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Overview
Located in the small town of Ribamontan al Mar, Playa de Somo is a two-mile-long, wide, beige-colored sand, and crescent-shaped beach that is situated at the mouth of a river named Rio de Castanedo. Also known as Playa de Somo Beach, Playa de Somo features great views of the lighthouse on Mauro Island that was built in 1860.
Amenities
Playa de Somo welcomes dogs off leash and offers many amenities including lifeguards, showers, water sport equipment rentals, handicap accessible features, and a surf school.
Activities
There are many fun
activities at Playa de Somo including swimming, surfing, sunbathing, and
beach walking.
Parking
Getting to Playa de Somo is very easy – the beach’s paid parking lot named Parking Playa de Somo is located at C. las Quebrantas, 39140 Somo and is within walking distance to the beach.
Attractions
If you are looking for attractions near Playa de Somo, you can drive 35 minutes to Parque Cabo Mayor that is located at 39012 Santander, Cantabria and offers amazing views of the Bay of Santander, cliffs with hiking trails, and a lighthouse with an art gallery. Palacio de la Magdalena is a palace that was built in 1911 as a seasonal residence for the royal family of Spain and has been the setting for the Spanish television series Gran Hotel. Mirador De Los Tranquilos is located at Bo. el Bosque, 92-98, 39160, Cantabria and features wooden benches that offer amazing views of the Bay of Biscay. Another great attraction near Playa de Somo is Parque de Matalenas that is located at Av. del Faro, 12, 39012 Santander, Cantabria, has a playground, and is a great spot for picnicking and clicking Instagram-worthy pictures.
Restaurants
If you get hungry, there are many restaurants within a two-minute drive of Playa de Somo. The Asian restaurant Kintsugi Noodle Bar has a nice menu that includes spring rolls, pumpkin curry, coconut rice, basil chicken, salmon rolls, and crab meat noodles. Surf Garden serves sandwiches, tapas, tortillas, coffee, and beer. Enuno features risotto, salmon, pad Thai, sushi, desserts, cocktails, and wine. Another good restaurant near Playa de Somo is Estanbul Kebab - Comida Turcas that is located at En, C. el Puntal, 39140 Somo and offers kebabs, salads, grilled salmon, and gyro meat along with special items for vegans.
Hotels
If you are looking for a hotel near Playa de Somo, you can drive 28 minutes to the 4-Star Bahia Hotel that offers a lounge and restaurant. Hotel Torres de Somo is a 4-Star hotel featuring a pool, bar, and restaurant. If you are looking for affordable hotels near Playa de Somo, the 3-Star La Posada de Somo has a nice café – and Arena Surf Hotel is a 2-Star pet-friendly hotel with a restaurant.
Basic Details
Playa De Somo - Beach Map
Top Traveler Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Surf through our FAQs to help you find your perfect beach!
Does Playa De Somo have parking? If so, is it free or paid?
No, this Beach does not have dedicated parking but has street parking near the entrance.
Does Playa De Somo have lifeguards?
No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.
Is Playa De Somo a family-friendly beach?
No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.
Is Playa De Somo good for swimming?
No, this Beach is not generally considered a good swimming beach.
Does Playa De Somo have restrooms?
No, this Beach does not have restrooms on or near the beach.
Is Playa De Somo a nude beach?
No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.
Is there food near Playa De Somo?
No, this Beach does not have nearby food options - please plan your beach day accordingly.
What are the activities at Playa De Somo?
No, this Beach is not known for any activities in particular.
Does Playa De Somo have accommodations for people with disabilities?
No, this Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.
Is Playa De Somo a dog-friendly beach?
No, this Beach is not dog-friendly.
Is Playa De Somo good for surfing?
No, this Beach is not generally considered to be good for surfing.
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