Four-star hotel in Santander, next to El Sardinero, with suites featuring sea views, a restaurant serving local cuisine and a garden terrace.
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Gran Hotel Victoria is a 4-star hotel in Santander, 100 m from El Sardinero beach and between Gran Casino de Santander and Palacio de la Magdalena. Its rooms, decorated in soft tones and featuring wooden floors, have a private balcony and free WiFi; most offer sea views. There are double, family and single-use rooms, as well as junior suites with a terrace and different bed configurations.
The restaurant serves traditional dishes made with local produce, including fresh seafood from the Cantabrian Sea, and you can dine outdoors on the garden terrace. Continental, gluten-free and buffet breakfasts are available, along with a gym, bicycle hire and family services. The hotel is in El Sardinero, close to several beaches; Santander city centre is about a 20-minute walk away and the ferry port is 3 km away. The interconnecting rooms and family options can be convenient when travelling with children.
The rooms at Gran Hotel Victoria have a private balcony and free WiFi; most offer sea views. Options include double rooms with a terrace, a room for single use, room types with extra beds and family rooms. Configurations vary: some have single beds, while others include a double bed. The junior suites add a seating area in the Deluxe version and, in another configuration, tea and coffee-making facilities.
Special features include 28 m² junior suites and a 48 m² interconnecting family room. The Junior Suite Deluxe with Terrace has sea views and a bathroom with a separate bath and shower. The interconnecting family room has four single beds, while another family room has five. There is also a room for single use with a double bed and terrace, as well as options for stays with children.
This 15 m² room has a terrace, air conditioning, a minibar and a safe. The private bathroom includes a bidet, toiletries and a hairdryer. Its wooden floor gives the room a warm finish, and the balcony completes a stay designed for two guests.
This 28 m² junior suite has a terrace, tea and coffee-making facilities, a minibar and air conditioning. The private bathroom includes a shower and bidet. The sleeping area and large double bed set this room apart, combining suite-style space with the convenience of making coffee or tea.
This 20 m² room accommodates three adults and has three single beds and a terrace. It also features air conditioning, a minibar and a safe. The private bathroom is equipped with a bidet, hairdryer and toiletries, while the wooden floor adds a distinctive touch to the interior.
This 48 m² family room consists of two interconnecting double bedrooms and a terrace, and accommodates up to four people. It has four single beds. Facilities include air conditioning, a minibar and a safe; the wooden floor and layout across two bedrooms define this family option.
This 28 m² junior suite stands out for its private terrace with sea views and a lounge area. The bathroom has a separate bath and shower. It also features a coffee machine, minibar, air conditioning and an extra-large double bed, making it a place to enjoy views of El Sardinero.
This 15 m² room has a terrace, air conditioning, a minibar and a flat-screen TV. Designed for two adults and one child, it has three single beds. The private bathroom includes a bidet, hairdryer and free toiletries, while the safe completes the room's facilities.
This 15 m² room is set up for one person and has a double bed and terrace. It includes air conditioning, a minibar and a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom has a bidet, toiletries and a hairdryer; the safe and wooden floor complete the room.
The Standard Family Room is designed to accommodate up to five people and has five single beds. This layout gives each guest their own bed, a practical option for families or groups who prefer to sleep separately during their stay in Santander.
Gran Hotel Victoria offers free WiFi throughout the property and private garage parking, at a cost of €30 per day, with no reservation required. Leisure facilities include a gym, bicycle hire and nearby beach access; there is also a terrace, sun terrace, garden and outdoor furniture. Families can choose family rooms and make use of the babysitting service.
Dining options include a restaurant, café and bar; children's menus and special diet menus are available on request. Breakfast can also be served in your room, and wine and champagne are available. Practical services include a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, luggage storage, room service and laundry. The hotel also has a lift and accessibility features such as a raised toilet, grab rails and a lower washbasin.
Gran Hotel Victoria is in El Sardinero, between Gran Casino de Santander and Palacio de la Magdalena, 100 m from El Sardinero beach. There are other nearby coastal options: Playa de La Concha is 180 m away, Playa del Camello is 250 m away and Playa de los Peligros is 460 m away. Parque La Magdalena is 400 m away and the palace is 1 km away; Parque Mesones is 1.1 km away. You can combine walks by the sea with green spaces and visits to the area's historic landmarks.
Santander city centre is a 20-minute walk away. Santander bus station is 2.8 km away and Santander train station is 2.9 km away; there is also a nearby stop for regular bus services. The ferry port is 3 km away and Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 5 km away. The Magdaleno tourist train is 500 m away, one of the options nearby for exploring this part of Santander.
To explore the coast, you can visit the beaches of El Sardinero and Parque de la Magdalena, next to the palace. The Cantabrian Maritime Museum is 840 m away; the Museum of Prehistory and Archaeology of Cantabria is 2.2 km away, and Centro Botín is 2.3 km away. Parque Matalenas is 1.6 km away and Parque del Cabo Mayor is 2.3 km away. In summer, the beaches are a place to enjoy the sea and coastal walks; during the rest of the year, museums, parks and Santander city centre offer other ways to round off your visit.
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Guests particularly appreciate the staff, cleanliness and comfort. The facilities and WiFi connection also receive favourable comments. Value for money gets a slightly more moderate rating, while the setting next to El Sardinero is an added attraction for those who want to combine the beach with visits to Santander.
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Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 5 km from Gran Hotel Victoria. Santander bus station is 2.8 km away and Santander train station is 2.9 km away; there is a stop for regular bus services near the hotel. The ferry port is 3 km away. The property's private parking is in a garage and costs €30 per day, with no reservation required.
Gran Hotel Victoria is in El Sardinero, with Playa de La Concha 180 m away and Playa del Camello 250 m away. La Magdalena Park is 400 m away and the Cantabrian Maritime Museum is 840 m away. You can also visit Palacio de la Magdalena, 1 km away, or Centro Botín, 2.3 km away.
Gran Hotel Victoria offers continental and gluten-free options, as well as a buffet breakfast. Breakfast is also available in your room, and there is a café and restaurant on site.
Yes, Gran Hotel Victoria has private parking in a garage on site. It costs €30 per day and you do not need to reserve a space.
The Junior Suite Deluxe with Terrace offers sea views and has a lounge area. It measures 28 m² and its bathroom has a separate bath and shower. The suite also includes a coffee machine and minibar, as well as a private terrace where you can enjoy views of the El Sardinero coast.
Gran Hotel Victoria has accessibility features for guests with reduced mobility and wheelchair access. Facilities include a raised toilet, grab rails and a lower washbasin. The property also has a lift.