Asturias

• Asturias coast, near Ribadesella
  The 11-room Aldea del Trasgu **
  is a delightful and typically Spanish hotel, 2 km from the sea, 5 from the town of Ribadesella and 2km from the A8 motorway exit 319. Friendly owners, very quiet location with plenty of atmosphere; home-made croissants for breakfast
• Asturias hills, Coviella, near Ribadesella
  The Hotel Rural Coviella *** 
  12 kilometres from the coast, this rural hotel stands in spacious grounds, with views to the Picos de Europa. Its  restaurant serves tocal dishes.
• Picos de Europa, Asturias
   €  The hotel Torrecerredo ** 
  is just outside a small village in the hills between the Picos and the coast. A great peaceful location in this part of "green Spain", with plenty of hiking and seaside opportunities within easy reach. English speaking proprietor. Good value for money, spacious rooms, wonderful views, and a warm and friendly environment.
• Covadonga - Picos de Europa national park
   €  The Casa Asprón  ** 
  is a traditional stone house in a rural setting near Covadonga : it is a small b&b hotel with seven rooms, offering excellent value. Very friendly and helpful hosts, excellent breakfasts. Hiking trails from the door; an excellent base from which to discover the national park.
• Asturias coast, near Cudillero - seaside location
   €   The Hotel Azpiazu ** 
    This 14-room hotel is just 100 metres from one of the beautiful beaches that characterise the north coast of Spain. Rural location between forests and sea. Restaurant serving local produce and dishes. 15 minutes from Asturias airport (served by several low-cost airlines). 
• Asturias mountains - Somiedo
   €   The Hotel Corona del Auteiro ** 
    Small 6 bedroom hotel in the alpine-like scenery of the Someido nature reserve, one of the most sparsely populated parts of Spain. Bar, restaurant, fireplace, a cosy atmosphere.

Galicia

• Galicia - near northwest tip of Spain
  The Castano Dormilon *
  is located in a very rural setting in the remote northwest tip of Spain. 11 rooms in this lovely small hotel converted out of an old schoolhouse. Visitors particularly note the warm friendly welcome, the tasteful renovation, and the absolutely calm environment. Restaurant, ensuite rooms, free wifi, gardens . Facilities for the disabled.
• Galicia - Santa Mariña near northwest tip of Spain
  The Casa de Trillo *
  is in a hamlet in the remote northwest tip of Spain. This country house inn has 6 rooms and a restaurant serving local produce and local specialities. The hotel is certified for ecological tourism by Ecoagroturismo , and is a member of the World slow food association. Free wifi, gardens . 
• Galicia - west coast  - 60 km s.w. of Santiago
  The * Hotel Rustico-Teixoeira
    is a delightful small hotel located in the stunning and heritage-rich area close to the Corrubedo dunes natural park. Lots of fine and largely deserted beaches close by. The hotel gets top ratings from visitors, for friendliness, cleanliness, room size and breakfasts. Just five rooms

Cantabria

•  Barros, south of Santander
  The Posada Real La Montañesa *** is a charming and welcoming good-value guest-house with 12 bedrooms, a short distance from exit 172 on the A67 motorway (to southern Spain, Portugal) 40 km south of Santander. It is a 17th century house with traditional features, and gardens and lovely views. Restaurant close by.
• Palentina mountains, near A 67 motorway
  The Posada Molino La Vega
  is in a quiet mountain location an hour from Santander, near the village of Reinosilla, south of Reinosa, 7 miles from A67 motorway. This  former water mill has five rooms and a restaurant, and is set in spacious grounds. Very good reviews.

Basque country

• Basque coast, between San Sebastian & Bilbao
  The Zubieta hotel *** stands among gardens in a quiet location in the small Basque seaside town of  Lekeitio. The comfortable and tastefully decorated hotel is in an 18th century building. 24 rooms or suites. A delightful location for relaxing or exploring the Basque country
• Basque coast, Getaria
  The Saiaz Getaria Hotel ** 20 km west of San Sebastian. In the historic village of Getaria, this hotel is in an impressive fifteenth century house overlooking the sea. Some rooms with sea view. Choice of restaurants close by.
• Basque country, Bergara, AP1 motorway
   €  The ** Ormazabal Hotel is in a 17th century building in the small historic town of Bergara, 2 km from exit 8 of AP1 motorway. A comfortable and clean hotel with a pleasant indoor-outdoor eating area, and lounge. Plenty of character and charm, friendly owners. Free Wi-Fi; good value for money. Convenient stop-off point on route from sw France to Portugal, Madrid and southern Spain.
• Basque country, near Azpeitia
  The  Hotel Larrañaga * sited in a historic building, is a classic small hotel with 8 rooms, and a restaurant serving local fare. Plenty of character, and friendly staff. In the countryside 3km from the small town of Azpeitia with its railway museum and steam railway. Between A1, AP1 and AP8 motorways.

Navarre & Rioja

• .Yesa
  
  € The  Hotel Monasterio de Leyre Four star quality at this exceptional ** hotel in a historic working Benedictine monastery in the mountains east of Pamplona. Very good restaurant. Overlooking a lake, the monastery is a haven of peace and quiet, and visitors can discreetly attend morning mass conducted in Gregorian chant. 7 k off A21 motorway.
• .Tudela
  
  €€€The  Hotel Aire de Bardenas **** is a distinctive modern hotel in a stunning wide open location at the edge of the Bardenas Reales regional park, one of Europe's only areas of desert. Its 22 rooms include some quirky pod accommodation. Restaurant, spa and pool. For a memorable stay 
• .Puente de la Reina
   €   The  Hotel Rural El Cerco * An ancient building carefully and tastefully restored in the small medieval walled town of Puente de la Reina. 10 comfortable rooms, restaurant serving local produce. Very good value. 2 km off A12 southwest of Pamplona 
• Rioja wine country
  La Capellanía is an attractive boutique hotel in listed building in the historic centre of the small town of San Asensio. Large lounge, terrace, 8 rooms. English and French spoken. The hotel can organise wine-tasting trips and other local visits, including bike and horse rides. Wifi.