Liencres

Travel Guide

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If you dream of exploring the rugged northern coast of Spain, now’s the time to book a holiday in Liencres, the gateway to the wild Cantabrian Sea.

Liencres is a coastal town that belongs to the city of Piélagos. This coastal town is strategically located 5.5 miles from Santander and offers no less than 5 miles of coastline. Take the opportunity to admire the contrasts between the intense blue of the sea dotted with the white tones of the swell that, over the centuries, has cut the coast to the shape we know today. Make sure to take in the soft greens interspersed with the golden tones of its beaches: it's a delight for all the senses!

Check out our offer of cheap trips to Liencres and discover spectacular beaches, such as Valdearenas, with its fine golden sands, or Canallave, ideal for surfing the waves. Both beaches are a part of the Dunas de Liencres Nature Park, a protected natural area located around the mouth of the River Pas. If you are looking for real majesty, make sure you catch the beach of Portio: a sandy area guarded by uniquely beautiful cliffs of great geological interest.

If you're not a fan of the sea, or decide to visit the town outside the summer season, no problem. Book one of our package deals to Liencres and use it as a base to explore the Picota mountain. Here you’ll find the archaeological remains of the castle of Pedraja, declared an Asset of Cultural Interest in 2004. You’ll also find bunkers and other types of defensive constructions in this area, from the time of the Civil War.

Find your flight plus hotel to Liencres and enjoy a different type of holiday, and discover this hidden gem on our northern coast. Santander airport is about 8 miles away, and the city is connected to Liencres with a daily bus service. If you want to enjoy everything that Cantabria has to offer, why not rent a car? You’ll be able to explore this beautiful enclave, bathed by the waters of the Cantabrian Sea, at your own pace. You're sure to fall in love with the landscapes, the people and their customs. What are you waiting for?

Calas de Liencres

Calas de Liencres

3 out of 5
Barrio De La Sierra 2A, Liencres, Pielagos, Cantabria
The price is RM238 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
RM238
RM262 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Pielagos. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Santander Ferry Terminal ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (48 reviews)
"Lovely hotel just out of Santander in a reasonably sized village. Restaurants, cafes, supermarkets and bakeries all close by. Several sandy beaches within walking distance. Hotel was clean, tidy and quiet. Staff were lovely and helpful. Air con was powerful. We stopped here the night before we were ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Calas de Liencres
Hotel Bahia

Hotel Bahia

4 out of 5
C/ Cádiz, 22, Santander, Cantabria
The price is RM409 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
RM409
RM450 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Santander. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
Lovely and lively
"Lovely port city"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Hotel Bahia
Hotel Santemar

Hotel Santemar

4 out of 5
C/ Joaquin Costa, 28, Santander, Cantabria
The price is RM303 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
RM303
RM334 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (904 reviews)
"Great hotel, willing to help"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Hotel Santemar
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 Playa de Portio

Apartamentos Playa de Portio

3 out of 5
Barrio de Portio N 9, Pielagos, Cantabria
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Pielagos. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Santander Ferry Terminal and Playa de Portio are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (5 reviews)
"Todo estaba muy bien , es muy comodo y nos ha tocado planta baja con acceso al jardin comunitario, q estaba bien. El problema es q me decepcione un poco pq en la foto de lo q reserve salia una terraza que en realidad corresponde a la posada, no al apartamento y desde el nuestro si no sales al jardin, ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2025

Apartamentos Playa de Portio
Estudios Aranzazu

Estudios Aranzazu

2 out of 5
Mies del Valle, 4, Santander, Cantabria
Stay at this aparthotel in Santander. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (236 reviews)
"Pretty clean, nice location near to restaurants and bakeries and in a quiet street. People at the desk were helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Estudios Aranzazu
Apartamentos Turísticos Bahía de Boó

Apartamentos Turísticos Bahía de Boó

2 out of 5
Calle Prosperidad No. 36 A y B, El Astillero, Cantabria
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in El Astillero. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Cabarceno Natural ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (197 reviews)
"everything was as expected"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Apartamentos Turísticos Bahía de Boó
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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