Best-Rated Hotels in Santander, Spain
Updated 1 July 2026 · 36 real hotels
Several hotels in and around Santander have earned perfect or near-perfect traveller scores, spanning budget-friendly guesthouses to stylish apartment suites. Options range from central Santander locations to charming rural properties within 13 km of the city. Sorting by real guest ratings is the most reliable way to find a stay that consistently exceeds expectations.
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The best-rated places to stay in Santander
Santander, the elegant capital of Cantabria, sits on a sweeping bay along Spain's northern Atlantic coast. Whether you are drawn by its long sandy beaches, its Magdalena Palace, or its lively seafood dining scene, where you sleep can shape the whole trip. The hotels listed here have been filtered and ranked exclusively by real traveller scores, so every property on this page has demonstrated a strong track record of genuine guest satisfaction.
The selection covers a range of standing and locations: a polished city-centre suite in the heart of Santander, a rural casona tucked into the Cantabrian countryside, a whole-apartment option for those who prefer independent living, and several well-regarded hotels in nearby villages just a few kilometres from the city. Whatever your travel style or budget, starting with peer-validated ratings gives you the best chance of a stay that lives up to its promise.
Our selection in Santander
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| SURFtoLIVE House - Hostel ★★ | Santander : à 5,9 km | ★ 5 | 55 €/nuit |
| Hotel Picos de Europa ★★ | Cabildo de Arriba | ★ 4.5 | 59 €/nuit |
| Ibis Styles Santander ★★★ | Santander | ★ 4.5 | 64 €/nuit |
| Hotel Finca Alcamino ★★★ | Santa Cruz de Bezana : à 9,2 km de Santander | ★ 4.6 | 65 €/nuit |
| Hotel Casona de Hermosa ★★★★ | Santander : à 12,7 km | ★ 4.8 | 69 €/nuit |
| El Mirador de Rivas ★ | Santander : à 8,8 km | ★ 4.9 | 70 €/nuit |
| Hotel Bemón Playa ★★★ | Santander : à 5,6 km | ★ 4.5 | 73 €/nuit |
| Posada La Rivera de Escalante ★★★ | Santander : à 24,2 km | ★ 4.9 | 74 €/nuit |
| Posada Lunada ★★★★ | Santander : à 15,9 km | ★ 4.9 | 79 €/nuit |
| Hotel Santemar ★★★★ | Santander | ★ 4.4 | 83 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
Which hotels in Santander have the highest traveller ratings?+
Four properties currently hold a perfect 5/5 traveller score: Center Suite Acebedos in central Santander (3 stars, around 251 EUR per night), Hotel Casona de Hermosa about 12.7 km from the city (3.5 stars, around 148 EUR per night), Hostería las Fuentes roughly 6.3 km out (3 stars, around 126 EUR per night), and Cornelia Suites 03 in Santander, a full apartment option (2 stars, around 355 EUR per night). All four have earned the maximum score from travellers who have stayed there.
Are there well-rated hotels just outside Santander that are still convenient?+
Yes. Several top-rated properties sit within a short drive of the city centre. Hotel Mercedes in Muriedas (5.4 km away, 1 star, around 165 EUR per night) scores 4.9/5, as does SF Avenue Santander in Perines (3.5 stars, around 405 EUR per night). Hotel Finca Alcamino in Santa Cruz de Bezana (9.2 km, 3 stars, around 130 EUR per night) and Hotel Palacio de Arce (11.5 km, 3 stars, around 177 EUR per night) both hold a solid 4.7/5. These locations offer easy access to Santander while often providing a quieter or more rural atmosphere.
Is a high traveller score more reliable than the official star rating when choosing a hotel?+
Star ratings reflect standardised facility criteria set by official bodies, while traveller scores capture the lived experience of real guests, covering aspects like cleanliness, service, comfort, and value. A 1-star hotel such as Hotel Mercedes with a 4.9/5 traveller rating can deliver a more satisfying stay than a higher-starred property with mediocre reviews. Using both indicators together gives the fullest picture, but for overall satisfaction, the peer score is often the more telling metric.
What is the most affordable top-rated hotel option near Santander?+
Among the highest-rated properties on this list, Hostería las Fuentes stands out for value, with rates around 126 EUR per night and a perfect 5/5 traveller score. It is located approximately 6.3 km from central Santander. Hotel Finca Alcamino is another competitively priced option at around 130 EUR per night, also carrying a strong 4.7/5 score, situated about 9.2 km from the city in Santa Cruz de Bezana.