El Sardinero Travel Guide

Santander

A globe sculpture in a circular plaza with a patterned walkway, surrounded by grass and white spherical bollards.
A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a small island with buildings, and a clear blue sea.
A coastal walkway with red brick flooring, white railings, and red columns.
A coastal beach with clear turquoise waters, rocky cliffs, and lush greenery.
A beach with people sunbathing and swimming, a clear blue sky, and a calm sea.

Stay near popular El Sardinero attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in El Sardinero

Hotel Chiqui

Hotel Chiqui

3 out of 5
Avda. Manuel García Lago 9 Santander Cantabria
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £248 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
£248
9 Jul - 10 Jul
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! (899 reviews)
"Disfrutamos mucho nuestra estadia en el hotel, tener el mar y la playa del Sardinero enfrente es hermoso, solo sugeriríamos ampliar los horarios de la piscina en verano aunque sea una hora mas temprano y una hora mas tarde, ya que de 11 a 7 es justamente cuando uno esta fuera conociendo y fue una ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Hotel Chiqui
Dorma Sardinero

Dorma Sardinero

4 out of 5
Avenida Reina Victoria, 153 Santander Cantabria
The price is £137 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£137
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 12 restaurants and 4 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (661 reviews)
"Muy buen hotel , buena ubicación, muy buena atención , 100 puntos!"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Dorma Sardinero
Apartamentos Las Brisas

Apartamentos Las Brisas

3 out of 5
Fernández Castañeda, 17 Santander Cantabria
The price is £127 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
£127
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach apartment in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, on-site car hire and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions El Sardinero Beach and Santander ...
7.6/10 Good! (87 reviews)
"Calidad precio esta muy bien, pero los colchones estan en muy mal estado, muy hundidos por en medio, una noche es pasable pero para mas tiempo hubiese sido bastante malo para la espalda (bastante critico cambiar los colchones). Un ventilador que no hiciera tanto ruido tambien se agradeceria pero ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026

Apartamentos Las Brisas
Hotel Boutique Las Brisas

Hotel Boutique Las Brisas

1 out of 5
Calle La Brana, 14 Santander Cantabria
The price is £115 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£115
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions El Sardinero Beach and Santander Ferry ...
7.8/10 Good! (135 reviews)
"Great location. Lovely character. Easy check-in and checkout. Lots of free on street parking. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026

Hotel Boutique Las Brisas
Gran Hotel Sardinero

Gran Hotel Sardinero

4 out of 5
Plaza de Italia 1 Santander
Stay at this beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (472 reviews)
"Stunning! Building architecture is beautiful, location can’t be better just in front of the beach, and is a long beautiful beach great for walks and swimming. Attention was immaculate for sure if I come back to Santander for sure I will choose this hotel for sure."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Gran Hotel Sardinero
Hotel Santemar

Hotel Santemar

4 out of 5
C/ Joaquin Costa, 28 Santander Cantabria
The price is £146 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£146
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (990 reviews)
"overall, the whole facaility smelled strong cigarette."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Hotel Santemar
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Where to stay in El Sardinero

Find the best El Sardinero areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Santander City Centre

Travellers come to Santander City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Centro Botín and Santander Ferry Terminal while you're in town.

La Gándara

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

Cabildo de Arriba

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

Puertochico

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

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.



El Sardinero Travel Guide

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