Title: Puertochico Travel Guide: Best of Puertochico, Santander Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Puertochico](https://expedia.co.uk/Puertochico-Hotels.d553248634015641059.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)[Puertochico Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Puertochico.d553248634015641059.Car-Hire-Guide)[Puertochico Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Puertochico.d553248634015641059.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Puertochico Travel Guide ## Santander ![Santander_Puertochico_553248634015641059_04](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634015641059/1f34f6a8-6131-4473-ac03-a73098321359.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Santander_Puertochico_553248634015641059_04](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634015641059/1f34f6a8-6131-4473-ac03-a73098321359.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Monumento a Los Raqueros showing a bay or harbor, a statue or sculpture and outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532487519/20e97354-9891-47c9-918c-4ea73420985f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Monumento a Los Raqueros showing outdoor art, a bay or harbour and a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532487519/ce164aa7-6f5f-479c-9e1a-532c34634a3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Puertochico Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santander travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santander.dx3116) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Monumento a Los Raqueros showing a statue or sculpture, a bay or harbor and outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532487519/fb632a8a-410d-4417-a1bb-9db201c34535.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monumento a Los Raqueros Learn of the talented diving children who were forced to work and catch tips in their teeth in Santander Bay. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monumento-A-Los-Raqueros-Santander-City-Centre.d553248621532487519.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 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 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 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 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) ![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 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) ### 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 £39 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santander-the-caprice-of-gaudi.a49324954.activity-details) [See all activities in Santander](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santander.d3116.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Puertochico ![Hotel Vincci Puertochico](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/898600/898560/98ff3e20_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Vincci Puertochico Calle de Castelar, 25 Santander Cantabria £52 1 Mar - 2 Mar 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! (531 reviews) Everything was spotlessly clean but there was no hot water at 07:45 when I wanted a shower Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=898560&PinnedHotelID=898560&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634015641059) ![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 £67 22 Mar - 23 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 ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=562045&PinnedHotelID=562045&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634015641059) ![Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42550000/42548900/42548802/2d9b7134_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Paseo Menéndez Pelayo 44 Santander Cantabria £53 3 Mar - 4 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour business centre. Popular attractions Monumento a La Sardinera ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (134 reviews) It was an incredible experience! Director Daniel was a living definition of exceptional hospitality. We would return in a heartbeat. Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=42548802&PinnedHotelID=42548802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634015641059) ![Hotel Santemar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6300/6233/47aeaf77_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Santemar C/ Joaquin Costa, 28 Santander Cantabria £55 22 Mar - 23 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 ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=6233&PinnedHotelID=6233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634015641059) ![Ibis Styles Santander ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77950000/77943900/77943851/aefdd42a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ibis Styles Santander AVENIDA DE PARAYAS 2A Santander £48 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9/10 Wonderful! (407 reviews) Room great, breakfast copious, staff very helpful. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=77943851&PinnedHotelID=77943851&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634015641059) ![Eurostars Hotel Real](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28000/27918/3970845e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Eurostars Hotel Real Paseo Perez Galdos 28 Santander Cantabria £113 23 Mar - 24 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (607 reviews) Beautiful Hotel with friendly welcoming staff. Given an upgrade and room had a fabulous sea view, was very comfortable and lots of extras. Breakfast was superb with lots of choices in a pleasant garden room. Second time at this Hotel and would highly recommend it Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F03%2F2026&endDate=24%2F03%2F2026&selected=27918&PinnedHotelID=27918&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634015641059) [See all 1,289 properties in Puertochico](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248634015641059) 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. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX-NH_SPRING_PROMO_553248634015641059) ## Check Puertochico hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634015641059&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28)[27 Feb - 28 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634015641059&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634015641059&startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01)[28 Feb - 1 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634015641059&startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634015641059&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026)[27 Feb - 1 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634015641059&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Puertochico ![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 Casa Pombo might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santander-La-Gandara.dx553248634015641023) ![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 Cantabria Maritime Museum or Gran Casino del Sardinero. [](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 Gran Casino del Sardinero. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santander-San-Martin.dx553248634015649016) ![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 Museum of Prehistory and Archaeology of Cantabria and Casa Pombo 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santander-Cabildo-De-Arriba.dx553248634015640698) ![Visiting Santander, North Spain, this week](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3116/e09abb27-d071-4e75-9762-41921a12bec4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### El Sardinero While visiting El Sardinero, you might make a stop by sights like El Sardinero Beach and El Sardinero Stadium. 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