Parador De Santillana Gil Blas  

In the heart of Santillana del Mar, set right on the town's main square. Steps from Calle de Juan Infante and Torre de Don Borja, with the Altamira Museum and Santillana Zoo about a 15‑minute walk and the Caves of Altamira roughly 2 miles away. Santander Airport sits around 18 miles from town. The medieval center is compact — car access to the square is limited but guests can reach the door.

A 17th/18th‑century ancestral mansion turned hotel with 28 air‑conditioned rooms. Bright common rooms, wooden floors and traditional furnishings meet rooms with large windows or balconies overlooking the garden. Standard room features include en suite bathrooms, minibar, flat‑screen TVs, hairdryer, safe, and individually adjustable heating and A/C.

Wake up to garden views from the terrace and stroll the historic square. On‑site café, bar and restaurant, TV room, terrace and garden, 24‑hour reception, lift, room and laundry service, plus on‑site self‑parking (charge applies). Buffet breakfast is available for an additional fee.

Ballroom for events, complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout the property, tour assistance and gift shops. 24‑hour reception handles concierge and practical needs.

An on‑site restaurant and bar/lounge serve dishes made with local Cantabrian produce. Expect regional specialties like cocido montañés, hake and traditional desserts such as sobao and quesada pasiega. Room service is available.