Potes

Travel Guide

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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
The price is P5,956 per night from Sep 26 to Sep 27
P5,956
P6,552 total
Sep 26 - Sep 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Potes. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Torre ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (179 reviews)
"Very good value and clean. Could not pick a better hotel in Potes."

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025

Hotel Valdecoro
Hotel & SPA Arha Potes

Hotel & SPA Arha Potes

2.5 out of 5
C/OBISPO, 8, Potes, Cantabria
Stay at this hotel in Potes. Enjoy free newspapers. Popular attractions Territorio Canopy and Santo Toribio de Liebana Monastery are located nearby.
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Parador de Fuente Dé

Parador de Fuente Dé

3 out of 5
Fuente De, Fuente De, Camaleno, Cantabria
The price is P4,902 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
P4,902
P5,392 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Camaleno. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Fuente De Cable Car and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (318 reviews)
"Stunning setting"

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

Parador de Fuente Dé
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Apartamentos Rurales La Bardenilla

Apartamentos Rurales La Bardenilla

3 out of 5
Calleja Bardenilla, Penamellera Baja, Asturias
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Penamellera Baja. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Espiona Sanctuary and La Loja Cave ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Estupendo alojamiento"

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

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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 garden. Popular attractions Puertu Chicu and Basilica de Santa Maria ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (12 reviews)
"Great place to stay, so close to the beach and great hiking"

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2025

Apartamentos Silken Playa de Toro
Apartamentos Los Picos de Europa

Apartamentos Los Picos de Europa

3.5 out of 5
Calle de las Armas, Cillorigo de Liebana, Cantabria
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Cillorigo de Liebana. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Popular attractions Millennial Chestnuts of Cillorigo ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"Wow! The view from here is breathtaking! I originally planned to stay two nights, but ended up staying 5. I would suggest planning to spend some time here! You can see the Picos de Europa from your room and there are many places to sit / eat outside. Fuente De is close by and the hosts provided many ..."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Apartamentos Los Picos de Europa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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