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Hotel Silken Rio Santander

4.0 star property
Oceanfront hotel with bar/lounge, near Santander Ferry Terminal

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View from property
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (EUR 18 per person)
Front of property
Interior entrance
1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Avenida Reina Victoria, 153, Santander, Cantabria, 39005
  • Gran Casino del Sardinero
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Palacio de la Magdalena
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Santander Ferry Terminal
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Santander (SDR)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Room options

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Connecting Rooms

1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room, Connecting Rooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Connecting Rooms, Sea View

1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room, Connecting Rooms, Sea View

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Sea View

1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Santander

Located in El Sardinero, Hotel Silken Rio Santander is next to popular attractions like El Sardinero Beach and Bay of Biscay. This 89-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • El Sardinero Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Primera El Sardinero Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gran Casino del Sardinero - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Palacio de la Magdalena - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Santander Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Santander (YJL-Santander Train Station) - 11 min drive
  • Santander (SDR) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Maremondo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafeteria Manila - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bar Restaurante la Cañia - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Balneario de la Concha - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Balneario la Magdalena - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Hotel Silken Rio Santander

Oceanfront hotel with bar/lounge, near Santander Ferry Terminal
Renovated in 2020, Hotel Silken Rio Santander offers a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. If you drive, self parking is EUR 22 per day, and there's also an area shuttle for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a computer station, free newspapers, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Beds are dressed in down comforters and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Minibars, safes, and phones are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 22 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Marea Alta
  • Marea Baja

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,153 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1964
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - July 2020
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 13 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 18 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 22 per day
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 13 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in.

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.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from June 01 to September 30 in accordance with national or local laws.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Rio Santander
Silken Rio
Silken Rio Hotel
Silken Rio Hotel Santander
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Silken Santander
Hotel Silken Rio
Silken Rio Santander Santander
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

Hotel Silken Rio Santander offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see near Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

This hotel is situated in El Sardinero, just steps from El Sardinero Beach and Bay of Biscay. You'll also find Primera El Sardinero Beach and Gran Casino del Sardinero less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

Yes, covered parking is offered for EUR 22 per day.

Does Hotel Silken Rio Santander feature a casino?

No, Hotel Silken Rio Santander doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Silken Rio Santander a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront hotel include a soaking tub and a minibar in each guestroom with some featuring sea views.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Silken Rio Santander have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Silken Rio Santander serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Marea Alta.

Does Hotel Silken Rio Santander allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Silken Rio Santander though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

The closest major airport to Hotel Silken Rio Santander is Santander (SDR), which is 6.1 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

No, at Hotel Silken Rio Santander, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does Hotel Silken Rio Santander have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Hotel Silken Rio Santander if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Hotel Silken Rio Santander Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 247 out of 566 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 566 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 566 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 566 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 566 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mehmet, izmir

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb value. Super clean and modern. Very friendly and helpful staff. Close to good resaurants and bars. Plus adjacent to the.beach. We'll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

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

Highly Recommend

The greatest asset is the staff. They were endlessly helpful to me in working out all sorts of issues, especially about train travel in Spain. One negative for me: the sharply sloping ceilings in my room are hazardous to a tall person. I hit my head hard several times during my stay. Next time I would like a different style of room if they are available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

melvin

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Edward

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

JESUS, CAROLINA

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aparcamiento muy fácil y ubicación inmejorable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

MAURILIA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Yee Key

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Cecilia

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ladies at the front desk were very nice but the bed was not well made also. Bathroom not clean mold around shower doors
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOSE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, and location. Right in front of the Sardinero beach and city center....Great experience.
View from our room....
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Piotr

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rumana

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Odalis, Riverview

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property at a great location. Many great restaurants nearby Easy public transportation to the center of town Only complaint is the walls were a bit thin But overall, excellent
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Launie

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

Getting ready to walk on the Camino.

Wonderful to be overlooking the beach & be so close to restaurants & bars.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mahziab

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Alejandro, San Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mari

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice, clean, inviting, and peaceful. The staff was very informative and helpful. Enjoyed our stay and totally recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liset, Miami

Liked: Amenities
Excellent hotel with an amazing view
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mornay

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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

Beauty and Comfort

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Fabulous holiday

It was a fabulous hotel for us. We enjoyed every minute of our 3 days stay. Great location.. right In the seafront. Several beaches and parks in the vicinity. There are bus stops a few yards away from front door and frequent buses to city which is only 10 minutes ride away. We didn’t use the café, bar or restaurant in the hotel only because we like little walk before and after meals. There are numerous cafes, small and large restaurants that serve great food, tapas and drink just a few minutes walk away. Some of them have live music and some have beautiful ambiance. The hotel itself is clean and the room very cozy with nice pillows and bed. The hotel staff were nice and friendly, particularly the lady who was in the front desk during our stay. She was very pleasant, polite and kind… always helpful with a smile whether it is giving us charging cable for phone or getting ironing board in the room promptly or explaining about the hybrid bikes available for hire from the hotel. The other members of staff we interacted were very pleasant as well. We have been to most other parts of Spain several times in the past 15 years. It was our first time in Northern Spain and Santander exceeded our expectations in many ways. Certainly staying in this hotel contributed significantly to a great holiday. Suma and Thomas
From beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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