Situated 150 metres from Santander’s Sardinero Beach and Casino, the Santemar features a Japanese garden and elegant rooms with air conditioning. It also offers a lounge with a flat-screen TV.
Gregory
United Kingdom
Not the type of hotel we usually stay in, as we tend to go for small, family owned properties but it was such a bargain - approx £65 a night for a double room including parking- that we decided to go for it. Great decision, beautiful hotel, friendly and helpful staff, large, well equipped and comfortable room. Parking was ideal, directly underneath the hotel with a pedestrian entrance straight up into the lobby. Can't comment on the restaurant as we ate at the restaurants nearby, just across the road and down towards the sea. There's a row of 4 or 5, and the 2 we ate in were excellent and great value too. For breakfast we ate at a beachfront cafe, again excellent food and good value. Not stayed in Sardinero before, and really enjoyed it. Lovely coastal walks in both directions. We headed towards the Cabo Mayor lighthouse, beautiful views. Just an easy 20 minute drive to the ferry terminal. Will definitely stay here again.
Hotel Chiqui offers great views of the Cantabrian Sea and El Sardinero Beach. Set by the sea and just 3 km from Santander Ferry Terminal, it features an infintiy pool overlooking the surroundings.
Situated next to Santander’s famous Sardinero Beach, this modern hotel offers wonderful views of the Cantabrian Sea. Free Wi-Fi, a minibar and satellite TV are included in each stylish room.
Gran Hotel Victoria is located between Santander's Gran Casino and the Magdalena Palace, just 100 metres from Sardinero Beach. All rooms have free Wi-Fi and private balconies, most with sea views.
Steve
United Kingdom
Central location. Parking and EV charging nearby. Short walk to all restaurants and attractions. Helpful staff. Clean spacious room with excellent shower etc.
This impressive palace-style building offers beautiful views over Santander Bay and El Sardinero Beach. It has a free gym and elegant, classic-style rooms with free Wi-Fi.
Graham
United Kingdom
Sadly the restaurant was full so we had to eat out
This luxurious 4-star hotel is located right by the beach, and only 400 metres from Magdalena Palace. It is within walking distance of the centre of Santander and the university.
Maria
United Kingdom
We have stayed here before and it is always very good in every way, staff, location, amenities, restaurant value for money. We will return
Located a 15-minute walk from Santander Ferry Port, this modern hotel offers a air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. Sardinero Beach is 2 km away.
The good-value City House Alisas is next to the ferry port in central Santander and has 24-hour reception. Santander train and bus stations are just 200 metres away.
Hotel Chiqui offers great views of the Cantabrian Sea and El Sardinero Beach. Set by the sea and just 3 km from Santander Ferry Terminal, it features an infintiy pool overlooking the surroundings.
The staff were very welcoming and friendly and helpful
Gran Hotel Victoria is located between Santander's Gran Casino and the Magdalena Palace, just 100 metres from Sardinero Beach. All rooms have free Wi-Fi and private balconies, most with sea views.
Very friendly staff, clean and very calm atmosphere.
Vincci Puertochico is situated just metres from Puertochico Marina, with fantastic views over Santander Bay. The soundproofed, air-conditioned rooms offer free WiFi.
Clean, comfortable, beautiful view from the window.
Set in a former cinema, this hotel features a unique façade and is located 500 metres from the Botin Centre in Santander. It offers free Wi-Fi and a bar-café.
exceptional is the only thing I can say in all areas
Situated 150 metres from Santander’s Sardinero Beach and Casino, the Santemar features a Japanese garden and elegant rooms with air conditioning. It also offers a lounge with a flat-screen TV.
Good location, very clean, decent size room, good gym.
Located a 15-minute walk from Santander Ferry Port, this modern hotel offers a air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. Sardinero Beach is 2 km away.
Great room for a couple and a dog .so clean and comfortable
The Abba Santander can be found in the centre of Santander just 100 metres from the train station and ferry port. There is a 24-hour reception and tourist information can be provided.
