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 ![Visiting Santander, North Spain, this week](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3116/e09abb27-d071-4e75-9762-41921a12bec4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Visiting Santander, North Spain, this week](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3116/e09abb27-d071-4e75-9762-41921a12bec4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![One of a cool spot in santander. Vista desde arriba del piquio.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3116/63b98ddc-867d-4158-a8f4-a22c0b02fa05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Jardines de Piquio which includes a coastal town and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532487534/5d70b060-2536-49b3-87c1-6b485886d5ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![El Sardinero Beach featuring a beach, rocky coastline and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121563/e348bb22-17ad-4620-b3ab-99323b824074.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 which includes a coastal town and general coastal views](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 which includes a park, a house and heritage architecture](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) ![Banco Santander showing heritage architecture](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) ![Santander Cathedral which includes heritage architecture](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) ### Things to do ![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) ![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) ![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 £59 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-santander-or-torrelavega-soplao-cave-excursion.a4512925.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 £39 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santander-the-caprice-of-gaudi.a49324954.activity-details) ![Bay of Santander](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49391123/96798abc-ceea-45e0-bc73-2210834410cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private visit to Santander £152 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-visit-to-santander.a49391123.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 ![Dorma Sardinero](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1450000/1442200/1442115/54fef224_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dorma Sardinero Avenida Reina Victoria, 153 Santander Cantabria £61 10 Feb - 11 Feb 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 ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (612 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=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=1442115&PinnedHotelID=1442115&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=953381461273247744) ![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 £62 10 Feb - 11 Feb 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (860 reviews) Tea and coffee needed in rooms to make you feel welcome Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=18421&PinnedHotelID=18421&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=953381461273247744) ![Hotel Boutique Las Brisas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3009100/3009064/43b7db74_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Boutique Las Brisas Calle La Brana, 14 Santander Cantabria £49 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions El Sardinero Beach and Jardines de ... 7.8/10 Good! (131 reviews) Highly recommend. This hotel is amazing value. It's got views of the sea from the terrace, the breakfast is really good - scrambled eggs with bacon, sausages, cold cuts, 3 different types of bread for toast, fresh tomato, plenty of pastries, espresso as well as americano coffee. The room was cozy, nicely decorated, ... Reviewed on 19 Nov 2022 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=3009064&PinnedHotelID=3009064&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=953381461273247744) ![Le Petit Boutique Hotel - Adults Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17830000/17829500/17829409/4b53c253_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Le Petit Boutique Hotel - Adults Only Avenida de Los Castros, 10 Santander £61 11 Feb - 12 Feb 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 ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews) A well earned rest! Fabulous location, near to the beach and other facilities, easy to park free of charge! Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=17829409&PinnedHotelID=17829409&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=953381461273247744) ![Hotel Bahia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/562100/562045/58d989aa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Bahia C/ Cádiz, 22 Santander Cantabria £65 3 Mar - 4 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! (1,000 reviews) Really friendly and helpful staff Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=562045&PinnedHotelID=562045&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=953381461273247744) ![Hotel Costa Cántabra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6110000/6101400/6101314/b39402fe_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Costa Cántabra Calle Tejiro, 5 Argonos Cantabria Stay at this hotel in Argonos. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Marshes of Santoña, Victoria and Joyel Natural ... 6.4/10 (60 reviews) Nice hotel shame about the town It is a a good budget hotel. The rooms are clean,tidy and a good size.There is limited parking on site but plenty nearby. No bar or restaurant and the wifi is limited to downstairs. The town offers very little and the only cafe serving food wàs a burger bar. 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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) ![Cantabria Maritime Museum featuring marine life and interior views](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) ![Monumento a Los Raqueros featuring a river or creek, outdoor art and a statue or sculpture](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 Chico Port might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santander-La-Gandara.dx553248634015641023) ![Banco Santander showing heritage architecture](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 Plaza Méjico or Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Consolacion might round out your trip. 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