Hostel Santander
Santander · Cantabria

Hostel Santander

Central hostel in Santander, with mixed and female dormitories, a shared kitchen, terrace and lounge, close to museums, the bay and beaches.

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7.5 Score
639 Reviews
17:00 Check-in
Area Santander
Nearby Plaza Pombo · 50 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 17:00

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Hostel Santander

Hostel Santander is a hostel in central Santander, 200 m from Centro Botín, with shared dormitories and options featuring a balcony and city views. It combines bunk beds with shared spaces: there is a shared kitchen, lounge and terrace, as well as a casino. WiFi is free throughout the property; the hostel is non-smoking and has lockers and tourist information.

The accommodation includes mixed and female dormitories, with shared bathrooms and bed linen. The rooms measure 11 or 21 m²; some of the larger ones have a balcony and city views, and one option includes a bathtub. Playa Los Peligros is 1.7 km away and Playa del Sardinero I is 2 km away. Reception is open in the morning and late afternoon; check-in is between 17:00 and 22:00, and you need to let the property know your expected arrival time in advance.

Hostel Santander
★ 7.5 · Good · 639 reviews

Plan your stay at Hostel Santander

Central hostel in Santander, with mixed and female dormitories, a shared kitchen, terrace and lounge, close to museums, the bay and beaches.

Room types

The hostel offers bunk beds in shared mixed and female dormitories, with six- or nine-bed configurations. You can also book individual beds; the maximum capacity of each option ranges from one to nine people. The rooms described measure 11 or 21 m² and have shared bathrooms, so your choice mainly depends on the type of dormitory and number of beds.

Bed linen, wooden or parquet flooring and heating are among the room features. Some 21 m² rooms also have a balcony and city views; one of them additionally has a bathtub. The 11 m² options are more compact and also offer lift access to the upper floors. There are female and mixed dormitories, where you can book either an individual bed or accommodation for several people in the same room.

Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Hostel Santander
Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
21 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Balcony
  • City view

This option reserves one bed in a nine-bed mixed dormitory measuring 21 m². The balcony and city views distinguish it from the beds in smaller rooms. It includes bed linen and heating, and the bathroom is shared.

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Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room — Hostel Santander
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
11 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Wooden or parquet flooring
  • Socket near the bed

This bed is in a six-bed female dormitory measuring 11 m². It is a compact option in a room reserved for women. It has wooden or parquet flooring, bed linen, a socket by the bed and heating; the bathroom is shared.

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Hostel Santander
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
11 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Bed linen
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

This individual bed is in an 11 m², six-bed mixed dormitory. Unlike the female option with the same capacity, this room is shared by travellers of different genders. It has bed linen, heating and lift access to the upper floors.

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6-Bed Female Dormitory Room — Hostel Santander
6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
11 m²

  • 6 Bunk beds
  • Max 6 guests
  • Wooden or parquet flooring
  • Bed linen

Unlike the option booked by the bed, this is the entire female dormitory, with space for six people in 11 m². It has six bunk beds, wooden or parquet flooring, bed linen and heating. The bathroom is shared, and the upper floors are accessible by lift.

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Mixed Dormitory Room — Hostel Santander
Mixed Dormitory Room
21 m²

  • 9 Bunk beds
  • Max 9 guests
  • Balcony
  • City view

This 21 m² mixed dormitory accommodates up to nine people and has nine bunk beds. It is the highest-capacity option and includes a balcony, city views and a bathtub in the shared bathroom. Wooden or parquet flooring, bed linen and heating complete its main features.

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6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Hostel Santander
6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
11 m²

  • 6 Bunk beds
  • Max 6 guests
  • Socket near the bed
  • Heating

With six beds in bunk beds and 11 m² of space, this mixed dormitory is a smaller alternative to the nine-bed mixed dormitory. It has wooden or parquet flooring, heating and bed linen; the bathroom is shared. The upper floors are accessible by lift.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in central Santander, close to Centro Botín and several museums
  • you prefer a bed in a shared mixed or female dormitory, with six- or nine-bed options
  • you want access to a shared kitchen, a terrace and a communal lounge
  • you are looking for a room with a balcony and city views: there are 21 m² options with these features
  • you want to combine a city visit with activities such as snorkelling, windsurfing or canoeing

Maybe not, if...

  • you need a private bathroom: the rooms described have shared bathrooms
  • you are travelling with children, as this is an adults-only property
  • you rely on on-site parking: there is no parking
  • you need a private room, as the available options are beds in shared dormitories

Hotel facilities & services

The shared areas include a terrace and a lounge with a TV; there are also lockers and private check-in and check-out. WiFi is free throughout the property, and the hostel offers tourist information and laundry service. This is an adults-only property and smoking is not allowed anywhere on the premises.

Activities available include snorkelling, scuba diving, canoeing, windsurfing and fishing. There is also a golf course less than 3 km away and a casino. The upper floors are accessible by lift, and the entire unit is wheelchair accessible. The shared spaces and range of sports activities let you combine time in the city with activities by the sea.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Beach
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Windsurfing
  • Tourist information
  • Snorkelling
  • Lockers
  • Laundry service
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Fishing

General facilities

  • Terrace
  • Snorkelling
  • Scuba diving
  • Canoeing
  • Windsurfing
  • Casino
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Shared TV/lounge area
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Tourist information
  • Laundry service
  • Adults only
  • Lift

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Towels/sheets (additional charge)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Bed linen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Socket near the bed

Location & what to see

Hostel Santander is at Paseo de Pereda 15, 1B, in central Santander, beside the bay. Plaza Pombo is 50 m away; Centro Botín is 200 m away, and the Museum of Prehistory and Archaeology of Cantabria is 150 m away. Mercado del Este is 170 m away, where you can stop beneath its arcades as you explore the central streets. The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption is 440 m away.

Santander Pier is 80 m away and the Santander Maritime Terminal is 440 m away. The bus station is 650 m away and Santander railway station is 800 m away, making it possible to arrive from other cities by public transport and explore the centre on foot. Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 7 km away; the drive takes approximately 10 minutes. For getting around the city, you can also use the waterfront promenade and port area as landmarks.

There are several options along the coast: Playa Los Peligros is 1.7 km away, Playa del Sardinero I is 2 km away and Playa del Puntal is 2.1 km away. In the warmer months, these beaches offer the chance to combine walks by the sea with a swim. For an outing among gardens and architecture, Magdalena Park is 2.4 km away and Magdalena Palace is 3 km away; Cabo Mayor Park is 3.2 km away. Centro Botín, the museums and the market offer more places to visit in Santander, including on rainy days.

Plaza Pombo — Central square surrounded by shopping streets and cafés in the city centre. 50 m
Museum of Prehistory and Archaeology of Cantabria — Archaeological collection tracing the ancient history of Cantabria. 150 m
Centro Botín — Contemporary art centre with exhibitions and cultural activities. 200 m
Mercado del Este — Historic market beneath arcades, with stalls and food options. 170 m
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption — Cathedral complex with a cloister and spaces linked to local history. 440 m
First Beach of El Sardinero — Wide urban beach with a seafront promenade and facilities beside the sand. 2,0 km

What guests say about Hostel Santander

7.5
Good · 639 reviews
Staff
8.7
Comfort
7.4
Location
9.4
Cleanliness
7.6
Facilities
7.6
Value for money
8.0
Free Wi-Fi
6.9

Guests particularly appreciate the staff's helpfulness and the proximity to central attractions. The facilities, cleanliness and comfort receive more moderate feedback, while WiFi is the least highly rated aspect. Overall, guests appreciate the location for exploring Santander.

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