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Hotel Santemar

4.0 star property

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Buffet
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Business center
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Royal Suite | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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C/ Joaquin Costa, 28, Santander, Cantabria, 39005
  • Place, Gran Casino del Sardinero
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Primera El Sardinero Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, El Sardinero Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santander (SDR)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a decorative tree wall art piece.

Deluxe Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • City view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a vanity, and a wall-mounted telephone.

Deluxe Room, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a decorative tree wall art piece.

Deluxe Triple Room (extra bed)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Royal Suite | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Royal Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room for Single Use

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room Single Use, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Junior Suite Room

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Single Room

  • 143 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Santander

Hotel Santemar places you next to Gran Casino del Sardinero and within a 5-minute walk of El Sardinero Beach. This 348-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Gran Casino del Sardinero - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Primera El Sardinero Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Jardines de Piquio - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • El Sardinero Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Palacio de la Magdalena - 10 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Santander (YJL-Santander Train Station) - 11 min drive
  • Santander (SDR) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Balneario de la Concha - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Max Sports Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪With Love - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Cañía - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Maula - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Hotel Santemar

Hotel Santemar features a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Self parking is offered for EUR 30 per day. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a business center, a computer station, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Beds are dressed in pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Espresso makers, safes, and phones are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 30 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 24 for adults and EUR 14 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • El Rincón de Mouro

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 9 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 10.0 per day

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 24 for adults and EUR 14 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 30 per day
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 per day

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 and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

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 and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Hotel Santemar
Hotel Santemar Santander
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Santemar Hotel
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Santemar Hotel Santander
Hotel Santemar Hotel
Hotel Santemar Santander
Hotel Santemar Hotel Santander

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Santemar?

Hotel Santemar offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Santemar?

As of Jul 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Santemar on Jul 13, 2026 start from $206, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do within easy reach of Hotel Santemar?

Located steps from Gran Casino del Sardinero, this hotel is in Santander, and within a 10-minute walk of El Sardinero Beach and Bay of Biscay. You'll also find Primera El Sardinero Beach and Jardines de Piquio less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Santemar?

Yes, covered parking is offered for EUR 30 per day. An electric car charging station is also available for guests.

Does Hotel Santemar include a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Santemar doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Santemar?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel Santemar?

This waterfront hotel offers many amenities for couples such as a restaurant and a bar/lounge with some guestrooms featuring a fireplace.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Santemar?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Hotel Santemar have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Santemar serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at El Rincón de Mouro.

Does Hotel Santemar allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Santemar.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Santemar?

Yes, you can book connecting rooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Santemar?

The closest major airport to Hotel Santemar is Santander (SDR), which is 6.2 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Santemar?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Hotel Santemar that offer a balcony.

Does Hotel Santemar host weddings?

There are wedding services available at Hotel Santemar if that's in your vacation plans.

Hotel Santemar Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 528 out of 990 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 340 out of 990 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 990 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 990 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 990 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Hotel in a very convenient position for the beach and Restaurants.
This was the view from our bedroom .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parked right outside brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Omaira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay, the rooms were spotless, the staff accommodating and the location is fantastic, just close to the bus station, restaurants and the Sardinero beach. Great place to stay and walk around to get to know Santander.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Great hotel in a great location

Great hotel, great location, refurbished rooms, good facilities, PlayStation for the kids, good WiFi, very clean, nice staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and convenient hotel within a walkable distance to the beaches. Nice spacious rooms with amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAVIER Martin-Gamero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, spacious and comfortable room. Hotel near the beach and local amenities. Quiet and good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rosalie

Liked: Amenities
Excellent stay could not have been happier with everything catered for staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yanet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, willing to help
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alfonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with good facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo excelente
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A relaxing comfortable stay in a hotel close to stunning beach and coastline
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A place to comeback 💯
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was lovely, very clean, close to the beach and centre around a 20mins walk through the tunnel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere, more a commercial hotel feel than a tourist destination
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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6/10 Okay

Kvetoslava

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Amazing breakfast!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Hotel

Very nice hotel, staff were efficient and friendly. Amenities were excellent, rooms clean and well maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bengt

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

Exellent hotel!

It's an exellent hotel close to the beach and also public transportations which easily takes you to the centre. Nice long beachwalk. There are also nice sourroundings, bar/restaurants and supermarkets.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JUAN MANUEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

Great place to stay with excellent food.

As last time a good experience except there appeared to be a disco until 4am so next year will request a high room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with friendly staff. Very close to the beach and main plaza
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023