Santander - Cantabrian Coast

Travel Guide

El Sardinero Beach showing rugged coastline, general coastal views and a coastal town
Jardines de Piquio showing a beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people
Matalenas Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach
Parque de Matalenas featuring a garden and a river or creek
El Sardinero Beach featuring rocky coastline, a beach and general coastal views

Where to stay in Santander - Cantabrian Coast

Banco Santander featuring heritage architecture

Santander City Centre

5/5(19 area reviews)

Santander City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Plaza Porticada or Centro Botín.

Santander City Centre
El Sardinero Beach featuring a sandy beach, 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
This very high statue of a woman looking through a telescope in central Santander is called Into the future

Cabildo de Arriba

The pristine beaches and captivating 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
Monumento a Los Raqueros showing a statue or sculpture, a bay or harbor and outdoor art

Puertochico

The beaches and 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

If you're spending some time in Ontón, Bay of Biscay and Ensenada de Berrón are top sights worth seeing.

Ontón
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Porrúa

Pristine beaches and captivating waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Porrúa. Make a stop by top sights like Iglesia de las Salesas Reales while you're exploring the area.

Porrúa
Hotel Bahia
Hotel Bahia
4 out of 5
C/ Cádiz, 22, Santander, Cantabria
$200 nightly
The price is $221 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$221 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Santander. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"A charming hotel with good views over the bay and port. Well situated, a short distance from both the train station and ferry terminal. Everything in walking distance, including good coffee shops and eateries."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Hotel Bahia
Hotel Santemar
Hotel Santemar
4 out of 5
C/ Joaquin Costa, 28, Santander, Cantabria
$212 nightly
The price is $233 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$233 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (888 reviews)
"Espectacular"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Hotel Santemar
Eurostars Hotel Real
Eurostars Hotel Real
5 out of 5
Paseo Perez Galdos 28, Santander, Cantabria
$341 nightly
The price is $376 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$376 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santander. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (559 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Excellent service."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Eurostars Hotel Real
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 WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7/10 Good! (232 reviews)
"The accommodation was very good for the price, location was quite central and it had a 24h reception."

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2023

Estudios Aranzazu
Apartamentos Turísticos Bahía de Boó
Apartamentos Turísticos Bahía de Boó
2 out of 5
Calle Prosperidad No. 36 A y B, El Astillero, Cantabria
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in El Astillero. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Cabarceno Natural ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (186 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Apartamentos Turísticos Bahía de Boó
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 WiFi, 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 Mar 10, 2025

Apartmentos Santander Maliaño Suites 3000
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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