La Portilla is an elegant manor house that was built in 1871, per request of the Marquis of Lamadrid, Claudio López y López, brother of the first Marquis of Comillas. Located in Comillas, Cantabria, the house is reborn with the sixth generation of owners opening its doors to offer a unique experience to all those who wish to stay a few days in this spectacular mansion.
Welcome to Comillas. Welcome to La Portilla.
The house, interiors and gardens
La Portilla has 34 beds (2 of them extra) distributed across 16 bedrooms, 7 of which are suites with en-suite bathrooms, while the rest are shared bathrooms: 7 double rooms, 1 room with 3 beds and 1 single room. In total, there are 11 bathrooms and 2 half-baths. Additionally, it has multiple common spaces such as the Japanese Room, the dining room, and the garden, with centuries-old horse chestnut trees that make this place ideal for summer meals and all kinds of celebrations throughout the year.
An old house located in an exceptional place, with all the history and charm of Comillas
La Portilla was designed by one of the greatest Catalan architects, José Oriol Mestres, who also participated in other projects commissioned by the Marquis of Comillas during those years.
In the summers of 1881 and 1882, Antonio López made Comillas fashionable, hosting the royal family, who stayed at La Portilla and other grand and important houses like Ocejo and El Llano.
Today, La Portilla remains the property of the direct descendants of the Marquis of Lamadrid, Claudio López y López, and they have decided to open the doors of this spectacular house so that it can be enjoyed…
Celebrations and Events
Activities
La Portilla is located in an exceptional spot for all kinds of sports and cultural activities. Near Comillas, you can find some of the most important prehistoric caves in Europe, such as Altamira. The Lebaniego and Santiago pilgrimage routes pass through these lands, famous for their lush vegetation and exquisite gastronomic products.
The waves of the Cantabrian Sea are a training ground for many surfers, and the expansive beaches are a favorite for walkers. Along the trails to the peaks, you can spot eagles and bears, and each season of the year offers its own unique colors. La Portilla is near three of the most beautiful golf courses in Spain: Pedreña, Oyambre, and Santa Marina. Santander is just 40 minutes from Comillas, where a wide range of cultural offerings can be found.
