Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites
Santander · Cantabria

Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites

Hotel in Santander in a historic house, with a seasonal outdoor pool, gym and garden; some rooms offer sea views, a balcony or a terrace.

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9.1 Score
3.012 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Santander
Nearby Puerto Chico Market · 180 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites

Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites is a hotel in Santander, housed in a historic building and equipped with a seasonal outdoor pool. It combines soundproofed rooms, a gym and a garden, with accommodation for up to two people. The double rooms measure between 16 and 19 m²; the 39 or 45 m² junior suites have a separate bedroom and living room. Some units offer views of the sea, pool or city, as well as a balcony or terrace.

All rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. The hotel offers a concierge service, business centre and paid airport shuttle. Breakfast can be served in your room, and some rooms include a kettle and coffee machine. Nearby, you’ll find Puerto Chico Market and Centro Botín; Los Peligros and El Sardinero beaches are also within easy reach. The bus station and train station provide connections to other destinations in Cantabria.

Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites
★ 9.1 · Wonderful · 3.012 reviews

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Hotel in Santander in a historic house, with a seasonal outdoor pool, gym and garden; some rooms offer sea views, a balcony or a terrace.

Room types

The double rooms offer different layouts for two people, with floor areas of 16 to 19 m². Some have sea views, while others overlook the pool or city. There are also options with a balcony or terrace, as well as a sea-view category with panoramas of the bay, pool and urban surroundings.

The two junior suites offer more space, measuring 39 or 45 m², and have a separate bedroom and living room. One has a terrace and pool views; the other offers city views and a sofa. Rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, a minibar and soundproofed walls. Several include streaming services, and some have a kettle and coffee machine. Bed configurations vary between a double bed and twin beds, depending on the room.

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View — Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites
Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
18 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed or 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Sea view
  • Pool view

Measuring 18 m² and accommodating two people, this room stands out for its sea views, complemented by panoramas of the pool and city. Soundproofing, a minibar and a streaming service complete the facilities; the bathroom includes a shower and toiletries.

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Deluxe Superior Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites
Deluxe Superior Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed or 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Pool view
  • Wooden or parquet floors

This 17 m² room offers views of the pool and city. It has soundproofed walls, a minibar and a streaming service, as well as wooden or parquet flooring. The private bathroom has a shower and toiletries, and the room is equipped with air conditioning.

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Deluxe Double Room with Balcony - 1 or 2 Beds — Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony - 1 or 2 Beds
19 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed or 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Measuring 19 m², this room has a balcony and a terrace, two outdoor spaces that accompany views of the pool and city. It has air conditioning, a minibar and a private bathroom; it’s an option for those who value being able to step directly outside from their room.

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Premier Double Room — Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites
Premier Double Room
16 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Pool view
  • Soundproofing

This 16 m² room has views of the pool and city, as well as soundproofed walls and a minibar. The streaming service on the flat-screen TV adds entertainment options. The private bathroom includes a shower and toiletries; the room has air conditioning.

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Standard Room - 1 Large Bed — Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites
Standard Room - 1 Large Bed
16 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Minibar
  • Wooden or parquet floors

Measuring 16 m² and furnished with a double bed, this room has soundproofed walls and air conditioning. The minibar and kettle or coffee machine provide options for a break during your stay, while the flat-screen TV has a streaming service. The bathroom is private.

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Junior Suite with Terrace — Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites
Junior Suite with Terrace
45 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Terrace
  • Balcony

Measuring 45 m², this junior suite combines a separate bedroom with a living room and offers views of the pool and city. It has a terrace, air conditioning and soundproofed walls. A minibar and flat-screen TV with a streaming service complete this accommodation for two people.

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Junior Suite — Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites
Junior Suite
39 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • City view
  • Sofa

This 39 m² junior suite has a separate bedroom and living room, with city views. The sofa provides extra space to relax, while the soundproofed walls help keep things peaceful. It also has air conditioning, a minibar and a flat-screen TV with a streaming service.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you’re looking for a seasonal outdoor pool and a gym during your stay
  • you’re interested in staying in a historic house with a garden and sun terrace
  • you want to explore Santander on foot: Puerto Chico Market is 180 m away and Centro Botín is 900 m away
  • you value having free WiFi throughout the property
  • you’d prefer a junior suite with a separate bedroom and living room

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free parking: private parking costs €17 per day and requires a reservation
  • you’re travelling with children under 11: the hotel only accepts guests over 10
  • you need an airport shuttle included: the service costs extra
  • you expect to arrive after 22:30 without notifying the hotel in advance: late arrivals must be communicated and require confirmation

Hotel facilities & services

The communal areas include outdoor furniture, a sun terrace and a garden. To stay active, the hotel has a gym and offers access to a golf course less than 3 km away. There’s also a concierge service, luggage storage and tourist information, along with private or express check-in and check-out. The business centre and meeting and banquet rooms cater to work-related needs.

WiFi is free throughout the property. Private parking costs €17 per day and requires advance reservation. Rooms have a minibar and a kettle or coffee machine; fruit, wine or champagne and breakfast in your room are also available. Practical services include daily housekeeping and an airport shuttle, available for an extra charge. You can arrange bar crawls and enjoy the beach near the hotel.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Beach
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Facilities for disabled guests

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden
  • Bar crawl
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • Express check-in and check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Shuttle service
  • Adults only
  • Lift

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • Fruit
  • Wine/champagne
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
  • Tea/coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Streaming service (such as Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

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

Location & what to see

Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites is at Paseo Menéndez Pelayo 44 in Santander, 180 m from Puerto Chico Market. Plaza de Amaliach is 100 m away and Jado Park is 360 m away; in this urban setting, you can alternate walks through the city streets with stops at nearby shops and restaurants. The La Sardinera Monument is 150 m away, and the market is a useful landmark for exploring this part of Santander.

Santander’s Embarcadero is 530 m away and the Embarcadero Palace is 750 m away. Centro Botín is 900 m away, while the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption is 1.1 km away. To travel to other places, the bus station is 1.4 km away and Santander Station is 1.5 km away. Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 4.4 km away; the hotel also offers a paid shuttle. Santander Maritime Terminal is 1.1 km away.

The coast lets you combine city visits with time outdoors: Los Peligros Beach is 1.2 km away and El Sardinero II Beach is 1.3 km away. La Magdalena Beach, 1.7 km away, and La Magdalena Palace, 2.4 km away, are also nearby. In summer, the beaches are a good option for swimming and walking by the sea. For an outing among gardens and coastal views, Cabo Mayor Park is 2.6 km away; nearby museums and cultural venues let you round off your visit throughout the year.

Puerto Chico Market — A nearby market where you can discover local produce and the area’s shopping atmosphere. 180 m
Embarcadero Palace — A building by the harbour, associated with the seafront promenade and exhibitions. 750 m
Centro Botín — A cultural centre by the bay, with exhibitions and an arts programme. 900 m
Playa de La Fenómeno — A small urban beach where you can get close to the sea from the harbour area. 930 m
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption — A historic cathedral complex in the centre of Santander. 1,1 km
Playa El Sardinero II — A wide beach in El Sardinero, suitable for walks along the Bay of Biscay. 1,3 km

What guests say about Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía Suites

9.1
Wonderful · 3.012 reviews
Staff
9.6
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.5
Cleanliness
9.3
Facilities
9.1
Value for money
8.9
Free Wi-Fi
9.5

Reviews particularly praise the staff and cleanliness. They also reflect positive impressions of the comfort, facilities and WiFi connection; value for money receives a somewhat more moderate rating. Overall, guests give favourable feedback on various aspects of their stay.

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