We loved our stay at the Parador in Limpias. If you haven't encountered Parador hotels before, they are a series of historic properties restored into hotels, found throughout Spain. This Parador is a restored 18th century mansion built by a Spanish nobleman. The stone building is elegant and romantic, with a comfortable café at reception, a manicured courtyard, and an excellent restaurant on site. The rooms are spacious, with modern floor to ceiling glass windows that make for an unforgettable view of the countryside. Parking is available on-site, and the grounds include nice walking paths to a nearby river. We had a car and used Limpias as our home base to explore Laredo, Bilbao, and other Basque country treasures. Highly recommend!