A little port town overlooking the Bay of Santoña to the east of Santander, Santoña is a wonderful destination for relaxed seaside holidays. Also brilliant as a stopping point on a road trip across northern Spain, this community has a famously friendly atmosphere and is surrounded by a number of excellent walking trails. Accommodation options include self-catering villas as well as charming hotels; our selection of the best places to stay in Santoña highlights a very special little B&B.

Santoña does have its own city beach, with beautiful bay views, but the nearby Playa de Berria is particularly striking, and well-suited to surfing as well as swimming. For glorious ocean views, clamber up to the Faro del Caballo, a historic lighthouse on Monte Buciero. You’ll be able to see the sheltered Bay of Santoña as well as the larger Cantabrian Sea from there. The Virgen del Puerto, on one side of the mountain and easily accessed by the seafront Paseo Pereda, is well worth admiring, as are the historic Fuerte de San Carlos and Fuerte de San Martín.

Expect busy summers and school holidays, with families from within Cantabria and further afield heading to the coast to make the most of the sunshine and watersports. Spring and late summer are generally quieter. Consider booking your room at one of the best places to stay in Santoña well in advance!

The Best Places to Stay in Santoña

For Intimate Charm

• Posada las Garzas is a charming 11-bedroom B&B with whitewashed interiors and lots of exposed wood. Close to Playa de Berria, it's a lovely spot for relaxed holidaymakers as well as outdoorsy types looking to swim, surf, hike and mountain bike. Families are very welcome.

FOR AN APARTMENT OR HOLIDAY VILLA

• If you'd prefer a self-catering option, we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

TRAVEL INFORMATION

• Fly into Santander-Seve Ballesteros Airport and travel 35 minutes east by bus or taxi to Santoña. Alternatively, journey by overnight ferry to Santander from various ports in the UK, and continue by road from there. Many hotels will be happy to arrange an airport pick up in advance.
• Cantabria is wonderful for a road trip! Contact our online partner Rentalcars if you would like to hire a car.
• Expect warm and sunny summers, with temperatures averaging at around 20°C - 24°C between June and August. Do be aware that this is peak holiday season for travellers from Spain & further afield. For fewer crowds and great hotel deals, travel in April, May or late September.

STILL NOT SURE?

• Explore our list of all the best places to stay in Santander.
• Alternatively, expand your search to see our pick of the best places to stay in Cantabria.
• Or contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.

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