Gran Hotel Victoria
Santander · Cantabria · 4 Stars

Gran Hotel Victoria

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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8.7 Score
2.195 Reviews
4★ Stars
14:00 Check-in
Area Santander
Nearby Playa de La Concha · 180 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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Gran Hotel Victoria

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.

Gran Hotel Victoria
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Plan your stay at Gran Hotel Victoria

Four-star hotel in Santander, next to El Sardinero, with suites featuring sea views, a restaurant serving local cuisine and a garden terrace.

Room types

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.

Double Room with Terrace - 1 or 2 Beds — Gran Hotel Victoria
Double Room with Terrace - 1 or 2 Beds
15 m²

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

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.

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Junior Suite with Terrace — Gran Hotel Victoria
Junior Suite with Terrace
28 m²

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Terrace
  • Tea/Coffee maker

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.

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Double Room with Extra Bed and Terrace (3 Adults) - 1 or 2 Beds — Gran Hotel Victoria
Double Room with Extra Bed and Terrace (3 Adults) - 1 or 2 Beds
20 m²

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Terrace
  • Minibar

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.

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Family Room with Terrace — Gran Hotel Victoria
Family Room with Terrace
48 m²

  • 4 Single beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning

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.

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Junior Suite Deluxe with Terrace — Gran Hotel Victoria
Junior Suite Deluxe with Terrace
28 m²

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Sea view
  • Bath

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.

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Double Room with Extra Bed and Terrace (2 Adults + 1 Child) — Gran Hotel Victoria
Double Room with Extra Bed and Terrace (2 Adults + 1 Child)
15 m²

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Terrace
  • Flat-screen TV

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.

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Double Room for Single Use with Terrace — Gran Hotel Victoria
Double Room for Single Use with Terrace
15 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Terrace
  • Bidet

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.

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Standard Family Room — Gran Hotel Victoria
Standard Family Room

  • 5 Single beds
  • Max 5 guests

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.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay by the beach: El Sardinero is 100 m from the hotel.
  • you'd like a suite with sea views, a private terrace, and a separate bath and shower.
  • you're travelling as a family and would find an interconnecting family room with a terrace convenient.
  • you enjoy trying local cuisine, including fresh seafood from the Cantabrian Sea, at the hotel restaurant.
  • you want to combine the gym and bicycle hire with walks along the coast.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free parking: private parking costs €30 per day.
  • you want to stay within a few minutes' walk of Santander city centre: it takes about 20 minutes to walk there from the hotel.
  • you want to stay away from the coast: the hotel is in El Sardinero, 100 m from the beach.
  • you need a room for six people: the Standard Family Room has five single beds.

Hotel facilities & services

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.

Great for your stay

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Beachfront
  • Beach
  • Fitness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Facilities for disabled guests

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bicycle hire
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Babysitting/child services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Lift
  • Facilities for disabled guests

Parking

  • Parking in a garage

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Wine/champagne
  • Children's menu
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Internet

Location & what to see

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.

Playa de La Concha — A stretch of sand beside the seafront promenade, on the El Sardinero coast. 180 m
Playa del Camello — An urban beach recognised by its rock formation beside the shore. 250 m
First Beach of El Sardinero — A wide urban beach for walks and enjoying Santander's coastline. 410 m
La Magdalena Park — A green space beside the palace, with paths and open areas. 400 m
Cantabrian Maritime Museum — Exhibitions on marine life, navigation and the Cantabrian coast. 840 m
Centro Botín — An arts and cultural centre beside Santander Bay. 2,3 km

What guests say about Gran Hotel Victoria

8.7
Fabulous · 2.195 reviews
Staff
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Facilities
8.7
Value for money
8.3
Free Wi-Fi
8.9

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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