Santander Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Santander, Cantabria

Significant historical sites in Santander are probably at the top of your travel itinerary. And while you’re here, you can visit the major shopping area and popular beaches.

Based on our travel expertise, Hotel Bahia is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and parking. Mercado La Esperanza is a short walk away. Other choices near historic sites include Hotel Silken Coliseum and Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía.

Santander is home to 242 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Santander is notable for landmarks like Mercado La Esperanza, Cabo Mayor Lighthouse and Palacio de la Magdalena. Cultural venues include Centro Botín, Cantabria Maritime Museum and Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Santander and Cantabria. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Santander Cathedral and Plaza Porticada.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll spend a night or two in a place that has a national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the public spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Santander, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The building and architecture of historic hotels tend to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value along with how it influenced the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you’ve come to expect, while every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the amenities found in any hotel will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Santander, you won’t find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.