Title: El Sardinero Travel Guide: Best of El Sardinero, Santander Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in El Sardinero](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Sardinero-Hotels.d953381461273247744.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Santander](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Santander.d3116.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santander](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santander.d3116.Travel-Guide-Activities)[El Sardinero Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-El-Sardinero.d953381461273247744.Car-Hire-Guide)[El Sardinero Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Sardinero.d953381461273247744.Holidays-City-Breaks) # El Sardinero Travel Guide ## Santander ![El Sardinero](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3116/e09abb27-d071-4e75-9762-41921a12bec4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![El Sardinero](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3116/63b98ddc-867d-4158-a8f4-a22c0b02fa05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![El Sardinero](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532487534/5d70b060-2536-49b3-87c1-6b485886d5ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![El Sardinero](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121563/e348bb22-17ad-4620-b3ab-99323b824074.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![El Sardinero](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532487534/a44bfc77-269c-4711-b28e-d76943fb371f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit El Sardinero Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santander travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santander.dx3116) --- ### Popular places to visit ![B13GPH gran casino del sardinero santander cantabria espana casino de santander cantabria spain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532487532/7551e7d7-70e7-4587-b43a-06ec227e8015.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gran Casino del Sardinero 4/5(5 reviews) Why not roll the dice with a visit to Gran Casino del Sardinero during your travels in Santander? Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gran-Casino-Del-Sardinero-El-Sardinero.d553248621532487532.Attraction) ![Jardines de Piquio](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532487534/5d70b060-2536-49b3-87c1-6b485886d5ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jardines de Piquio Delight in the colors and scents of a public garden that sits above two beaches. Enjoy the stellar views of the Atlantic Ocean. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jardines-De-Piquio-El-Sardinero.d553248621532487534.Attraction) ![Santander_SantanderFerryTerminal_6163274_08](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6163274/5e6a0d9f-ae56-40ef-b8a1-72f745db0780.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santander Ferry Terminal 3.5/5(11 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Santander with a trip to Santander Ferry Terminal. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santander-Ferry-Terminal-Santander-City-Centre.d6163274.Attraction) ![Palacio de la Magdalena](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6122416/1e14cc3c-80ba-4f9a-b553-6229c4ab4f74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Palacio de la Magdalena 4/5(6 reviews) Experience the ostentatious splendor of a palatial home where members of the Spanish royal family used to take their summer vacations. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Palacio-De-La-Magdalena-Santander.d6122416.Attraction) ![Santander Cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6122412/52831eb6-1b1b-469d-acac-ce3da106eab4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santander Cathedral 4.5/5(11 reviews) This fortress-like building is actually two churches combined and stands on a pile of Roman ruins. Inside, see religious works of art and sacred relics. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santander-Cathedral-Santander-City-Centre.d6122412.Attraction) ![Banco Santander](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562487822/ae2729da-25b7-4779-9c63-7bfc70a721fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Banco Santander 4/5(2 reviews) Consider the importance of this institution in the banking world while you marvel at the building’s vast hole through which vehicles pass. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Banco-Santander-Santander-City-Centre.d553248621562487822.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4845658/fedba751-598a-4c17-a62c-109f0a5ea7e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay £13 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santander-1-hour-city-cruise-around-the-bay.a4845658.activity-details) ![Obregón: Parque de la Naturaleza de Cabárceno Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46450648/87c535dd-12fc-4e26-ad86-5685e92164c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Obregón: Parque de la Naturaleza de Cabárceno Entry Ticket £22 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/obregon-parque-de-la-naturaleza-de-cabarceno-entry-ticket.a46450648.activity-details) ![Tour to Capricho de Gaudí Santillana del Mar and Redwood Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49324954/997e3d4c-5eb9-46e7-8f49-96c84bbd4d70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santander: The Caprice of Gaudí, Santillana and Redwood Forest £43 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santander-the-caprice-of-gaudi.a49324954.activity-details) ![Picture 10 for Activity From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4512925/ae91c41a-fe4a-4d4d-90fb-f235b0715fa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion £72 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-santander-or-torrelavega-soplao-cave-excursion.a4512925.activity-details) ![from Santander: Fascinating Saint Sebastian of Garabandal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4553328/3b38aa53-64d6-446c-95d3-fdfd8ee670aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### from Santander: Fascinating Saint Sebastian of Garabandal £59 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-santander-fascinating-saint-sebastian-of-garabandal.a4553328.activity-details) ![Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4845658/fedba751-598a-4c17-a62c-109f0a5ea7e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay £13 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santander-1-hour-city-cruise-around-the-bay.a4845658.activity-details) [See all activities in Santander](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santander.d3116.