Llanes

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Llanes
Llanes
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The small Asturian town of Llanes ticks all the boxes for a dream holiday: beaches, cuisine, historical heritage and popular festivals.

Llanes, which lies on the spectacular Cantabrian coastline, is the perfect destination to enjoy rich historical heritage, pristine beaches, mother nature and fun traditional festivals. There’s a reason why people are increasingly skipping the typical Mediterranean destinations to spend their holidays in Llanesand discover the charms of northern Spain.

Take advantage of the Cantabrian winds and try your hand at surfing and windsurfing on the beautiful beaches of Llanes. Among the most popular are Toró beach, with its curious sand formations, and Sablón beach, a favourite among families because of how easy it is to get to. The old town of Llanes is also a treasure trove of pleasant surprises, such as Torre del Castillo, a castle tower that is home to the tourist information centre and forms part of the old Roman wall dating back to the 13th century, Palacio de los Duques de Estrada, a baroque style palace, or Palacio de Gastañaga, another palace built between the 14th and 15th centuries.

If you’re looking for cheap trips to Llanes to get outdoors and enjoy the natural surroundings, start with a walk along the Paseo de San Pedro promenade, just under half a mile long, bordering the high cliffs and offering magnificent panoramic views of the town and the sea. El Camín Encantáu, ‘the enchanted pathway’ in the regional Asturian language, allows you to explore beautiful forests as you dive into the magical world of Asturian legends, featuring mythical creatures such as cuélebres (snakes), trasgos (imps) and xanas (water spirits).

Be sure to try the exquisite Asturian cuisine, where sweets, fish, seafood, fabada stews and cheeses steal the show and are popular with even the most demanding gourmets. The area around the port of Llanes stands out for the abundance of restaurants, bars and taverns where you can tuck into the best regional specialities.

If you book a package holiday to Llanes that includes a flight, you’ll land at the airport in Santander, around fifty five miles from the town. Llanes has excellent road connections to Gijón and Oviedo, both of which make for an excellent day trip.

Hotel Silken Spa La Hacienda de Don Juan
Hotel Silken Spa La Hacienda de Don Juan
4 out of 5
Calle La Concepcion 5, Llanes, Asturias
The price is P3,604 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
P3,604
P3,965 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Llanes. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Puertu Chicu and Basilica de Santa ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (28 reviews)
"Excelente estadia. Muy centrico 10/10"

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2024

Hotel Silken Spa La Hacienda de Don Juan
Kaype - Quintamar
Kaype - Quintamar
3 out of 5
Playa De Barro, S/n - Barro, Llanes, Asturias
The price is P3,345 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
P3,345
P3,680 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Llanes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Barro Beach and Playa de Troenzo are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (85 reviews)
"It’s a good beachfront property in front of a magnificent circular beach with pure fine sand and magical islands in front of the Cantabrian Sea. Decent food options at great prices."

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2024

Kaype - Quintamar
La Montaña Mágica
La Montaña Mágica
3 out of 5
El Allende, S/N, Llanes
The price is P4,575 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
P4,575
P5,033 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Llanes. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Huelga Beach and Castro de las Gaviotas ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
Outstanding
"Absolutely beautiful. Friendly staff... highly recommend"

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2025

La Montaña Mágica
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.
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 garden. Popular attractions Puertu Chicu and Basilica de Santa Maria ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (11 reviews)
"The hotel has no onsite front desk. Our room was a 1 bedroom ground floor suite. The unit is dated but in good condition and clean. Oddly it didn’t have hand soap or shampoo in the bathroom. Parking is underground and there is surface street parking. I called the hotel walkable and it is to a point. ..."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2024

Apartamentos Silken Playa de Toro
Apartamentos Turisticos LLanes
Apartamentos Turisticos LLanes
3.5 out of 5
Calle Mayor 6, Llanes, Asturias
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Llanes. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Basilica de Santa Maria and Sablon ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (18 reviews)
Wonderful appertmwnt in a wonderful location
"The location in in the centre of town however double double glazing ensures there is no noise. The apartment is modern with everything you need for your comfort. There is parking nearby. I would recommend these apartments to anyone."

Reviewed on May 8, 2024

Apartamentos Turisticos LLanes
Apartamentos San Pedro
Apartamentos San Pedro
3.5 out of 5
Avda. de San Pedro, 7, Llanes, Asturias
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Llanes. Enjoy free parking, 2 beach bars, and room service. Popular attractions Sablon Beach and Basilica de Santa Maria ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (13 reviews)
"Excellent experience in the perfect location"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2021

Apartamentos San Pedro
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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