A 15th-century house that was the residence of the Marquis of Santillana is today the Hotel Casa del Marqués, a 5-star hotel on Calle del Cantón, in the heart of the historic centre. Inside it keeps its original oak staircase, carved from a single piece. A good fit if you want to sleep inside the medieval town and walk around it from first thing.
Location and getting around
It is one of the places to stay closest to the Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana: you have it less than a 5-minute walk away. The Plaza Mayor (Plaza de Ramón Pelayo) is about 5 minutes away. To reach the Altamira Museum allow about 30 minutes on foot; if you prefer not to walk, it is under 2 km by car.
Rooms and facilities
The building is restored and combines the old structure with modern equipment. Breakfast is served continental or buffet style, with gluten-free options, a useful detail if you have coeliac disease or an intolerance.
- Restored 15th-century manor house.
- Original single-piece oak staircase.
- Continental and buffet breakfast, with gluten-free options.
No pool, spa, gym or restaurant for dinners is listed, so if any of those services matters to you, confirm before booking.
Who it suits
- Couples looking for a break within the old town.
- Travellers interested in the architecture and history of Cantabria.
- Guests who want to go for an early walk, before the excursion groups arrive.
Good to know
- Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out until 12:00.
- No private parking is listed; ask where to leave the car if you arrive in one.
You will find other 5-star places in the area in the 5-star hotels category.