Posada El Hondal
Rudaguera · Cantabria

Posada El Hondal

Guest house in Rudaguera with a garden, terrace and continental breakfast; it offers rooms with garden or mountain views and is close to Santillana del Mar.

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9.2 Score
90 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Rudaguera
Nearby Church of Santa María Magdalena · 150 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Posada El Hondal

Posada El Hondal is a guest house in Rudaguera, Cantabria, with a garden and terrace in a rural setting near Santillana del Mar. It offers double and family rooms, with private bathrooms —external in one category— and garden or mountain views. Some rooms have a balcony, and the family rooms can accommodate up to four people. The Collegiate Church of Santillana del Mar is 8.7 km away and Luaña Beach is 5 km away.

The rooms have a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels; the bathrooms include a bath or shower and free toiletries. Continental breakfast is served, and there is also a bar and special diet menus on request. Free WiFi is available in the shared areas and free public parking is available nearby. The guest house is suitable for those who want to explore the villages, coastline and places of interest in Cantabria from rural accommodation.

Posada El Hondal
★ 9.2 · Wonderful · 90 reviews

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Guest house in Rudaguera with a garden, terrace and continental breakfast; it offers rooms with garden or mountain views and is close to Santillana del Mar.

Room types

The seven room types include double rooms, options with two single beds and two family categories. Their sizes range from 15 to 27 m²; the family rooms are 27 m² and can accommodate four people, with two single beds and one double bed. The double rooms accommodate two guests and offer garden, mountain or quiet street views. One category has a balcony with mountain views and an external private bathroom.

The rooms have a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels. Private bathrooms include a bath or shower and free toiletries. Wooden or parquet floors and heating are among the room amenities. The views help distinguish the rooms: some overlook the garden, others the mountains, and one offers views of a quiet street. The family rooms provide extra space for groups of up to four people.

Double Room with External Private Bathroom — Posada El Hondal
Double Room with External Private Bathroom
16 m² · Shared bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Mountain view

At 16 m², this room has a balcony with mountain views and an external private bathroom with a bath. The outdoor space and scenery distinguish it from the rooms with garden views. It includes a TV, heating, wooden or parquet floors and free toiletries.

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Double Room - 2 Beds — Posada El Hondal
Double Room - 2 Beds
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Garden view
  • Bath

This 20 m² room has garden views and a double bed, as well as a private bathroom with a bath or shower. Unlike the rooms with mountain views, the garden provides the outlook from this room. It also has a flat-screen TV, heating and free toiletries.

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Family Double Room — Posada El Hondal
Family Double Room
27 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Mountain view
  • Flat-screen TV

At 27 m², this family room can accommodate four people and combines two single beds with one double bed. Its mountain views distinguish it from the family category with general views. The private bathroom includes a bath or shower and free toiletries; there is also a flat-screen TV and heating.

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Standard Double Room - 2 Beds — Posada El Hondal
Standard Double Room - 2 Beds
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Mountain view
  • Free toiletries

This 20 m² standard option has two single beds and mountain views, and accommodates up to two guests. Unlike the double rooms with a double bed, it lets you sleep in separate beds. It has a private bathroom with a bath or shower, a flat-screen TV, heating and free toiletries.

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Double Room — Posada El Hondal
Double Room
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Garden view
  • Flat-screen TV

At 17 m², this double room has a double bed and garden views. It is a compact option compared with the 20 m² double room, which also overlooks the garden. The private bathroom includes a bath or shower; the room also has a flat-screen TV, heating and free toiletries.

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Standard Family Room — Posada El Hondal
Standard Family Room
27 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Views
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

This 27 m² family room accommodates up to four guests and combines two single beds with one double bed. Unlike the other family option, it offers views without a specific mountain outlook. The upper floors are accessible only by stairs; the room also has a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and heating.

