Pensión La Mar
Castro Urdiales · Cantabria · 2 Stars

Pensión La Mar

Two-star guest house in Castro Urdiales, with free WiFi, rooms with private bathrooms and Arenal Beach 80 m away, on a quiet pedestrian street.

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7.9 Score
973 Reviews
2★ Stars
14:00 Check-in
Nearby Arenal · 80 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00
Pets Allowed

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Pensión La Mar

Pensión La Mar is a 2-star guest house in Castro Urdiales, next to Arenal Beach and Amestoy Park, both 80 m away. It is on a quiet pedestrian street and offers rooms with private bathrooms, heating and flat-screen TVs; some have a balcony, while others overlook an interior courtyard. Options range from a single room to a triple room, with areas of 13 to 19 m².

The shared lounge, free WiFi, tourist information service and luggage storage cover practical needs during your visit. Pets are allowed on request in advance and subject to availability. Parking in the area is public and paid: it costs €13 per day and does not need to be reserved. The Flaviobriga Archaeological Site Interpretation Centre is 200 m away and Santa Ana Castle is 470 m away, making it easy to combine cultural visits with walks along the coast.

Pensión La Mar
★ 7.9 · Good · 973 reviews

Plan your stay at Pensión La Mar

Two-star guest house in Castro Urdiales, with free WiFi, rooms with private bathrooms and Arenal Beach 80 m away, on a quiet pedestrian street.

Room types

There are five room categories, from the Single Room, designed for one person, to a triple option with three single beds. Room sizes range from 13 to 19 m²; rooms for two people are configured with either single beds or a double bed, depending on the type. All have a private bathroom, heating and a flat-screen TV, as well as a desk and wardrobe.

Several options stand out for their balconies: the Double Room with Balcony - 2 Beds, the Comfort Double Room with Balcony and the category with an extra bed. The rooms overlooking an interior courtyard include the Single Room and the Double Room, the latter with its own patio. The triple option offers 19 m² and sleeps three guests. This means you can choose a single room, a room for two or a room with three beds, according to the layout and private outdoor space of each option.

Double Room with Balcony - 2 Beds — Pensión La Mar
Double Room with Balcony - 2 Beds
14 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Private bathroom

At 14 m² and sleeping two people, the Double Room with Balcony - 2 Beds stands out for its private outdoor access and its layout with single beds. The balcony adds usable space during your stay, while the private bathroom and flat-screen TV complete this room category.

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Single Room — Pensión La Mar
Single Room
13 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Interior courtyard view
  • Private bathroom

The Single Room is 13 m² and designed for one person, making it the most compact option. It overlooks an interior courtyard, a feature that sets it apart from the categories with balconies. It has a private bathroom, heating and a flat-screen TV.

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Comfort Double Room with Balcony — Pensión La Mar
Comfort Double Room with Balcony
14 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Private bathroom

The Comfort Double Room with Balcony offers 14 m² for two guests and a double bed, unlike the layout with single beds. Its private balcony, together with the private bathroom and flat-screen TV, defines this room. The desk and wardrobe provide space to organise your belongings.

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Double Room with Extra Bed - 2 Beds — Pensión La Mar
Double Room with Extra Bed - 2 Beds
19 m²

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Balcony
  • Private bathroom

At 19 m² and sleeping three people, this is the largest category at Pensión La Mar. Its layout with three single beds sets it apart from the options for one or two people, and the balcony overlooks a quiet street. It includes a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV.

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Double Room — Pensión La Mar
Double Room
14 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Patio
  • Interior courtyard view

The Double Room is 14 m², with a double bed and its own patio overlooking the interior courtyard. The entire unit is wheelchair accessible, a distinguishing feature of this category. The private bathroom includes a shower, and the room also has heating and a flat-screen TV.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in the centre of Castro Urdiales, on a quiet pedestrian street
  • you’d like Arenal Beach 80 m away and Ostende/Urdiales Beach 500 m away
  • you’re travelling with a pet and can request permission, subject to availability
  • you’re looking for a room with a private bathroom and free WiFi
  • you need a room for up to three people, with three single beds and 19 m²

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free parking: public parking nearby costs €13 per day
  • you’ll arrive after 22:00, when check-in ends
  • you want to travel with a pet without requesting permission in advance or need guaranteed availability
  • you’re looking to accommodate four people in one room, as the maximum capacity is three

Hotel facilities & services

The guest house offers practical services for a stay in Castro Urdiales. Free WiFi, a lift and heating are available, as well as a shared TV lounge where you can relax outside your room. Daily housekeeping keeps the rooms attended to, while luggage storage lets you leave your bags while you plan your day. Tourist information helps you plan visits around the town.

The rooms are non-smoking, and the communal areas have security cameras, an alarm, key access and 24-hour security. Bathrooms include a shower or bath, free toiletries, towels, toilet paper and a hairdryer. There is also a desk, wardrobe and bedside power sockets; the lift provides access to the upper floors, and facilities for guests with hearing impairments are available.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Tourist information
  • Shower
  • Parking in a garage
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift

General facilities

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared TV lounge
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • Security cameras in communal areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Accessible for guests with hearing impairments
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Parking

  • Parking in a garage

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Pensión La Mar is at La Mar, 27, on a quiet pedestrian street in the centre of Castro Urdiales. Arenal Beach, Amestoy Park and the Church of the Sacred Heart are 80 m away; Plaza Jardines is 90 m away. The Flaviobriga Archaeological Site Interpretation Centre, 200 m away, offers a glimpse into the town’s Roman past. Urban life here goes hand in hand with walks along the coast and nearby squares.

The food market is 300 m away and the Castro Urdiales street market is 330 m away, while the Calafate Sea Museum is 410 m away. The Santa Ana Interpretation Centre is 430 m away; Santa Ana Castle and the Santa Ana Castle Lighthouse are 470 m away. To visit other bathing spots, Ostende/Urdiales Beach is 500 m away, Brazomar Beach is 750 m away and Mioño Beach is 2.6 km away.

Bilbao Airport is 24 km away and Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 47 km away. The train stations at Muskiz and Putxeta are 10 and 12 km away, respectively. There is public parking nearby for €13 per day, with no reservation required. In summer, Arenal and the nearby beaches offer places to swim and stroll along the Cantabrian coast; during the rest of the year, the route around the harbour, castle, lighthouse and exhibition spaces keeps an urban visit interesting. You can alternate beach days with cultural visits without leaving the municipality.

Arenal — A sea access point very close to the centre of Castro Urdiales. 80 m
Amestoy Park — Green space near the seafront where you can take a break between visits. 80 m
Flaviobriga Archaeological Site Interpretation Centre — Local exhibition dedicated to the remains of the ancient Roman city. 200 m
Food market — Municipal market where you can discover local produce and everyday life in the town. 300 m
Calafate Sea Museum — Collection dedicated to the local seafaring tradition and coastal history. 410 m
Santa Ana Castle — Fortress by the harbour with views of the coast and lighthouse. 470 m

What guests say about Pensión La Mar

7.9
Good · 973 reviews
Staff
8.7
Comfort
8.2
Location
9.4
Cleanliness
8.5
Facilities
7.6
Value for money
8.0
Free Wi-Fi
10.0

Guests particularly appreciate the staff’s attentiveness and the WiFi connection. Cleanliness and comfort also receive favourable comments, while the facilities receive a more moderate rating.

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