What is the water and sand quality of the Playa de las Arenas?

The beachline of Playa de las Arenas is covered with light pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.

What are the key activities at Playa de las Arenas?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa de las Arenas, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Playa de las Arenas good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Playa de las Arenas does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.So the overall recommendation of the Playa de las Arenas for swimming is positive.

Is the Playa de las Arenas good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Playa de las Arenas secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Playa de las Arenas is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Playa de las Arenas?

Playa de las Arenas can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Campers (caravans / tent) </li><li>Beachgoers with pets</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa de las Arenas?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa de las Arenas.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante Bateau is the closest place located 1300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Playa de las Arenas?

There are 210 places to stay in the Playa de las Arenas area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa de las Arenas include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2294016&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">La Casona de Molleda</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=690782&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Canal</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1076191&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Muriances</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8789650&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Vivienda Vacacional Casa Borbolla</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1960491&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa Rural Del Valle Obeso</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9709153&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">La Carriella</a></li></ul>

How far is the Playa de las Arenas from parking?

The Playa de las Arenas has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Playa de las Arenas?

There are 4 attractions near Playa de las Arenas that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Acantilados San Emeterio located in 2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa de las Arenas (Cantabria) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Playa de las Arenas (Cantabria) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Playa de las Arenas for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.

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Photo of Playa de las Arenas with very clean level of cleanliness

Playa de las Arenas

Las Arenas Beach

Bustio, Spain

7.3

#58 out of 80 in Cantabria 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Light pebble Pebbles bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Pechon • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Playground Parque Infantil

1.3km

Playground Parque Infantil (en restaurante gasolinera)

2.1km

Playground Parque Infantil

2.1km

Playground Castrón de Santiuste

5.3km

Playground MiniRamp

8.5km

Playground Zona de Juegos Infantil

9km

Playground Área infantil

9km

Hiking Area Extremo oriental de Asturies

1.5km

Hiking Area Cascada Santa Tina

1.5km

Park Encinar de San Emeterio

1.9km

Park Remansona de Bustio Park

2km

Park infantil y paseo de la ría Park

2.1km

Park Plaza de Pimiango

2.5km

Park Prellezo

4.9km

Hiking Area Senda peatonal costera en Prellezo PR-S 252

5km

Park José Gutiérrez Fernández

5.2km

Restaurant Restaurante Bateau

9.4 - Excellent 1.2km

Restaurant Parrilla El Fogón en Pechon

8 - Very good 1.3km

Restaurant Mesón El Castril

8.6 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant Cafe Bar La Cambera

9.4 - Excellent 1.6km

Restaurant Restaurante La Corbata

8.8 - Excellent 2.1km

Pizza Restaurant Pizzeria Bras

8.8 - Excellent 2.1km

Coffee Shop Corbatas Pindal - Cafetería Pindal 2

8.8 - Excellent 2.1km

Coffee Shop Casa Canal Casa Fundadora De Las Corbatas De Unquera

8.8 - Excellent 2.1km

Cafe Hostal Rio Deva II

8.2 - Very good 2.2km

Store Estanco María Begoña Gestera Alvarez

2.1km

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

2.1km

Supermarket Supermercado

2.2km

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

2.2km

Supermarket Supermercados Dia

2.3km

Supermarket El Correo

3.1km

Supermarket José De Diego Arguelles

3.3km

Supermarket Carrefour Express EESS

4.6km

Supermarket Minymas supermarkets segundi

8.7km

Tourist Attraction Acantilados San Emeterio

9.6 - Exceptional 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Ermita de San Emeterio

8.6 - Excellent 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Pozo Cebollera

3.1km

Museum Indiano Archive Foundation

3.2km

Tourist Attraction Casas Indianas Colombres

8.8 - Excellent 3.4km

Tourist Attraction Puente de piedra

3.7km

Tourist Attraction Cueva

5.1km

Tourist Attraction Iglesia de San Andrés

9.6 - Exceptional 5.1km

Tourist Attraction Playa Secreta de Santiuste

5.6km

Historical Landmark Cave Pindal

2km

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About

Playa de las Arenas is located on the Cantabrian Sea and it is in the 58th place out of 80 beaches in the Cantabria region 57.1 km away from its center, the city of Santander. It is one of the beaches of Pechon settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

