Potes

Travel Guide

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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.

Arha Hotel & Spa

Arha Hotel & Spa

2 out of 5
C/ Amapola S/ N Potes Cantabria
Stay at this spa hotel in Potes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Territorio Canopy and Santo Toribio de Liebana ...
6.4/10 (45 reviews)
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Reviewed on 26 Nov 2022

Arha Hotel & Spa
Hotel Valdecoro

Hotel Valdecoro

2 out of 5
Calle Roscabado, 5 Potes Cantabria
Stay at this hotel in Potes. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Torre ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (182 reviews)
Very good value and clean. Could not pick a better hotel in Potes.

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Hotel Valdecoro
ARENAS SUITES APARTAMENTOS

ARENAS SUITES APARTAMENTOS

3 out of 5
Pob. San Roque Potes Cantabria
The price is RM475 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
RM475
RM475 total
8 Dec - 9 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Potes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Torre del Infantado and Territorio Canopy are located nearby.
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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.
ARENAS SUITES APARTAMENTOS

ARENAS SUITES APARTAMENTOS

3 out of 5
Pob. San Roque Potes Cantabria
Stay at this apartment in Potes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Torre del Infantado and Territorio Canopy are located nearby.
ARENAS SUITES APARTAMENTOS
Apartamentos Turísticos Santana

Apartamentos Turísticos Santana

3.5 out of 5
Bo. Cotiello Bajo 10 Llanes Asturias
Stay at this apartment in Llanes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions Basilica de Santa Maria and Palace of the Dukes of Estrada are located nearby.
7.4/10 Good! (6 reviews)
Pillows not good

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Apartamentos Turísticos Santana
Casa rural La curva de María

Casa rural La curva de María

3.5 out of 5
Barrio Terán-Hondonada 1 Valle de Cabuerniga Cantabria
Stay at this apartment in Valle de Cabuerniga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a business centre and a garden. Popular attractions Pozo del Diablo and Casona de Tudanca are ...
Casa rural La curva de María
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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