Santander - Cantabrian Coast

Travel Guide

El Sardinero Beach showing rugged coastline, general coastal views and a coastal town
Jardines de Piquio showing a beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people
Matalenas Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach
Parque de Matalenas featuring a garden and a river or creek
El Sardinero Beach featuring rocky coastline, a beach and general coastal views

Where to stay in Santander - Cantabrian Coast

Banco Santander featuring heritage architecture

Santander City Centre

5/5(19 area reviews)

Santander City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Plaza Porticada or Centro Botín.

Santander City Centre
Monumento a Los Raqueros showing a statue or sculpture, a bay or harbor and outdoor art

Puertochico

The beaches and 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
This very high statue of a woman looking through a telescope in central Santander is called Into the future

Cabildo de Arriba

The pristine beaches and captivating 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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Cazoña

Beaches and waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Cazoña. Make a stop by top sights like Parque del Doctor Morales while you're exploring the area.

Cazoña
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Porrúa

Pristine beaches and captivating waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Porrúa. Make a stop by top sights like Iglesia de las Salesas Reales while you're exploring the area.

Porrúa
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Castilla-Hermida

Pristine beaches and captivating 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 Santemar
Hotel Santemar
4 out of 5
C/ Joaquin Costa, 28, Santander, Cantabria
The price is SAR 289 per night from May 11 to May 12
SAR 289
SAR 318 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
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! (866 reviews)
Hotel
"Very nice hotel, staff were efficient and friendly. Amenities were excellent, rooms clean and well maintained."

Reviewed on 19 March 2025

Hotel Santemar
Hotel Bahia
Hotel Bahia
4 out of 5
C/ Cádiz, 22, Santander, Cantabria
The price is SAR 350 per night from May 11 to May 12
SAR 350
SAR 386 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Good very convinient."

Reviewed on 25 April 2025

Hotel Bahia
Hotel Chiqui
Hotel Chiqui
3 out of 5
Avda. Manuel García Lago 9, Santander, Cantabria
The price is SAR 501 per night from May 12 to May 13
SAR 501
SAR 551 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Santander. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (781 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 April 2025

Hotel Chiqui
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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! (176 reviews)
"Apartamento limpio y trato cordial."

Reviewed on 19 April 2025

Apartamentos Turísticos Bahía de Boó
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! (227 reviews)
"The accommodation was very good for the price, location was quite central and it had a 24h reception."

Reviewed on 23 October 2023

Estudios Aranzazu
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 Santander Ferry Terminal and Cabarceno ...
6.8/10 (14 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 March 2025

Apartmentos Santander Maliaño Suites 3000
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Popular places to visit

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

El Sardinero Beach

4.5/5(18 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, El Sardinero Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santander. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

El Sardinero Beach
Palacio de la Magdalena featuring a garden, heritage architecture and a house

Palacio de la Magdalena

5/5(24 reviews)

Palacio de la Magdalena is just one of the places to see in Santander, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.

Palacio de la Magdalena
Comillas Beach

Comillas Beach

4.5/5(13 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Comillas Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Comillas City Center. Stroll along the seaside or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Comillas Beach
Where the sand meet up the blue sky with a fine line

Laredo Beach

4/5(1 review)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Laredo Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Laredo. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its shops.

Laredo Beach
Santander Cathedral featuring heritage architecture

Santander Cathedral

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Find out about the history of Santander when you take a trip to Santander Cathedral. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Santander Cathedral
beautiful views of Cantabria

San Vicente de La Barquera Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, San Vicente de La Barquera Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to San Vicente de la Barquera. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

San Vicente de La Barquera Beach