Hotel El Jisu
Camaleño · Cantabria · 3 Stars

Hotel El Jisu

Mountain hotel in Camaleño, with a swimming pool and views of the Picos de Europa, a Cantabrian cuisine restaurant, terrace and rooms with private bathrooms.

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9.2 Score
419 Reviews
3★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Area Camaleño
Nearby Hermitage of San Idelfonso · 540 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Hotel El Jisu

Hotel El Jisu is a 3-star hotel in Camaleño, beside the road from Potes to Fuente Dé, with a swimming pool and views of the mountainous landscape of Liébana. Its rural setting suits a stay focused on the outdoors and visits around the valley. The rooms have private bathrooms, desks, TVs and heating; some have terraces and views of the mountains, garden, river or swimming pool.

The hotel offers free Wi-Fi throughout and free public parking. Its restaurant serves home-cooked Cantabrian cuisine, and there is also a café, bar and snack bar. Breakfast options include continental, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free choices. The spacious terrace and reading area let you alternate excursions with quiet moments at the accommodation. With its facilities and surroundings, Hotel El Jisu may suit both a couples’ getaway and a family trip around the villages and landscapes of the Picos de Europa.

Hotel El Jisu
★ 9.2 · Wonderful · 419 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel El Jisu

Mountain hotel in Camaleño, with a swimming pool and views of the Picos de Europa, a Cantabrian cuisine restaurant, terrace and rooms with private bathrooms.

Room types

The four room types at Hotel El Jisu all have private bathrooms and accommodate a maximum of two people, with floor areas ranging from 16 to 25 m². Light and scenery are part of the stay: depending on the room, the windows look out onto the garden, swimming pool, mountains, river or other parts of the surrounding area. Some combine several of these views, while others focus on the mountain scenery.

The rooms also differ in their spaces for relaxing. One Superior option has a sofa and seating area, while another has a private entrance and tiled floors. Some rooms have a terrace, and one room type with mountain views offers a double bed. In the options with twin beds, the layout makes them suitable for couples or people sharing a room. The range lets you choose between a simple room with views and one with a more defined seating area.

Double Room with Mountain View - 1 or 2 Beds — Hotel El Jisu
Double Room with Mountain View - 1 or 2 Beds
16 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Terrace
  • Pool view

At 16 m², this room has a private bathroom and stands out for its views of the mountains, garden and swimming pool, as well as other parts of the landscape. The terrace provides a private outdoor space to relax after a day of excursions. Its combination of views is its most distinctive feature.

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Superior Double Room with Garden View - 2 Beds — Hotel El Jisu
Superior Double Room with Garden View - 2 Beds
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Sofa
  • Garden view

Its 25 m² provide more room to relax, with a seating area equipped with a sofa and flat-screen TV. Views of the garden and swimming pool give this Superior Room its character; it also has a private bathroom and parquet flooring.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom — Hotel El Jisu
Double Room with Private Bathroom
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Private entrance
  • Seating area

This 20 m² room combines mountain views with a seating area and private entrance. Its tiled floors distinguish it from the rooms with parquet flooring, and its double bed offers a different layout from the options with twin beds. It includes a private bathroom.

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Double Room with Balcony - 2 Beds — Hotel El Jisu
Double Room with Balcony - 2 Beds
16 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Terrace
  • Mountain view

At 16 m², this room stands out for its terrace and views of the garden, mountains and river. A private bathroom and twin beds complete this simple option for two people, with several parts of the landscape visible from the room.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you enjoy mountain excursions and hiking in the Picos de Europa.
  • you want to stay in Camaleño, between Potes and Fuente Dé.
  • you’d like to have a swimming pool, terrace and garden during your stay.
  • you’re travelling with family and value family rooms and an indoor play area.
  • you’re looking for a restaurant serving home-cooked Cantabrian cuisine and continental, vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free breakfast options.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need private parking: the on-site parking is public, although free.
  • your group has more than two people per room: each room type accommodates a maximum of two guests.
  • you want breakfast included in the rate: it is not included in the price of the stay.
  • you need a train station next to the hotel: Bulnes station is 14 km away.

Hotel facilities & services

The outdoor spaces are one of Hotel El Jisu’s main features: there is a garden, outdoor furniture, a picnic area and a sun terrace. The accommodation also has a games room, an indoor play area, board games and puzzles; books, DVDs or music are available for younger guests. If you want to explore the surrounding area, you can go hiking and ask for tourist information.

The restaurant, café, bar and snack bar offer different options for a meal or a drink. Special diet menus are available on request, and wine or champagne is also served. Free public parking is available on site and does not require a reservation. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. Indoor facilities include family rooms, a flat-screen TV and a shared TV lounge.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Picnic area
  • Tourist information

General facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Hiking
  • Games room
  • Tourist information
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games / puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared TV lounge
  • Family rooms
  • Sun loungers/beach chairs

Parking

  • Parking for guests with reduced mobility

Food & drink

  • Coffee shop on site
  • Wine / champagne
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Mountain view
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Location & what to see

Hotel El Jisu is on Ctra. Potes - Fuente Dé, at kilometre 8, within the municipality of Camaleño. Camaleño is 590 m away and Ermita de San Idelfonso is 540 m away. The landscape of Liébana combines scattered villages with the peaks of the Picos de Europa, so travelling between hamlets and viewpoints is part of the visit. Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción is 750 m away and Museo de la Escuela is 760 m away.

Nearby, you can visit Redo, 780 m away, and Mogrovejo, 830 m away. Torre de Mogrovejo is there too, also 780 m from the hotel. Picos de Europa National Park is 9 km away. Iglesia del monasterio and Puerta del Perdón are 3.7 km away; Mirador de San Miguel, 4.1 km away, is another place to take in the scenery. The area lets you combine cultural visits with walks along mountain paths.

To plan a day outdoors, you can alternate hiking with visits to nearby villages. The milder months are usually practical for spending more time outside, while in autumn the landscape changes colour and excursions have a different feel. If you’d rather take a break for a meal outside the hotel, El Caserío is 650 m away, Quesos y Cosas is 750 m away and Mesón Los Molinos is 1.2 km away. Potes and Fuente Dé are useful reference points for travelling along the road that passes the accommodation and discovering different corners of Liébana.

Hermitage of San Idelfonso — A small nearby hermitage to add a heritage visit to your walk. 540 m
Camaleño — A nearby village from which to explore the rural surroundings of Liébana. 590 m
Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción — A local church where you can discover the area’s religious heritage. 750 m
School Museum — A small museum where you can discover aspects of local school life. 760 m
Tower of Mogrovejo — A historic tower associated with the nearby village of Mogrovejo. 780 m
Mogrovejo — A mountain village with traditional architecture and views of the landscape. 830 m

What guests say about Hotel El Jisu

9.2
Wonderful · 419 reviews
Staff
9.7
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Value for money
9.4
Free Wi-Fi
8.3

Reviews reflect a particularly well-maintained stay: staff and cleanliness receive very favourable comments, alongside positive impressions of comfort and value for money. Guests also appreciate the mountain setting and the team’s attentiveness. Wi-Fi receives a somewhat more moderate rating than the other aspects.

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