Located within the settlement

Pechon • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Playground Parque Infantil

1.3km

Playground Parque Infantil (en restaurante gasolinera)

2.1km

Playground Parque Infantil

2.1km

Playground Castrón de Santiuste

5.3km

Playground MiniRamp

8.5km

Playground Zona de Juegos Infantil

9km

Playground Área infantil

9km

Hiking Area Extremo oriental de Asturies

1.5km

Hiking Area Cascada Santa Tina

1.5km

Park Encinar de San Emeterio

1.9km

Park Remansona de Bustio Park

2km

Park infantil y paseo de la ría Park

2.1km

Park Plaza de Pimiango

2.5km

Park Prellezo

4.9km

Hiking Area Senda peatonal costera en Prellezo PR-S 252

5km

Park José Gutiérrez Fernández

5.2km

Restaurant Restaurante Bateau

9.4 - Excellent 1.2km

Restaurant Parrilla El Fogón en Pechon

8 - Very good 1.3km

Restaurant Mesón El Castril

8.6 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant Cafe Bar La Cambera

9.4 - Excellent 1.6km

Restaurant Restaurante La Corbata

8.8 - Excellent 2.1km

Pizza Restaurant Pizzeria Bras

8.8 - Excellent 2.1km

Coffee Shop Corbatas Pindal - Cafetería Pindal 2

8.8 - Excellent 2.1km

Coffee Shop Casa Canal Casa Fundadora De Las Corbatas De Unquera

8.8 - Excellent 2.1km

Cafe Hostal Rio Deva II

8.2 - Very good 2.2km

Store Estanco María Begoña Gestera Alvarez

2.1km

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

2.1km

Supermarket Supermercado

2.2km

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

2.2km

Supermarket Supermercados Dia

2.3km

Supermarket El Correo

3.1km

Supermarket José De Diego Arguelles

3.3km

Supermarket Carrefour Express EESS

4.6km

Supermarket Minymas supermarkets segundi

8.7km

Tourist Attraction Acantilados San Emeterio

9.6 - Exceptional 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Ermita de San Emeterio

8.6 - Excellent 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Pozo Cebollera

3.1km

Museum Indiano Archive Foundation

3.2km

Tourist Attraction Casas Indianas Colombres

8.8 - Excellent 3.4km

Tourist Attraction Puente de piedra

3.7km

Tourist Attraction Cueva

5.1km

Tourist Attraction Iglesia de San Andrés

9.6 - Exceptional 5.1km

Tourist Attraction Playa Secreta de Santiuste

5.6km

Historical Landmark Cave Pindal

2km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

2.1km from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Unquera - Cantabria in Aliezo

Entire Apartment

Pesues • 2.6km from center

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2.2km from the beach

7.9 Very good

Hotel Canal

Hotel

Pesues • 2.8km from center

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2.4km from the beach

8.6 Excellent

Apartamento Unquera - Cantabria

Entire Apartment

Pesues • 3.1km from center

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2.7km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

Casa Rural Del Valle Obeso

Entire Apartment

Colombres • 4.2km from center

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3km from the beach

8.5 Excellent

La Casona de Molleda

Hotel

Pesues • 3.5km from center

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3km from the beach

9.3 Excellent

Muriances

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Colombres • 3.7km from center

