El Sardinero

Santander

El Sardinero Beach showing a beach, a coastal town and heritage elements
El Sardinero Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach as well as a small group of people
El Sardinero Beach showing heritage architecture and a park
El Sardinero Beach featuring rocky coastline, a beach and general coastal views
El Sardinero Beach which includes general coastal views, rocky coastline and a beach

Popular places to visit

Gran Casino del Sardinero

Gran Casino del Sardinero

4/5(5 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.

Gran Casino del Sardinero
Jardines de Piquio featuring general coastal views and a coastal town

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.

Jardines de Piquio
Palacio de la Magdalena showing heritage architecture, a house and a garden

Palacio de la Magdalena

4/5(6 reviews)

Experience the ostentatious splendor of a palatial home where members of the Spanish royal family used to take their summer vacations.

Palacio de la Magdalena
Santander Cathedral which includes heritage architecture

Santander Cathedral

4.5/5(11 reviews)

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.

Santander Cathedral
Banco Santander featuring heritage architecture

Banco Santander

4/5(2 reviews)

Consider the importance of this institution in the banking world while you marvel at the building’s vast hole through which vehicles pass.

Banco Santander
Mercado La Esperanza showing markets, food and interior views

Mercado La Esperanza

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

Mercado La Esperanza

Things to do

Hop-on hop-off bus in Santander

City Sightseeing Santander Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Magdalena Palace Train

RM129
per adult
City Sightseeing Santander Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Magdalena Palace Train
Bilbao and Castro Urdiales Day Tour from Santander

Bilbao and Castro Urdiales Day Tour from Santander

RM331
per adult
Bilbao and Castro Urdiales Day Tour from Santander
from Santander: Fascinating Saint Sebastian of Garabandal

from Santander: Fascinating Saint Sebastian of Garabandal

RM336
per adult
from Santander: Fascinating Saint Sebastian of Garabandal
Tour to Capricho de Gaudí Santillana del Mar and Redwood Forest

Santander: The Caprice of Gaudí, Santillana and Redwood Forest

RM194
per adult
Santander: The Caprice of Gaudí, Santillana and Redwood Forest
From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion

From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion

RM336
per adult
From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion
Private walking tour of the Peninsula and the Magdalene Palace

Private walking tour of the Peninsula and the Magdalene Palace

RM865
per traveller
Private walking tour of the Peninsula and the Magdalene Palace
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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 RM1,157 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
RM1,157
RM1,272 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Santander. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (798 reviews)
"it very close to the see with a nice bar on the 1st floor"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Hotel Chiqui
Hotel Silken Rio Santander
Hotel Silken Rio Santander
4 out of 5
Avenida Reina Victoria, 153, Santander, Cantabria
The price is RM719 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
RM719
RM790 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (565 reviews)
"Such a great stay. Loved the location and the extraordinary view of the beach."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Hotel Silken Rio Santander
Hotel Hoyuela
Hotel Hoyuela
4 out of 5
DE LOS HOTELES,7, Santander
The price is RM881 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
RM881
RM969 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Santander. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions El Sardinero Beach and Santander Ferry ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (187 reviews)
"Next to the casino, a walk from the beach and connected to town center by bus (10 minute ride) bus stop, taxis nearby (2 minutes walk)."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2025

Hotel Hoyuela
Hotel Bahia
Hotel Bahia
4 out of 5
C/ Cádiz, 22, Santander, Cantabria
The price is RM809 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
RM809
RM890 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Santander. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Mostly it was good. Parking facilities were a disappointment because we couldn’t use them. Our small car was towing a small trailer, and this was enough to prevent us using the hotel car park. We had to park 450m away and pay 28.50 euros."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Hotel Bahia
Hotel Santemar
Hotel Santemar
4 out of 5
C/ Joaquin Costa, 28, Santander, Cantabria
The price is RM678 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
RM678
RM746 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santander. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (884 reviews)
"excellent service"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Hotel Santemar
Eurostars Hotel Real
Eurostars Hotel Real
5 out of 5
Paseo Perez Galdos 28, Santander, Cantabria
The price is RM1,310 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
RM1,310
RM1,441 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santander. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (558 reviews)
"great location, amazing views, rooms are spacious, and service excellent"

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2025

Eurostars Hotel Real
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Other neighbourhoods around El Sardinero

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Tetuán

Pristine beaches and captivating waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Tetuán. Make a stop by top sights like The Cathedral while you're exploring the area.

Tetuán
Cantabria Maritime Museum featuring marine life and interior views

San Martín

Notable for its beaches, shopping and waterfront views, San Martín is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Santander. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Chico Port or Gran Casino del Sardinero.

San Martín
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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.

Puertochico
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La Gándara

Check out the beaches, shopping and waterfront views while spending some time in La Gándara. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Plaza de Canadio or Chico Port.

La Gándara
Banco Santander showing heritage architecture

Santander City Centre

4.5/5(21 area reviews)

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.

Santander City Centre
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Cabildo de Arriba

The beaches and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Cabildo de Arriba. A stop by Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Consolacion or Sotileza Mural might round out your trip.

Cabildo de Arriba

El Sardinero