Hotel Cuevas

Hotel Cuevas in Santillana del Mar

Overview

Hotel Cuevas in Santillana del Mar offers private room accommodation for pilgrims on the Camino del Norte. This adults-only boutique hotel sits at the edge of the historic old town. It features elegant rooms — many with jacuzzis — a seasonal outdoor pool, outdoor jacuzzi, terrace, garden, restaurant, breakfast buffet, and free Wi-Fi. Furthermore, it has been awarded best hotel in Spain for two consecutive years by its guests.

Ideally located a short walk from the Colegiata de Santa Juliana and the Altamira Museum, the hotel puts the Camino route and the Cantabrian coast within easy reach. Additionally, staff have been specifically praised by Camino del Norte pilgrims for their local knowledge and warm welcome.

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Pilgrim Insight

Hotel Cuevas is one of the finest overnight stops on the Camino del Norte. Pilgrims repeatedly describe it as a gem after a long day walking in the rain. The jacuzzi rooms, outdoor pool, and warm staff make it genuinely special. Moreover, one pilgrim compared it favourably to several Paradores on the route — high praise on the Way of St. James.

Note: Hotel Cuevas is adults-only — not suitable for pilgrims travelling with children. Additionally, the pool and outdoor jacuzzi operate from May to October depending on weather.

If you haven’t yet selected all your equipment, take a look at our recommended pilgrim gear list to see everything we recommend for the Camino.

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