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4 Star Hotels in Santander

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Santander on Hotels.com. These Santander 4 Star Hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 20, 2026.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the street.

A modern lobby with a round table, vases, and a chandelier.

A long dining table set with white napkins, clear glassware, and floral centerpieces.

1. Hotel Bahia

Santander City Centre

CNY552

CNY607 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A modern interior with a central seating area, a bar on the right, and a kitchen visible through a glass partition.

A modern interior with a central seating area, a dining space, and a wall with decorative plates.

A long conference room with a central chandelier, white chairs, and a long table set for a formal event.

A reception area with a black counter, gold accents, and a staircase in the background.

2. Dorma Coliseum

Santander City Centre

CNY515

CNY566 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A buffet with various food items and a digital thermometer.

A lobby with marble flooring, a gold ornate table, and a reception desk with 'INTERNET' signage.

A well-maintained garden with various plants and a wooden bench.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city, and a balcony with curtains.

3. Hotel Santemar

Santander

CNY460

CNY506 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the marina.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a round table, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A hotel with a sign reading "VINCCI PUERTOCHICO HOTEL" and a red carpet at the entrance.

A marina with numerous boats docked in a structured layout, a promenade with benches, and a distant cityscape.

4. Hotel Vincci Puertochico

Puertochico

CNY534

CNY587 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A terrace with wooden furniture and a table, overlooking a coastal cityscape.

A modern interior with leather chairs, a table, and a large window providing a view outside.

A long dining table with chairs and floral centerpieces.

A room with a view of the beach and cityscape through a large window, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

5. Gran Hotel Victoria

Santander

CNY519

CNY571 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern hotel bathroom with a large bathtub, a separate shower area, and a walk-in closet.

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a piano, and a bar area with seating.

An outdoor terrace with tables and chairs, flags, and a view of the cityscape.

A spacious lobby with marble flooring, large columns, and a glass table with chairs.

6. Hotel Palacio del Mar

El Sardinero

CNY517

CNY569 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A balcony with wooden flooring, white balustrades, wicker furniture, and a view of the beach and ocean.

A large, white hotel with a central clock tower and two smaller towers on either side.

A beach view with a parking lot, a building with a sign, and a flagpole.

A multi-level atrium with a central seating area, large windows, and modern furnishings.

7. Gran Hotel Sardinero

El Sardinero

CNY484

CNY532 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A dining room with a round table set for a meal, large windows, and a view of trees.

8. Dorma Sardinero

El Sardinero

CNY460

CNY506 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A traditional European-style building with a prominent tower, ivy-covered walls, and a well-maintained garden.

A buffet table with various food containers and utensils.

A breakfast table with various food items and a vase of flowers.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden chair, a small table, and a desk.

9. Torres de Somo

Ribamontan al Mar

CNY454

CNY499 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

An indoor swimming pool with a high wooden ceiling and a central pillar.

A large, white, classical building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance.

A covered outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and hanging plants.

A spacious lobby with a central circular design, multiple floors, and a reception area.

10. Castilla Termal Balneario de Solares

Medio Cudeyo

CNY974

CNY1,072 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A courtyard with stone buildings, outdoor seating, and greenery.

A traditional living room with a fireplace, a television, and classic furniture.

A dining area with tables set for breakfast, including bread, pastries, and beverages.

A traditional room with a large bed, a wooden desk, a chair, and a television.

11. Parador De Santillana De Gil Blas

Santillana del Mar

CNY602

CNY662 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a stone deck.

A building with a balcony, stone walls, and potted plants.

A room with a curved glass wall, a bed, and a view of an outdoor garden with potted plants and a table.

A buffet area with various food items and a seating area in the background.

12. Hotel Cuevas - Adults Only

Santillana del Mar

CNY765

CNY842 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear water, a glass wall, and a tiled wall with a blue mosaic pattern.

A spa area with a large hot tub, a stone wall, and a tiled floor.

