The Best Hotels in Cantabria

Here’s our manually curated guide to the best luxury, boutique, and most charming hotels in Cantabria. Bon voyage!

Hannah, Travel Blogger

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Helguera Palacio Boutique & Antique

Rated 9.4 in 96 reviews

Located in Torrelavega, 28 km from Puerto Chico, Helguera Palacio Boutique & Antique provides accommodation with an… See more

Located in Torrelavega, 28 km from Puerto Chico, Helguera Palacio Boutique & Antique provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Featuring a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. Guests can have a drink at the bar.

At the hotel, each room includes a desk. All units in Helguera Palacio Boutique & Antique are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.

At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Spanish cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested.

Santander Port is 28 km from Helguera Palacio Boutique & Antique, while Santander Festival Palace is 28 km from the property. Santander Airport is 23 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Rooms from $474

Eurostars Hotel Real

Rated 9.0 in 1470 reviews

This impressive palace-style building offers beautiful views over Santander Bay and El Sardinero Beach. It has a free… See more

This impressive palace-style building offers beautiful views over Santander Bay and El Sardinero Beach. It has a free gym and elegant, classic-style rooms with free Wi-Fi.

The bright, air-conditioned rooms at Hotel Real have satellite TV and some offer sea views. The large bathrooms come with a bathrobe and hairdryer.

Guests can admire views of the bay from the restaurant, elegant bar and the large cocktail terrace. Hotel Real’s award-winning El Puntal restaurant serves Cantabrian cuisine and offers a choice from over 180 wines.

Rooms from $136

Soho Boutique Palacio de Pombo

Rated 8.8 in 6250 reviews

Well located in Santander, Soho Boutique Palacio de Pombo provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a… See more

Well located in Santander, Soho Boutique Palacio de Pombo provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. The property is located 2.5 km from El Sardinero Casino, 3.3 km from Santander Port and 3.8 km from La Magdalena Palace. Peninsula of Magdalena is 3.9 km from the hotel and Campo Municipal de Golf Matalenas is 4 km away.

At the hotel, each room is fitted with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, certain rooms at Soho Boutique Palacio de Pombo also offer a city view. Guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine.

Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast.

Speaking English and Spanish at the reception, staff are ready to help around the clock.

Popular points of interest near Soho Boutique Palacio de Pombo include Playa Los Peligros, Puerto Chico and Santander Festival Palace. Santander Airport is 8 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Rooms from $84

Hotel Sol Boutique

Rated 8.9 in 1682 reviews

Situated 1.8 km from Playa Los Peligros, Hotel Sol Boutique offers 4-star accommodation in Santander and has a garden, a… See more

Situated 1.8 km from Playa Los Peligros, Hotel Sol Boutique offers 4-star accommodation in Santander and has a garden, a terrace and a bar. Popular points of interest nearby include Santander Cathedral, Menendez Pelayo Library and El Sardinero Stadium. The property is non-smoking and is located 500 metres from Santander Port.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Free WiFi is accessible to all guests, while certain rooms have a balcony. The rooms have a wardrobe.

Languages spoken at the 24-hour front desk include English and Spanish.

Popular points of interest near Hotel Sol Boutique include Puerto Chico, Santander Festival Palace and El Sardinero Casino. Santander Airport is 8 km from the property.

Rooms from $98

Gran Hotel Sardinero

Rated 8.9 in 3743 reviews

This seafront hotel is set 20 metres from Sardinero Beach. It offers elegant rooms, in many cases with views of the… See more

This seafront hotel is set 20 metres from Sardinero Beach. It offers elegant rooms, in many cases with views of the Cantabrian Sea, 20 metres from Sardinero Gran Casino.

Rooms at Gran Hotel Sardinero feature classic cream décor. All include a minibar with welcome water, a safe, free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and a private bathroom.

The hotel’s charming restaurant offers traditional, regional cuisine while the cafeteria offers light snacks and refreshments. There are also lots of pleasant lounge areas where guests can relax.