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in El Sardinero ![Hotel Chiqui](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18500/18421/3938137f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Chiqui Avda. Manuel García Lago 9 Santander Cantabria 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! (867 reviews) Nice hotel, check in staff haven't got a clue Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=18421&PinnedHotelID=18421&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=953381461273247744) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=18421&PinnedHotelID=18421&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=953381461273247744) ![Gran Hotel Sardinero](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24500/24435/efe6dc60_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gran Hotel Sardinero 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 ... [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=24435&PinnedHotelID=24435&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=953381461273247744) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=24435&PinnedHotelID=24435&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=953381461273247744) ![Dorma Sardinero](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1450000/1442200/1442115/689ab4e5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dorma Sardinero Avenida Reina Victoria, 153 Santander Cantabria £62 26 Apr - 27 Apr 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! (622 reviews) Room is modern, well equipped (safe, fridge, kettle, usb sockets) and smart. It is quite small - but adequate. Hotel is situated on sea front with excellent views from sea-facing rooms. We usually find on- street car parking close by. Good range of bars and restaurants close by. Bus to city centre ... Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=1442115&PinnedHotelID=1442115&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=953381461273247744) ![Hotel Boutique Las Brisas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3009100/3009064/b0bfb07e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Boutique Las Brisas Calle La Brana, 14 Santander Cantabria £46 13 Apr - 14 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Santander Ferry Terminal and El Sardinero ... 7.8/10 Good! (132 reviews) Hotel rooms were way too small, the breakfast was bad, no elevator and my room was on the 3rd floor. I have knee problems and it eeally affected me. Bathroom toilet had a slanted roof on top of it and no one can fit to use it. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=3009064&PinnedHotelID=3009064&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=953381461273247744) ![Apartamentos Las Brisas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3430000/3429800/3429763/c811b4a6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apartamentos Las Brisas Fernández Castañeda, 17 Santander Cantabria £42 13 Apr - 14 Apr 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 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=3429763&PinnedHotelID=3429763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=953381461273247744) ![Le Petit Boutique Hotel - Adults Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17830000/17829500/17829409/974d75d1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Le Petit Boutique Hotel - Adults Only Avenida de Los Castros, 10 Santander £77 7 Apr - 8 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this boutique hotel in Santander. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check El Sardinero hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=953381461273247744&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28)[27 Mar - 28 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=953381461273247744&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=953381461273247744&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29)[28 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=953381461273247744&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=953381461273247744&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=953381461273247744&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around El Sardinero ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tetuán Notable for its beaches, shopping and waterfront views, Tetuán is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Santander. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Chico Port or Cantabria Maritime Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santander-Tetuan.dx553248634015640692) ![San Martín](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532487531/583e1a72-8118-4473-a9a7-b37791425f00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### San Martín Notable for its beaches, shopping and waterfront views, San Martín is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Santander. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Cantabria Maritime Museum or Chico Port. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santander-San-Martin.dx553248634015649016) ![Santander_Puertochico_553248634015641059_04](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634015641059/1f34f6a8-6131-4473-ac03-a73098321359.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santander-Puertochico.dx553248634015641059) ![La Gándara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532487519/dbce94da-596c-4e55-ab16-1090f59400ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Plaza de Pombo might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santander-La-Gandara.dx553248634015641023) ![Santander City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562487822/ae2729da-25b7-4779-9c63-7bfc70a721fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santander-Santander-City-Centre.dx553248633937780725) ![Santander_CabildodeArriba_553248634015640698_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634015640698/34226231-51c2-4a8d-9763-e5d6f5131247.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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