The rooms at Hostal Esmeralda have heating, traditional décor, soft lighting, TV, telephone and desk.
The on-site restaurant has a fireplace, which in winter provides a cosy atmosphere, and serves traditional Spanish cuisine. You can also have a drink at the bar and order a packed lunch.
Hostal Esmeralda is just 400 metres from Antoni Gaudí's El Capricho building. Sobrellano Palace is a 10-minute walk away. You can go hiking or cycling in the nearby Oyambre Nature Reserve.
The property is a 20-minute drive from historic Santillana del Mar and a 45-minute drive from Santander.