La Gándara Travel Guide
Santander




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Popular places to visit

Santander Cathedral
After visiting Santander Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santander. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Banco Santander
After visiting Banco Santander, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santander. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Centro Botín
You can browse the exhibits at Centro Botín, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Santander. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Plaza Porticada
Learn about the local history of Santander when you take a trip to Plaza Porticada. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.

Jardines de Pereda
Explore the great outdoors at Jardines de Pereda, a lovely green space in Santander. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Monumento a Los Raqueros
You can find out about the history of Santander with a stop at Monumento a Los Raqueros. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Top hotels in La Gándara

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 11 Jan 2026

Dorma Coliseum
Perfect stay. Modern hotel, comfortable bed, delicious breakfast, and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Hotel Vincci Puertochico
I didn’t take anything from the bar this visit due to time restraints, but in other occasions the bar and bar service was excellent. The room had an amazing view of Puertochico and Peña Carbaga across the bay. This is my third visit here and I most definitely will visit here again.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Hotel Art Santander
Vare good
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía
It was an incredible experience! Director Daniel was a living definition of exceptional hospitality. We would return in a heartbeat.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

NH Ciudad de Santander
We stayed just one night prior to getting the ferry back to England. We had our dogs with us and the hotel catered very well for them. We didn't have breakfast or dinner in the hotel, but there were plenty of choices for both within a short walk of the hotel.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around La Gándara

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.

Santander City Centre
Travellers come to Santander City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Casa Pombo and Jardines de Pereda while you're in town.

Tetuán
Notable for its beaches, shopping and waterfront views, Tetuán 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 Cantabria Maritime Museum.

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 Cantabria Maritime Museum or Chico Port.

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.

El Sardinero
While visiting El Sardinero, you might make a stop by sights like El Sardinero Beach and Jardines de Piquio.
