El Sardinero Travel Guide

Santander

A globe sculpture in a circular plaza with a patterned walkway, surrounded by grass and white spherical bollards.
A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a small island with buildings, and a clear blue sea.
A coastal walkway with red brick flooring, white railings, and red columns.
A coastal beach with clear turquoise waters, rocky cliffs, and lush greenery.
A beach with people sunbathing and swimming, a clear blue sky, and a calm sea.

Stay near popular El Sardinero attractions

A coastal promenade with a blue railing, a historic building, and a modern hotel.

Gran Casino del Sardinero

8.6/10 (175 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.
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Things to do

Tour to Capricho de Gaudí Santillana del Mar and Redwood Forest

Santander: The Caprice of Gaudí, Santillana and Redwood Forest

Rp1.010.261
per adult
Santander: The Caprice of Gaudí, Santillana and Redwood Forest
Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay

Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay

Rp298.955
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay
Santander: Surf Lessons on Playa de Somo

Santander: Surf Lessons on Playa de Somo

Rp721.615
per adult
Santander: Surf Lessons on Playa de Somo
from Santander: Fascinating Saint Sebastian of Garabandal

from Santander: Fascinating Saint Sebastian of Garabandal

Rp1.401.995
per adult
from Santander: Fascinating Saint Sebastian of Garabandal
Picture 10 for Activity From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion

From Santander: Soplao Cave Tour & Pechon Scenic Viewpoint

Rp1.690.641
per adult
From Santander: Soplao Cave Tour & Pechon Scenic Viewpoint
Picture 3 for Activity Santoña: Anchovy Factory Tour and Boat Trip

Santoña and Anchovy factory tour from Santander- small group

Rp1.278.289
per adult
Santoña and Anchovy factory tour from Santander- small group
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Top hotels in El Sardinero

Hotel Chiqui

Hotel Chiqui

3 out of 5
Avda. Manuel García Lago 9 Santander Cantabria
The price is Rp2.434.514 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp2.434.514
Rp2.677.965 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (914 reviews)
"Good points...the staff on the desk were helpful. Negative things..parking was disappointing and stressful. No spaces...queues to try to park...awful experience. I was very disappointed in the infinity pool. Most of it is about 10-15 cm deep so it looks pretty on a photo but is hardly a swimming ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Hotel Chiqui
Dorma Sardinero

Dorma Sardinero

4 out of 5
Avenida Reina Victoria, 153 Santander Cantabria
The price is Rp2.047.528 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp2.047.528
Rp2.252.302 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Dorma Sardinero
Gran Hotel Sardinero

Gran Hotel Sardinero

4 out of 5
Plaza de Italia 1 Santander
The price is Rp2.348.180 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp2.348.180
Rp2.582.998 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (476 reviews)
"Location, food , facilities"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Gran Hotel Sardinero
Apartamentos Las Brisas

Apartamentos Las Brisas

3 out of 5
Fernández Castañeda, 17 Santander Cantabria
The price is Rp1.748.117 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
Rp1.748.117
Rp1.748.117 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach apartment in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, on-site car hire and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions El Sardinero Beach and Palacio ...
7.6/10 Good! (90 reviews)
"Perfect location for travellers wanting beach access in minutes. Sight seeing bus stop around the corner. Supermarket very close. Housekeeper was excellent. Advise travellers to check the room type and amenity. We paid for a kitchen: freezer door missing, no tea cups, no kettle, no toaster!!!! Maintenance ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Apartamentos Las Brisas
Hotel Boutique Las Brisas

Hotel Boutique Las Brisas

1 out of 5
Calle La Brana, 14 Santander Cantabria
The price is Rp1.766.714 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp1.766.714
Rp1.943.386 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions El Sardinero Beach and Santander Ferry ...
7.8/10 Good! (136 reviews)
"Great location. Lovely character. Easy check-in and checkout. Lots of free on street parking. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026

Hotel Boutique Las Brisas
Hotel Palacio del Mar

Hotel Palacio del Mar

4 out of 5
Calle Alcalde Vega Lamera, 5 Santander Cantabria
The price is Rp2.138.654 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp2.138.654
Rp2.352.520 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santander. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions El Sardinero Beach and Santander Ferry Terminal ...
8.4/10 Very good! (190 reviews)
"Excelente"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Hotel Palacio del Mar
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Where to stay in El Sardinero

Find the best El Sardinero areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large, ornate archway with a clock above it, flanked by buildings with balconies.

Santander City Centre

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

A waterfront promenade with statues of children by the water, a pier with boats, and a white building with red accents.

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 Chico Port might round out your trip.

A street with colorful buildings, a church, and a pedestrian bridge.

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.

A statue of a man on a pedestal by a waterfront with boats and a building in the background.

Puertochico

The pristine beaches and captivating 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.

A marina with various boats docked, a waterfront promenade, and buildings in the background.

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.

El Sardinero Travel Guide