Posada la Desmera
Isla · Cantabria

Posada la Desmera

Guest house in Isla with an indoor pool, sauna and garden; rooms with balconies and sea views, plus free private parking.

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9.5 Score
151 Reviews
13:30 Check-in
Area Isla
Nearby Cabrahigo Tower · 200 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 13:30

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Posada la Desmera

Posada la Desmera is a guest house in Isla, Cantabria, with an indoor pool and rooms with balconies and sea views. Located in Barrio Argatojo, it combines individually decorated rooms with spaces to relax after a day on the coast. The rooms have private bathrooms; Standard Double Rooms offer 14 m² and a balcony, while Superior Double Rooms have 25 m² and may include sea, garden or mountain views. Some Superior Rooms include a hot tub. Breakfast is available as a continental, full English/Irish or takeaway option.

Facilities include a garden, terrace, gym, indoor pool and sauna; bicycles are also available to rent. Private parking is free, and WiFi is available at no extra charge. Families have access to family rooms, play areas and a children's pool. From Isla, you can visit several beaches and explore historic sites in the municipality: Playa de la Arena is 1.7 km away and the Cabrahigo Tower is 200 m away.

Posada la Desmera
★ 9.5 · Exceptional · 151 reviews

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Guest house in Isla with an indoor pool, sauna and garden; rooms with balconies and sea views, plus free private parking.

Room types

Posada la Desmera offers Standard and Superior Double Rooms, all with private bathrooms and capacity for two people. The beds are doubles, with a large double bed in the Superior category. The 14 m² Standard Double Room has a balcony, sea and garden views, and a hot tub; there is also a simple Standard option with a double bed and private bathroom.

At 25 m², the Superior Double Room is the most spacious and combines a balcony with sea, garden and mountain views; some rooms in this category also have a hot tub. The more fully described Standard and Superior Rooms include heating, WiFi and a flat-screen TV, as well as individual décor. Your choice mainly depends on the space, views and bathroom features, from a functional double room to a more spacious category with varied views.

Standard Double Room — Posada la Desmera
Standard Double Room
14 m²

  • 1 double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Sea view

At 14 m², this Standard Double Room has a balcony, sea and garden views, and a hot tub. It accommodates two people and has a private bathroom; the double bed and compact space distinguish it from the Superior Double Room, which offers 25 m².

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Superior Double Room — Posada la Desmera
Superior Double Room
25 m²

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Mountain view
  • Bathtub

At 25 m², the Superior Double Room is the most spacious option. Its balcony comes with sea, garden and mountain views, and the bathroom has a bathtub. Some Superior Rooms also have a private hot tub, a feature that sets them apart from the Standard Double Room.

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Standard Double Room — Posada la Desmera
Standard Double Room

  • 1 double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Private bathroom

This Standard Double Room is a simple option for two people, with a double bed and private bathroom. Compared with the other Standard Double Room, which measures 14 m², it has a more basic layout; the Superior Double Room offers more space, a balcony and views.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want a room with a balcony and sea, garden or mountain views
  • you'd like to alternate between the indoor pool, sauna, gym and hot tub
  • you're travelling as a family: family rooms, a children's pool and play areas are available
  • you want free private parking and complimentary WiFi
  • you'd like to choose between continental, full English/Irish or takeaway breakfast

Maybe not, if...

  • you want direct access to the beach: Playa de la Arena is 1.7 km away
  • you rely on the train and would prefer a station next to your accommodation: Beranga and Gama are 8 km away
  • you need a free airport transfer: the available service is paid
  • you need to host parties or make noise at night: parties are not allowed and quiet hours are from 23:00 to 08:00

Hotel facilities & services

The guest house brings together outdoor spaces and leisure options to suit different tastes. It has a garden, terrace and picnic area, as well as bicycle hire. The indoor pool, children's pool, gym, sauna and hot tub let you alternate between activity and relaxation. Families have access to family rooms, a play area and games room, along with outdoor play equipment; you can also play table tennis or go hiking, cycling or horse riding.

Practical amenities include free private parking, complimentary WiFi and facilities for guests with reduced mobility. The accommodation offers airport transfers and room service, and has non-smoking rooms. You can also join walking tours and use the outdoor furniture. The facilities cover outdoor activities, children's entertainment and options for keeping active or spending time indoors.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beach
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Facilities for disabled guests

General facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden
  • Bicycle hire
  • Horse riding
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Table tennis
  • Children's playground
  • Games room
  • Indoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Parking

  • Parking

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Private bathroom

Location & what to see

Posada la Desmera is located in Barrio Argatojo, in Isla, a coastal town in Cantabria that belongs to Arnuero. The area combines historic architecture and coastal scenery: Cabrahigo Tower is 200 m away, Rebollar Tower is 430 m away, and the Church of San Julián and Santa Basilisa is 460 m away. The Palace of the Counts of Isla is 760 m away. For the coast, Playa de la Cava is 1.7 km away, as is Playa de la Arena; Playa Cuarezo is 2.1 km away and Playa de los Barcos is 2.3 km away.

For train travel, Beranga and Gama stations are 8 km away. Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 20 km away and Bilbao Airport is 55 km away. Santa Olaja Mill is 1.6 km away, and the Trasmiera Art Observatory is 1.8 km away. Arnuero, the Casa de las Mareas and Joyel Animal Park are 2 km away. The Santoña, Victoria and Joyel Marshes Natural Park Interpretation Centre is 10 km away.

The beaches let you explore Isla's sandy shores: Playa del Sable is 2.3 km away and Playa de Ris is 2.8 km away. In the warmer months, you can combine swimming with walks by the sea; outside beach season, you can explore the area on foot or by bicycle, both common activities locally. Pico Brusco, at 237 m, is 6 km away and serves as a landmark for excursions. You can also visit the Counts of Isla Park, 1.7 km away, or the interpretation centre to learn about the marshland scenery.

Cabrahigo Tower — A defensive structure that forms part of Isla's historic heritage. 200 m
Rebollar Tower — An old tower associated with the town's historic architecture. 430 m
Church of San Julián and Santa Basilisa — A local church where you can discover Isla's religious heritage. 460 m
Palace of the Counts of Isla — A stately building and one of the town's notable historic monuments. 760 m
Santa Olaja Mill — An old mill linked to the history and landscape of the marshes. 1,6 km
Playa de la Cava — A nearby sandy beach where you can enjoy the coast and walk by the sea. 1,7 km

What guests say about Posada la Desmera

9.5
Exceptional · 151 reviews
Staff
9.8
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.5
Cleanliness
9.6
Facilities
9.4
Value for money
9.4
Free Wi-Fi
8.5

Guests particularly appreciate the staff's attentiveness and the cleanliness. The facilities, bed comfort and value for money also receive very favourable comments. Internet access receives a slightly more moderate rating than the other highlights.

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