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

Things to do


Top hotels in El Sardinero

Hotel Chiqui

Hotel Chiqui

3 out of 5
Avda. Manuel García Lago 9 Santander Cantabria
The price is Rp6.476.022 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
Rp6.476.022
Rp7.123.624 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
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! (904 reviews)
"Loved the hotel.Comfortable beds. Nice views. Parking is a challenge.Hotel has limited spaces and street parking is difficult due to competing with beach goers"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Hotel Chiqui
Dorma Sardinero

Dorma Sardinero

4 out of 5
Avenida Reina Victoria, 153 Santander Cantabria
The price is Rp3.588.347 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp3.588.347
Rp3.947.182 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (665 reviews)
"Clean hotel. Wonderful location. Approximate to everything."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Dorma Sardinero
Gran Hotel Sardinero

Gran Hotel Sardinero

4 out of 5
Plaza de Italia 1 Santander
The price is Rp4.136.023 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp4.136.023
Rp4.549.625 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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! (473 reviews)
"This classic hotel right on the beach at Santander is definitely the place to stay. We had a sea view and it is wonderful looking at the constant activity on the beach. It has obviously been updated but maintains its period grandeur, however some details are still a little dated. Buffet breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Gran Hotel Sardinero
Apartamentos Las Brisas

Apartamentos Las Brisas

3 out of 5
Fernández Castañeda, 17 Santander Cantabria
The price is Rp2.598.908 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp2.598.908
Rp2.598.908 total
2 Sept - 3 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 Santander ...
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 Rp2.135.066 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp2.135.066
Rp2.348.572 total
2 Sept - 3 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 Santemar

Hotel Santemar

4 out of 5
C/ Joaquin Costa, 28 Santander Cantabria
The price is Rp3.777.207 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp3.777.207
Rp4.154.928 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
"Loved the location of this hotel. Beach is within a couple minutes walk, also there are some great restaurants and coffee nearby. It’s also really close to the tunnel to walk into the city center. The staff were very kind and helpful as well."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Hotel Santemar
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Where to stay in El Sardinero

Find the best El Sardinero areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.



El Sardinero Travel Guide