Coastal hotel in Cóbreces, next to Playa de Luaña, with rooms offering sea views, a terrace, free WiFi and suggestions for discovering Cantabria.
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Hotel El Refugio is a 2-star hotel in Cóbreces, next to the Cantabrian coast and 200 m from Playa de Luaña. Recently renovated, it combines rooms with a modern, functional style with a seaside setting near cliffs and natural areas. Some rooms have a terrace and sea views; others overlook an inner courtyard and include a private bathroom and flat-screen TV.
The accommodation offers free WiFi and private parking, which may incur an additional charge. Breakfast options include continental, vegan, gluten-free and buffet choices. The property also has a café, snack bar, cocktail bar and small shops. A private app for guests suggests special places to visit in Cantabria. From Cóbreces, you can visit Comillas, Santillana del Mar and San Vicente de la Barquera, as well as explore beaches, viewpoints and coastal routes. It’s an option for those looking to relax by the sea and enjoy outdoor activities.
The hotel has four room types, from the Single Room to the Triple Room. They range from 14 to 24 m² and accommodate one to three people. All have a private bathroom and flat-screen TV; several overlook an inner courtyard. The Double Room lets you choose between two single beds or one double bed, while the Triple Room combines one single bed and one double bed.
The Double Room with Sea View stands out for its balcony and terrace, both facing the coastal landscape. In the other categories, features vary and include a bath or shower, bidet, toiletries, safe and dressing room. The 14 m² Single Room is designed for one person; the 24 m² Triple Room has space for three. You can choose between a single stay, a Double Room overlooking the courtyard or the sea, and an option that accommodates three guests.
At 15 m², this room accommodates two people and overlooks an inner courtyard. You can choose between two single beds or one double bed. The private bathroom has a bath or shower, bidet and toiletries; a safe and tiled floor complete the facilities.
This 24 m² room accommodates three guests and overlooks an inner courtyard. It combines one single bed and one double bed, a practical arrangement for sharing a stay. The private bathroom includes a bath or shower, bidet and toiletries; there is also a safe and dressing room.
This 15 m² room for two people stands out for its sea views from the balcony and terrace. You can choose between two single beds or one double bed. The private bathroom has a bath or shower, and the room includes a safe and bed linen.
At 14 m², this room has one single bed and is designed for one person. It overlooks an inner courtyard and has a private bathroom with a bath or shower and bidet. The dressing room, safe and socket next to the bed are practical features during your stay.
The hotel has outdoor spaces including a picnic area, outdoor furniture, a garden and a sun terrace. As it is on the beachfront, you can alternate time on the coast with activities in the surrounding area. Options include snorkelling, horse riding, cycling, hiking, walking and cycling tours, as well as live music and performances.
There is a café, snack bar and bar where you can enjoy a drink, including wine and champagne. The hotel also offers parking and free WiFi. In the shared areas, you’ll find a shared lounge with a TV; the rooms include a flat-screen TV. The accommodation organises movie nights and pub crawls, and offers visits or classes about local culture. Bike hire lets you explore the surrounding area on two wheels, while the picnic area and garden provide places to relax outdoors.
Hotel El Refugio is in Cóbreces, on the Cantabrian coast, next to Playa de Luaña, 200 m away. The surrounding area has a beach, small coves and viewpoints: Mirador de Luaña is 250 m away and Ensenada de Luaña is 600 m away. Ermita de San Felices is 580 m away, and the centre of Cóbreces is 1 km away. The coast and its scenery shape this area, where you can alternate seaside walks with visits to places inland.
Playa de Comillas is 5 km away. In Comillas, El Capricho de Gaudí and Palacio de Sobrellano are 6 km from the hotel; Bosque de Secuoyas is 8 km away. You can also visit Playa de Fonfría, 3.8 km away, and Novales, 3.3 km away. Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 31 km away. San Pedro de Rudagüera and Casar de Periedo stations are both 6 km away.
In the summer months, the area's beaches invite you to swim and spend time on the coast; outside the swimming season, the viewpoints and nearby villages offer other reasons to explore the area. Playa de Luaña and Playa de Fonfría are options for enjoying the coastline, while Comillas adds architecture and heritage. In the surrounding area, you can also go hiking, cycling, snorkelling, canoeing, fishing and horse riding. For a more relaxing outing, Bosque de Secuoyas and the coves let you enjoy nature and scenery without going too far from Cóbreces.
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Guests particularly praise the staff and WiFi connection, as well as the cleanliness and comfort. The facilities and value for money also receive favourable comments.
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Hotel El Refugio is at Playa de Luaña, 218, in Cóbreces. Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 31 km away. The San Pedro de Rudagüera and Casar de Periedo train stations are 6 km away. The hotel has private parking on site; charges may apply and you don’t need to reserve it. The nearest beach, Playa de Luaña, is 200 m away.
Hotel El Refugio is next to Playa de Luaña, 200 m away, and 250 m from Luaña Viewpoint. Luaña Cove is 600 m away. Playa de Comillas is 5 km away; El Capricho de Gaudí and Sobrellano Palace, in Comillas, are 6 km away. Sequoia Forest is 8 km away.
Hotel El Refugio offers continental, vegan, gluten-free and buffet breakfast options. You can choose from a range of options, including alternatives for those who prefer a plant-based breakfast or need to avoid gluten. Breakfast is not listed as included in the rate.
Hotel El Refugio has Double Rooms, Triple Rooms, Double Rooms with Sea View and Single Rooms. The Triple Room is 24 m² and accommodates three people; the Single Room is 14 m² and accommodates one. The room with sea views has a balcony and terrace, while others overlook an inner courtyard.
Yes, Hotel El Refugio offers free WiFi throughout the property. The rooms also have a flat-screen TV, and the shared areas include a shared lounge with a TV, so you can connect or relax in different spaces.
During your stay at Hotel El Refugio, you can go snorkelling, cycling, hiking, canoeing, fishing and horse riding. There are also walking and cycling tours, movie nights, and live music or performances. Playa de Luaña, 200 m away, lets you enjoy the nearby coast.