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Abba Santander Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, steps from Santander Ferry Terminal

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Business center
Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Property entrance
Lobby
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Calle Calderón de la Barca, 3, Santander, Cantabria, 39002
  • Place, Santander Ferry Terminal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santander Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Palacio de la Magdalena
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santander (SDR)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Triple Room (2+1 Child)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Double Room (Single)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Santander

Abba Santander Hotel places you next to Santander Ferry Terminal and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Santander Cathedral. This 37-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Santander Ferry Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santander Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Banco Santander - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • El Sardinero Beach - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Palacio de la Magdalena - 11 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Santander (YJL-Santander Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • Santander (SDR) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Gloria de Carriedo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Amarella - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Gallofa - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Machi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪100 Montaditos - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Abba Santander Hotel

Hotel with a bar, steps from Santander Ferry Terminal
Guests of Abba Santander Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a computer station. Offsite parking is available for a fee. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include free newspapers, laundry facilities, and a water dispenser.
LCD TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Minibars, electric kettles, and hair dryers are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Biosphere, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 16 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 12 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (44 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 12 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 16 per day (820 ft away)
  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Abba Hotel Santander
Abba Santander
Abba Santander Hotel
Hotel Abba Santander
Santander Hotel Abba
Abba Santander Hotel Hotel
Abba Santander Hotel Santander
Abba Santander Hotel Hotel Santander

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Abba Santander Hotel?

Abba Santander Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Abba Santander Hotel?

This hotel is located in Santander, just steps from Santander Ferry Terminal and Parroquia Santisimo Cristo, and within a short walk of Centro Botín. You'll also find Plaza Porticada and Mercado La Esperanza less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Abba Santander Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find nearby parking for EUR 16 per day (discounts available).

Does Abba Santander Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Abba Santander Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Abba Santander Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Abba Santander Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as a bar and a café.

Are there hot tubs at Abba Santander Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Abba Santander Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Abba Santander Hotel serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its cafe.

Will Abba Santander Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Abba Santander Hotel for a fee of EUR 30 per pet, per night.

Does Abba Santander Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Abba Santander Hotel?

The closest major airport to Abba Santander Hotel is Santander (SDR), which is 4.1 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Abba Santander Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Abba Santander Hotel.

Reviews

Abba Santander Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 193 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ana L

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good location

It’s an old hotel, the room very narrow, it smells old, but it is excellently located which balanced out the inconveniences . The lady at the front desk, a sweetheart. Nice and knowledgeable .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really wonderful hotel and staff, I enjoyed staying there. Well located, great restaurants nearby and a beautiful park on the water was just a few blocks down.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Carlos

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
After our arrival to the room, we informed the A/C was not working. Nothing was done. We had to sleep with no A/C on June. The next morning, the problem was again reported.,The first option given was to spend again another night…since we did not acepted then we were changed to another room. We do not recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Armando

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice small hotel with a very friendly staff. Great area, parking could be dificult at time, the hotel had 3 reserved spaces and when available they will let you park for as long as you need to. Room medium size, bed good, breakfast good too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best in Santander

Outstanding staff where nothing was too much trouble. Comfortable room and well stocked. We had our dog with us and even he received a welcome gift.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ralph

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ileana, Arlington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right across from the bus station and a block from the train station. Grocery store, shops and restaurants all around. A couple of blocks from Botin arts center and waterfront. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Valeriia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not feel value for money

150 euro for very old and dirty carpet, old furniture, seems strange. Towels and sheets were clean.Bathroom seem like renovate, but all another as for this price is not relevant. Hotel has one advantage- location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tuvimos una muy buena estancia. Hotel muy agradable y muy buen servicio. Tienen un excelente desayuno. Gracias.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok for short stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

mayte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Es una buena opción para llegar y moverse en Santander .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient to the ferry and bus station
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ferry terminal

Ideal location as it was convenient to the ferry terminal and cuty centre
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short Break. Santander Abba Hotel

Our stay was for 3 nights. Four adults. All staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The hotel is very convenient with respect to the ferry (circa 80 meters), the town centre and public transport. Breakfast was very good. Rooms were very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Klaudia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty ,No parking ,no restaurant ,no bar
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ralph

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good functional hotel in walking distance of port, station, bus station, shops, sights, bars, restaurants. Staff were very friendly and professional. Rooms were clean, quiet and well maintained. It had all the facilities I would expect at a reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here 10/11 and 16/17 March while visiting San Sebastian and Bilbao as flew into and out of Santander airport. Got bus outside airport to bus station. €3.20.Hotel is next to bus station. Hotel let me have late check out (6 p.m.) as i'd a late flight - extra €30 euro. Bargain. After trapsing around SS and Bilbao for 5 days it was great to find Lush yesterday and have a bath in the hotel as very foot sore and weary. Its Sunday and Santander is closed!! Bars open so thats ok. If you are flying into Santander and need a bed for the night I highly recommend this comfortable convenient Hotel..
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I enjoyed a comfortable night and excellent breakfast and will use ABBA again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

James, Ann Arbor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The hotel is in a good location for bus and train services. They really need to pull up the carpet as this makes the room feel very dirty and dusty.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient for ferry terminal

We stayed one night with our dog before taking the ferry back to the UK. It is very convenient for the ferry terminal. Lots of restaurants near by.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clare, Plymouth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfectly placed for everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel

The room was comfortable and clean. All of the staff were friendly and very helpful. The breakfast was lovely lots to chose from. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023