Hotel Altamira
Santillana del Mar · Cantabria · 3 Stars

Hotel Altamira

Three-star hotel in Santillana del Mar, housed in a 17th-century building, with rustic rooms, a seasonal restaurant and the Collegiate Church nearby.

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8.5 Score
1.415 Reviews
3★ Stars
14:00 Check-in
Nearby Museum of Torture · 20 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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Hotel Altamira

Hotel Altamira is a 3-star hotel in Santillana del Mar, housed in a 17th-century building with views of the Collegiate Church. In the town centre, it offers rooms with wooden floors, rustic furnishings and stone walls. All have a private bathroom and flat-screen TV; rooms also have heating and a hairdryer. Options include single, double, triple, quadruple and family rooms, with areas ranging from 16 to 30 m² and different bed configurations.

The restaurant is open from April to September. The café-bar has a terrace on the main square and serves drinks and light meals. Wi-Fi is free in the common areas. The Altamira caves are approximately 1 km away and Santander is around 30 km away. The Collegiate Church, historic streets and several museums in Santillana del Mar are within easy reach, so you can combine cultural visits with trips to the coast.

Hotel Altamira
★ 8.5 · Very good · 1.415 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel Altamira

Three-star hotel in Santillana del Mar, housed in a 17th-century building, with rustic rooms, a seasonal restaurant and the Collegiate Church nearby.

Room types

The rooms at Hotel Altamira combine a private bathroom and flat-screen TV with rustic style, wooden or parquet floors and simple furnishings. Options include single, double, triple, quadruple and family rooms; their areas range from 16 to 30 m². Several rooms have city views, while the quadruple room measures 30 m². Bed configurations vary by room, from one single bed or two single beds to three or four single beds.

The 16 m² Family Room combines a double bed with two single beds in an area separated by a door; the Double Room lets you choose between two single beds or one double bed. All rooms have a private bathroom and flat-screen TV. A desk and wardrobe complete the rooms, and all have heating.

Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — Hotel Altamira
Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
16 m²

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • City views
  • Bath or shower

At 16 m², this room has a private bathroom, flat-screen TV and city views. Its main configuration includes two single beds; the wooden or parquet floors and rustic furniture maintain the hotel's traditional style. It can also be set up with a double bed.

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Triple Room — Hotel Altamira
Triple Room
22 m²

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • City views
  • Heating

At 22 m², this room has three single beds, city views, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Wooden or parquet floors and a desk complete the rustic-style space. The upper floors are accessible by stairs only.

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Quadruple Room — Hotel Altamira
Quadruple Room
30 m²

  • 4 Single beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Bath or shower
  • Desk

At 30 m², this room has four single beds, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. A desk, wardrobe and heating complete the amenities, along with a bath or shower and free toiletries. The wooden or parquet floors complement the hotel's rustic style.

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Family Room (2 Adults and 2 Children) — Hotel Altamira
Family Room (2 Adults and 2 Children)
16 m²

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • City views
  • Sitting area

This 16 m² Family Room combines a double bed with two single beds in a small sitting area separated by a door. It has city views, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and heating, with a layout designed for sharing the room with children.

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Single Room — Hotel Altamira
Single Room
16 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • City views
  • Desk

At 16 m², this room has one single bed, city views, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. The desk and wardrobe provide practical space for your belongings, while heating and toiletries complete the amenities.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in the centre of Santillana del Mar, near the Collegiate Church and its museums.
  • you are interested in a 17th-century building with rustic-style rooms and traditional furnishings.
  • you are travelling as a family: there is a Family Room with a double bed and two single beds separated by a door.
  • you are looking for single, double, triple or quadruple room options with a private bathroom.
  • you want to visit the Altamira caves, approximately 1 km away.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need parking at the hotel: the property does not have a car park.
  • you need a lift, as the hotel does not have one.
  • you prefer a restaurant that is open all year: it is open from April to September.
  • you need free Wi-Fi in your room: it is available in the common areas.

Hotel facilities & services

Hotel Altamira offers practical amenities for a stay in Santillana del Mar. The rooms are family or non-smoking rooms and have a private bathroom, toiletries, a hairdryer, a wardrobe and a desk. Wi-Fi is free in the common areas; rooms have a television, including a flat-screen TV, and heating. The bathroom has either a bath or a shower, depending on the room.

The common areas include a terrace and sun terrace, as well as a bar and snack bar. The property offers a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, wake-up service and tourist information. If you want to get out for a walk, you can go hiking. The upper floors are accessible by stairs only; the accommodation also has 24-hour security and is non-smoking throughout.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Tourist information
  • Bath or shower
  • Hiking
  • Bar

General facilities

  • Terrace / sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Hiking
  • Concierge service
  • Wake-up service
  • Tourist information
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Food & drink

  • Snack bar
  • Bar

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Wardrobe
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Hotel Altamira is in Cantón, in the centre of Santillana del Mar, a town with historic streets known for its medieval ensemble. Plaza Mayor is 70 m away and the Collegiate Church of Santillana del Mar is 240 m away; also nearby are the Museum of Torture (20 m), the Museo del Barquillero (200 m) and the Regina Coeli Museum and convent of the Poor Clares (210 m). Gil Blas Garden is 70 m away and Campo Revolgo is 340 m away. The immediate area is suited to walks among squares, religious buildings and museums.

The Santillana del Mar Bus Terminal is 490 m from the hotel. Santa Isabel de Quijas and Puente San Miguel train stations are 3.5 km and 3.9 km away, respectively. Santander Airport is 22 km away, and Santander is around 30 km away. For a trip to the coast, Santa Justa Beach is 3.8 km away, El Sable Beach is 4.2 km away and Punta Ballota Beach is 5 km away. A car makes it easier to travel between the town, the coast and other municipalities.

The Altamira caves are approximately 1 km away and offer a chance to discover Palaeolithic cave art; the Museo Altamira Mitológica is 350 m from the hotel. Gaudí's El Capricho and the Sobrellano Palace, both in Comillas, are around 15 km away. If you feel like visiting a natural area, Liencres Dunes Natural Park is 12 km away, while Viesca Park is 5 km away and the Pas River recreation area is 12 km away. The nearby beaches make it possible to combine visits to heritage sites with time by the sea during the warmer months.

Museum of Torture — Collection dedicated to historical instruments of punishment and repression. 20 m
Plaza Mayor — Historic town square surrounded by traditional buildings and shops. 70 m
Museo del Barquillero — Local museum focusing on the barquillero tradition and its objects. 200 m
Collegiate Church of Santillana del Mar — Romanesque church noted for its architecture and historic cloister. 240 m
Campo Revolgo — Town park for walks and outdoor relaxation. 340 m
Santillana del Mar Bus Terminal — Local terminal providing connections to other places in Cantabria. 490 m

What guests say about Hotel Altamira

8.5
Very good · 1.415 reviews
Staff
9.2
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Facilities
8.2
Value for money
8.3
Free Wi-Fi
8.7

Guests at Hotel Altamira particularly appreciate the staff and the proximity to places of interest in Santillana del Mar. Cleanliness also receives favourable comments. The facilities and value for money receive somewhat more moderate ratings, while the Wi-Fi connection is rated well.

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