Hotels in Cantabria, Spain

Cantabria hugs the northern coast of Spain along the Cantabrian Sea, famous for its prehistoric Altamira Cave paintings and the jagged peaks of the Picos de Europa. The climate stays mild year-round, with summer highs around 70°F (21°C) perfect for hiking those mountain trails or surfing at Santander's El Sardinero beach, while winters hover near 50°F (10°C) and are great for exploring the medieval village of Santillana del Mar and warming up with a bowl of cocido montañés stew. Spring brings wildflowers to the valleys and fewer crowds, making it a solid time to kayak the Asón River without the summer rush.