Posada, Asturias
Province of Asturias · Asturias · Spain · 1,608 residents · on the coast
Posada is a seaside village in Province of Asturias, Asturias, Spain, home to around 1,608 people. There are 12 notable places to see in and around town, including Playa de Gulpiyuri and Playa de San Antolín. The nearest airport is Asturias (OVD), about 1 h 25 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Playa de Gulpiyuri, Playa de San Antolín and Cuevas del Mar Beach.
- On the coast, with 9 named beaches nearby.
- Best weather from July to September: the warmest and driest part of the year.
- Easy to reach: Asturias (OVD) is 60 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Posada
Ranked by how well known they are.
1beach
2beachPlaya de San Antolín
1 mile from the centre · Photo
3beach
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6cave
7palacePalace of la Espriella en Villahormes
2 miles from the centre · Photo
cultural property in Llanes, Spain
8beachPlaya La Huelga y Playa de la Canalina
2 miles from the centre · Photo
Playa de San Antonio
beach · 3 miles from the centre
Playa de Pestaña
beach · 1 mile from the centre
Coberizas cave
cave · In the centre
Playa de Villanueva
beach · 5 miles from the centre
Playa de Villanueva
beach · 4 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in Posada
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Posada can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Posada
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for July to September.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Posada and the villages around it is a hire car from Asturias (OVD), about 1 h 25 min away.
Best time to visit Posada
July to September: the warmest and driest part of the year.
- 14°CJan238 mm
- 14°CFeb130 mm
- 16°CMar115 mm
- 17°CApr85 mm
- 18°CMay141 mm
- 21°CJun105 mm
- 23°CJul67 mm
- 24°CAug97 mm
- 22°CSept152 mm
- 22°COct158 mm
- 18°CNov184 mm
- 15°CDec187 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14°C | 7°C | 238 mm | 6 h |
| Feb | 14°C | 8°C | 130 mm | 7 h |
| Mar | 16°C | 9°C | 115 mm | 9 h |
| Apr | 17°C | 11°C | 85 mm | 10 h |
| May | 18°C | 12°C | 141 mm | 11 h |
| Jun | 21°C | 16°C | 105 mm | 10 h |
| Jul | 23°C | 18°C | 67 mm | 11 h |
| Aug | 24°C | 18°C | 97 mm | 10 h |
| Sept | 22°C | 17°C | 152 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 22°C | 15°C | 158 mm | 7 h |
| Nov | 18°C | 12°C | 184 mm | 7 h |
| Dec | 15°C | 9°C | 187 mm | 6 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Asturias (OVD)60 miles, about 1 h 25 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Santander (SDR)52 miles, about 1 h 14 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Bilbao (BIO)98 miles, about 2 h 20 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 14 h 8 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Santander (53 miles), Bilbao (92 miles).
Posada is good for
Around Posada
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Posada worth visiting?
Yes. Posada is known for Playa de Gulpiyuri, Playa de San Antolín and Cuevas del Mar Beach, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Posada?
July to September, with the warmest and driest part of the year.
How do I get to Posada from the UK?
Fly to Asturias (OVD), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 25 min by road. Santander (SDR) is an alternative, 52 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 14 h 8 min.
Is Posada good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Posada?
Llanes (5 miles), Ribadesella (10 miles), Comillas (29 miles) and San Vicente de la Barquera (23 miles) are all within an hour or so.