Dorma Coliseum
Santander · Cantabria · 4 Stars

Dorma Coliseum

Four-star hotel in Santander, in a former cinema, with rooms with bathtubs, suites with a seating area, a gym and Bambalinas Café.

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8.7 Score
2.714 Reviews
4★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Area Santander
Nearby Mercado de La Esperanza · 120 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Dorma Coliseum

Dorma Coliseum is a 4-star hotel in Santander, housed in a former cinema building and 450 m from Centro Botín. Its distinctive façade retains the character of the building, while the modern interiors provide a comfortable base for a stay as a couple, with family or for work.

The rooms have air conditioning, a free-to-use safe, satellite TV and a private bathroom; all have a bathtub, and some offer city views or a seating area. Options include double rooms, triple rooms and suites of up to 32 m² for a maximum of three people. The hotel has a gym, free Wi-Fi in the communal areas and paid private garage parking, with limited spaces that cannot be reserved. Bambalinas Café serves tapas, drinks and a daily set menu, and breakfast is buffet-style. The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption is 260 m away, and the bus and train stations are 350 m and 510 m away.

Dorma Coliseum
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Four-star hotel in Santander, in a former cinema, with rooms with bathtubs, suites with a seating area, a gym and Bambalinas Café.

Room types

Dorma Coliseum has six room types, from double rooms to suites, for two or three people. Room sizes range from 14 to 32 m². In the double rooms, you can choose between a large double bed or two single beds, while the triple options have three single beds. All rooms have a private bathroom with a bathtub and air conditioning; they also have a flat-screen TV and minibar. The safe and hairdryer complete the standard amenities.

Rooms with city views add an urban perspective, while the suites stand out for their 32 m² and a seating area. The Junior Suite is set up for two guests; the Family Suite accommodates up to three and combines a single bed with a large double bed. The suites also have a sofa, bathrobe and slippers. You can choose a compact room, a triple configuration or a stay with a lounge area.

Deluxe Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — Dorma Coliseum
Deluxe Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
14 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed or 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bathtub
  • Minibar

At 14 m² and suitable for two people, this room combines a bathtub and minibar with air conditioning and a private bathroom. You can choose either a large double bed or two single beds. A safe and tea/coffee maker complete the amenities for relaxing after exploring Santander.

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Deluxe Double Room with City View - 1 or 2 Beds — Dorma Coliseum
Deluxe Double Room with City View - 1 or 2 Beds
16 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed or 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • City view
  • Bathtub

This 16 m² room accommodates up to two people and adds city views to the features of the Deluxe Double Room. It has a private bathroom with a bathtub, air conditioning and a minibar; you can choose either a large double bed or two single beds. The urban view sets this room type apart.

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Junior Suite — Dorma Coliseum
Junior Suite
32 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Seating area
  • Bathrobe

With 32 m² for two guests, the Junior Suite combines a bedroom and a seating area with a sofa, as well as a private bathroom with a bathtub. Air conditioning, a minibar and a tea/coffee maker complete the space; it also has a bathrobe and slippers, which set it apart from the double rooms.

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Deluxe Double Room with Extra Bed
14 m² · Private bathroom

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

This 14 m² room is set up for three people and has three single beds, a practical configuration for sharing a stay. It has a private bathroom with a bathtub, air conditioning and a minibar. The tea/coffee maker and safe complete the amenities in this triple option.

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Triple Room with City View
16 m² · Private bathroom

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • City view
  • Bathtub

At 16 m², this room has three single beds for up to three guests and also offers city views. The private bathroom has a bathtub; there is also air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. The urban view and extra space compared with the 14 m² triple room set it apart.