Gran Sardinero Hotel is set 400 metres from the Magdalena Palace and 500 metres from both the Congress and Sports Palaces. Buses and taxis to the centre of Santander, 3 km, pass just outside the hotel.

Car rental is available at the property, which has private parking for a fee and is 10 km from Santander Airport.

Rooms from $82

Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites

Rated 9.1 in 3070 reviews

Set in Santander, 1.7 km from Playa Los Peligros, Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites offers accommodation with a… See more

Set in Santander, 1.7 km from Playa Los Peligros, Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the facilities at this property are a business centre and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Some units at the property feature a terrace with a city view.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All guest rooms have a wardrobe.

Popular points of interest near Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites include Puerto Chico, Santander Festival Palace and El Sardinero Casino. Santander Airport is 8 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Rooms from $74

Hotel Casa del Marqués

Rated 9.5 in 864 reviews

Residence to the ‘Marquis of Santillana’ back in the 15th century, the building has now been carefully renovated into… See more

Residence to the ‘Marquis of Santillana’ back in the 15th century, the building has now been carefully renovated into this delightful 5-star hotel. With such an intriguing history you will feel as if you have stepped back in time but with all the comforts of the present day.

The original oak staircase (made from a single tree trunk) is an impressive sight upon entering the hotel. Although fully equipped hotel with all the latest facilities there is a good balance between luxury, tradition and comfort.

Rooms from $108

San Román de Escalante

Rated 9.2 in 437 reviews

The charming San Román de Escalante dates from the 17th century and features striking, individually decorated rooms with… See more

The charming San Román de Escalante dates from the 17th century and features striking, individually decorated rooms with pieces of art work. Surrounded by gardens, it features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.

Opening onto a balcony, the spacious rooms at San Román de Escalante have high ceilings and classic décor. Some include features such as beamed ceilings, marble pillars or 4-poster beds.

All rooms have air conditioning, a TV, minibar, coffee maker and a private bathroom with free toiletries.

There is also a relaxing lounge area and a terrace overlooking the lovely gardens.

The surrounding area is ideal for horse riding and walking. The beaches at Santoña can be reached in 15 minutes by car, while the fishing villages of Noja and Laredo are within 15 km of the hotel.

Rooms from $147

Hotel Cuevas - Adults Only

Rated 9.6 in 1190 reviews

Featuring a seasonal outdoor pool with a furnished terrace, Hotel Cuevas is located on a rustic building with modern… See more

Featuring a seasonal outdoor pool with a furnished terrace, Hotel Cuevas is located on a rustic building with modern décor and that is nestled in the picturesque village of Santillana del Mar. The world-famous caves of Altamira, with their prehistoric cave paintings, lie just 5 minutes from the hotel. Free WiFi is provided.

Rooms feature a Smart TV, air conditioning, and . Minibar is available for a surcharge. The bathroom comes with free toiletries, bath or rain shower, and hairdryer. Some rooms come with balcony or terrace.

The hotel offers breakfast. There is also a bar on site where guests can have snacks and drinks.

Guests have free access to a shared lounge with a chimney and a TV.

Rooms from $109

Hotel Rhin Garden

Rated 9.3 in 454 reviews

Situated in Santander, 300 metres from Playa El Sardinero II, Hotel Rhin Garden features accommodation with a garden… See more

Situated in Santander, 300 metres from Playa El Sardinero II, Hotel Rhin Garden features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides room service, a concierge service and organising tours for guests.

At the hotel, each room is equipped with a desk. The rooms have a safety deposit box, while selected rooms also boast a balcony and others also feature city views. All rooms in Hotel Rhin Garden are fitted with a TV and free toiletries.

A buffet breakfast is available at the accommodation.

Languages spoken at the 24-hour front desk include English, Spanish and French.

Popular points of interest near Hotel Rhin Garden include El Sardinero Casino, Puerto Chico and Santander Festival Palace. Santander Airport is 11 km from the property.

