Parador de Santillana Gil Blas in Santillana del Mar ★★★★  

The Parador de Santillana Gil Blas 4-star hotel in Santillana del Mar, Cantabria is situated in a historic, traditionally decorated 17th century stately home. Standing in the main square as most of the town's main buildings, including the Town Hall, the hotel is easy to reach from all roads and attractions. The Hotel Parador de Santillana Gil Blas lovely mansion belonged to the renowned Barreda-Bracho family and it is the perfect accommodation for those interested in discovering the history of Santillana del Mar. The origins of this Cantabrian town, declared a national monument, date back to the 7th century. Among the sites of interest in the area, you could visit the Museum of Altamira, or attend the Medieval Festival in June. You could also travel a short distance and go for a stroll on the beach, or do some climbing or bungee jumping if you are up for it. Other than its historic splendour, the Parador de Santillana Gil Blas Hotel offers many top-quality services to make your stay a memorable one. If you are in town on business, the hotel's conference room might come in handy, holding up to a hundred attendants and a minimum of fifty. The hotel has air-conditioning and heating, a bar and a restaurant. Currency exchange is available as well as free wireless Internet access throughout the building.