Santander - Cantabrian Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

El Sardinero Beach showing rocky coastline, a sandy beach and general coastal views
El Sardinero Beach showing rocky coastline, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Jardines de Piquio showing a beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people
Matalenas Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach
Parque de Matalenas featuring a river or creek and a garden

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Where to stay in Santander - Cantabrian Coast

Banco Santander showing heritage architecture

Santander City Centre

4.5/5(21 area reviews)

Travellers come to Santander City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Casa Pombo and Jardines de Pereda while you're in town.

Santander City Centre
Monumento a Los Raqueros featuring a river or creek, outdoor art and a statue or sculpture

La Gándara

The pristine beaches and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to La Gándara. A stop by Plaza de Canadio or Casa Pombo might round out your trip.

La Gándara
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El Sardinero

While visiting El Sardinero, you might make a stop by sights like El Sardinero Beach and Jardines de Piquio.

El Sardinero
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Puertochico

The pristine beaches and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Puertochico. A stop by Bay of Biscay or Chico Port might round out your trip.

Puertochico
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Cabildo de Arriba

The beaches and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Cabildo de Arriba. A stop by Plaza Méjico or Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Consolacion might round out your trip.

Cabildo de Arriba
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Castilla-Hermida

Beaches and waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Castilla-Hermida. Make a stop by top sights like La Marga Park while you're exploring the area.

Castilla-Hermida
Hotel Bahia

Hotel Bahia

4 out of 5
C/ Cádiz, 22 Santander Cantabria
The price is £63 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
£63
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
The showerhead in the room was loose so wasnt easy to use. The breakfast was okay but the scrambled eggs had a funny taste. The. Iews from the hotel room were good but the wallpaper was peeling in a few places.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Hotel Bahia
Hotel Santemar

Hotel Santemar

4 out of 5
C/ Joaquin Costa, 28 Santander Cantabria
The price is £51 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
£51
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Santemar
Hotel Chiqui

Hotel Chiqui

3 out of 5
Avda. Manuel García Lago 9 Santander Cantabria
The price is £66 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
£66
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (864 reviews)
Nice hotel, check in staff haven't got a clue

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Hotel Chiqui
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Estudios Aranzazu

Estudios Aranzazu

2 out of 5
Mies del Valle, 4 Santander Cantabria
Stay at this aparthotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
7.2/10 Good! (252 reviews)
Small, but perfect kitchen for a few nights' stay.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Estudios Aranzazu
Apartamentos Alday

Apartamentos Alday

3.5 out of 5
Calle Gutiérrez Solana 39, Maliano Camargo
Stay at this apartment in Camargo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Santander Ferry Terminal and Cabarceno Natural Park ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (86 reviews)
Nice apartment, comfortable bed and very clean.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Apartamentos Alday
Apartamentos Las Brisas

Apartamentos Las Brisas

3 out of 5
Fernández Castañeda, 17 Santander Cantabria
Stay at this beach apartment in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, on-site car hire and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Santander Ferry Terminal and Palacio ...
7.6/10 Good! (82 reviews)
Santander stop over
We stayed here for 1 night on our way back to the UK by ferry to Plymouth. The apartment has 1 separate bedroom with a double bed and 1 single sofa bed. In the living room there are 2 single beds. There is also a kitchen with a washing machining. There are 2 restaurants conveniently located below ...

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2021

Apartamentos Las Brisas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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