Viviendas Turisticas El Carrascal
La Gandara · Cantabria

Viviendas Turisticas El Carrascal

Hostel in La Gandara with equipped apartments, a seasonal outdoor pool, a hot tub and mountain trails nearby.

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8.6 Score
27 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area La Gandara
Nearby Gándara River Waterfalls · 370 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Pets Allowed

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Viviendas Turisticas El Carrascal

Viviendas Turisticas El Carrascal is a hostel in La Gandara, Cantabria, with a seasonal outdoor pool and mountain views. Its accommodation includes apartments of various sizes and a studio, with options for couples and groups of up to five people.

The units have a private bathroom and a kitchen or kitchenette. Depending on your accommodation, you’ll find a hot tub, washing machine, microwave or dishwasher; there’s also a flat-screen TV and views of the garden, pool or mountains. Outdoors, there’s a garden, terrace and barbecue, as well as a pool open from 1 June to 1 October. The property offers free WiFi and free public parking nearby. Pets are allowed on request, and charges may apply.

La Gandara gives you access to waterfalls, viewpoints and walking trails around Soba. The Gándara River Waterfalls are 370 m away and the Collados del Asón Interpretation Centre is 460 m away. Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 31 km away.

Viviendas Turisticas El Carrascal
★ 8.6 · Fabulous · 27 reviews

Plan your stay at Viviendas Turisticas El Carrascal

Hostel in La Gandara with equipped apartments, a seasonal outdoor pool, a hot tub and mountain trails nearby.

Room types

There are three accommodation options: a 35 m² One-Bedroom Deluxe Apartment, an 85 m² Apartment and an 85 m² Studio with a king-size bed and sofa bed. All have a private bathroom and kitchen, so you can prepare meals during your stay. Maximum occupancy ranges from two to five people, depending on the option you choose.

The differences lie in the layout and amenities. The largest apartment has two bedrooms and a dishwasher, while the studio combines an open-plan layout with a double bed and sofa bed. The Deluxe Apartment has a private hot tub. The different units offer mountain, garden or pool views; you’ll also find amenities such as a washing machine, microwave, coffee machine and dining table. Beds and occupancy vary by category.

One-Bedroom Deluxe Apartment — Viviendas Turisticas El Carrascal
One-Bedroom Deluxe Apartment
35 m²

  • 1 Extra-large double bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Private hot tub
  • Kitchen

At 35 m², this apartment is the most compact option and has one bedroom. Its distinguishing feature is the private hot tub, alongside a kitchen equipped for preparing meals. Views of the garden, pool or mountains round off a stay designed for two people.

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Apartment — Viviendas Turisticas El Carrascal
Apartment
85 m²

  • 1 Double bed and 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 5 guests
  • Dishwasher
  • Garden view

This 85 m² apartment is the option with the highest capacity, with two bedrooms and space for up to five people. Its kitchen includes a dishwasher, and the bathroom has a bathtub and shower. The layout includes a living room; the unit overlooks the garden or pool.

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Studio with King-Size Bed and Sofa Bed — Viviendas Turisticas El Carrascal
Studio with King-Size Bed and Sofa Bed
85 m²

  • 1 Double bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Tumble dryer
  • Bathtub

Although it also measures 85 m², this studio differs from the apartment in its studio layout and maximum occupancy of two people. It has an equipped kitchen, washing machine and tumble dryer, as well as a bathroom with a bathtub and shower. Views of the pool, garden or mountains add variety to the space.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay near waterfalls, viewpoints and hiking trails around Soba
  • you’d like to use the outdoor pool during its season, from 1 June to 1 October
  • you’re looking for accommodation with a hot tub and outdoor spaces such as a terrace and garden
  • you’re travelling with a pet: pets are allowed on request and charges may apply
  • you need a wheelchair-accessible unit on the ground floor

Maybe not, if...

  • you can only book one night: the minimum stay is two nights
  • you want to use the outdoor pool outside its season, from 1 June to 1 October
  • you’re travelling with a pet and need to avoid any extra charges: fees may apply
  • a person under 18 would be travelling without a parent or legal guardian

Hotel facilities & services

Your stay combines outdoor spaces with ways to enjoy the surrounding area. There’s a garden, terrace and outdoor dining area, as well as a barbecue. The outdoor pool is open from 1 June to 1 October, and there’s also a hot tub. If you want to explore the area, activities include hiking and walking tours.

The property has free WiFi and free parking. Facilities include wheelchair-accessible areas and a unit on the ground floor. Families can make use of the indoor play area and board games or puzzles. Pet bowls and a pet basket are also provided; pets are allowed on request, and charges may apply. The units have a kitchen, private bathroom and flat-screen TV, with amenities such as a washing machine, coffee machine and fridge.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Washing machine
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests

General facilities

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Hiking
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games / puzzles
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on the ground floor
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Hot tub

Parking

  • Street parking

Food & drink

  • Tea/coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Fridge

Location & what to see

La Gandara, in the municipality of Soba, has a mountainous setting to explore on foot, with small villages to visit in the area. The Gándara River Waterfalls are 370 m from the accommodation and the source of the Gándara River is 1.1 km away. La Gándara Viewpoint is 660 m away, while Villaverde and Astrana are 980 m and 990 m away, respectively. Restaurante Rufaco is 400 m away.

The Collados del Asón Interpretation Centre is 460 m away, and La Gándara Viewpoint is a place to stop and take in the valley scenery. Salto del Asón is 1.9 km away; Collados del Asón is 4.6 km away. Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 31 km away and Bilbao Airport is 52 km away. The accommodation offers free public parking nearby, with no reservation required.

The waterfalls, viewpoints and trails make walking and hiking some of the area’s main activities. You can visit the source of the Gándara River and continue to Salto del Asón, or stop at the Interpretation Centre before exploring Collados del Asón. If you want to swim in the property’s pool, it’s open from 1 June to 1 October; the hot tub and terraces offer other ways to relax after your excursions.

Gándara River Waterfalls — A nearby waterfall, easy to visit on a short trip from La Gandara. 370 m
Collados del Asón Interpretation Centre — A place to learn about the landscape and natural features of the surrounding area. 460 m
La Gándara Viewpoint — An elevated spot with views of the mountains and valley. 660 m
Source of the Gándara River — A natural site where the local river begins its course. 1,1 km
Salto del Asón — A waterfall and mountain scenery, with a nearby walking route. 1,9 km
Collados del Asón — A mountainous natural area with trails to explore on foot. 4,6 km

What guests say about Viviendas Turisticas El Carrascal

8.6
Fabulous · 27 reviews
Staff
9.3
Comfort
8.4
Location
8.4
Cleanliness
8.7
Facilities
8.3
Value for money
8.2

Guests particularly appreciate the staff’s attentiveness and also highlight the cleanliness. Feedback on the facilities and comfort is somewhat more moderate, while the overall experience reflects a satisfying stay for those looking for nature and practical amenities in La Gandara.

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