Santander - Cantabrian Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

El Sardinero Beach showing rocky coastline, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Santander - Cantabrian Coast
Santander - Cantabrian Coast
Parque de Matalenas featuring a river or creek and a garden
El Sardinero Beach showing rocky coastline, a beach and general coastal views

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 Jardines de Pereda and Plaza Porticada while you're in town.

Santander City Centre
El Sardinero Beach which includes heritage elements, a coastal town and general coastal views

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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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.

Cabildo de Arriba
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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 Chico Port or Bay of Biscay might round out your trip.

Puertochico

Ontón

While visiting Ontón, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and Ensenada de Berrón.

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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 £161 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
£161
per night
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Great hotel close to ferry
"Lovely hotel very close to the ferry port with a very good restaurant. Parking available but recommend pre-booking if possible"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Hotel Bahia
Hotel Santemar

Hotel Santemar

4 out of 5
C/ Joaquin Costa, 28, Santander, Cantabria
The price is £127 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
£127
per night
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (896 reviews)
"Steps from The beach"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Hotel Santemar
Hotel Chiqui

Hotel Chiqui

3 out of 5
Avda. Manuel García Lago 9, Santander, Cantabria
The price is £144 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
£144
per night
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (814 reviews)
"Lovely staff and hotel. Would highly recommend"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

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 ...
7/10 Good! (233 reviews)
"The accommodation was very good for the price, location was quite central and it had a 24h reception."

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2023

Estudios Aranzazu
Apartmentos Santander Maliaño Suites 3000

Apartmentos Santander Maliaño Suites 3000

3 out of 5
Calle Alday, 39, Camargo, Cantabria
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Camargo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cabarceno Natural Park and Santander Ferry ...
6.6/10 (16 reviews)
"The booking process is quite confusing. I booked with PayPal for 3 installment payment. Which initial deduction was made buy when i reached Spain, they required the full balance before tjey allowed me to check in. I was informed later that the money will be refunded, is been 5days now without any ..."

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025

Apartmentos Santander Maliaño Suites 3000
Apartamentos Boutique Don Miguel

Apartamentos Boutique Don Miguel

3 out of 5
C. las Higueras 6, Noja, Cantabria
Stay at this 3-star condo in Noja. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Marqués del Albaicín Museum and Playa de Candado ...
8/10 Very Good! (2 reviews)
"Todo muy nuevo, muy bonito y completo."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Apartamentos Boutique Don Miguel
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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