Potes

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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
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The price is P5,413 per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
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P5,954 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11
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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 Territorio ...
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Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

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Arha Hotel & Spa
Arha Hotel & Spa
2 out of 5
C/ Amapola S/ N, Potes, Cantabria
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Potes. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Territorio Canopy and Santo Toribio ...
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Hotel Principado de Europa
Hotel Principado de Europa
3 out of 5
C. General s/n, Poo de Cabrales, Cabrales, Asturias
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cabrales. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Cueva el Cares and Ruta'l Quesu y la Sidra are ...
"Not good. Not as expected or described"

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2024

Hotel Principado de Europa
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Apartamentos Turísticos Santana
Apartamentos Turísticos Santana
3.5 out of 5
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Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Llanes. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Basilica de Santa Maria and Sablon Beach are located nearby.
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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 ...
"Great place within 15 mins drive of Potes"

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2024

Apartamentos Los Picos de Europa
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