Potes

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Potes is a beautiful enclave that offers great food, buildings that will take you back to ancient times and routes through the countryside that will take your breath away.

In Potes you can enjoy traditional food full of local charm, sandwiches of all kinds, grills, churros, cafés and even whisky houses. Its Gothic buildings will take you back to the Middle Ages and the mountain routes will let you admire the most beautiful, verdant nature of its surroundings.

It is without a doubt one of the most beautiful towns in Cantabria. Its geographical characteristics and the limited public transport connections mean the best and almost only option to enjoy a holiday in Potes is to get there by car from Santander. Santander, on the other hand, can be reached easily by plane or train.

As for accommodation, you'll find a long list of hostels and guesthouses at more than reasonable prices, where you can savour a delicious Cantabrian meal. Of course, you can also enjoy it in any of the local restaurants or bars you find during your visit.

This idyllic Spanish town offers buildings of great beauty that are sure to captivate you. One of the highlights is the Torre del Infantado, the most emblematic building of the town, which years ago was the house of the Marquis de Santillana. It's a 15th century tower house that is well worth a visit. There is also plenty of religious architecture in the town. With our cheap trips to Potes, you can visit two churches dedicated to San Vicente: the oldest one, from the 14th century, and the newest one, which began construction towards the end of the 19th century. You will also find two small shrines: that of La Virgen del Camino and La Virgen de Valmayor.

However, the architecture is not the only attraction: with our package deals to Potes you can enjoy nature walks that will take your breath away. Lush green and animals grazing happily wherever you look, no matter if you head to the north, south, east or west. There's natural beauty all around you!

If you need to disconnect from the city noise, lose yourself and connect with nature, Potes is the destination for you.

Hotel Valdecoro
Hotel Valdecoro
2 out of 5
Calle Roscabado, 5, Potes, Cantabria
Stay at this hotel in Potes. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (112 reviews)
"Property on the edge of town with ample parking. Good service from all the staff. Comfortable rooms and excellent bathroom. Restaurant not open apart from breakfast, but the town is full of charming places to eat with lovely views. An excellent base for touring the Picos Mountains."

Reviewed on 13 Oct,2023

Hotel Valdecoro
Arha Hotel & Spa
Arha Hotel & Spa
2 out of 5
C/ Amapola S/ N, Potes, Cantabria
Stay at this spa hotel in Potes. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Popular attractions Territorio Canopy and Torre del Infantado are located ...
6.6/10 (40 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on 26 Nov,2022

Arha Hotel & Spa
Hotel Restaurante Casa Cayo
Hotel Restaurante Casa Cayo
1 out of 5
Calle Cántabra 6, Potes, Cantabria
Stay at this hotel in Potes. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Territorio Canopy and Torre del Infantado are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"Casa Cayo was the perfect stay on our trip into the mountains. There is free parking just a quick 2 minute walk away."

Reviewed on 22 Nov,2021

Hotel Restaurante Casa Cayo
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Apartamentos Remoña
Apartamentos Remoña
3.5 out of 5
Quintana, s/n, Espinama, Camaleno, Cantabria
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Camaleno. Enjoy 1 bedroom. Popular attractions Mogrovejo Tower and Santo Toribio de Liebana Monastery are located nearby. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Excelente!!
"Apartamento bem funcional e confortável. Tem um restaurante dele mesmo, onde funciona também uma pousada. Fica bem próximo ao teleférico de Fuente Dé, passeio imperdível nos Picos de Europa. Tudo muito bom!!"

Reviewed on 31 Jul,2021

Apartamentos Remoña
Apartamentos Silken Playa de Toro
Apartamentos Silken Playa de Toro
3 out of 5
Playa de Toró S/N, Llanes
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Llanes. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a terrace. Popular attractions Puertu Chicu and Basilica de Santa Maria ...
8/10 Very Good! (8 reviews)
"Cercania a todo"

Reviewed on 10 Apr,2023

Apartamentos Silken Playa de Toro
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