Friendly staff. Conveniently situated by the ferry port.
Overlooking Santander Bay and the city’s cathedral, Hotel Bahía offers free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour reception. Santander’s ferry terminal and main train and bus stations are just 200 metres away.
Great location. Near terminal for ferry to England
Hotel San Glorio is situated next to Santander Railway Station and close to the city’s ferry terminal. It features a restaurant, rooms with flat-screen TV’s and free Wi-Fi access throughout.
Very clean. Close to the bus station and amenities
This city-centre hotel is conveniently located between the Plaza de las Estaciones transport hub and the city’s charming, traditional fishing district.
Good location for ferry service and shops bars etc!
Hotel Bedoya is centrally-located. It is just 5 minutes’ walk from Santander railway station, and within 10 minutes’ walk of the bus station and ferry port.
It was a small space but very comfortable and welcoming.
Set in a 5000 m2 estate, this charming and traditional hotel is located 3km from Santander. Set in an elegant building, it offers comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi, large gardens and a terrace.
Very beautiful place, close to airport, good stuff
The good-value City House Alisas is next to the ferry port in central Santander and has 24-hour reception. Santander train and bus stations are just 200 metres away.
La gente de la recepción muy amable y todo correcto.
Located just 200 metres from Sardinero Beach, this boutique hotel offers elegant décor themed around different world cities. The stylish, air-conditioned rooms include free Wi-Fi, LED TV and a safe.
Very cosy hotel, nice location, very friendly and helpful staff
Located in Santander, 27 km from Santander Port, Helguera Palacio Boutique & Antique provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.
Staying here is what makes your holidays so unique!
Hotel Picos de Europa is set in the heart of Santander, just 600 metres from Santander Train Station. This small hotel offers comfortable rooms with free internet access.
Friendly, clean and in a great location near some lovely bars
Situated next to Santander’s famous Sardinero Beach, this modern hotel offers wonderful views of the Cantabrian Sea. Free Wi-Fi, a minibar and satellite TV are included in each stylish room.
Facing El Sardinero beach this hotel is fantastic.
Featuring spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi, Hotel Palacio del Mar is located 300 metres from Santander Beach. Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels feature in the hotel's simple, modern rooms.
Easy to get to by car, close to the ferry and to the centre.
Featuring 3-star accommodation, Citrea Santander is situated in Santander, 2.9 km from Playa Los Peligros and 1.9 km from Puerto Chico.
FAQs about hotels in Santander
On average, 3-star hotels in Santander cost HUF 38,930 per night, and 4-star hotels in Santander are HUF 45,535 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Santander can on average be found for HUF 92,285 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Santander this weekend is HUF 58,850 or, for a 4-star hotel, HUF 63,625. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Santander for this weekend cost on average around HUF 185,200 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs HUF 52,230 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Santander for tonight. You'll pay on average around HUF 59,835 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Santander will cost around HUF 144,475 (based on Booking.com prices).
Rolling Hills, Magnificent Gardens and Sandy Beaches
Situated on the north coast of Spain, the seaside city of Santander is the capital of Cantabria. This beautiful city has it all; from stunning beaches and green gardens to captivating museums and a bustling city centre.
Overlooking the lighthouse of the Mauro Island, the popular sandy beach of Sardinero is divided by the gardens of Piquio. These magnificent gardens feature Canarian palm trees, blue eucalyptus and colourful flower beds.
Located on the Magdalena Peninsula, the imposing Palacio de la Magdalena has a neoclassic French and English style. Wander around the green gardens and visit the small zoo; home to penguins, seals and other sea animals.
The Cathedral of Santander is a historic landmark in the city centre. Built between the 12th and 14th century, this historic monument consists of two Gothic churches. The Alameda de Oviedo Boulevard is a shopping paradise where you can find everything you need.
Enjoy a walk at the wide seaside promenade, where you will find a big selection of cafés and restaurants to choose from. Booking.com offers a variety of hotels, guest houses and apartments in the area. The international Santander Airport is the only one in Cantabria.