Rooms from $123

Costa Esmeralda Suites

Rated 9.3 in 951 reviews

This typically-Cantabrian hotel is surrounded by verdant lawns, just 300 metres from the bars, restaurants and shops of… See more

This typically-Cantabrian hotel is surrounded by verdant lawns, just 300 metres from the bars, restaurants and shops of Suances, on Spain’s Green Coast. Suances Beach is 250 metres away. There is a 24-hour gym and a seasonal outdoor hot tub.

This charming hotel is housed in a traditional stone building with rustic, French-style décor. All rooms come with a private bathroom with a hairdryer, free toiletries and a bath and shower. The hotel also features an outdoor pool, and an outdoor hot tub open from June to October.

Set in the narrow strip of land between the Picos de Europa Mountains and the Bay of Biscay, this area of Spain is known for its pleasant climate and lush vegetation. As well as the shops and bars, Suances also has a pretty fishing port.

Rooms from $89

Abba Palacio de Soñanes Hotel

Rated 9.0 in 175 reviews

Abba Palacio de Soñanes Hotel features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Villacarriedo. Featuring a seasonal… See more

Abba Palacio de Soñanes Hotel features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Villacarriedo. Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides room service, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests.

At the hotel, every room has a desk. All units will provide guests with a minibar.

A buffet breakfast is available at Abba Palacio de Soñanes Hotel.

Speaking English, Spanish and French, staff are always on hand to help at the reception.

Santander Port is 34 km from the accommodation, while Puerto Chico is 35 km away. Santander Airport is 30 km from the property.

Rooms from $144

Akla Hotel Palacio Torre de Ruesga

Rated 9.1 in 114 reviews

Located in Lastras, Akla Hotel Palacio Torre de Ruesga provides a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service, luggage… See more

Located in Lastras, Akla Hotel Palacio Torre de Ruesga provides a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service, luggage storage space and free WiFi. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, evening entertainment and a shared lounge.

All units in the hotel are equipped with a TV and a hairdryer.

Guests at Akla Hotel Palacio Torre de Ruesga can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast.

Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Lastras, like fishing and canoeing.

Santander Airport is 51 km away.

Rooms from $103

Castilla Termal Solares

Rated 8.9 in 2453 reviews

With superb relaxation and spa facilities, including a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, this is a luxurious, modern and… See more

With superb relaxation and spa facilities, including a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, this is a luxurious, modern and renovated historical building in a tranquil setting of Solares. Somo and Loredo Beaches are just 10 km from the hotel, while Santander is 18 km away. Free WiFi is provided and free public parking is available on site.

The Castilla Termal Balneario de Solares rooms are comfortable and modern, with natural light and big windows overlooking the park or the garden. They include a air conditioning, a minibar, and a TV. The bathroom comes with free toiletries, bath, and hairdryer.

Guests have access to the hotel's spa, the well-equipped fitness centre, and the indoor and outdoor swimming pools.

At night, enjoy traditional regional specialties or international favourites at the Castilla Termal Balneario de Solares restaurant. ;

Rooms from $146

Santemar

Rated 8.9 in 10172 reviews

Situated 150 metres from Santander’s Sardinero Beach and Casino, the Santemar features a Japanese garden and elegant… See more

Situated 150 metres from Santander’s Sardinero Beach and Casino, the Santemar features a Japanese garden and elegant rooms with air conditioning. It also offers a lounge with a flat-screen TV.

The restaurant serves typical Cantabrian dishes, made with local and regional products. The hotel also has a café-bar for light meals and drinks.

Rooms at Santemar include a large marble bathroom complete with a hairdryer. They also come with a minibar and safe.

Santemar’s 24-hour reception operates a tour desk and ticket service. Car rental can be arranged for guests and parking is available on site, for an additional cost.

Rooms from $69

Vincci Puertochico

Rated 8.7 in 2943 reviews

Vincci Puertochico is situated just metres from Puertochico Marina, with fantastic views over Santander Bay. The… See more

Vincci Puertochico is situated just metres from Puertochico Marina, with fantastic views over Santander Bay. The soundproofed, air-conditioned rooms offer free WiFi.

Rooms at the Vincci Puertochico feature bright décor, satellite TV and a stylish tiled bathroom. Some rooms offer views of the marina and the surrounding area.

