Set in the main square in the beautiful Cantabrian town of Santillana del Mar, this attractive and modern hotel provides the perfect ambiance for a relaxing getaway.
Sit back and read in the impressive courtyard, or soak up the sun in the summer months.
Explore the charming town of Santillana del Mar, which was declared a national monument, and the origins of which date back to the eighth century.
The Parador Gil Bas has its own restaurant, where you can sample local-style cuisine without leaving the hotel. After, you can enjoy a drink in the on-site bar, or explore the bars in the local town. There is also free Wi-Fi internet access available throughout the hotel.
The nearest Airport is Santander Airport, 18 mi from the Parador.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
9.1
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Guests who stayed here loved
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Steve
United States
“Javier at the front desk couldn’t have been more helpful.
The hotel is so lovely and like stepping back in time, it is grand. The outside appearance does not do it justice.”
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Michael
United States
“Beautiful hotel in Parador in the center of Santillana Del Mar. Great restaurant and bar, friendly staff.”
Lana
United States
“Good location in a nice old town, comfortable rooms, good service.”
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Steven
United States
“Lovely restored historic property in the very center of Santillana. Large, comfortable room, friendly and professional staff, good value.”
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Brian
United States
“Beautiful hotel. Lots of charm, historical aesthetic. Good food in restaurant, nice room.”
Linda
United States
“The location was perfect for accessing historical sites, cafes, and this small picturesque city.
Friendly, helpful staff!”
Carolina
Colombia
“The property is beautiful and in the best location. Lovely patio with nice garden. Rooms are a bit small but this is due to the building stile.”
Sergio
Spain
“Santillana del Mar is an amazing location. The Parador, is part of the experience. Having the opportunity to stay at the parador it contributed to have a better experience in Santillana.
The staff made everything possible to make us feel at home...”
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Christine
United Kingdom
“Stunning building in central location - beautifully maintained - food and service in restaurant was excellent - parking adjacent to hotel was a real bonas - staff were friendly and attentive throughout our stay.”
Zodi54
United States
“Central location on one of the main squares (in Santillana almost everything is central because the place is tiny). Historic building with old-fashioned interior decor, squeaky wooden floors and a good breakfast buffet. Helpful, English-speaking...”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
Marmitia Parador de Santillana Gil Blas
Cuisine
Local
Open for
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Ambience
Traditional
House rules
Parador de Santillana Gil Blas takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 1:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
Please note that drinks are not included in the Half Board and Full Board rates.
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