Hotel Viar
Cabezón de la Sal · Cantabria · 1 Star

Hotel Viar

Hotel in Cabezón de la Sal with family rooms, free private parking and free WiFi; near the train station and the Redwood Forest.

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7.3 Score
512 Reviews
1★ Star
12:00 Check-in
Nearby Parque de la Losa · 310 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 12:00

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Hotel Viar

Hotel Viar is a 1-star hotel in Cabezón de la Sal, 500 m from the centre, with free private parking. Its location makes it easy to combine a visit to the town with trips along the coast and into the natural surroundings of Cantabria.

Rooms include single, double, triple and family options. The Double, Family, Superior Family, Triple and Single Rooms have a private bathroom, a bath or shower and a flat-screen TV; some also have a view. For groups, there are family rooms with different bed layouts and capacity for up to five people. The hotel offers free WiFi, heating and non-smoking rooms. Its bar serves snacks and drinks throughout the day, and there is a shared dining area. It also has a picnic area and a bicycle garage. The A-8 motorway makes it easy to get around: the Oyambre Nature Reserve and Comillas Beach are about a 15-minute drive away, while Santander Airport and the ferry terminal are about 30 minutes away.

Hotel Viar
★ 7.3 · Good · 512 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel Viar

Hotel in Cabezón de la Sal with family rooms, free private parking and free WiFi; near the train station and the Redwood Forest.

Room types

Hotel Viar offers single, double, triple and family rooms, with different capacities and bed layouts. The Single Room measures 20 m² and is set up for one person; the Double Room has the same floor area and accommodates up to two guests. The Triple Room is 22 m² and combines a single bed with a double bed. The Family Room and Superior Family Room measure 30 m²: the former accommodates four people and the latter five.

The Double, Family, Superior Family, Triple and Single Rooms have a private bathroom, a bath or shower and a flat-screen TV; they also offer views. The Deluxe Family Room adds another option for four guests, with two single beds and one double bed. You can choose between a single room, a stay for two or a family layout, depending on the capacity and bed arrangement that best suit your trip.

Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — Hotel Viar
Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bath or shower
  • Views

At 20 m², the Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds offers views and a private bathroom with a bath or shower. A flat-screen TV completes the facilities. You can choose between two single beds or one double bed, a practical option whether you are travelling as a couple or prefer separate beds.

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Family Room
30 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Views
  • Bath or shower

The Family Room measures 30 m² and accommodates four people. Its layout includes two single beds and one double bed, with space to share the room as a group or family. It has views, a private bathroom with a bath or shower and a flat-screen TV.

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Superior Family Room — Hotel Viar
Superior Family Room
30 m² · Private bathroom

  • 3 Single beds and 1 Double bed
  • Max 5 guests
  • Bath or shower
  • Flat-screen TV

At 30 m² and with capacity for five guests, the Superior Family Room stands out for its four-bed layout: three single beds and one double bed. It is an option for families or groups who need separate beds. It includes views, a private bathroom with a bath or shower and a flat-screen TV.

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Triple Room
22 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed and 1 Double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Views
  • Flat-screen TV

The Triple Room measures 22 m² and accommodates three people. It combines one single bed with one double bed, so your group can share a room without anyone giving up their own bed. Views, a private bathroom with a bath or shower and a flat-screen TV complete the features.

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Single Room
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Bath or shower

Designed for one person, the Single Room offers 20 m² and one single bed. The views give this option a distinctive touch, and it also has a private bathroom with a bath or shower and a flat-screen TV. It is the hotel's option for solo travellers.

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Deluxe Family Room — Hotel Viar
Deluxe Family Room

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Double bed
  • Max 4 guests

The Deluxe Family Room accommodates four guests and stands out for its bed layout: two single beds and one double bed. This arrangement allows a family or small group to organise their sleeping arrangements in a single room. It is a family option with a clearly defined combination of beds.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you travel by car and want free private parking on site, with no need to book.
  • you need free WiFi available throughout the hotel.
  • you are travelling with family or in a group: family rooms are available for up to five guests.
  • you are arriving by train: Cabezón de la Sal station is 350 m away.
  • you are cycling around Cantabria and would find a garage for your bicycle useful.

Maybe not, if...

  • you are looking for a room for six people in a single unit: the maximum stated capacity for a room is five guests.
  • you want to stay next to Comillas Beach: it takes about 15 minutes to drive there from the hotel.
  • you need breakfast to be included in your stay.
  • you expect to arrive outside check-in hours, from 12:00 to 20:00, and cannot let the hotel know in advance.

Hotel facilities & services

Hotel Viar offers practical services for a stay in Cabezón de la Sal. Free private parking is available on site and does not need to be booked. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel, along with heating and non-smoking rooms. Family rooms offer options for guests travelling in a group.

The bar serves snacks and drinks throughout the day, and the picnic area provides a place to take a break outdoors. Internet access complements the WiFi connection, while the bicycle garage is useful if you are exploring Cantabria on two wheels. Overall, the facilities combine essential services for different types of trip: from a solo visit to a family stay, with parking at the hotel and options for a bite to eat or a rest between outings.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Picnic area
  • Private parking
  • Bar

General facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • Bar

Media & technology

  • Internet

Location & what to see

Hotel Viar is in Vista Alegre, in Cabezón de la Sal, 500 m from the town centre. Nearby green spaces include Parque de la Losa, 310 m away, and Parque Municipal Conde San Diego, 580 m away. Mercadillo de Cabezón de la Sal is 610 m away, while Iglesia de San Martín is 690 m away. Cabezón de la Sal train station is 350 m from the hotel.

For road travel, the A-8 motorway connects the area with other parts of Cantabria. Santander Airport is 34 km away, and the drive to the airport and ferry terminal takes about 30 minutes. Oyambre Nature Reserve and Comillas Beach are about a 15-minute drive away. You can also visit the Redwood Forest, 2.5 km away, or head to Comillas to see El Capricho de Gaudí and Palacio de Sobrellano, both 9 km away.

In Cabezón de la Sal, you can combine a walk through the parks with a visit to Mercadillo and the town's historic sites, such as Calabozo (18th century), 770 m away, or Poblado Cantabro, 910 m away. If you want to explore the natural surroundings, the Redwood Forest makes for a nearby trip; to spend time by the sea, Comillas Beach and Oyambre are a short drive away. The hotel also has a bicycle garage, a useful option for exploring the area on two wheels.

Parque de la Losa — Nearby green space where you can take a break while walking around the town. 310 m
Cabezón de la Sal — Nearby train station, convenient for arriving and getting around without a car. 350 m
Parque Municipal Conde San Diego — A municipal park a short distance away, where you can enjoy a walk outdoors. 580 m
Cabezón de la Sal Market — Local market where you can browse the stalls and experience the town's atmosphere. 610 m
Church of San Martín — The town's church, which you can include in a walk around the centre. 690 m
Poblado Cantabro — Nearby museum where you can learn about Cantabrian history and culture. 910 m

What guests say about Hotel Viar

7.3
Good · 512 reviews
Staff
8.3
Comfort
7.5
Location
8.2
Cleanliness
7.8
Facilities
6.9
Value for money
8.0
Free Wi-Fi
8.5

Guests particularly appreciate the staff and the WiFi connection. Cleanliness and comfort receive more moderate feedback, as do the facilities. Overall, the reviews reflect a simple hotel with a well-regarded team and practical services for visiting Cabezón de la Sal and its surroundings.

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