Penacastillo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Hotel Bahia
The best hotel in Santander, excellent location and one of the best breakfast I saw in life!!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Hotel Santemar
Lovely Hotel in a very convenient position for the beach and Restaurants.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Ibis Styles Santander
Good value
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Estudios Aranzazu
Surrounded by shops, small bars, restaurants and within very easy reach of a whole series of local bus lines taking you to the beaches.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Apartamentos Turísticos Bahía de Boó
Excellent location and comfortable apartment!
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Akla Hotel Suites Santillana
Difficult to locate, parking is a long walk away up and down cobble-stone streets, check-in is complicated, the apartment name is not as advertised, the nearby church bells sound on the hour. Given the cost and problems it is not good value for money - better to stay at the nearby Parador. Can fully ...
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2024
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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.

Mercado La Esperanza
Browse the eclectic range of Cantabrian food at the stalls spread across the two floors of this iconic market hall.

Centro Botín
You can browse the exhibits at Centro Botín, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Santander. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Activities

Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay

Guided tour in English of the center of Santander

Santander: The Caprice of Gaudí, Santillana and Redwood Forest

From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion



