Sleep in Bárcena Mayor

Sleep in Bárcena Mayor

If you’re planning a visit to Bárcena Mayor, you should know that it is one of the oldest towns in Cantabria, located in Saja-Besaya Natural Park, a protected forest area and one of the best-preserved in northern Spain. So if you like hiking, it is a good place to spend a few days as well as a few nights.

Vista interior de Bárcena Mayor
Bárcena Mayor streets
Parque Natural Saja Besaya
Saja Besaya Natural Park

In town there are few options, but we assure you that the ones we recommend are worth it. Posada Reserva Verde is located in the historical area of the town, and the highlight of staying there is the kindness of the owners, who are always willing to help with anything you may need while staying in Bárcena Mayor. The common areas are very pleasant and their homemade jams are luxurious, made in the typical style, as well as their Nata de Cantabria cheese.

Posada Rural La Franca also has a family atmosphere, where guests feel satisfied and at ease, and is located in a rustic-style cottage that is very inviting for spending the night. From there you can walk directly to the architectural complex of Bárcena, which you cannot miss if you stop in the town, as well as, of course, Saja-Besaya Natural Park.

Dónde dormir en Bárcena Mayor
Posada Reserva Verde
Dónde dormir en Bárcena Mayor
Posada Rural La Franca

If you’re looking for somewhere to stay that goes beyond a nice atmosphere and comfortable pillows, we suggest the Resort Reserva de Saja, in Renedo de Cabuérniga, just 20 minutes from Bárcena Mayor by car. Spending the night at this hotel means access to its luxurious spa and massage services, as well as a buffet breakfast and, above all, the spectacular gardens in the Cabuérniga valley, in the heart of Saja-Besaya Natural Park. And if you go during winter and you like to ski, just an hour away by car is the ski station in Alto Campoo.

Dónde dormir en Bárcena Mayor
Resort Reserva del Saja

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