Free WiFi is offered throughout the hotel. There is an underground public parking near the hotel.

Guests can enjoy buffet breakfast at the hotel, while tapas are available in the café or out on the summer terrace. The café also serves a range of teas, gourmet coffees and pastries. The hotel's breakfast includes products for celiacs.

Set in the main shopping and entertainment area of Santander, the accommodation is near the marina and several restaurants. Sardinero Beach is a 5-minute drive away.

This Vincci is around 700 metres from the beaches of Los Bikinis and Magdalena. The Cantabria Palacio de Festivales Entertainment Venue and the Príncipe Felipe Sailing School are 300 metres away. The Magdalena Palace is 2.5 km from Vincci Puertochico.

Rooms from $76

Gran Hotel Balneario De Puente Viesgo

Rated 8.8 in 3634 reviews

Gran Hotel Puente Balneario Viesgo features a luxury spa, fitness centre and free parking. It is set in attractive… See more

Gran Hotel Puente Balneario Viesgo features a luxury spa, fitness centre and free parking. It is set in attractive gardens by Cantabria’s River Pas and is 28km from Santander.

All rooms at the Gran Hotel Puente Viesgo have free WiFi. Each includes cable TV, a minibar and a private bathroom. Most rooms have air conditioning.

The hotel spa offers a range of hydrotherapy treatments, a massage service and flotation pool. It also has a hydro-massage pool, hot tubs and saunas.

The Balneario Viesgo is surrounded by hills and forests. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Caves of Monte Castillo is 5 minutes' drive away and the Cabárceno Natural Park is just 15 km away.

The hotel has good access to major roads. These include the E70 and A67 motorways. The hotel has an airport transfer service, available on request.

Rooms from $95

Akla Hotel Suites Valles Pasiegos

Rated 8.9 in 493 reviews

Set in Saro, 32 km from Santander Port, Akla Hotel Suites Valles Pasiegos offers accommodation with a shared lounge… See more

Set in Saro, 32 km from Santander Port, Akla Hotel Suites Valles Pasiegos offers accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a bar. Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel has a hot tub and room service.

At the hotel, every room includes a wardrobe. All rooms include a desk and a flat-screen TV, and some units at Akla Hotel Suites Valles Pasiegos have a balcony. All guest rooms at the accommodation come with a seating area.

Akla Hotel Suites Valles Pasiegos offers a buffet or continental breakfast.

There is a business centre on site and guests can play golf nearby.

Puerto Chico is 33 km from the hotel, while Santander Festival Palace is 33 km from the property. Santander Airport is 27 km away.

Rooms from $86

Abba Comillas Hotel

Rated 8.7 in 997 reviews

Abba Comillas Hotel offers bright, spacious rooms with lovely views. The hotel has a paid spa centre and a heated indoor… See more

Abba Comillas Hotel offers bright, spacious rooms with lovely views. The hotel has a paid spa centre and a heated indoor swimming pool.

A hot tub, a sauna, a Turkish bath and a foot bath are all available at the spa centre. The Hotel Comillas also has a massage and treatment service and a large fitness centre.

The Oyambre restaurant offers a range of gourmet cuisine and lovely views. There is also a library, a garden and a terrace.

Public parking is free on site and private parking is offered at a good price. The hotel is in the heart of Cantabria, a short drive to central Comillas.

Rooms from $78

Kampaoh Las Arenas

Rated 8.1 in 1473 reviews

Set in Pechón, within 200 metres of Playa del Pedreru and 23 km of Soplao Cave, Kampaoh Las Arenas offers accommodation… See more

Set in Pechón, within 200 metres of Playa del Pedreru and 23 km of Soplao Cave, Kampaoh Las Arenas offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property features sea views and is 23 km from Sobrellano Palace and 24 km from El Capricho de Gaudi. The luxury tent has family rooms.

At the luxury tent, units are equipped with bed linen and towels.

A bar can be found on-site.

Desfiladero de la Hermida is 28 km from the luxury tent, while Santa Maria de Lebeña Church is 34 km from the property. Santander Airport is 67 km away.

Rooms from $48