Four-star hotel in Santillana del Mar, with a courtyard, restaurant and rooms with bathtubs and views of places of interest.
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Parador de Santillana Gil Blas is a 4-star hotel in Santillana del Mar, 40 m from Plaza Mayor and with its own courtyard. It is on Plaza Ramonpelayo, in a Cantabrian town whose origins date back to the 8th century and which was declared a national monument.
Its rooms offer air conditioning, a private bathroom, a bathtub, a minibar and views of a place of interest; options range from 35 to 40 m², from Standard Rooms to a Junior Suite with a seating area. The restaurant serves local specialities, and the property also has a bar, terrace and garden. WiFi is free throughout the hotel. Private parking is nearby, cannot be reserved and may incur an additional charge. Set in the historic centre, Parador is well suited to exploring the museums and monuments of Santillana del Mar on foot, while several Cantabrian beaches are a few kilometres away by car.
The four accommodation options range from 35 to 40 m² and share several practical features: air conditioning, a private bathroom with a bathtub, a minibar and views of a place of interest. The Standard Rooms have single beds; their variants differ in the occupancy stated in the name and the number of beds. A flat-screen TV, safe and desk complete some of the facilities.
The Junior Suite has a different layout, with a bedroom and seating area, as well as a sofa, kettle and coffee maker. It is 40 m² and has a double bed. The Standard Rooms have free toiletries, a hairdryer and a shower alongside the bathtub. This lets you choose between a conventional room and a suite with space to sit, while enjoying views of a place of interest in all options.
At 36 m², this Standard Room has two single beds and views of a place of interest. The private bathroom has a bathtub and shower, as well as free toiletries and a hairdryer. Air conditioning and a minibar complete a stay designed for two people.
This 35 m² Standard Room has an occupancy for two adults and one child, as stated in its name, and three single beds. It has views of a place of interest, air conditioning and a private bathroom with a bathtub and shower; the minibar is a handy place to keep drinks.
At 35 m², this Standard Room variant has three single beds and is designed for three adults. It includes views of a place of interest and a private bathroom with a bathtub and shower. A safe, parquet flooring and a flat-screen satellite TV add features specific to this configuration.
The 40 m² Junior Suite stands out for its seating area with a sofa, separate from the bedroom. It has a double bed, views of a place of interest and a bathroom with a bathtub and shower. It also has a kettle and coffee maker, minibar and safe.
Parador combines spaces for relaxing with useful services during your stay. It has a terrace and garden, a 24-hour reception, luggage storage and a lift. The rooms have air conditioning, and the communal areas are heated. Room service, laundry and ironing services are also available, along with a safe and meeting or banquet rooms.
The restaurant serves local specialities, and the bar is a place to enjoy a drink; the rooms have minibars, and breakfast can be served in your room. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. Private parking is nearby, cannot be reserved and may incur an additional charge. Other services include currency exchange, express check-in and check-out, a wake-up service and packed lunches. The property has non-smoking rooms and a designated smoking area.
Parador de Santillana Gil Blas is on Plaza Ramonpelayo, in the historic centre of Santillana del Mar. The town, whose origins date back to the 8th century, was declared a national monument. You can explore the immediate surroundings on foot: Plaza Mayor is 40 m away, the Torture Museum is 80 m away, and the Regina Coeli Museum and Convent of the Poor Clares are 190 m away. The Collegiate Church of Santillana del Mar is 270 m away; the Renaissance Cloister, 210 m away, and the Barquillero Museum, 230 m away, are also nearby.
Santillana del Mar Bus Terminal is 540 m away. Santa Isabel de Quijas and Puente San Miguel stations are 3.5 and 3.9 km away, respectively, and Santander Airport is 22 km away. For a coastal excursion, El Capricho de Gaudí and Sobrellano Palace are both 15 km away; Viesca Park is 5 km away. The hotel makes it easy to combine walks around the old town with trips to other places in Cantabria.
The nearest beaches on the local list are Santa Justa Beach, 3.8 km away, and El Sable Beach, 4.2 km away. Punta Ballota Beach is 5 km away, while Los Locos Beach and La Concha Beach are 7 km away. You can make time to explore the museums and the Collegiate Church before heading to the coast, or visit the Altamira Mythological Museum, 320 m away. For a meal, El Porche is 20 m away; La Huerta del Indiano and La Viga are 50 m away. Lullaby Pub is also 50 m away.
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Guests particularly appreciate the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, as well as the WiFi connection and the staff's service. The facilities and value for money receive slightly more moderate reviews, although the overall rating remains positive.
Rates at Parador de Santillana Gil Blas vary depending on the season, dates and room type. To find out the cost of your stay, check the latest rates for your dates.
Santander Airport is 22 km from Parador de Santillana Gil Blas. Santillana del Mar Bus Terminal is 540 m away; Santa Isabel de Quijas and Puente San Miguel stations are 3.5 and 3.9 km away, respectively. If you arrive by car, private parking is available nearby, cannot be reserved and may incur an additional charge.
Parador de Santillana Gil Blas is in the historic centre: Plaza Mayor is 40 m away, the Torture Museum is 80 m away and the Collegiate Church of Santillana del Mar is 270 m away. The bus terminal is 540 m away. To get to the coast, Santa Justa Beach is 3.8 km away and El Sable Beach is 4.2 km away.
Parador de Santillana Gil Blas serves a buffet breakfast. Breakfast is also available in your room, and the hotel has a restaurant and bar for other meals and drinks.
Parador de Santillana Gil Blas has private parking nearby. Spaces cannot be reserved and additional charges may apply, so parking is not free.
The Junior Suite at Parador de Santillana Gil Blas is 40 m² and has a bedroom and a seating area with a sofa. It has a double bed, bathtub and shower, minibar, safe, kettle and coffee maker.
The minimum stay at Parador de Santillana Gil Blas is one night. You can book a single night to visit Santillana del Mar and its monuments.