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Hotel El Refugio

2.0 star property

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A stone archway leading to a bar area with wooden stools and barrels, warm lighting, and a view into the adjacent dining area.
An archway leading to a wedding reception area with a red carpet, floral decorations, and a large 'C' sign.
A bar with wooden stools, a bar counter, and a stone wall.
Lobby sitting area
A table with a white tablecloth and two drinks, overlooking a beach with a rocky cliff and ocean view.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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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

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a bedside table, a nightstand, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Triple Room

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a patterned wallpaper, a bed with a textured bedspread, two bedside lamps, and a bedside table with a remote control.

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Sea View

A bedroom with a bed, a telephone, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Double or Twin Room, Sea View

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

About the area

Alfoz de Lloredo

A family-friendly stay in Alfoz de Lloredo awaits you at Hotel El Refugio. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Playa de Luana and Bay of Biscay. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 beach bars, 2 bars/lounges and a restaurant. .Suomi Cocktail bar is open for breakfast and dinner. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find umbrellas and surfing/body boarding. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Alfoz de Lloredo hotel include Monument to the Marques de Comillas and Parque Guell y Martos.

What's nearby

  • Playa de Luana - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • El Capricho de Gaudí - 16 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Caves of Altamira - 21 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Cabarceno Natural Park - 50 min drive - 52.1 km
  • El Sardinero Beach - 51 min drive - 49.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante LUAÑA 3 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bar Restaurante Cantábrico - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar Fuente Real - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Quo Vadis - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Bolera - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Hotel El Refugio

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. For a drink, you can stop by one of the on-site bars, including 2 beach bars and 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel El Refugio. For a fee, parking is available.

This Alfoz de Lloredo hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • 2 bars on the beach
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2006
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Hotel El Refugio offers 23 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in January 2016.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 200 metres
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Uncovered parking on site (EUR 9 per stay)
  • Secured, uncovered extended parking on site (EUR 9 per stay)
  • Limited on-site self parking

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
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Communal living room
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric bike charging
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated guestrooms - January 2016
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • 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
  • 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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

Is parking available at Hotel El Refugio?

Yep, Hotel El Refugio has an uncovered self car park for EUR 9 per stay. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Secured uncovered extended parking costs EUR 9 per stay.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel El Refugio?

Yep, Hotel El Refugio is a short 3-minute walk from Playa de Luana. Fun beach activities include surfing, body boarding and swimming. You can also find water sports equipment and boat tours.

Is Hotel El Refugio family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade, a deli and a picnic area, it's no surprise that Hotel El Refugio is a hit with families.

Does Hotel El Refugio serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is offered daily between 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel El Refugio?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel El Refugio?

Relax with a coldie at the 2 beach bars or 2 lounge bars, and grab a meal at the onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner. The dining venue is closed during the winter.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel El Refugio?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel El Refugio?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Hotel El Refugio?

There is a golf course next to 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

Verified

6/10 Okay

joy

Liked: Staff & service
Near to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Elena

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

OSCAR

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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.
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Lilian

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

10/10 Excellent

Jose Luis

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

8/10 Good

Leire

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Federico

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

8/10 Good

Francisco Luís

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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