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Where to stay in Santander City Centre

Find the best Santander City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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El Sardinero

While visiting El Sardinero, you might make a stop by sights like El Sardinero Beach and Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos de Santander.

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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.

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Cueto

While there might not be top attractions in Cueto, you can explore the larger area and discover places like El Sardinero Stadium and Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos de Santander.

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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 Plaza Méjico or Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Consolacion might round out your trip.

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Barrio Pesquero

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Pesquero and surrounding area, you can visit Santander Ferry Terminal and Bank of Spain.

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Top Santander City Centre Hotel Reviews

Hotel Bahia

8/10 Good

"Room was a good size and great view of the Botin Centre, comfortable, with everytning we needed. Highlight was the breakfast, great choice, ham and tortilla being my personal favourites. Centrally located, close to most amenities. Palace at Magdelena a good walk but easily reached by bus if you prefer. Our favourite hotel in Santander"

Hotel Bemón Playa

10/10 Excellent

"Tucked out of the way, Hotel Playa Bemón became a refuge for me from the hurly burly of both Santander City and the more conspicuous hotels in Somo. I enjoyed a magnificent two nights of perfect sleep. There was also the business of a delightful 30 minute ferry ride from a cute little slip just a few minutes walk from the Santander bus depot. All of this just totally enchanting. In the evening glorious sunsets from the beach at Somo, overlooking the bay and Santander. The Hotel staff was friendly, helpful and efficient. No complaints of any kind, really. On both mornings of my two-day stay I ambled over to the Somo beach and found surfers galore--there was an international surf meet going on--and delighted in watching them ply their skills on the waves. "catch a wave and you're sitting on top of the world" the Beach Boys sang back in the early 1960's. True to form here. I also enjoyed a fantastic dinner in one of the sophisticated eateries in the small town of Somo. Fresh seafood, good wine, excellent service. I highly recommend the experience of visiting Somo and staying at the Hotel Playa Bemón."

Hotel Picos de Europa

10/10 Excellent

"We arrived at 1pm and were able to check into our room. Very clean, powerful shower and small bottles of complimentary water and toiletries replenished each day. Great location for walking around the city. Hotel guests receive 10% discount off menu del dia, served 1pm-4pm - choice of 3 starters, mains and desserts and includes bread and half a bottle of wine each for €18. The Rioja wine is very full bodied. Highly recommended for authentic home cooked Spanish food. Would highly recommend this hotel."

Estudios Aranzazu

10/10 Excellent

"All wonderful for the price. The staff were so friendly. Checkin was great and loved that the key was on your phone. The normal beds had a nice firm mattress, the window had great blinds that kept light out. Lots of space in wardrobes. Shower pressure was great (shower curtain not so great at keeping water out the bathroom). Towels provide along with small toiletries such as mini soap blocks and single use bodywash and shapoo in one, Had a TV and mini kitchenette. Good lighting in the room.with bedside tables and lights. Lots of charge points too. We were in the 5th floor with 1 quick lifts availble. Area was great, a coffee and bakery shop less than a minute away, along with two bars that were very cheap. Its around 30 minutes to the harbour and 15 minutes to closest set of resturants. The area is pretty flat with no major hills. The only niggle which we didn't raise with the hotel was that the additional bed in our triple room was very loud when ever you moved."

Hotel Torresport

10/10 Excellent

"We wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy the pool and the spa area. We were just stopping overnight. It's an odd setup - a hotel attached to a gym/spa but we appreciated the amenities. Also convenient was a Carrefour store across the road. Not the most scenic spot but great for an overnight stop on a road trip. And close to the cuevas with the historic cave art and the medieval village that we enjoyed after we left the hotel. Staff were all very nice and the breakfast was great."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Santander City Centre?

Santander City Centre is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options. Make sure that you visit Banco Santander and Jardines de Pereda as part of your Santander City Centre travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Santander City Centre?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Bahia is one of the top choices for your stay in Santander City Centre. This hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Dorma Coliseum and Hostal La Mexicana.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Santander City Centre?

With 17 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Santander City Centre to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Santander area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santander City Centre, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Santander City Centre.

What can I see and do in this Santander neighbourhood?

Explore Santander City Centre's landmarks such as Mercado La Esperanza, Casa Pombo and Paseo de Pereda and learn about the local history. Banco Santander and Jardines de Pereda are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Santander City Centre include Museum of Prehistory and Archaeology of Cantabria, Mercado del Este and Monumento a José María de Pereda. Sagrado Corazon de Jesus Church and Monumento a Velarde are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santander.

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Our top choices for Santander City Centre hotels

1. Hotel Bahia

2. Dorma Coliseum

3. NUEVA PENSIÓN REAL

4. Hostal La Mexicana

5. NH Ciudad de Santander

6. Hotel Art Santander

7. Eurostars Hotel Real

8. Abba Santander Hotel

9. Hotel Vincci Puertochico

10. Hotel Picos de Europa

11. Gran Hotel Sardinero

12. Hotel Santemar

13. Hotel Citrea Santander

14. Ibis Styles Santander

15. PLAZA SANTANDER

16. Hotel Chiqui

17. Dorma Sardinero

18. Centersuite Santander

19. Center Suite Acebedos

20. Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía

Where to stay in Santander City Centre

El Sardinero

Puertochico

Cueto

Cabildo de Arriba

Barrio Pesquero

Top Santander City Centre Hotel Reviews

Hotel Bahia

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