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3.1km from the beach

9 Excellent

Casa Elvira

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Pechon • 3.5km from center

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3.3km from the beach

La Carriella

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Pechon • 4.5km from center

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3.3km from the beach

8.6 Excellent

Valbanera

Hotel

Colombres • 4.6km from center

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3.6km from the beach

9 Excellent

Vivienda Vacacional Casa Borbolla

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Pechon • 4.8km from center

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3.6km from the beach

8 Very good

Las Raucas

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Pechon • 4.9km from center

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3.9km from the beach

8.8 Excellent

Casa Balmori El Peral

Entire House

Colombres • 5.3km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

Popular beach 460m 6 min walk

Pechon Beach Pechon Playa

7.7 Very good

900m 12 min walk

Playa de Pechon

5.9 Pleasant

1.5km 19 min walk

Playa Aramal

7.4 Good

2km

Playa de Amio

8 Very good

3.9km

Playas de Mendia

6.7 Good

4.6km

Playa el Vivero

6.8 Good

Popular beach 5.4km

Barnejo-Berrellin Beach Playa de Barnejo-Berrellin

7.7 Very good

5.4km

La Franca Beach Playa de la Franca

8.8 Excellent

Localities

Nearest

Pechon • 1.7km

Main locality of province

Santander • 57.1km

Transport

Airport

SDR • 55.7km

Bus Station

[UNQUERA] Estación FEVE Unquera [CTA 07179] • 2.1km

Train Station

Unquera • 2.1km

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Average Reviews rating

7.3 Good

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7.3 Good

Marc van Dam

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

My favorite beach for 50 years. Quiet, good surf, nice rocks. You need to like gravel, this is no sandy beach. Unless you are at the camp site, it is a 2km walk from the Village, but it is worth it.

Rihard K

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Beautiful beach, with rocks and caves. You can spot crabs 🦀 if you look closely.

Nano Gomez

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

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Elena De Miguel

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

It is accessed via a tree-lined path. Another wonder of nature in Cantabria. Of course, it is small and the sea is the Cantabrian Sea, no joke.

abejaruc

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Busy but worth it, views, tranquility, time. The campsite gives you the option to go down to the beach and park with sea views.

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Playground Parque Infantil

Playground Parque Infantil (en restaurante gasolinera)

Playground Parque Infantil

Playground Castrón de Santiuste

Playground MiniRamp

Playground Zona de Juegos Infantil

Playground Área infantil

Hiking Area Extremo oriental de Asturies

Hiking Area Cascada Santa Tina

Park Encinar de San Emeterio

Park Remansona de Bustio Park

Park infantil y paseo de la ría Park

Park Plaza de Pimiango

Park Prellezo

Hiking Area Senda peatonal costera en Prellezo PR-S 252

Park José Gutiérrez Fernández

Restaurant Restaurante Bateau

Restaurant Parrilla El Fogón en Pechon

Restaurant Mesón El Castril

Restaurant Cafe Bar La Cambera

Restaurant Restaurante La Corbata

Pizza Restaurant Pizzeria Bras

Coffee Shop Corbatas Pindal - Cafetería Pindal 2

Coffee Shop Casa Canal Casa Fundadora De Las Corbatas De Unquera

Cafe Hostal Rio Deva II

Store Estanco María Begoña Gestera Alvarez

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

Supermarket Supermercado

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

Supermarket Supermercados Dia

Supermarket El Correo

Supermarket José De Diego Arguelles

Supermarket Carrefour Express EESS

Supermarket Minymas supermarkets segundi

Tourist Attraction Acantilados San Emeterio

Tourist Attraction Ermita de San Emeterio

Tourist Attraction Pozo Cebollera

Museum Indiano Archive Foundation

Tourist Attraction Casas Indianas Colombres

Tourist Attraction Puente de piedra

Tourist Attraction Cueva

Tourist Attraction Iglesia de San Andrés

Tourist Attraction Playa Secreta de Santiuste

Historical Landmark Cave Pindal

About

Pechon, Cantabria,

Playground Parque Infantil

Playground Parque Infantil (en restaurante gasolinera)

Playground Parque Infantil

Playground Castrón de Santiuste

Playground MiniRamp

Playground Zona de Juegos Infantil

Playground Área infantil

Hiking Area Extremo oriental de Asturies

Hiking Area Cascada Santa Tina

Park Encinar de San Emeterio

Park Remansona de Bustio Park

Park infantil y paseo de la ría Park

Park Plaza de Pimiango

Park Prellezo

Hiking Area Senda peatonal costera en Prellezo PR-S 252

Park José Gutiérrez Fernández

Restaurant Restaurante Bateau

Restaurant Parrilla El Fogón en Pechon

Restaurant Mesón El Castril

Restaurant Cafe Bar La Cambera

Restaurant Restaurante La Corbata

Pizza Restaurant Pizzeria Bras

Coffee Shop Corbatas Pindal - Cafetería Pindal 2

Coffee Shop Casa Canal Casa Fundadora De Las Corbatas De Unquera

Cafe Hostal Rio Deva II

Store Estanco María Begoña Gestera Alvarez

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

Supermarket Supermercado

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

Supermarket Supermercados Dia

Supermarket El Correo