700 m
Mill of Santa Olaja — A historic mill offering a cultural visit near Isla. 1,4 km

What guests say about Hotel Alfar

7.8
Good · 1.886 reviews
Staff
8.7
Comfort
8.0
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
8.4
Facilities
7.3
Value for money
7.6
Free Wi-Fi
7.4

Guests particularly appreciate the proximity to the sea and the attentive staff. Cleanliness and comfort also receive good reviews, while the facilities and WiFi make a more moderate impression. Overall, guests highlight how easy it is to get to the beach.

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