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Your Santander Holiday

Well known for its rich history and coastal scenery, Santander is a fantastic getaway destination. Book one of our Santander holiday packages and immerse yourself in all that this exciting city has to offer. If your trip to Santander includes a little sightseeing, take in major attractions such as Palacio de la Magdalena, Santander Cathedral and Somo Beach. A couple of quick clicks is all it takes to create your ideal Santander holiday on Expedia.

Our guide on where to stay in Santander

Find the best Santander areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Santander
Banco Santander showing heritage architecture

Santander City Centre

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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

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Santander Holiday

Santander Essential Information

Language
Spanish
Currency
Euros
Local Welcome
¡Hola!
Local Goodbye
Adiós
Closest Airport
Santander Airport (SDR)
Population
182,700
Max Temp Winter
13ºC
Max Temp Summer
21ºC
Top Sights
Cabarceno Natural Park, Palacio de la Magdalena and Santander Cathedral

Our pick of the best Santander Hotel Deals

Hotel Santemar
Hotel Santemar
4 out of 5
C/ Joaquin Costa, 28, Santander, Cantabria
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$133 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$133
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
8.6/10 Excellent! (863 reviews)
Hotel
"Very nice hotel, staff were efficient and friendly. Amenities were excellent, rooms clean and well maintained."

Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2025

Hotel Santemar
Hotel Bahia
Hotel Bahia
4 out of 5
C/ Cádiz, 22, Santander, Cantabria
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$161 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$161
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Good very convinient."

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2025

Hotel Bahia
Hotel Chiqui
Hotel Chiqui
3 out of 5
Avda. Manuel García Lago 9, Santander, Cantabria
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$272 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$272
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
8.8/10 Excellent! (780 reviews)
"Great hotel, very friendly and helpful. The hotel very clean and welcoming. Good place to stay if you're waiting for the ferry back to England. Only a short drive to the ferry port."

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2025

Hotel Chiqui
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Santander

Palacio de la Magdalena which includes a house, heritage architecture and a park

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.

Palacio de la Magdalena
Santander Cathedral which includes heritage architecture

Santander Cathedral

4/5(1 review)

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.

Santander Cathedral
Cantabria Maritime Museum showing marine life and interior views

Cantabria Maritime Museum

Come face to face with undersea creatures and learn about the local fishing industry and its traditions at this fascinating museum.

Cantabria Maritime Museum

What to do in Santander

Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay

Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay

AU$26
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay
Cantabria: El Castillo Caves & Paleolithic Art

Cantabria: El Castillo Caves & Paleolithic Art

AU$151
per adult
Cantabria: El Castillo Caves & Paleolithic Art
From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion

From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion

AU$121
per adult
From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion
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