Pension El Figon
Santander · Cantabria

Pension El Figon

Guest house in Santander with a restaurant, free Wi-Fi and private rooms; a 12-minute walk from Santander Port and close to museums and public transport.

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7.8 Score
1.068 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Santander
Nearby Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Santander and Cantabria · 100 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Pension El Figon

Pension El Figon is a guest house in Santander, a 12-minute walk from Santander Port, with its own restaurant. Its seven room options include single rooms, double rooms with one bed or two beds, and a 27 m² triple room for up to three people. All have a private bathroom; they also come with a wardrobe, bed linen and towels, while the rooms described include a desk and a flat-screen TV.

The property offers free Wi-Fi throughout and keeps its rooms smoke-free. Its ground-floor location and wheelchair accessibility throughout the unit may make it easier for guests who need to get around without using stairs. The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Santander and Cantabria, Mercado de La Esperanza and the cathedral are all within a short distance. The bus station is 450 m away and the train station is 500 m away. Playa de los Peligros is 2.5 km away; Santander Airport is 7 km away.

Pension El Figon
★ 7.8 · Good · 1.068 reviews

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Guest house in Santander with a restaurant, free Wi-Fi and private rooms; a 12-minute walk from Santander Port and close to museums and public transport.

Room types

Pension El Figon offers single, double and triple rooms, with capacity for one, two and three people respectively. Room sizes range from 10 to 27 m²: the single room is the most compact, while the triple is the largest. Options for two guests include rooms with a double bed and others with single beds, including a small double and a large double. This lets you choose the bed type and space that best suit your trip.

The rooms have a private bathroom, wardrobe, bed linen and towels; they are also described as having tiled floors and heating. A desk and flat-screen TV are listed among the room amenities. The triple room has three single beds and accommodates up to three people. For solo travellers, the single room has one single bed and accommodates one guest, while the double rooms are set up for two.

Triple Room — Pension El Figon
Triple Room
27 m² · Private bathroom

  • 3 single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Desk

At 27 m² and with capacity for three people, this is the largest room at Pension El Figon. It has three single beds and a private bathroom, as well as a wardrobe and tiled floor. The flat-screen TV and desk complete this practical option for sharing a room without using a double bed.

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Single Room — Pension El Figon
Single Room
10 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Desk
  • Heating

This 10 m² room is designed for one person and is the most compact option at the property. It has a single bed and a private bathroom; the wardrobe provides space for your luggage, and the desk offers somewhere to read or work. The flat-screen TV and heating complete its amenities.

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Standard Twin Room
16 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Desk
  • Flat-screen TV

At 16 m², this Standard room has two single beds, providing separate beds for two guests. It has a private bathroom, wardrobe and tiled floor, as well as a desk and flat-screen TV. It is larger than the small double room, while retaining a simple, functional layout.

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Small Double Room — Pension El Figon
Small Double Room
12 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Wardrobe

The Small Double Room measures 12 m² and has one double bed for two guests. It is more compact than the 15 m² and 16 m² double options, and has a private bathroom, wardrobe and tiled floor. A flat-screen TV and desk are among its amenities.

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Twin Room — Pension El Figon
Twin Room
15 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Heating
  • Desk

This 15 m² room has two single beds and a private bathroom for a shared stay. It is slightly smaller than the other twin option, which measures 16 m². The tiled floor, wardrobe and heating are complemented by a flat-screen TV and desk.

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Twin Room — Pension El Figon
Twin Room
16 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bath or shower
  • Wardrobe

This 16 m² room has two single beds and a private bathroom for two people. It is the same size as the Standard Twin Room, with a simple layout focused on separate beds. It includes a wardrobe, tiled floor, heating, desk and flat-screen TV.

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Large Double Room
13 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Desk
  • Heating

The Large Double Room measures 13 m² and has one double bed for up to two people. Compared with the Small Double Room, it offers one extra square metre and also has a private bathroom. It also includes a wardrobe, tiled floor, desk, heating and flat-screen TV.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to explore Santander on foot: Santander Port is a 12-minute walk away and several museums and the cathedral are less than 500 m away
  • you are travelling alone or in a group of up to three: there are single rooms and a triple room with three single beds
  • you need an internet connection during your stay: free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property
  • you would like a restaurant on site, as well as rooms with private bathrooms
  • you need wheelchair access: the entire unit is accessible and located on the ground floor

Maybe not, if...

  • you need on-site parking: Pension El Figon does not have parking
  • you expect to arrive after 21:00: check-in ends at that time
  • you want to hold a party or celebration: these events are not allowed at the property
  • you need quiet throughout the night: noise is not permitted between 23:00 and 08:00

Hotel facilities & services

Pension El Figon combines practical amenities for a stay in Santander. The property has a restaurant, and free Wi-Fi is available throughout. The rooms are non-smoking and have a private bathroom, shower and flat-screen TV; smoking is also prohibited in the shared areas.

Daily housekeeping helps keep the rooms maintained. For meals outside the restaurant, the property offers packed lunches. Room essentials include towels, bed linen, toilet paper, a hairdryer and a wardrobe; a desk and a socket near the bed are also provided. Heating and tiled floors complete the general amenities. The entire unit is on the ground floor and is wheelchair accessible, which is useful for guests who prefer to avoid stairs. Bathroom options include a bath or shower.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shower

General facilities

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Packed lunches
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on the ground floor

Food & drink

  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Pension El Figon is at Cisneros 9, in Santander's urban area. The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Santander and Cantabria is 100 m away; Casa Museo de Menéndez Pelayo and Santander Municipal Library are 70 m away. Mercado de La Esperanza is 170 m away, and the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption is 470 m away. From this area, you can combine cultural visits, everyday shopping and walks along the city's streets.

For public transport, Santander bus station is 450 m away and Santander train station is 500 m away. Santander Maritime Terminal is 700 m away. Santander Airport is 7 km away, and Santander Port is a 12-minute walk away. If you want to head to the coast, Playa de los Peligros and Playa El Sardinero II are both 2.5 km away; Playa El Sardinero I is 2.6 km away.

Centro Botin is 700 m away, and Plaza Pombo is 750 m away. You can plan walking routes around the market, cathedral and museums before heading towards the port. For a seaside outing, Santander's beaches offer a change of scenery from the city-centre streets; Parque Mesones is 2.4 km away and Parque La Magdalena is 3.1 km away. You can also spend time exploring the port area and its cultural spaces.

Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Santander and Cantabria — A collection of modern and contemporary art associated with Santander and Cantabria. 100 m
Market of La Esperanza — A central market where you can discover local produce and everyday shopping in Santander. 170 m
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption — A historic church that forms part of Santander's religious heritage. 470 m
Centro Botin — A cultural centre by the bay with exhibitions and arts events. 700 m
Playa de los Peligros — An urban beach where you can enjoy Santander's coastline and walk by the sea. 2,5 km
Santander bus station — A bus terminal with connections to destinations in Cantabria and other cities. 450 m

What guests say about Pension El Figon

7.8
Good · 1.068 reviews
Staff
8.7
Comfort
7.9
Location
9.1
Cleanliness
8.2
Facilities
7.6
Value for money
8.0
Free Wi-Fi
8.7

Travellers particularly value the staff's service and the Wi-Fi, along with the cleanliness. The facilities and comfort receive more moderate ratings, while proximity to Santander's urban attractions is among the most highly rated aspects.

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