Parador de Santillana Gil Blas
Santillana del Mar · Cantabria · 4 Stars

Parador de Santillana Gil Blas

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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8.8 Score
391 Reviews
4★ Stars
13:00 Check-in
Nearby Plaza Mayor · 40 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 13:00

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Parador de Santillana Gil Blas

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.

Parador de Santillana Gil Blas
★ 8.8 · Fabulous · 391 reviews

Plan your stay at Parador de Santillana Gil Blas

Four-star hotel in Santillana del Mar, with a courtyard, restaurant and rooms with bathtubs and views of places of interest.

Room types

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.

Standard Room — Parador de Santillana Gil Blas
Standard Room
36 m²

  • 2 Single bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Views of a place of interest
  • Bathtub

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.

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Standard Room (2 adults + 1 child) — Parador de Santillana Gil Blas
Standard Room (2 adults + 1 child)
35 m²

  • 3 Single bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Air conditioning
  • Views of a place of interest

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.

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Standard Room (3 adults) — Parador de Santillana Gil Blas
Standard Room (3 adults)
35 m²

  • 3 Single bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Safe
  • Wooden or parquet flooring

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.

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Junior Suite — Parador de Santillana Gil Blas
Junior Suite
40 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Seating area
  • Sofa

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.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in the historic centre, with Plaza Mayor 40 m away.
  • you'd like to visit museums and monuments on foot: the Torture Museum is 80 m away and the Collegiate Church is 270 m away.
  • you value having free WiFi throughout the property.
  • you're looking for a hotel with a restaurant serving local cuisine, a bar and a garden.
  • you'd prefer a suite with a seating area, sofa, kettle and coffee maker.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free parking: private parking is nearby and may incur an additional charge.
  • you want to reserve a parking space in advance: parking cannot be reserved.
  • you want to stay next to the beach: Santa Justa Beach is 3.8 km away.
  • you want a double bed in a Standard Room: those options have single beds; the Junior Suite has a double bed.

Hotel facilities & services

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.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Views
  • Room service

General facilities

  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in and check-out
  • 24-hour reception
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Meeting / banquet rooms
  • Safe
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Lift

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Views of a place of interest
  • Views
  • Desk

Location & what to see

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.

Plaza Mayor — Square in the historic centre, surrounded by buildings and pedestrian routes. 40 m
Torture Museum — Museum dedicated to historical instruments of torture and punishment. 80 m
Collegiate Church of Santillana del Mar — Romanesque church that is a prominent part of the town's architectural heritage. 270 m
Santillana del Mar Bus Terminal — Local terminal for arranging bus journeys around the area. 540 m
Santa Justa Beach — Cantabrian beach where you can combine a visit to the town with time on the coast. 3,8 km
El Capricho de Gaudí — Modernist building by Gaudí, located in the town of Comillas. 15 km

What guests say about Parador de Santillana Gil Blas

8.8
Fabulous · 391 reviews
Staff
9.0
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.5
Cleanliness
9.3
Facilities
8.7
Value for money
8.4
Free Wi-Fi
9.2

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.

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