Hotel Faro de San Vicente
San Vicente de la Barquera · Cantabria · 3 Stars

Hotel Faro de San Vicente

Three-star hotel next to the port of San Vicente de la Barquera, with a terrace, free WiFi and rooms with estuary views.

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8.1 Score
2.018 Reviews
3★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Nearby King's Castle · 250 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Hotel Faro de San Vicente

Hotel Faro de San Vicente is a 3-star hotel in San Vicente de la Barquera, next to the port and with views of the historic centre and the estuary. The town centre is 300 metres away, and the beaches and coastal landscape of Cantabria are nearby.

Its rooms have a private bathroom, heating and a TV; some offer sea or estuary views. Options include single and double rooms, a quadruple room and a Junior Suite with a terrace. For a drink, the hotel has a café and a bar with a terrace. WiFi is free throughout the property, and services include a 24-hour reception, luggage storage and tourist information. There is no parking. From San Vicente de la Barquera, you can visit places such as Oyambre and Comillas, or plan a trip to the Picos de Europa. It’s an option for anyone who wants to stay by the port and combine walks around town with days on the coast.

Hotel Faro de San Vicente
★ 8.1 · Very good · 2.018 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel Faro de San Vicente

Three-star hotel next to the port of San Vicente de la Barquera, with a terrace, free WiFi and rooms with estuary views.

Room types

The rooms include single and double options, a room with an extra bed, a quadruple room and a Junior Suite with a terrace. They range from 9 to 26 m² and all have a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. The Basic Single Room is designed for one person, while the Standard Quadruple Room accommodates up to four. The Double Room with Extra Bed can accommodate two adults and one child under 12.

Some double rooms face the estuary or have sea views; others face inland or do not offer sea views. The Junior Suite has a balcony and terrace, and overlooks the street. Differences in amenities include a safe and a fridge in some options. Beds vary between twin beds, a double bed and, in the room with an extra bed, a futon. This lets you choose between a simple stay, views of the water or more space to share.

Standard Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — Hotel Faro de San Vicente
Standard Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
13 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Wooden or parquet flooring
  • TV

This 13 m² room has wooden flooring, a TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. The main configuration has two single beds. It does not offer sea views, making it a simple option for resting after exploring San Vicente de la Barquera.

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Double Room with Bay View - 1 or 2 Beds — Hotel Faro de San Vicente
Double Room with Bay View - 1 or 2 Beds
13 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Sea view
  • Bidet

This 13 m² room stands out for its views of the sea and the estuary. It has a private bathroom, a TV and wooden flooring; the main configuration offers two single beds. It has the same floor area as the Standard Double Room, but adds views of the bay as a distinctive feature.

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Basic Single Room — Hotel Faro de San Vicente
Basic Single Room
9 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Desk
  • Heating

At 9 m² and designed for one person, this is the hotel’s single-room option. It has a single bed, a private bathroom, a TV, a desk and heating. Wooden flooring and a compact size make it a functional stay for anyone travelling alone and looking for a single room.

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Double Room with Extra Bed — Hotel Faro de San Vicente
Double Room with Extra Bed
16 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed and 1 Futon
  • Max 3 guests
  • Futon
  • Desk

This 16 m² room combines a double bed with a futon and can accommodate two adults and one child under 12. It has a private bathroom, a TV, a desk and heating. It does not offer sea views, and differs from the standard double rooms by providing this additional sleeping space.

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Junior Suite with Terrace — Hotel Faro de San Vicente
Junior Suite with Terrace
26 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

At 26 m², this Junior Suite has a balcony and terrace, as well as street views. It includes a large double bed, a safe and a private bathroom. Extra beds and cots are not permitted, and guests under 18 cannot stay in this room; keep this restriction in mind when choosing it.

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Superior Double Room — Hotel Faro de San Vicente
Superior Double Room
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Sea view
  • Safe

This 17 m² room combines sea views with a safe and a fridge, two features that distinguish it from other double rooms. It has a private bathroom and a TV; the main configuration has two single beds. Water views and extra space complete a stay for two.

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Double Room - Inland Facing — Hotel Faro de San Vicente
Double Room - Inland Facing
13 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Wardrobe
  • Wooden or parquet flooring

At 13 m², this room is distinguished by its inland-facing aspect. It has a private bathroom, a wardrobe, parquet flooring, heating and a flat-screen TV. The main configuration has two single beds. It’s an alternative to the double rooms with bay or sea views.