A spacious indoor area with a wooden ceiling and glass partitions, featuring a polished floor and potted plants.

13. Hotel Spa Villa Pasiega

Entrambasaguas

CNY794

CNY874 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A large indoor swimming pool with multiple hot tubs and a central water feature.

A hotel with a stone pathway leading to a courtyard with outdoor seating and a view of a mountain.

A hotel hallway with a carpeted floor, wooden walls, and a warm light source at the end.

A circular hot tub with a mesh floor, surrounded by walls with a blue hue.

14. Gran Hotel Balneario De Puente Viesgo

Puente Viesgo

CNY613

CNY674 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A spa area with a hot tub, wooden door, and potted plants.

A banquet hall with round tables, chairs, and ceiling lights.

A hotel sign with amenities listed, including a restaurant, cafeteria, pub, and a marina.

An open-air pavilion with a wooden roof, tables, and chairs arranged for dining.

15. Hotel Estrella del Norte

Arnuero

CNY553

CNY609 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A stone building with a pool, featuring arched windows and a balcony.

A hot tub with a view of a garden and a pool outside.

A table set with wine glasses, a fork, and a knife, with a view of greenery and a clear sky through a window.

A historic building with a red facade, a stone tower, and a balcony.

16. Hotel San Marcos

Santillana del Mar

CNY665

CNY731 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A traditional stone building with a sign indicating it is a hotel.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with a red wall, wooden ceiling beams, and a tiled floor. There are wicker chairs and a bar counter with bottles and glasses.

A dining area with tables set for four, wooden beams on the ceiling, and a large window with curtains.

17. La Casona de Revolgo

Santillana del Mar

CNY505

CNY555 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A water feature with a curved metal structure and flowing water.

A reception area with a reception desk labeled "SPA Salud por agua," a wooden counter, and a glass partition.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by glass walls and greenery.

A modern lobby with a teal reception desk, white columns, and indoor plants.

18. Hotel Torresport

Torrelavega

CNY545

CNY599 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by potted plants.

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by stone walls and potted plants.

A hot tub with candles and flowers, surrounded by potted plants and a tiled wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a red cabinet, a red heater, and a large bathtub.

19. Apartamentos Spa Casco Histórico de Isla

Isla

CNY669

CNY736 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A stone building with a fountain in the foreground, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and palm trees.

A spacious living area with a stone wall, a fireplace, and a view of palm trees through large arched windows.

A bathroom with a large bathtub, stone walls, and a view into a bedroom with a bed and a nightstand.

A historic stone building with a central courtyard, a fountain, and lush greenery.

20. Akla Hotel Palacio Torre de Ruesga

Ruesga

CNY647

CNY712 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Top neighborhoods in Santander

A historic building with ornate balconies and a large archway.

A large, ornate archway with a clock above it, flanked by buildings with balconies.

A waterfront promenade with statues of children by the water, a pier with boats, and a white building with red accents.

The facade of Banco de Santander with a clock and decorative elements.

A historic building with ornate architecture, a flag, and a gazebo.

Santander City Centre

Santander City Centre blends historic charm with coastal beauty. Wander through Belle Époque streets leading to the magnificent Gothic cathedral or explore Palacio de la Magdalena with its sweeping bay views. The Jardines de Pereda and waterfront promenades offer peaceful spots to watch boats glide across sapphire waters. Local markets buzz with energy while monuments tell stories of maritime heritage. Fresh seafood dominates local menus, from anchovies to squid dishes served in both traditional tabernas and modern restaurants. Boutique hotels in converted palaces sit alongside business-friendly accommodations. Getting around is a breeze with excellent walkability and frequent bus service connecting to beaches and train stations.

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A coastal cityscape with a prominent white building with a dome, a beach, and a sea view.

A large white building with two towers and a dome, surrounded by green trees and a bus stop.

A coastal walkway with red brick flooring, white railings, and red columns.

