Disconnect at the Alceda Spa: thermal waters and total calm.

Want your deal with or without an activity?

This offer comes with two booking options. Here’s what you can choose from:

• Option 1: Hotel + board basis. Perfect if you prefer to enjoy your getaway at your own pace.

• Option 2: Hotel + board basis + activity. Ideal if you want to make the most of your stay and add an extra touch of adventure to your trip.

You decide how to enjoy your holiday. All that’s left is to book and let the experience begin!

Discover Cabárceno Nature Park

The Cabárceno Nature Park is one of the most amazing places in Cantabria, a unique natural space where animals live in semi-freedom among spectacular karst landscapes.

If you book this deal with entrance to the Cabárceno Nature Park, get ready for an unforgettable experience!

• You will have 1 ticket per person and booking, valid for the day after your arrival at the hotel.
• The ticket is full day and includes unlimited use of the park's cable car - a spectacular way to enjoy the views.
  • For park hours click[here](https://parquedecabarceno.com/planifica-tu-visita/horario/).
• You will receive your tickets by e-mail the day before the activity:
  • Show them directly from your cell phone, no need to print them.
  • In the email you will find a QR code to access the park and a barcode to use the cable car.
• Please note that, once issued, tickets cannot be modified or refunded.

Hotel Balneario de Alceda 3*: thermal relaxation in the green heart of Cantabria

• Located in the charming Pas Valley, the Hotel Balneario de Alceda 3* combines history, nature and wellness in an environment of authentic tranquility.
• Its thermal waters, known for their benefits for the skin and relaxation, are the center of an experience designed to completely unwind.
• Around, the landscapes of Cantabria invite you to walk trails, visit charming villages or visit the Cabárceno Park.

Ideal for a holiday of well-being and calm, this spa is the perfect place to reconnect with yourself and with nature.

Dining at Hotel Balneario Parque de Alceda

Wondering what mealtimes are like? Here’s what to expect:

• Continental breakfast served at your table: Start the day right with a coffee or tea, toast with serrano ham, fresh orange juice, and a traditional sobao pastry from the region. A delicious routine to fuel your adventures in Cantabria!
• Dinner with a homely touch: In the evening, enjoy a hearty combination plate followed by a dessert, the perfect way to end your day.

Cabárceno Nature Park

• Forget what you know about zoos, Cabárceno is something entirely different. Tucked into the rolling green hills of Cantabria, this vast natural park lets animals roam as freely as possible while visitors explore by car, foot, or from the sky in panoramic cable cars.

• You don’t walk through Cabárceno. You discover it. One moment you're watching giraffes graze under the sun, the next a group of baboons darts across the rocks. Turn a corner and suddenly, there’s a bear soaking in a pond like it's his private spa. It feels more like you’re inside a nature documentary than on a holiday in Spain.

• The park is surprisingly relaxing, even with kids in tow. There’s room to breathe, places to picnic, and no pressure to rush. Just let the day unfold. Ride the cable car above the lion habitat, share stories over a packed lunch with mountain views, and enjoy the rare feeling of being somewhere truly unique.

• And if you still have energy, Santander is just a short drive away, perfect for a seafood dinner on the waterfront.

Chances are, you’ll leave Cabárceno with your camera full and your heart a little fuller, too.

Nestled in the lush Toranzo Valley in Cantabria, the small village of Alceda is the perfect spot for a peaceful escape into nature. Known for its thermal waters and centennial park, it offers the ideal combination of relaxation, family-friendly activities, and proximity to exciting attractions.

Make sure you visit:

• Alceda Park, a serene botanical garden filled with exotic trees and shaded paths.
• The historical Alceda thermal spa, with mineral-rich waters known since the 18th century.
• The banks of the Pas River, perfect for quiet walks or a relaxing picnic.
• Traditional stone houses and rural architecture throughout the village.

Beaches we think you’ll like:

• Somo Beach (45 minutes away): wide and lively, great for surfing or sunbathing.
• Galizano Beach (50 min): smaller, quiet and ideal for a family day out.
• Langre Beach (under 1h): a stunning cliff-lined beach popular with locals.

Family-Friendly activities:

• Enjoy a relaxed day in Alceda Park with picnic spots and playgrounds.
• Rent bikes and follow the Pas Greenway—a safe and scenic cycling route.
• Spend a full day at Cabárceno Nature Park (30 min away), one of Spain’s top wildlife parks.
• Visit Puente Viesgo's caves for a fascinating look into prehistoric life.

Make sure you try these local delicacies:

• Mountain stew ("cocido montañés"): a hearty Cantabrian favourite.
• “Sobaos” and “quesadas”, sweet pastries typical of the Pas Valley.
• Local goat cheese and artisan cured meats from nearby villages.
• Trout from the Pas River, served grilled or in stews.

Make the most of your visit:

• Puente Viesgo (15 min): famous for its spa and ancient cave paintings.
• Villacarriedo (10 min): a picturesque town with traditional charm and great dining options.
• Cabárceno Nature Park (30 min): explore wildlife in a semi-natural environment.
• Santander (45 min): combine a coastal city trip with culture and cuisine.