4-star Hotel / Parador
HCUS3, Santillana del Mar, North Spain
Historic Parador in the medieval town of Santillana del Mar
The four-star Parador Gil Blas is set at the heart of historic Santillana del Mar – one of Spain's most magical historic places and a great base to discover western coastal Cantabria
This imposing house, a pleasing mix of modern and traditional construction in keeping with the medieval feel of the town is right in the pedestrianised old-town of Santillana del Mar and has its own, renowned restaurant, bar and a lovely courtyard to sit out in.
The building has been lovingly restored to keep its traditional features and sense of history, and combines modern comforts with cosy old world charm.
Accommodation
28 rooms including junior suites, superior doubles, standard doubles and individual rooms.
Hotel Features
On-site parking (extra charge) – pre-booking not required
Restaurant, bar and patio
Central location
Restaurant
The restaurant, El Jardin de Gil Blas, offers a buffet breakfast traditional Cantabrian cuisine.
The cocido montañes (bean and pork stew) is recommended, or enjoy grilled Tudanca beef sirloin with vegetable ratatouille and potato pie, turbot steak or an excellent Cantabrian cheese plate.
Hotel Facilities
24 Hour ReceptionTour Booking Service
WiFi all areas
Lift
Garden/Patio/Terrace
Shared Lounge / TV Area
No smoking in hotel
Luggage storage
Laundry Service
Air Conditioning
Room facilities (all rooms)
En-suite bathroomHeating
Air conditioning
WIFI
TV
Fridge / Minibar
Shower over bathtub
Hairdryer
Safe deposit box
Desk
Dining
Restaurant, open to the publicBars / restaurants within walking distance of the hotel
Bar with terrace, open to the public, serving drinks and light snacks
Accessibility
Facilities adapted for guests with reduced mobilityNot suitable for guests with reduced mobility
Parking
On-site parking (extra charge)Garage parking (extra charge)
Public parking nearby (pay locally)
Electric vehicle charging station
Pets
No pets allowed
Santillana del Mar, North Spain
Santillana del Mar, about seven kms from the sea, is a beautiful village of grand old mansions, each with its coat-of-arms, and traditional farmhouses. It is justly popular with visitors as a cultural centre: there are two museums and often exhibitions of more than local interest while the wonderful Romanesque Collegiate Church holds concerts. It also has some very good pottery shops as well as stalls selling the local milk and cake (sobaos), and trinkets, and has a good choice of cafes and restaurants. In summer it is busy – but even then, the local farmers continue about their business, so that cows and carts mix with the camera-carrying tourists.
