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

Santander City Centre
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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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 AU$293 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$293
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & 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! (1,007 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 AU$320 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$320
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & 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! (893 reviews)
"Espectacular"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Hotel Santemar
Ibis Styles Santander

Ibis Styles Santander

3 out of 5
AVENIDA DE PARAYAS 2A, Santander
The price is AU$258 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$258
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santander. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (344 reviews)
"Basic but very clean. Close to ferry port but located adjacent to busy road. Approx 45min walk to beaches. Good value for basic accommodation with good breakfast"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 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 WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
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
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! (188 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 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 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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