Find Historic Hotels in Santander

The historical places in Santander are probably a big part of your travel plans. And while you’re here, you can visit the array of shops and popular beaches.

Based on our travel expertise, Hotel Bahia is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and parking. Mercado La Esperanza is a short walk away. Other choices near historic sites include Hotel Silken Coliseum and Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía.

In Santander, there are 232 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Santander is notable for landmarks like Mercado La Esperanza, Cabo Mayor Lighthouse, and Palacio de la Magdalena. Cultural venues include Centro Botín, Cantabria Maritime Museum, and Palace of Festivals of Cantabria. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Santander Cathedral and Santander Ferry Terminal.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can spend a night or two in a building that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Santander, giving a real sense of character.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Santander, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.