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.
Casa Pombo
Find out about the history of Santander when you spend time at Casa Pombo. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
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.
Top hotels in La Gándara
Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía
Appreciated David’s help parking and feeling reassured our car was safe.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Dorma Coliseum
Beautiful clean room and bathroom, very comfortable beds, coffee in room, mini bar. Breakfast had a huge array of options for €13 per person. We only stayed one night as we had onward travel but would definitely recommend this hotel, it's very central to bus/rail station.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hotel Bahia
Clean and spacious room.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hotel Art Santander
Very friendly staff, clean room, comfy bed , express coffee machine in the room and very good location. Safe parking 🅿️ and covered .
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
NH Ciudad de Santander
I had a very disappointing experience. I specifically booked and paid an additional €25 for an upgraded room, but upon arrival, I was given a standard room with separate beds—the most basic option listed on Expedia. This was already frustrating, as it did not match what I had paid for. The situation ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hotel Vincci Puertochico
Very clean, comfortable bed. We had a sea view and the windows when closed, cut out the traffic noise. Good to have a kettle in the room. Good breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
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 Monumento a Los Raqueros 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 Centro Botín 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 Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Consolacion or Sotileza Mural 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.
