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About the Hotel

Plaza De Italia, 1, Santander, Spain, 39005
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Next to the beaches
Great
8.9
9.4
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Located just 250 metres from Santander Beach, the 4-star Gran Hotel Sardinero Santander is in close proximity to the Italy Square. Offering a location only a 5-minute walk from the Playa Primera de El Sardinero, the hotel overlooks sea and has an à la carte restaurant.

Location

Situated within a few blocks of the Puerto Chico, the grand hotel also gives access to such sports venues as the multi - purpose El Sardinero Stadium, which is 950 metres away. At the Gran Hotel Sardinero Santander you'll be 1 km from Magdalena Beach.

Nature lovers will appreciate the vicinity of Parque Los Pinares, located about 5 minutes' walk away. The property stands 2.4 km from the 14th-century upper church "Santander Cathedral", popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.

Gran Hotel Sardinero is just a few steps from Plaza de Italia Casino bus station.

Rooms

This unique hotel provides guests with 126 rooms appointed with soundproof windows along with a mini-fridge-bar. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as comforts as an air conditioner are also featured.

Eat & Drink

The smoke-free property features a lounge bar and Mouro restaurant serving Spanish cuisine. You can try Spanish cuisine in a restaurant which is located very close by.

Leisure & Business

Corporate travellers will benefit from 5 meeting rooms available on site.

Must-do experiences

  • Savor fresh anchovies at Restaurante El Serbal; a local favorite.
  • Stroll along Playa del Sardinero at sunset for breathtaking views.
  • Visit the Mercado de la Esperanza for local produce and seafood.
  • Explore the Maritime Museum for a deep dive into Santander's history.
  • Discover the hidden beauty of Jardines de Pereda in the city center.
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Gran Hotel Sardinero offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Double or Twin Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Double or Twin Sea View
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Sea view
Heating
Air conditioning
Junior Suite Extra Bed
2 persons
335 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Bathtub
Junior Suite
2 persons
335 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Bathtub
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Facilities

Gran Hotel Sardinero offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.9/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Lift
  • Electric vehicle charging station

Services

  • Room service
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Gran Hotel Sardinero Location

Plaza De Italia, 1, Santander, Spain, 39005
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Plaza De Italia, 1, Santander, Spain, 39005
Nearby
Beach
Sardinero
1000 ft
Plaza de Italia
Gran Casino Sardinero
100 ft
Beach
Playa Primera de El Sardinero
1000 ft
Calle Iglesia 1
Church of San Roque
1100 ft
Plaza Italia
200 ft
Av. Castañeda
Piquio Gardens
1100 ft
Playa Santander
900 ft
Beach
Playa Del Camello
1500 ft
Av. los Infantes
Parque Los Pinares
1500 ft
Restaurants
La Cania Restaurante
600 ft
Calle Joaquin Costa 45 En el Sardinero
Heladeria La Italiana
300 ft
Plaza De Italia
Restaurante Miramar
300 ft
Plaza de Italia
Alamar
800 ft
Calle de Joaquin Costa 43 Patio
Gastro BAR COSTA 43
700 ft
Calle de Joaquin Costa 43
Restaurante Los Infantes Gourmet
600 ft
Calle Maura
Marea Alta
700 ft
Avenida de la Reina Victoria 153
Don Carlos
900 ft
Calle del Duque de Santo Mauro 20
Getting around
City Centre
Santander30 min  ·  1.6 mi
Airports
Santander (SDR)16 min  ·  6.5 mi
Bilbao (BIO)169 min  ·  69.9 mi
Train
Santander Train Station33 min  ·  1.7 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site (reservation might be needed) at EUR 17 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of EUR 16 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2012
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
126
Former name
Hotel Sardinero

Reviews and Ratings

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Review score
Based on 1320 verified reviews
8.8/10
Great
93%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Comfort
9.2/10
Facilities
8.9/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.0/10
Location
9.6/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Staff
9.1/10
Value for money
8.6/10
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based on 929 reviews
4.5/5
based on 3739 reviews
8.9/10
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