A beach with people sunbathing and swimming, a clear blue sky, and a calm sea.

A beach with clear turquoise waters, sandy shore, and buildings in the background.

El Sardinero

El Sardinero's golden beaches stretch along Santander's stunning Bay of Biscay coastline, creating a postcard-perfect seaside escape. The elegant Belle Époque architecture and manicured Piquío Gardens add a touch of refinement to your beach days. When you're not swimming or sunbathing, explore the Magdalena Peninsula's walking trails or the grand Casino. Seafood restaurants with bay views dominate the dining scene, serving fresh catches in sophisticated settings. Choose from luxury hotels with spa amenities or upscale apartments, most offering spectacular ocean vistas. City buses connect easily to downtown Santander, though the flat promenade makes walking a pleasure along this stylish Spanish resort area.

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A statue of a man on a pedestal by a waterfront with boats and a building in the background.

A bronze sculpture of a child and an adult by a waterfront.

A bronze statue of a figure in a crouched position by a body of water.

A bronze sculpture of two figures by a body of water.

Puertochico

Puertochico offers a taste of maritime elegance with its beautiful marina dotted with luxury yachts and traditional fishing boats. The tree-lined Paseo de Pereda invites you to stroll past Belle Époque buildings while soaking in stunning Santander Bay views. History buffs will appreciate the neighborhood's nautical heritage, visible in every corner of this refined waterfront district. Upscale seafood restaurants and pintxos bars line the promenade, serving fresh Cantabrian catches with harbor views. Boutique hotels and luxury apartments provide stylish accommodation options just steps from the water. The compact, walkable layout makes exploring this sophisticated slice of Santander a breeze.

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Barrio Pesquero

Santander's Barrio Pesquero neighborhood offers attractions including Bay of Biscay.

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Valdenoja

Santander's Valdenoja neighborhood has a host of places to visit such as Forestal Park Santander and Parque de Matalenas.

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Top landmarks in Santander

El Sardinero Beach

9.4/10 (437 reviews)

When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to El Sardinero Beach, located 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from central Santander. Catch the sunset by the shore at Primera El Sardinero Beach, just a short walk away.

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A large, historic building with a tower, stone facade, and red accents.

Palacio de la Magdalena

9.2/10 (455 reviews)

Palacio de la Magdalena is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from central Santander, why not stop by during your stay. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?

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A historic stone church with a bell tower, surrounded by trees and modern buildings.

Santander Cathedral

8.8/10 (348 reviews)

Santander City Centre is home to Santander Cathedral, so why not stop by during your stay in Santander. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?

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A grand archway with the inscription "Banco de Santander" above it, flanked by ornate buildings with balconies and statues.

Banco Santander

8.4/10 (65 reviews)

Banco Santander is worth a pic or two when discovering Santander City Centre. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?

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A coastal promenade with a blue railing, a historic building, and a modern hotel.

Gran Casino del Sardinero

8.6/10 (175 reviews)

Looking to hit the casinos? Why not spend the evening at Gran Casino del Sardinero in El Sardinero to find out if luck is your lady. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?

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A pedestrian bridge over water with a person holding an umbrella.

Centro Botín

8.6/10 (163 reviews)

If you like art, you might want to browse the collections at Centro Botín in Santander City Centre. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? If you want to see more of the art galleries in Santander, you can easily walk to Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Santander and Cantabria.

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A market with a Cantabrico sign, various food items, and a brick floor.

Mercado La Esperanza

8.8/10 (20 reviews)

If you like the hustle and bustle of a market, you might want to head out to Mercado La Esperanza in Santander City Centre and take in the atmosphere. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? Splash some more cash at Mercado del Este.

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A coastal landscape with a lighthouse, a white building, and a field of yellow flowers.

Cabo Mayor Lighthouse

9.6/10 (41 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Cabo Mayor Lighthouse— just one of the landmarks located 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from central Santander. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?

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