Hotel La Rivera
Arenas de Cabrales · Asturias · 2 Stars

Hotel La Rivera

Two-star hotel in Arenas de Cabrales, with rooms featuring bathtubs, free WiFi and outdoor activities near the Picos de Europa.

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9.0 Score
609 Reviews
2★ Stars
16:00 Check-in
Nearby Puente Ribeles · 180 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 16:00

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Hotel La Rivera

Hotel La Rivera is a 2-star hotel in Arenas de Cabrales, on the outskirts of the Picos de Europa National Park and 460 m from the Cueva Exposición Queso Cabrales. Its surroundings combine mountain scenery with village life, with the River Cares running through the village, known for trout and salmon fishing.

The accommodation is practical for anyone wanting to explore Cabrales and enjoy hiking, cycling, canoeing or fishing. Its rooms, for one or two people, have a private bathroom, bathtub and flat-screen TV; the Superior Double also offers mountain views. Free WiFi is available, and breakfast includes continental, vegetarian and vegan options. The hotel also provides a shuttle service, tourist information and luggage storage, as well as organising outdoor activities. The Covadonga Lakes are 13 km away and Poncebos, a nearby gateway to the Picos, is 5 km away.

Hotel La Rivera
★ 9.0 · Wonderful · 609 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel La Rivera

Two-star hotel in Arenas de Cabrales, with rooms featuring bathtubs, free WiFi and outdoor activities near the Picos de Europa.

Room types

The rooms include single and double options, with areas ranging from 14 to 20 m² and a private bathroom with a bathtub. All have a flat-screen TV, heating and wooden or parquet flooring; they also come with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Bed configurations vary: there is one single room, one double room with twin beds and options with a double bed. The Superior Double is 20 m² and also offers mountain views.

If you’re travelling alone, the Single Room is 14 m² and has one bed; for two people, you can choose between the Standard with a double bed, the Superior Double with a large double bed or the Double with twin beds. The rooms also have a desk, radio and a socket by the bed. Your choice mainly depends on the bed configuration and views: the Superior Double is the only one with mountain views.

Standard Room - 1 Large Bed — Hotel La Rivera
Standard Room - 1 Large Bed
17 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries

At 17 m², the Standard Room - 1 Large Bed has a double bed and a private bathroom with a bathtub. The flat-screen TV lets you relax after a day in Cabrales; free toiletries and a hairdryer are also provided. Wooden or parquet flooring and heating complete the space for two guests.

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Superior Double Room — Hotel La Rivera
Superior Double Room
20 m²

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Mountain views
  • Bathtub

At 20 m², the Superior Double Room combines a large double bed with mountain views, a feature that sets it apart from the other rooms. It has a private bathroom with a bathtub, wooden or parquet flooring and a flat-screen TV. It also comes with heating, a desk, a hairdryer and free toiletries.

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Twin Room — Hotel La Rivera
Twin Room
17 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer

This 17 m² room has two single beds, a different configuration from the rooms with a double bed. The private bathroom includes a bathtub; a hairdryer and free toiletries are also provided. Parquet flooring, heating and a flat-screen TV complete the space for two guests.

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Single Room — Hotel La Rivera
Single Room
14 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Bathtub
  • Heating

At 14 m² and designed for one person, the Single Room has a single bed and a private bathroom with a bathtub. It includes a hairdryer and free toiletries. Wooden or parquet flooring, heating and a flat-screen TV provide a functional space to relax after exploring Cabrales.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you enjoy hiking or cycling: the hotel offers walking and cycling tours, as well as hiking activities.
  • you want to try outdoor activities such as canoeing or fishing in the Picos de Europa area.
  • you prefer a room with a private bathroom and bathtub, features available in the rooms.
  • you’re travelling as a couple and want a double room, with a choice of a double bed or twin beds.
  • you find free WiFi, luggage storage and a shuttle service useful.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need parking at the hotel: the property does not have its own spaces.
  • you’re travelling with more than two people in a room: the double options accommodate two guests and the single room accommodates one.
  • you want mountain views from every room: this feature is available in the Superior Double Room.
  • you want to stay by the coast or a beach: Hotel La Rivera is in Arenas de Cabrales, in the Picos de Europa area.

Hotel facilities & services

The hotel combines useful amenities for relaxing with options for exploring the surroundings. Rooms have a private bathroom, free toiletries, a hairdryer and a bathtub; a socket by the bed and a desk are also provided. The flat-screen TV, radio and internet connection add to the facilities, and WiFi is free. Non-smoking rooms and heating round out the amenities for your stay.

For excursions, the property offers walking and cycling tours, hiking, cycling, canoeing and fishing. It also provides a shuttle service, packed lunches and tourist information to help you plan days outdoors. Afterwards, you can use the shared TV lounge and luggage storage. Daily housekeeping, as well as ironing and laundry services, adds practical options during your stay.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathtub
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shuttle service
  • Tourist information
  • Hiking
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry service

General facilities

  • Cycling tours
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Shuttle service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared TV lounge
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • Packed lunches
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Soundproof rooms

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Socket by the bed
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Hotel La Rivera is at Barrio El Coterin, s/n, in Arenas de Cabrales, Asturias, near the Picos de Europa. The River Cares runs through the village and is known for trout and salmon fishing. Puente Ribeles is 180 m away; the Capilla de Nuestra Señora de las Angustias is 270 m away and Campu L´Iglesia is 340 m away. The Cueva Exposición Queso Cabrales is 460 m away and offers an introduction to local cheese-making. These places link a walk through the village with landmarks reflecting the scenery and traditions of Cabrales.

For longer journeys, Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 80 km away. Poncebos is 5 km away and is a reference point for exploring the Picos; the Covadonga Lakes are 13 km away. There are restaurants nearby: La Cabraliega, 40 m away; Bar El Trasgu, 50 m away; and La Plazuela, 100 m away. Hotel La Rivera does not have its own car park, although there is free public parking nearby that cannot be reserved.

The scenery invites you to combine walks around Arenas with trips through the national park. The well-known Ruta del Cares starts in Poncebos, a mountain route between Poncebos and Caín that requires you to plan your day and wear suitable footwear. You can also explore the area by bike, go hiking, canoeing or fishing. Mirador Llanu Solacu is 1.4 km away and the village of Poo is 1.5 km away. In spring and summer, longer days give you more time for routes; at any time of year, mountain activities depend on the conditions on the day.

Puente Ribeles — A historic crossing point for exploring local routes by the river. 180 m
Chapel of Nuestra Señora de las Angustias — A small place of worship near the village centre of Arenas de Cabrales. 270 m
Cabrales Cheese Exhibition Cave — A space dedicated to Cabrales cheese-making and culture. 460 m
Llanu Solacu Viewpoint — A place to stop during an outing in the surrounding area. 1,4 km
Poo — A nearby village where you can explore the rural landscape of the Cabrales municipality. 1,5 km
Covadonga Lakes — A group of mountain lakes in the national park area. 13 km

What guests say about Hotel La Rivera

9.0
Wonderful · 609 reviews
Staff
9.7
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
9.3
Facilities
8.7
Value for money
9.3
Free Wi-Fi
8.8

Guests particularly appreciate the staff’s attentiveness, as well as the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms. The value for money and the surroundings of Arenas de Cabrales are also rated favourably. WiFi and facilities round out the overall positive impression.

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