Neither Ribadeo nor Llanes: one of the best hotels for summer vacations in northern Spain is in a town in Cantabria.

With summer just around the corner, many people are starting to think about their vacations. In Spain, it's very common to book trips during the summer months well in advance . Some prefer to unwind in the tranquility of the mountains , others seek refuge in their hometowns, or others can't live without a dip in the beach. Throughout the country, we find hotels of all kinds where you can stay during those days.

The latest edition of TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards revealed the best hotel accommodations in our country. The unique feature of this award is that these places are chosen by travelers themselves. Among them, users chose one from the Cantabrian town of Santillana del Mar as one of their northern favorites.

This is the Hotel Cuevas de Santillana del Mar

This accommodation is ranked number 10. Hotel Cuevas is located in a famous medieval village in the Cantabrian town. It's an adults-only property that calls itself "eco-chic" and offers a place to unwind and enjoy.

It not only combines quality, comfort, and a convenient location, but also boasts a romantic atmosphere . It's a popular destination if you're visiting Santillana del Mar. It offers a wide variety of in-room amenities: a flat-screen TV, a desk, a minibar, and public Wi-Fi. The property also features a pool and jacuzzi .

Breakfast with all kinds of fruits, breads, yogurts, cheeses, orange juice, etc., brunch for those who don't want to get up early, a cafeteria with a menu of Cantabrian beers and wines, as well as mixed drinks and cocktails... These are just some of the services offered by Hotel Cuevas. In addition, the hotel features a library with around 700 books, the vast majority of which have been loaned by the writer and filmmaker Américo Gutierrez .

TripAdvisor explains that if guests want to enjoy a meal, they can go to Asador La Gloria or Terraza de la Fuente . These are two steakhouses well-known among locals. A visit to one of the area's art museums is a must.