Santander - Cantabrian Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

El Sardinero Beach showing rocky coastline, a sandy beach and general coastal views
El Sardinero Beach showing rocky coastline, a sandy beach and general coastal views
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 river or creek and a garden

Where to stay in Santander - Cantabrian Coast

Banco Santander showing heritage architecture

Santander City Centre

4.5/5(21 area reviews)

Travellers come to Santander City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Museum of Prehistory and Archaeology of Cantabria and Casa Pombo while you're in town.

Santander City Centre
Monumento a Los Raqueros featuring a river or creek, outdoor art and a statue or sculpture

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 Casa Pombo might round out your trip.

La Gándara
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El Sardinero

While visiting El Sardinero, you might make a stop by sights like El Sardinero Beach and El Sardinero Stadium.

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 Bay of Biscay or Chico Port 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,700 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿2,700
฿2,970 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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 ...
Hotel Bahia
Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía

Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía

3 out of 5
Paseo Menéndez Pelayo 44 Santander Cantabria
The price is ฿2,337 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
฿2,337
฿2,571 total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour business centre. Popular attractions Santander Ferry Terminal ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (134 reviews)
It was an incredible experience! Director Daniel was a living definition of exceptional hospitality. We would return in a heartbeat.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía
Hotel Santemar

Hotel Santemar

4 out of 5
C/ Joaquin Costa, 28 Santander Cantabria
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,100 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿2,100
฿2,310 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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 ...
Hotel Santemar
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! (252 reviews)
Small, but perfect kitchen for a few nights' stay.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Estudios Aranzazu
Apartamentos Alday

Apartamentos Alday

3.5 out of 5
Calle Gutiérrez Solana 39, Maliano Camargo
Stay at this apartment in Camargo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Santander Ferry Terminal and Cabarceno Natural Park ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (86 reviews)
Nice apartment, comfortable bed and very clean.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Apartamentos Alday
Apartamentos Dunas de Liencres

Apartamentos Dunas de Liencres

3 out of 5
Urbanizacion Ria del Pas, s/n Pielagos Cantabria
Stay at this aparthotel in Pielagos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Playa de Mogro and Dunas de Liencres are located ...
Apartamentos Dunas de Liencres
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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