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Small Double Room — Posada El Hondal
Small Double Room
15 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Quiet street view
  • Free toiletries

The small double room covers 15 m² and has a double bed, for up to two people. Its distinctive feature is its view of a quiet street, unlike the rooms overlooking the garden or mountains. It has a private bathroom with a bath or shower, a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in a rural setting with a garden and terrace.
  • you are travelling as a family: the family rooms accommodate up to four guests.
  • you want to visit Luaña Beach, 5 km away.
  • you are looking for free public parking nearby, with no reservation needed.
  • you want breakfast at the accommodation: continental breakfast is served.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need private parking at the accommodation: the available parking is public and nearby.
  • you need WiFi in your room: free service is available in the shared areas.
  • you need step-free access to every floor: the upper floors are accessible only by stairs.
  • you are under 18 and travelling without a parent or legal guardian.

Hotel facilities & services

The garden and terrace provide outdoor spaces to relax during your stay. Free WiFi is available in the shared areas, while free public parking is available nearby and does not require a reservation. The accommodation has family rooms and non-smoking rooms, as well as heating and a designated smoking area.

Board games and puzzles are available for indoor entertainment. The bar and special diet menus on request complete the food and drink options. In the rooms, you will find a TV and internet access; the bathrooms have a bath or shower, towels, toilet paper and free toiletries. Bed linen and sockets near the bed are also provided. The rooms have wooden or parquet floors, and the upper floors are accessible only by stairs.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Bath
  • Free WiFi
  • Views
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Street parking

General facilities

  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Board games / puzzles
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wooden or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Parking

  • Street parking

Food & drink

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Bath
  • Bed linen
  • Views
  • Socket near the bed

Location & what to see

Posada El Hondal is in Rudaguera, a rural village in Cantabria. The Church of Santa María Magdalena is 150 m away; Fresnedo is 180 m away and the hamlet of Rudagüera is 790 m away. Nearby, you will also find the Hermitage of San Pedro, 970 m away, and the Tower of the Marquis of Villatorre, 1 km away. Novales, 2.5 km away, is another nearby destination for exploring the villages in the area. The surroundings combine villages, religious heritage and green spaces, with places of interest a short distance from the accommodation.

San Pedro de Rudagüera train station is 900 m away; Golbardo and Casar de Periedo stations are 2.5 km and 2.9 km away. Santander Airport is 34 km away. For a cultural visit, the National Museum and Research Centre of Altamira is 3.5 km away and the Altamira Cave Archaeological Site is 3.6 km away. Villapresente Labyrinth is also 3.5 km away. The Collegiate Church of Santillana del Mar is 8.7 km away, and the Redwood Forest is 9 km away.

Luaña Beach, 5 km away, offers a chance to head to the coast for a walk and enjoy the sea, especially during the warmer months. Inland, you can combine a visit to the Altamira museum and archaeological site with a stop at Villapresente Labyrinth. Novales and Santillana del Mar offer more ways to discover the villages and heritage of Cantabria; the Church of Santa María Magdalena and the Hermitage of San Pedro are local landmarks close by. Viesca Park is 7 km away if you want to add a green space to your route.

Church of Santa María Magdalena — A nearby local church and a brief stop to discover the area's religious heritage. 150 m
Playa de Luaña — A stretch of Cantabrian coastline for a walk and a chance to enjoy the sea in the warmer months. 5 km
Villapresente Labyrinth — A route through hedges that adds a different activity to a family outing. 3,5 km
National Museum and Research Centre of Altamira — A museum devoted to cave art and Altamira's prehistoric heritage. 3,5 km
Altamira Cave Archaeological Site — An archaeological site associated with Cantabria's best-known cave paintings. 3,6 km
Redwood Forest — A grove of redwoods where you can walk among the towering trees. 9 km

What guests say about Posada El Hondal

9.2
Wonderful · 90 reviews
Staff
9.9
Comfort
9.3
Location
8.9
Cleanliness
9.4
Facilities
9.1
Value for money
9.4

Guests particularly appreciate the staff's attentiveness and highlight the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms. They also value the quality-to-price ratio and the facilities. The location receives a slightly more moderate score, while the service stands out in the reviews.

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