Santander - Cantabrian Coast
Travel Guide
Visit Santander - Cantabrian Coast
Where to stay in Santander - Cantabrian Coast
Santander City Centre
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 Casa Pombo or Plaza Porticada.
La Gándara
The beaches and 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.
El Sardinero
While visiting El Sardinero, you might make a stop by sights like El Sardinero Beach and Jardines de Piquio.
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.
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 Plaza Méjico or Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Consolacion might round out your trip.
Castilla-Hermida
Pristine beaches and captivating 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.
Hotel Bahia
Room lovely with cathedral view. Hotel in great central location. Staff at reception professional but could have been friendlier and give wifi/phone to reception details or offer breakfast addition for stay.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Hotel Santemar
we didnt have breakfast
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Ibis Styles Santander
Good value
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Estudios Aranzazu
Surrounded by shops, small bars, restaurants and within very easy reach of a whole series of local bus lines taking you to the beaches.
Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025
Apartamentos Alday
First car park looked can’t get in second, night time cold heating doesn’t work and not easy to find your room or apartment because not sign
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Apartamentos Villafresnedo
Dejligt sted, lidt småt til 4 voksne
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2024
Popular places to visit
El Sardinero Beach
Explore the casino, international restaurants and many quaint cafés that adorn the charming promenade that overlooks this picturesque sandy haven.
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.
Comillas Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Comillas Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Comillas City Center. Stroll along the seaside or visit the monuments while you're in the area.
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.
Magdalena Peninsula
Relax on the beaches at the base of the bluffs and ride the little train to observe sea lions and penguins.
Things to do
Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay
Santander: The Caprice of Gaudí, Santillana and Redwood Forest
From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion
from Santander: Fascinating Saint Sebastian of Garabandal