Santander is a beautiful place with stunning architecture.
Santander is a beautiful place with stunning architecture. The streets are spotlessly clean. We took the ferry to Samo and walked on the beach then had lunch. It cost just €6 return. Definitely try a selection of pinchos - tapas type snacks served on bread. They look like works of art and are perfect with a glass of Rioja. A visit/stay in Castro Urdiales is a must. 2 hours by bus. It is another stunning location. Mountains, harbour, beaches views and plenty of bars cafes to eat and drink. How can such a beautiful place be so cheap. (Far cheaper than Santander). This northern Spain coastline is wow.
Lucy
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Airport shuttle service easy to find and cheap.
Airport shuttle service easy to find and cheap. Many hostels near bus terminal and cheap dormitories. Beach within walking distance from bus terminal. Dog-friendly. As a single woman you can be out near bus terminal with no problems, felt safe. Local busses cheap. Bus to Bilbao only 7,70 Euros. I really enjoyed Santander.
Renate
10
Scored 10
An interesting place to relax and discover the culture of...
An interesting place to relax and discover the culture of the northern part of Spain, a safe city. Excellent cuisine famous for tapas/pintxos e.g. in the market in the city centre. Lots of parks and green spaces, friendly people. The Cabo Faro lighthouse is worth a visit, there are the beaches and their lively bustle, the Magdalena peninsula and the market in the centre of town, where you can enjoy a great meal. Lots of museums to visit.
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Anonymous
Slovakia
10
Scored 10
A handsome, friendly city which is undoubtedly underrated as...
A handsome, friendly city which is undoubtedly underrated as a destination. Safe, clean, lots of varied sights, beautiful coastal walks right from the city centre. Inexpensive! Superb prehistoric museum. Bring a jacket / umbrella, it's cooler and wetter than elsewhere in Spain. Note: it is a very monolingual area: other than in hotels and the occasional individual in a shop or cafe, most people there speak ONLY Spanish!
Nuthall
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
This was our 3rd visit to Santander in 12 months.
This was our 3rd visit to Santander in 12 months. For £31 per person return flights from the UK, it is cheaper than staying at home.
Santander is a vibrant, fun and energetic city with plenty to occupy any visitor. The food options are to many to count and the bars are fun and friendly through the evening.
Steve
United Kingdom
2.0
Scored 2.0
I saw lots of reviews recommending this town.
I saw lots of reviews recommending this town. It was not for me. The planetarium, which many raved about? Closed. Has been closed for a while, actually. And apparently when it was open, it wasn't open to walk-ins. Tour groups only, pre-booked, minimum of 5 people.
Many restaurants were reservation only, actually. Many more were closed.
Saw my first homeless tent encampment ten minutes after arriving in the city. Graffiti everywhere. So many ATMs on Google maps, marked closed. Shops closed or going out of business. "Rebajas" signs everywhere. So many multi-lingual beggars.
Lots of smashed windows, sadly. The town looked like some of the worse areas of other cities I've been to, but all over. Even the church, which was recommended as a very nice building, had homeless and beggars in it. I was there on Sunday (so many things closed) and Monday. For a place supposedly well known for it's meals of fresh fish, mine was bland at best. For a Spanish town, surprisingly few tapas places.
We have stayed in Hotel Bahia a few times and always book any time we travel to Santander. Clean and comfortable bedroom with fantastic views over the bay. Polite, friendly and professional reception staff. Bar staff gave excellent drinks service. Lovely public areas. Hotel is located across from ferry terminal and within a few minutes walk of city centre. The Sardinero Beach area is a 30 minute walk along a beautiful promenade. There are plenty of buses if you dont want to walk. We will book Hotel Bahia the next time we travel to Santander.
What an amazing hostel! We loved the staff - super helpful. Great location (opposite the bus station, few steps from airport bus), super clean, cozy relax room with kitchen well equipped. Simple breakfast included (surprise!), with a great coffee. Electric plug, lamp and charger near your bed, only for you. Simply all we needed. Cheerful atmosphere, unique!
