Posada Ansorena
Santillana del Mar · Cantabria

Posada Ansorena

Cantabrian-style guest house in Santillana del Mar, with rooms featuring wooden beams, options with a terrace and views, and the Collegiate Church 210 m away.

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8.5 Score
338 Reviews
13:00 Check-in
Nearby Torture Museum · 30 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 13:00

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Posada Ansorena

Posada Ansorena is a guest house in Santillana del Mar, 210 m from the Collegiate Church of Santillana del Mar, in a traditional Cantabrian-style building. It retains rustic furniture and wooden-beamed ceilings, features that appear in the rooms’ décor.

There are double and triple rooms with private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs and hairdryers. The 22 m² option has a private terrace and views of the garden and mountains; the triple room is 28 m² and accommodates three people. The 20 m² room overlooks the town. WiFi is free in the shared areas, and nearby public parking costs €4 per day. The Bus Terminal is 490 m away, while Plaza Mayor is 90 m away; Santa Justa and El Sable beaches are 3.8 and 4.2 km away. Posada Ansorena combines traditionally styled accommodation with easy access to the town’s heritage and excursions to the coast.

Posada Ansorena
★ 8.5 · Very good · 338 reviews

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Cantabrian-style guest house in Santillana del Mar, with rooms featuring wooden beams, options with a terrace and views, and the Collegiate Church 210 m away.

Room types

Posada Ansorena has double and triple rooms with private bathrooms and flat-screen TVs. The rooms range from 20 to 28 m²: there are options for two people and a triple room that accommodates three guests. Rustic décor and wooden-beamed ceilings maintain the Cantabrian style of the house. Two rooms have a terrace and views of the garden and mountains; the other stands out for its town views. Bathrooms include a bidet, toiletries, towels and a hairdryer. You’ll also find a bath or shower, heating, bed linen and a wardrobe. The double rooms have two single beds, while the triple room has three.

Double Room with Terrace - 2 Beds — Posada Ansorena
Double Room with Terrace - 2 Beds
22 m²

  • 2 Single bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Terrace
  • Garden view

At 22 m², this room for two people combines a private terrace with views of the garden and mountains. Rustic décor and a wooden-beamed ceiling maintain the guest house’s style; it also has a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV.

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Triple Room — Posada Ansorena
Triple Room
28 m²

  • 3 Single bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Terrace
  • Bidet

This triple room is 28 m² and has a private terrace with views of the garden and mountains. Its three single beds accommodate three people; rustic furnishings and wooden beams maintain its traditional character, alongside a private bathroom and flat-screen TV.

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Double Room with View - 2 Beds — Posada Ansorena
Double Room with View - 2 Beds
20 m²

  • 2 Single bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • City view
  • Wardrobe

At 20 m², this room accommodates two people and stands out for its town views. It has two single beds, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV; facilities include a wardrobe, heating, bidet and toiletries.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to explore the historic centre: Plaza Mayor is 90 m away and the Collegiate Church is 210 m away
  • you’re travelling as a family or in a group of three: there’s a 28 m² triple room
  • you’d like a room with a terrace and views of the garden and mountains
  • you’re looking for a room with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV and hairdryer
  • you’re arriving by bus: the Santillana del Mar terminal is 490 m away

Maybe not, if...

  • you need a lift to reach the upper floors: they’re accessible by stairs only
  • you want free parking: nearby public parking costs €4 per day
  • you want to stay by the beach: Playa de Santa Justa is 3.8 km away
  • you’re arriving after 20:00: key collection costs an extra €10

Hotel facilities & services

The guest house has a terrace, heating and family rooms. For entertainment, the rooms have flat-screen TVs; internet access and free WiFi are also available. Private bathrooms include a shower or bath, bidet, toilet, towels, bed linen, toilet paper, toiletries and a hairdryer. Parking is public and available nearby; there’s no need to reserve it, and it costs €4 per day.

The facilities focus on everyday comforts during your stay: the wardrobe provides space for your clothes, and heating is useful on cooler days. The terrace adds an outdoor space, and the family rooms offer an option for those travelling in a group. Please note that the upper floors are accessible by stairs only.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms
  • Shower

General facilities

  • Terrace
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Parking

  • Parking

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe

Location & what to see

Posada Ansorena is at Cantón 10, in the historic centre of Santillana del Mar, a Cantabrian town with cobbled streets and traditional architecture. Plaza Mayor is 90 m away and the Collegiate Church of Santillana del Mar is 210 m away. The Torture Museum is 30 m away; Jardín de Gil Blas is 100 m away; and the Barquillero Museum is 170 m away. You can also visit the Jesús Otero Museum, 180 m away, or the Renaissance Cloister, 270 m away.

Santillana del Mar Bus Terminal is 490 m away. Santa Isabel de Quijas and Puente San Miguel stations are 3.5 km and 3.9 km away. Santander Airport is 22 km away. Torrelavega is less than a 15-minute drive away, and Santander is 30 km away. Suances and the northern coast beaches are around a 10-minute drive away. For nearby dining, Ojancano is 20 m away and La Viga is 40 m away.

Trips to the coast let you visit Playa de Santa Justa, 3.8 km away, and Playa El Sable, 4.2 km away; Playa Punta Ballota is 5 km away and Playa de los Locos is 6 km away. For a walk among the dunes, Liencres Dunes Natural Park is 12 km away. In Comillas, 15 km away, highlights include El Capricho de Gaudí and Sobrellano Palace. The historic centre invites you to combine cultural visits with walks around its squares and museums; in the warmer months, the beaches add more outdoor options.

Torture Museum — Collection dedicated to historical instruments of torture and punishment. 30 m
Plaza Mayor — Central square surrounded by historic buildings in the old town. 90 m
Collegiate Church of Santillana del Mar — Romanesque church noted for its cloister and sculptural heritage. 210 m
Barquillero Museum — Museum dedicated to local crafts, toys and traditions. 170 m
Campo Revolgo — Green space for a stroll, a short distance from the historic centre. 370 m
Santillana del Mar Bus Terminal — Bus station providing transport connections from the town. 490 m

What guests say about Posada Ansorena

8.5
Very good · 338 reviews
Staff
9.3
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
8.9
Facilities
8.3
Value for money
8.7
Free Wi-Fi
8.5

Guests particularly appreciate the setting in Santillana del Mar and the staff’s service. Cleanliness and value for money also stand out; facilities receive a more moderate rating, while comfort and WiFi get favourable comments.

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