El Sardinero Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A globe sculpture in a circular plaza with a patterned walkway, surrounded by grass and white spherical bollards.
A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a small island with buildings, and a clear blue sea.
A coastal walkway with red brick flooring, white railings, and red columns.
A coastal beach with clear turquoise waters, rocky cliffs, and lush greenery.
A beach with people sunbathing and swimming, a clear blue sky, and a calm sea.

Stay near popular El Sardinero attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best El Sardinero Hotel Deals

Hotel Chiqui

Hotel Chiqui

3 out of 5
Avda. Manuel García Lago 9 Santander Cantabria
The price is AU$221 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$221
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (905 reviews)
"Loved the hotel.Comfortable beds. Nice views. Parking is a challenge.Hotel has limited spaces and street parking is difficult due to competing with beach goers"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Hotel Chiqui
Dorma Sardinero

Dorma Sardinero

4 out of 5
Avenida Reina Victoria, 153 Santander Cantabria
The price is AU$265 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
AU$265
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Dorma Sardinero
Gran Hotel Sardinero

Gran Hotel Sardinero

4 out of 5
Plaza de Italia 1 Santander
The price is AU$309 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$309
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (474 reviews)
"El hotel está bastante bien ubicado y recientemente renovado. Es un muy buen 4 estrellas. El problema es que nosotros pagamos 500 euros por la noche y claramente no lo vale. Si hubiera pagado 200 estaría tranquilo."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Gran Hotel Sardinero
Apartamentos Las Brisas

Apartamentos Las Brisas

3 out of 5
Fernández Castañeda, 17 Santander Cantabria
The price is AU$175 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$175
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach apartment in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, on-site car hire and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions El Sardinero Beach and Santander ...
7.6/10 Good! (90 reviews)
"Perfect location for travellers wanting beach access in minutes. Sight seeing bus stop around the corner. Supermarket very close. Housekeeper was excellent. Advise travellers to check the room type and amenity. We paid for a kitchen: freezer door missing, no tea cups, no kettle, no toaster!!!! Maintenance ..."

Reviewed on 11 July 2026

Apartamentos Las Brisas
Hotel Boutique Las Brisas

Hotel Boutique Las Brisas

1 out of 5
Calle La Brana, 14 Santander Cantabria
The price is AU$154 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$154
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions El Sardinero Beach and Santander Ferry ...
7.8/10 Good! (136 reviews)
"Great location. Lovely character. Easy check-in and checkout. Lots of free on street parking. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on 12 June 2026

Hotel Boutique Las Brisas
Hotel Santemar

Hotel Santemar

4 out of 5
C/ Joaquin Costa, 28 Santander Cantabria
The price is AU$280 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$280
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Loved the location of this hotel. Beach is within a couple minutes walk, also there are some great restaurants and coffee nearby. It’s also really close to the tunnel to walk into the city center. The staff were very kind and helpful as well."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Hotel Santemar
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Our guide on where to stay in El Sardinero

Find the best El Sardinero areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

La Gándara

The pristine beaches and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to La Gándara. A stop by Chico Port or Centro Botín might round out your trip.

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.

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.

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.



El Sardinero Travel Guide

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