Santander - Cantabrian Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Where to stay in Santander - Cantabrian Coast

Banco Santander featuring heritage architecture

Santander City Centre

Travellers come to Santander City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Casa Pombo and Plaza Porticada while you're in town.

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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.

La Gándara
El Sardinero Beach which includes general coastal views, a coastal town and a sandy beach

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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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
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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 Plaza Méjico or Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Consolacion might round out your trip.

Cabildo de Arriba
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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 NZ$149 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
NZ$149
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
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! (1,001 reviews)
The best hotel in Santander, excellent location and one of the best breakfast I saw in life!!

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Hotel Bahia
Hotel Santemar

Hotel Santemar

4 out of 5
C/ Joaquin Costa, 28 Santander Cantabria
The price is NZ$119 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
NZ$119
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (943 reviews)
Lovely Hotel in a very convenient position for the beach and Restaurants.

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Hotel Santemar
Ibis Styles Santander

Ibis Styles Santander

3 out of 5
AVENIDA DE PARAYAS 2A Santander
The price is NZ$120 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
NZ$120
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
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! (397 reviews)
Good value

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Ibis Styles Santander
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 ...
7.2/10 Good! (243 reviews)
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

Estudios Aranzazu
Akla Hotel Suites Santillana

Akla Hotel Suites Santillana

3 out of 5
Plaza de las Arenas 3 Santillana del Mar CB
Stay at this apartment in Santillana del Mar. Enjoy free breakfast and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Popular attractions Museum of the Inquisition and Torre de Don Borja ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (25 reviews)
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

Akla Hotel Suites Santillana
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 ...
7/10 Good! (19 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
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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