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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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Front of property
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (EUR 18 per person)
Interior entrance
Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Avenida Reina Victoria, 153, Santander, Cantabria, 39005
  • Place, El Sardinero Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Palacio de la Magdalena
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Santander Ferry Terminal
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santander (SDR)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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

Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

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

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room, Connecting Rooms

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

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double or Twin Room

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

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Triple Room

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

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room, Connecting Rooms, Sea View

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

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

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

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

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

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

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 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
  • Gran Casino del Sardinero - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Palacio de la Magdalena - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Santander Cathedral - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • 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 Balneario de la Concha - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Maremondo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪100 Montaditos - La Sureña - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Cañía - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪With Love - ‬6 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 dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. 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.

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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
Silken Rio Santander
Silken Santander
Hotel Silken Rio
Silken Rio Santander Santander
Hotel Silken Rio Santander Hotel
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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.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

As of Sep 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Silken Rio Santander on Oct 5, 2025 start from $73.41, excluding 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 see near Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

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

Will I be able to park 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 good 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.

Does Hotel Silken Rio Santander have a hot tub?

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

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

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.

Reviews

Hotel Silken Rio Santander Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 590 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 590 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 590 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 590 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 590 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great stay. Loved the location and the extraordinary view of the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Addys

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very comfortable and right across the beach. VERY WAKABLE!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mehmet, izmir

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

8/10 Good

JAIME, PEMBROKE PINES

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Well located, beautiful beach close to Palacio de la Magdalena 20 minutes walking
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle, Biscayne Park

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is very good. NIce walk and restaurants around. We also had a lot of free parking around hotel. Staff was very nice to us even gave me an upgrade and they wished me happy birthday at check out they remembers. Nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and great location, AC rather tempremental - but other than that perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kirsty

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, lovely room, comfy beds, great sea view, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

5 night stay in santander

A pleasant enough stay at the Rio Silken, a 5 night break mainly as a base for the football in Bilbao! Room was fine, bed was comfy for good nights rest, and the staff more than helpful and responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

VIVIANA

Frente al mar
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

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

Mainly good stay

Towels were changed almost daily. One issue we had was that tea and coffee were not automatically replenished. This had to be paid for. Not 4 star service. Hotel very well situated right in the front close to all the bars and restaurants and beaches of El Sardinero
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with partner
All of the staff were kind and helpful our room was very comfortable with amazing view The coffee shop also had lots of nice snacks to choose from
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marta

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely comfortable and close to all amenities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estefania

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

A C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic place to stay. Very clean and welcoming with all modern amenities.. I got a free upgrade to a seaview which was amazing. I cant wait to come and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice family hotel. Both 2 Rolls are connected
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the sea and beach
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

gareth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel over looking the beach. Buses outside to go to city centre in 5 mins. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 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

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