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Family Suite
32 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed and 1 Large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Seating area
  • Sofa

The Family Suite offers 32 m² and accommodates three people, with one single bed and one large double bed. The seating area, sofa and bathroom with a bathtub let you separate sleeping from relaxing. It includes air conditioning, a bathrobe and slippers.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to explore the centre on foot: Mercado de La Esperanza is 120 m away and the cathedral is 260 m away.
  • you travel by public transport: the bus station is 350 m away and the train station is 510 m away.
  • you want to combine the city with the coast: Playa Los Peligros and Playa El Sardinero II are 2.3 km away.
  • you want to keep up your training while travelling: the hotel has a gym.
  • you are travelling with family or a small group: the Family Suite is 32 m² and accommodates up to three people.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free parking: private parking costs €22 per day.
  • you want to guarantee a space by reserving it: parking is limited and cannot be reserved.
  • you want to stay next to the beach: Playa Los Peligros is 2.3 km away.
  • you are travelling with someone under 18 who is not accompanied by a parent or legal guardian: the hotel requires them to be accompanied.

Hotel facilities & services

The facilities combine features for a city stay with practical spaces. Reception is open 24 hours a day, laundry service is available, and the building has meeting and banquet rooms. The gym lets you keep up your exercise routine while travelling; the non-smoking rooms also have air conditioning, heating, a safe and wooden or parquet flooring. Ironing equipment is also available.

For dining, the hotel has a bar, and the rooms are equipped with a minibar and tea/coffee maker. Private parking is in a garage and costs €22 per day; spaces are limited and cannot be reserved. Free Wi-Fi is available in the communal areas. Audiovisual amenities include a flat-screen TV, telephone and internet access. Bathrooms have a bathtub, toilet and hairdryer.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Bathtub
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Minibar
  • Private parking

General facilities

  • Laundry service
  • 24-hour reception
  • Meeting / banquet rooms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in communal areas
  • Smoke detectors
  • Security alarm
  • Safe
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wooden or parquet flooring
  • Heating
  • Ironing equipment
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Parking

  • Garage parking

Food & drink

  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Wardrobe
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Dorma Coliseum is in Plaza de los Remedios, in the centre of Santander. Mercado de La Esperanza is 120 m away; the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption is 260 m away, and the Medieval Wall Interpretation Centre is 230 m away. You can also visit the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Santander and Cantabria, 310 m away, or Centro Botín, 450 m away. This area lets you combine everyday shopping, religious architecture and cultural spaces on walks around the city.

The bus station is 350 m away and Santander train station is 510 m away. Santander Maritime Terminal is 500 m away, which is useful if your trip includes a boat connection. Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 3.6 km away; Bilbao Airport is 72 km away. The nearby stations make it easier to plan your arrival and get around the city without necessarily relying on a car.

Nearby coastal options include Playa Los Peligros and Playa El Sardinero II, both 2.3 km away, and Playa del Puntal, 2.6 km away. For a walk outdoors, Parque Mesones is 2.2 km away and Parque de la Magdalena is 2.9 km away. Palacio de la Magdalena is 3.5 km away, while Parque del Cabo Mayor is 3.4 km away. If you want to extend your outing, Dunas de Liencres Nature Reserve is 13 km away. In the milder months, the beaches and seaside walks offer an alternative to cultural visits in the centre.

Mercado de La Esperanza — A central market where you can discover local produce and everyday life in Santander. 120 m
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption — A historic church combining religious architecture with Santander's urban history. 260 m
Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Santander and Cantabria — Collections of modern and contemporary art in a museum in the centre. 310 m
Centro Botín — A cultural centre by the bay, with exhibitions and artistic activities. 450 m
Santander — A railway station with connections to other destinations in Cantabria and Spain. 510 m
Playa Los Peligros — An urban beach where you can enjoy the coastline and walk along the bay. 2,3 km

What guests say about Dorma Coliseum

8.7
Fabulous · 2.714 reviews
Staff
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
9.1
Facilities
8.7
Value for money
8.2
Free Wi-Fi
8.2

Guests particularly appreciate the staff, cleanliness and comfort of the rooms. The facilities also receive positive feedback, while value for money is rated a little lower than these aspects. Wi-Fi also receives a favourable rating.

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