What is Santander like for family-friendly holidays?

If you've been searching for the perfect family-friendly place for a holiday, you might want to think about Santander. Here you'll find an intriguing array of activities sure to delight both children and adults alike. From shopping to beaches, Santander has lots of things to see and do that everyone will enjoy. Spend a day visiting attractions such as Palacio de la Magdalena, Santander Ferry Terminal and Centro Botín. When you're ready to relax after a day exploring the area with the family, Santander has various places to stay, such as family hotels with pools and hotels with suites for families. You can choose from 20 Santander accommodations to discover one you and the family will appreciate.

Where are some places to stay with kids in Santander?

Our travellers have rated these as their favourite kid-friendly hotels:

San Millan

3-star hotel
• • free cots • free WiFi • Playground



Hostería Santander

Within easy reach of Palacio de la Magdalena
• • free WiFi • Central location



Hospedaje Magallanes

Convenient to Santander Ferry Terminal
• • free WiFi • Central location



Hotel City House Alisas Santander

Hotel with bar, near Santander Ferry Terminal
• • restaurant • free WiFi • Laundry room • Rollaway/extra beds • Central location



Arha Santander

3-star beachfront hotel with bar/lounge, near Santander Ferry Terminal
• • restaurant • free WiFi • Central location

What should I see and do with kids in and around Santander?

You’ll discover that Santander and the surrounding area offers lots of interesting things to see while you're visiting with the kids. Here are some suggestions to make your trip both educational and lots of fun:

Parks
• • Jardines de Pereda
• • Plaza de las Atarazanas
• • Parque de las Llamas

Museums & art galleries
• • Centro Botín
• • Cantabria Maritime Museum
• • Centro Cultural Doctor Madrazo

Sights & landmarks
• • Palacio de la Magdalena
• • Santander Ferry Terminal
• • Santander Cathedral

Food & drink
• • Bodega del Riojano
• • Restaurante Gelín
• • El Corte Inglés Santander