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Standard Quadruple Room — Hotel Faro de San Vicente
Standard Quadruple Room
18 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Fan
  • Flat-screen TV

This 18 m² room is designed for four people and has two single beds and one double bed. It has a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a fan, as well as heating and a telephone. Its three-bed layout sets it apart from the double options and lets families or groups share the room.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay next to the port and 300 m from the centre of San Vicente de la Barquera
  • you’d like beaches and coves within easy reach, such as Cala de Liñera, 750 m away
  • you’re looking for a room with sea or estuary views
  • you’re travelling with family or a group: the Standard Quadruple Room accommodates up to four people
  • you value having free WiFi throughout the property

Maybe not, if...

  • you need parking at the hotel: the property does not have parking
  • you’re travelling with anyone under 18 and want to book the Junior Suite with Terrace
  • you need to add an extra bed or a cot to the Junior Suite with Terrace
  • you want sea views from every room: some options face inland or do not offer those views

Hotel facilities & services

The café and bar provide a place to enjoy a drink, with an outdoor terrace. The property also has free WiFi and flat-screen TVs in the rooms, along with a telephone. For everyday needs, there is a 24-hour reception, luggage storage and tourist information, as well as daily housekeeping and laundry facilities.

The shared areas include a lift, and some rooms are soundproofed. There are also family rooms and non-smoking rooms. The café serves wine and champagne, and board games and puzzles are available. The hotel provides heating, a fan and a wake-up service; it also has meeting or banquet rooms, a safe and vending machines for snacks and drinks. These services suit both leisure stays and business trips, while keeping you close to the port and the centre of San Vicente de la Barquera.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Beach
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tourist information
  • Shower
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry service

General facilities

  • Terrace
  • Beach
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • 24-hour reception
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry service
  • Safe
  • Snack vending machine
  • Drink vending machine
  • No smoking throughout
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Family rooms

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Wine / champagne
  • Bar

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe

Location & what to see

Hotel Faro de San Vicente is next to the port, at Fuente Nueva 1 and 300 m from the centre of San Vicente de la Barquera. In the nearby streets, you can visit Castillo del Rey, 250 m away, and Plaza Mayor del Fuero, 380 m away. Mercado de San Vicente de la Barquera is 470 m away, while Iglesia de Santa María de los Ángeles is 540 m away. The port, estuary and historic centre are all within distances that make it possible to explore much of the town on foot.

San Vicente de la Barquera bus station is 630 m away and the train station is 2.2 km away. Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 45 km away. To reach the coast, Cala de Liñera is 750 m away and Playa de la Maza is 870 m away; Playa Meron is 1.1 km away. Playa de Fuentes and Playa Gerra are both 2.6 km away, and Playa de Berellin is 3.4 km away. These beaches let you alternate walks along the estuary with time by the sea.

In the centre, you can also visit Torre del Preboste, 430 m away, or Ermita de la Virgen de la Guía, 620 m away. For a day trip, Palacio de Sobrellano and El Capricho de Gaudí are 8 km away, in Comillas. The Oyambre area is another nearby coastal destination, and San Vicente de la Barquera is a base for visiting the Picos de Europa. In town, the street market and market offer interesting stops along the way; towards the coast, the different beaches and coves give you several stretches of coastline to choose from.

King's Castle — A fortress beside the historic centre, in a prominent position overlooking the town. 250 m
San Vicente de la Barquera Market — A local market to explore and discover products from the area. 470 m
Church of Santa María de los Ángeles — A historic church among the town’s old streets. 540 m
San Vicente de la Barquera Bus Station — A nearby bus station for planning trips from the town. 630 m
Cala de Liñera — A small coastal cove where you can take in the maritime landscape of San Vicente. 750 m
Playa de la Maza — A nearby beach for enjoying the coast and walking by the sea. 870 m

What guests say about Hotel Faro de San Vicente

8.1
Very good · 2.018 reviews
Staff
8.9
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.1
Cleanliness
8.6
Facilities
8.1
Value for money
7.9
Free Wi-Fi
7.3

Guests particularly appreciate the staff and the proximity to the port, town centre and coast. Cleanliness and comfort receive favourable comments, while WiFi and value for money have more room for improvement compared with other aspects.

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