It was our last night stay on our vacation, so nice experience. We leave Spain with tears in our eyes, thanks to jamon and this hostel! Thank you, we'll come back soon!
A boutique hotel indeed, very small, but perfect for a short stay. Very comfortable and quiet, great facilities, immaculately clean. Parking was easy to find. The hotel is a 2 minute walk to a beautiful beach, and about a 10 minute drive to the ferry terminal. Theresa suggested a fish restaurant about 20 mins walk from the hotel, which was a fantastic experience. Also, the route takes you through an old tunnel under part of Santander. And a good selection for breakfast in the morning.
Lovely view of the beach. All staff at the hotel were very friendly and a good breakfast. The location was perfect for the beach. Bus stop very close to the hotel to go into the centre of Santander (€1.30) There are some great restaurants and bars near the hotel. The area prides itself for it's excellent food.
Cheap flight from Birmingham with Ryan Air which took only 1 hour 40 min and a 25 min taxi journey, great for a long weekend away.
The location of this hotel is excellent, fantastic views of the sea, a very comfortable place to relax, but also buses and taxis nearby to get you into the city within minutes. The staff were amazing, very helpful and always had a smile on their face. The food here was great particularly dinner, great choices of local dishes. We cannot wait to return to the Gran Hotel Victoria and Santander again, a truly beautiful place.
Our room was clean, comfortable, and well decorated. The bathroom was large and roomy with a walk-in shower. The hotel staff were very welcoming and helpfully guided us on things to do and see in Santander. The hotel's location was excellent with beaches, bars and restaurants practically on the door-step. The Sandiero beaches were delightful. Thoroughly recommend staying at this hotel.
Very central hotel right in the middle of Santander. Hosted in a historic building, but the rooms are nice and modern. Staff were friendly and helpful with various things for my trip. Breakfast was held in another airy room and made for a nice morning in the middle of Santander. Around the area there's plenty of shops, bars and restaurants, the good beaches are a bus/boat ride away.
The hotel has a great location by El Sardinero beach, good access, easy parking, good rooms with great sea views, an excellent restaurant and provides a generous breakfast buffet. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Absolutely excellent and highly recommended for an overnight or longer stay in Santander. For UK visitors it is a ten minute drive to the ferry port.
The location was great. The hotel is nice you feel the history of the place. But I wouldn’t say it’s a 5 stars GL. The service is not 5 stars GL. Rooms are clean, big but a bit outdated. Showers were recently renovated and very nice and comfy, really liked it. The breakfast was good. The view from our room was stunning ! This is something we really enjoyed.
Good, reasonably priced hotel with friendly receptionist staff. The room is a decent size with a clean bathroom and great water pressure in the shower. Super close to the train and bus stations as well as the art museum. Not too far from the beach if you don't mind the walk. Lots of cafes and restaurants around.
Fantastic little hotel in a great location between the beach and the town. Had its own little pool which was an extra bonus after a hot day sightseeing. All the staff were so friendly and helpful and went above and beyond to make our weekend break in Santander exceptional.
I have stayed at this hotel since I was younger. It's been recently renovated and it's very nice. Rooms and bathrooms very big and comfortable.
Employees are super nice and service always top notch.
Also the location is just perfect.
This hotel is centrally located and has excellent service. The reception staff was very professional. They treated us like royalty. I would definitely recommend this hotel when staying in Santander.
The staff were awesome!! Had an issue with parking which was totally unrelated to the hotel but they solved the problem for us!! Room was very comfortable and we loved all the pillows 💕
Located near Santander Airport ( this was the location we needed) early departure flight. Hotel exceeded our expectations, comfortable, super clean, great facilities, excellent service
one of the nicest places i stayed in my month in spain. the owner is very genuine and you can tell he puts a lot of time into making you feel at home. i wouldn’t hesitate to book
The entire experience was absolutely wonderful. Lucinda was so pleasant and friendly as well. I would highly recommend this dwelling to anyone looking to stay in Santander.
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