Santander City Centre Travel Guide
Santander
Visit Santander City Centre
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.
Mercado La Esperanza
During your visit to Santander, you can do some window-shopping at Mercado La Esperanza. 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.
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 Santander City Centre
Hotel Bahia
Very corporate type of hotel. Breakfast was disappointing with cold bacon and cold scrambled eggs.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Dorma Coliseum
Good location close to town. Has a cafeteria and breakfast room. Has its own parking garage but parking is not free for guests. Has coffee service and serví bar in the room. Good value.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
NUEVA PENSIÓN REAL
I had an incredible experience at Nueva Pension Real. It’s quite the hidden gem in a very unassuming spot, amid local restaurants, other apartments and neighbourhood amenities. I truly felt like I experienced a little bit of Spanish life in Santander, especially with Mariana’s recommendations! I ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hostal La Mexicana
Early start so didn't have breakfast unfortunately!otherwise a love 1 night stay!bit cold during night!no heating!would stay again!no problem
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hotel Santemar
Friendly stuff. Clean room. Giid value for price.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Gran Hotel Sardinero
Gran ubicación
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santander City Centre
La Gándara
The pristine beaches and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to La Gándara. A stop by Plaza de Canadio or Chico Port might round out your trip.
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.
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.
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.
Castilla-Hermida
Beaches and waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Castilla-Hermida. Make a stop by top sights like La Marga Park while you're exploring the area.
