Arenas de Cabrales Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A holiday in Arenas de Cabrales is much more than cheese: it is a stop along the way, contact with nature, sport and historical heritage.

Arenas de Cabrales is a parish of the Asturian municipality of Cabrales. With fewer than 1,000 inhabitants, it is the ideal destination for getting away from it all and connecting with nature and oneself. If you also want to visit this oasis of peace, read on to book ourcheap trips to Arenas de Cabrales.

The parish of Arenas de Cabrales is a perfect gateway to the Peaks of Europe, and in fact more than half of the territory of Cabrales is part of this national park. Wherever you look, you will see rivers and mountains. One of them is the Naranjo de Bulnes, at an altitude of 2519 metres, which makes it the second highest of the Peaks of Europe. Will you dare climb to its peak? It is clear that it is not a route suitable for people with vertigo, but the feat of reaching the top and finding yourself surrounded by clouds is very worthwhile.

As you can imagine, theholiday packages in Arenas de Cabralesare ideal for those who seek a more active form tourism. At the Peaks of Europe, apart from climbing up and down them as many times as you want, you can also go rafting, white water rafting or canoeing, or even paragliding. And, of course, you have several perfect routes to go mountain biking.

If you are looking for something more relaxed, no problem! Arenas de Cabrales also stands out for the austere architecture of its civil and religious buildings, such as the Church of Santa María de Llas, which was declared a historical-artistic monument. Built on another medieval church, this place of worship is framed in the rural Asturian Gothic style.

Book your flight and hotel to Arenas de Cabralesnow and enjoy a few days of rest. Asturias Airport is the nearest at less than 87 miles away. You can take A-8 or N-634. If you use public transport, go to Oviedo and from there take a direct bus to your destination. With Expedia, you always decide.

Hotel Mestas

Hotel Mestas

1 out of 5
Carretera de Arangas s/n Cabrales Oriente de Asturias
The price is £42 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
£42
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cabrales. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Cueva el Cares and Ruta'l Quesu y la Sidra are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (41 reviews)
"Las Arenas proved to be the ideal location for us to explore Picos de Europa National Park. This hotel is also great for leaving the car parked and walking into the village for an evening meal and a drink at the end of the day. Plenty of parking spaces around the hotel and a little cafe 2 minutes ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Hotel Mestas
Hotel Naranjo De Bulnes

Hotel Naranjo De Bulnes

2 out of 5
Carretera General s/n Cabrales Asturias
The price is £60 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£60
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cabrales. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Cueva el Cares and Ruta'l Quesu ...
Hotel Naranjo De Bulnes
Hotel Villa de Cabrales

Hotel Villa de Cabrales

2 out of 5
Carretera General, sn Cabrales Asturias
The price is £62 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£62
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cabrales. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Cueva el Cares and Ruta'l Quesu y la Sidra are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (39 reviews)
"We stayed here one night before starting a 3-day trek in Picos de Europa. The hotel was charming, clean and comfortable, the staff was really helpful, and there was free parking across the street where we were able to leave our car during our trek. Las Arenas is a cute mountain town, and everything ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Hotel Villa de Cabrales
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
24A03 Apartment in Arenas de Cabrales

24A03 Apartment in Arenas de Cabrales

Arenas de Cabrales
Stay at this apartment in Cabrales. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Cueva el Cares and Ruta'l Quesu y la ...
8/10 Very good! (1 review)
"El sitio maravilloso, el apartamento más grande de lo que esperábamos. Tiene un supermercado justo debajo y otro a 2 minutos andando. Ahora lo malo: oíamos los ruidos de los otros pisos, las indicaciones para llegar y acceder al apartamento lamentables, la bañera estaba muy sucia y el resto del apartamento ..."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

24A03 Apartment in Arenas de Cabrales
ARENAS SUITES APARTAMENTOS

ARENAS SUITES APARTAMENTOS

3 out of 5
Pob. San Roque Potes Cantabria
Stay at this apartment in Potes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Torre del Infantado and Territorio Canopy are located nearby.
ARENAS SUITES APARTAMENTOS
Apartamentos Los Picos de Europa

Apartamentos Los Picos de Europa

3.5 out of 5
Calle de las Armas Cillorigo de Liebana Cantabria
Stay at this apartment in Cillorigo de Liebana. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a garden. Popular attractions Millennial Chestnuts of Cillorigo de ...
Apartamentos Los Picos de Europa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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