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!

An unforgettable adventure awaits at Cabárceno Park

Cabárceno is far more than a park and nothing like a traditional zoo. Here, animals live in semi-freedom across more than 750 hectares of natural landscape. It’s an experience that goes beyond words, you simply have to live it.

What’s included? If you choose this deal with park admission, get ready for an epic day:

• Full-day access: 1 ticket per person, valid for the day after your arrival.
• Unlimited cable car rides: glide above the park and enjoy breathtaking views of animals like bears and elephants from a unique panoramic perspective.
• Digital tickets: you will receive your tickets on your mobile phone the day before your visit. Simply show your QR code at the entrance and step straight into the adventure.

Check the opening hours here so you don’t miss a single moment of the experience.

Please note that, to guarantee your place, once your booking is confirmed tickets cannot be changed or refunded. Secure your date and get ready for an unforgettable day in the wild.

The Power of Water: Immerse Yourself in the Thermal Pools of Alceda

Your holiday includes free access to a unique wellness experience: the outdoor thermal pools of the Alceda Spa, one of them covered.

An inexhaustible spring: Feel the force of nature flowing beneath your feet. Every day, more than 3 million liters of pure thermal water rise from the spring, ensuring constant renewal and exceptional natural hygiene.

Perfect temperature: Enjoy a soothing immersion at a steady 26.8°C. The ideal balance for deep, unhurried relaxation, as the warm water gently embraces your body.

Beauty and health from within: Thanks to its rich mineral composition, chlorinated and sulfurous waters, your body experiences immediate relief. The perfect ally to renew your skin, support breathing and ease muscle tension.

Much more than a bath: It is a ritual of lightness that resets your body and calms your mind.

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.