El Sardinero

Santander

El Sardinero Beach which includes a coastal town, general coastal views and heritage elements
El Sardinero Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a small group of people
El Sardinero Beach featuring a garden and heritage architecture
El Sardinero Beach which includes a beach, a coastal town and general coastal views
El Sardinero Beach featuring rocky coastline, a sandy beach and general coastal views

Popular places to visit

Gran Casino del Sardinero

Gran Casino del Sardinero

4/5(2 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Gran Casino del Sardinero during your travels in Santander? Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Gran Casino del Sardinero
Jardines de Piquio showing a coastal town and general coastal views

Jardines de Piquio

Delight in the colors and scents of a public garden that sits above two beaches. Enjoy the stellar views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Jardines de Piquio
Palacio de la Magdalena showing heritage architecture, a house and a park

Palacio de la Magdalena

5/5(1 review)

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 showing heritage architecture

Santander Cathedral

5/5(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
Banco Santander showing heritage architecture

Banco Santander

Consider the importance of this institution in the banking world while you marvel at the building’s vast hole through which vehicles pass.

Banco Santander
Mercado La Esperanza showing interior views, markets and food

Mercado La Esperanza

Browse the eclectic range of Cantabrian food at the stalls spread across the two floors of this iconic market hall.

Mercado La Esperanza

Things to do

Hop-on hop-off bus in Santander

City Sightseeing Santander Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Magdalena Palace Train

CA $42
per adult
City Sightseeing Santander Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Magdalena Palace Train
From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion

From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion

CA $109
per adult
From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion
Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay

Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay

CA $23
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay
from Santander: Fascinating Saint Sebastian of Garabandal

from Santander: Fascinating Saint Sebastian of Garabandal

CA $109
per adult
from Santander: Fascinating Saint Sebastian of Garabandal
Santoña: Anchovy Factory Tour and Boat Trip

Santoña: Anchovy Factory Tour and Boat Trip

CA $112
per adult
Santoña: Anchovy Factory Tour and Boat Trip
Magdalena Palace

Peninsula and Magdalena Palace in Santander

CA $27
per adult
Peninsula and Magdalena Palace in Santander
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El Sardinero Hotel Deals

Hotel Chiqui

Hotel Chiqui

3 out of 5
Avda. Manuel García Lago 9, Santander, Cantabria
The price is CA $326 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
CA $326
CA $359 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
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! (805 reviews)
"Superb location and views"

Reviewed on Jul. 8, 2025

Hotel Chiqui
Hotel Silken Rio Santander

Hotel Silken Rio Santander

4 out of 5
Avenida Reina Victoria, 153, Santander, Cantabria
The price is CA $264 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
CA $264
CA $291 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (573 reviews)
Nice stay!
"Great hotel, close to the beaches."

Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2025

Hotel Silken Rio Santander
Hotel Hoyuela

Hotel Hoyuela

4 out of 5
DE LOS HOTELES,7, Santander
The price is CA $266 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
CA $266
CA $293 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Santander. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions El Sardinero Beach and Santander Ferry ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (189 reviews)
"Next to the casino, a walk from the beach and connected to town center by bus (10 minute ride) bus stop, taxis nearby (2 minutes walk)."

Reviewed on Jun. 3, 2025

Hotel Hoyuela
Hotel Bahia

Hotel Bahia

4 out of 5
C/ Cádiz, 22, Santander, Cantabria
The price is CA $239 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
CA $239
CA $263 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
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! (1,000 reviews)
"A charming hotel with good views over the bay and port. Well situated, a short distance from both the train station and ferry terminal. Everything in walking distance, including good coffee shops and eateries."

Reviewed on Jul. 10, 2025

Hotel Bahia
Hotel Santemar

Hotel Santemar

4 out of 5
C/ Joaquin Costa, 28, Santander, Cantabria
The price is CA $290 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
CA $290
CA $319 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
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! (890 reviews)
"Espectacular"

Reviewed on Jul. 7, 2025

Hotel Santemar
Hotel Silken Coliseum

Hotel Silken Coliseum

4 out of 5
Plaza de los Remedios, 1, Santander, Cantabria
The price is CA $216 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
CA $216
CA $238 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
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 in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (923 reviews)
"Great location, big rooms & friendly staff"

Reviewed on Jul. 18, 2025

Hotel Silken Coliseum
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Other neighbourhoods around El Sardinero

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Tetuán

Pristine beaches and captivating waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Tetuán. Make a stop by top sights like The Cathedral while you're exploring the area.

Tetuán
Cantabria Maritime Museum featuring interior views and marine life

San Martín

Notable for its beaches, shopping, and waterfront views, San Martín is a sought-after destination for many travelers visiting Santander. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Cantabria Maritime Museum or Chico Port.

San Martín
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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
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La Gándara

Notable for its beaches, shopping, and waterfront views, La Gándara is a sought-after destination for many travelers visiting Santander. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Plaza de Canadio or Chico Port.

La Gándara
Banco Santander showing heritage architecture

Santander City Centre

5/5(1 area review)

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 Jardines de Pereda or Plaza Porticada.

Santander City Centre
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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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