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Hotel Palacio del Mar

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near El Sardinero Beach

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Bar (on property)
Terrace/patio
Senior Suite, Hot Tub | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Reception
Senior Suite, Hot Tub | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Calle Alcalde Vega Lamera, 5, Santander, Cantabria, 39005
  • Place, El Sardinero Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Santander Ferry Terminal
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Palacio de la Magdalena
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santander (SDR)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Senior Suite, Hot Tub | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Senior Suite, Hot Tub

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Triple Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Quadruple Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite single | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite single

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Santander

Close to the beach.Your stay at this Santander hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of El Sardinero Beach and El Sardinero Stadium. Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos de Santander and Bay of Biscay are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • El Sardinero Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gran Casino del Sardinero - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Santander Cathedral - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Santander Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Palacio de la Magdalena - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Santander (YJL-Santander Train Station) - 12 min drive
  • Santander (SDR) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafetería Coronna - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Lola - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪El Sardi - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪De Morro Fino - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Policotes - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Hotel Palacio del Mar

4-star hotel near El Sardinero Beach
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business center and 7 meeting rooms are available. A fitness center, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Palacio del Mar. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services.

This 4-star Santander hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 67 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hotel Palacio del Mar offers 67 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 16 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of EUR 22

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
During low season (November 4-December 28), guests booked in Half Board or Full Board rates receive meals in the coffee shop.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 1 to September 8:
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve:
  • Bar/lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 44 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 11 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 16 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 11 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 44 per night
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 22

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To adhere to national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 23 June to 22 September.

Property is also known as

Sercotel Palacio Mar
Sercotel Palacio Mar Hotel
Sercotel Palacio Mar Hotel Santander
Sercotel Palacio Mar Santander
Hotel Sercotel Suite Palacio Mar Santander
Hotel Sercotel Suite Palacio Mar
Sercotel Suite Palacio Mar Santander
Sercotel Suite Palacio Mar

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Palacio del Mar to the airport?

Hotel Palacio del Mar is 5.9 mi (22-min drive) away from the Santander (SDR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel Palacio del Mar have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Palacio del Mar.

How close is Hotel Palacio del Mar to the beach?

This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from El Sardinero Beach and 14-minute walk from Playa de los Molinucos. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Palacio del Mar offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Palacio del Mar, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 16 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Palacio del Mar?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Gran Casino del Sardinero (18-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Palacio del Mar?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hotel Palacio del Mar?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Palacio del Mar have a pool?

Hotel Palacio del Mar does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Palacio del Mar have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Palacio del Mar have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Palacio del Mar to downtown Santander?

Hotel Palacio del Mar is 1.3 mi away from Santander.

Reviews

Hotel Palacio del Mar Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 187 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, El Cerrito

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is at the edge of town, but if you have a car and want less hassle with parking and crowds, stay here. The staff is very nice, and they have a popular bar and cafeteria, even at the edge of town
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

RACHEL

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Maria Teresa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable big room, quiet and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Simon

Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The person at the front desk assisted me to obtaine medication I left at my previous hotel stay. She coordinated the delivery to me of the medication. Well beyond her responsibilities.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

s

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel, quiet area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

I

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

man lung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

stephen

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Utter garbage and shocking treatment

Shocking treatment by both the hotel and hotels.com We were treated with utter contempt by the venue who after much complaining refunded some of our money, very small percentage. Hotels.com also refused to refund the rewards used even though they mis sold the services and standard of the hotel. Hotels.com service even worse than the hotel, as a loyal customer with in excess of 1000 booking over 10 years I am disgusted. Both should be ashamed of themselves
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hotel in Santander

Our ferry was late in and we didn’t get to the Hotel until about 11pm, we had booked a meal in the restaurant in advance and the staff waited for us a cooked us a meal, which was excellent and the staff were fantastic they couldn’t do enough for us. The room was roomy and set out well and a comphy bed, when we put the TV there was no English speaking channels a bit disappointing but not the end of the world. The breakfast was excellent and value for money, this Hotel was very nice and would stay again and spend a few days in Santander in the future, we would recommend this hotel excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Hotel Sercotel Suite Palacio Del Mar

The location of the hotel was excellent with s short walk to the bus station and the beach. However, the hotel is a bit tired looking especially the bar and dining area. Also the staff in the bar were often very difficult to find and breakfast was very overpriced and very basic. Overall we would certainly return to Santander as it is a beautiful city but would definitely give this hotel a wide berth.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

David, Scunthorpe

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel not far from airport

Well appointed rooms although could do with more attention to cleaning. Friendly staff. Bar and restaurant OK
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alan, Edinburgh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

Staff were very friendly at check-in and in the bar. Room was huge and it looked like the hallway had recently been refreshed with a new carpet. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay - very close to beach and convenient to University.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel. Fabulous staff

Very relaxing and comfortable after a stressful car journey. Fabulous staff. Swift check in. Wonderful room. Great location. Fabulous bar round the back of the hotel with dancing to the early hours.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient for ferry.

Room was great. Separate sitting area. Huge bedroom, massage bed very comfortable. Pity we were staying only one night as we had just come from the ferry. Got the room at a good price.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Huge room, great value

We decided to get away for a weekend and booked this hotel in Santander. The room was much bigger than we expected for what we paid and the bathroom had a sizeable shower and bathtub. We didn't have breakfast there but there are a few nice cafes around. The staff were great and we felt very welcome! Would definitely recommend this hotel ... We went in February but it must be great in the summer!