Hotel El Refugio

2.0 star property

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Double or Twin Room, Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Garden
Self parking
Porch

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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Playa de Luaña, 218, Cóbreces, Alfoz de Lloredo, Cantabria, 39320
  • Place, Playa de Luana
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cabarceno Natural Park
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, El Sardinero Beach
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santander (SDR)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Double or Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Alfoz de Lloredo

Located within a 5-minute walk of Playa de Luana, Hotel El Refugio is within a 15-minute stroll of Bay of Biscay. This 23-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services.

What's nearby

  • Playa de Luana - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Comillas Beach - 13 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Oyambre Beach - 21 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Cabarceno Natural Park - 50 min drive - 32.4 miles
  • El Sardinero Beach - 51 min drive - 30.9 miles

Getting around

  • Renedo Station - 27 min drive
  • Santander (SDR) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quo Vadis - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Marisquería Adolfo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bar Restaurante Cantábrico - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mombasa Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Gurea - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Hotel El Refugio

Guests of Hotel El Refugio enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee in a common area. If you drive, self parking is EUR 9 per stay, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 175 per vehicle roundtrip. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and concierge services. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a computer station, an arcade/game room, and a library.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Minibars, safes, and phones are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Uncovered self parking on site (EUR 9 per stay)
  • Secured, uncovered extended parking on site (EUR 9 per stay)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 beach bars
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Suomi Cocktail bar

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Designer stores
  • Farming classes
  • Games
  • Library
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Paddleboard
  • Pro golf shop
  • Shopping
  • Surf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 steps to reach entrance
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Communal living room
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric bike charging
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated guestrooms - January 2016
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Minibar

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during the winter:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 18 and younger (only guests older than 18 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 175 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 7)
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 9 per stay
  • Uncovered extended parking fee: EUR 9 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM—-7 PM
  • Check-out: 11:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 20
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? For a fee, this property offers self parking, along with extended parking.
Property Registration Number No, G5287, 53423, b72895485, Spanish Commercial Registry, ES:B72895485, country:ES|stateProvince:Cantabria|city:COBRECES|address1:Barrio Luaña, 218|address2:|postalCode:39320, ES

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

El Refugio Alfoz de Lloredo
Hotel El Refugio Alfoz de Lloredo
Hotel El Refugio Hotel
Hotel El Refugio Alfoz de Lloredo
Hotel El Refugio Hotel Alfoz de Lloredo

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Hotel El Refugio?

This hotel in Alfoz de Lloredo is within a 10-minute walk of Bay of Biscay and Playa de Luana. You'll also find Comillas Beach and El Capricho de Gaudí within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hotel El Refugio?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 3 per day.

Is there a spa at Hotel El Refugio?

Spa services at the hotel include mani/pedis.

Does Hotel El Refugio feature a casino at the property?

No, Hotel El Refugio doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel El Refugio?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel El Refugio?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a beach, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge.

Does Hotel El Refugio have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel El Refugio feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel El Refugio serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Suomi Cocktail bar.

Does Hotel El Refugio allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel El Refugio though service animals are welcome.

Does Hotel El Refugio have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hotel El Refugio?

The closest major airport to Hotel El Refugio is Santander (SDR), which is 26.7 mi away (53 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel El Refugio?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel El Refugio.

Hotel El Refugio Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Federico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stunning

It was exactly what we needed - a beautiful quiet location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing location

This is an absolute gem of a hotel...so close to the beach with fab restaurants within walking distance. Staff were so friendly and very accommodating...cocktails were also good. Will definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

karen, durham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really good hotel with friendly staff

We stayed for two nights brilliant location near beach. Breakfast was great and lots to eat. Would not hesitate in booking again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was a little gem, good value, very comfortable and in a great location. The staff were very pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was very good. We did expect a restaurant for the evening but it was closed, however we were directed to a nearby restaurant which was very good. The information should say this is a seasonal restaurant, we had been travelling all day and would have preferred to stay on site. Would stay there again.

8/10 Good

Lilian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose Luis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Leire

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

joy

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Near to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Elena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La tranquilidad, el silencio y la playa cerca. lo mejor. Lo peor la falta de transporte público. Desayuno buffet aceptable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

OSCAR

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
FABULOSO EN UN ENCLAVE IDILICO
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La hospitalidad del personal, la cercanía y amabilidad del trato. Tambien la situación geográfica del hotel, muy bien situado cerquita del mar.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Danilo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Buon soggiorno, personale gentile !!!

Tutto bene tranne il wifi assente !!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Rosa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Anticuado y poco acogedor.

La habitación olía a humedad y cerrado. Anticuado y viejo.Por ese precio esperábamos algo mejor.Tuvimos que separarnos de nuestro amigo a pesar de que le pedimos habitaciones juntas, porque el niño no puede dormir contigo, pagas más y te envían a otra zona. Mala atención y poco acogedor, no volveremos.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommandé

Calme et reposant cet hôtel est remarquablement situé. Il permets bains dans l'océan et visites de villages médiévaux. Santander est également proche. Il peut être le point de départ de randonnées le long de la côte ou à l'intérieur du pays. L'accueil y est excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Francisco Luís

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel con unas vistas espectaculares

Playa de luaña a apenas 50 metros. Situada entre Santillana y Comillas. En el pueblo en si de Cobreces no hay demasiado que ver ni hacer. Pero muy buen situado