Hotel Santemar in Santander
✅ Rooms are clean, spacious, and well-equipped with air conditioning ✅ Friendly, helpful, and efficient staff praised in multiple reviews ✅ Excellent breakfast buffet with a variety of local meats, cheeses, and hot options ✅ Convenient location close to the beach and local restaurants ✅ Free roadside parking available and secure underground parking for a fee ✅ Hotel interior feels modern and luxurious despite the older building ❌ Some guests found the restaurant food average and slightly overpriced ❌ A few reviews mention unwelcoming or rude dining room staff ❌ Parking in surrounding streets can be difficult despite free roadside spaces ❌ The hotel exterior looks outdated and less attractive ❌ Some guests noted pillows were uncomfortable and mini-bars not optimally cooled ❌ One review reported a reservation mix-up with room types and delayed resolution
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Description
Hotel Santemar is a 4-star hotel built in 1981 and renovated in 2003, located in Santander. It offers a variety of room types including Deluxe Quadruple, Deluxe Family, Deluxe Double with and without sea view, Double Junior Suite, and a Royal Suite. The hotel provides many amenities such as air conditioning, free WiFi, a fitness center, a casino, and a children’s playground. Guests will find a buffet restaurant on-site along with a bar and room service options. Parking is available free of charge on the street, and there is an underground garage for an additional fee. The hotel’s interior is described as modern and clean despite the older exterior. Reviewers frequently mention the attentive and friendly staff, as well as spacious, well-appointed rooms with excellent bathrooms. The hotel also offers free bike rentals and is near a golf course within 3 kilometers.
Location
Hotel Santemar is located at C. Joaquín Costa, 28, BAJO in Santander, Spain. It stands just 220 meters from the Primera playa de El Sardinero, making the beach easily accessible by a short walk. The hotel is approximately 6 km from Santander Airport (SDR). Nearby dining options include Restaurant Telepizza (90 m), Restaurante La Bodega (91 m), and Restaurant Maremondo (241 m). While the hotel is close to the peninsula beach and local restaurants, it is about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride to the city center. The hotel’s position near the beach and local amenities allows guests to enjoy both seaside and urban experiences.
Tips
- Bring your own pillow if you prefer more comfort, as some guests found the provided pillows unsatisfactory.
- Consider eating at nearby local restaurants instead of the hotel restaurant, which some guests found overpriced and average in quality.
- Use the free bike rentals to explore the surroundings or take advantage of the short walk to the beach and local amenities.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
- Breakfast: Buffet [Mon - Sun] 07:30-10:30 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: AmericanExpress, DinersClub, MasterCard, Visa
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- Shopping on site
- Computer
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Smoking areas
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Electric car charging
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- Minibar
- Hairdryer
- Flat-screen TV
- Shower/Bathtub
- Bathtub
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Ironing
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Telephone
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Breakfast in the room
- Cafe
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Free Wi-Fi
- Car rental
- Transfer services
- Spanish
- English
- Multi-language staff
- Tour assistance
- Bike rental
- Casino
- Nightclub
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Parking
- Garage
- Beach/pool towels
- Next to the beach
- Business center
- Event facilities
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Conference Hall
- Cycling
- Fitness facilities
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Massage
- Beauty services
- First Aid Kit
- Playroom
- Babysitting and childcare
- Children's playground
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Pets Not Allowed
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 220 m. It takes 3 minutes To the beach!
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Reviews
- Too far from everywhere Muy lejos de todo .
I definitely will not be staying there again.
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Frequently asked questions about Hotel Santemar
What types of rooms are available at Hotel Santemar?
The hotel offers Deluxe Quadruple room, Deluxe Family room, Deluxe Double room, Deluxe Double room with sea view, Double Junior Suite, and Royal Suite.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, free parking is available on the roadside near the hotel. Additionally, there is an underground garage parking for an extra fee.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Santemar?
No, pets are not allowed at this hotel.
How close is Hotel Santemar to the beach?
The hotel is approximately 220 meters from Primera playa de El Sardinero, about a 1-2 minute walk.
Does the hotel offer breakfast and what is it like?
Yes, a buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 to 10:30 with a variety of local meats, cheeses, fresh fruit, pastries, breads, cereals, and hot options.
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Hotel prices for: June - July 2026 calendar
The average hotel price this month is 251 USD The best time to book is June 1, with rates starting from 251 USD