Penacastillo
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Hotel Bahia
4th time we have stayed at this hotel, it is alittle tired but still worth staying
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026

Hotel Santemar
A great hotel with helpful staff. Good location from which to explore the beach and headland. There is parking available but there is also plenty of street parking right outside the hotel (at least there is in mid-April). Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

Gran Hotel Sardinero
Gran ubicación
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

Estudios Aranzazu
Good
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

Apartamentos Turísticos Bahía de Boó
The apartment had fantastic views of the estuary and city, and was spacious. Had basic cooking equipment, but not really sufficient for regular self- catering. Decor a bit tired, and could do with Netflix / Prime on TV for travellers for whom Spanish isn't their first language.
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Apartamentos Alday
El registro de entrada fue totalmente automático. La puerta del edificio estaba abierta. El piso estaba limpio y era exactamente como se describía. Los huéspedes de arriba parecían de otro planeta, hasta tal punto que solo pudimos dormir tres o cuatro horas cada noche. No solo hablaban en voz alta, ...
Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026
Popular places to visit

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.

Santander Cathedral
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.

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.

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.

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

Gran Casino del Sardinero
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.
Things to do

Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay

Obregón: Parque de la Naturaleza de Cabárceno Entry Ticket


