Hotel Chiqui

Perched on Santander’s famed El Sardinero beachfront, this beach hotel looks out over the Bay of Biscay and offers striking views of the Magdalena Palace and Mouro Island. Minutes from El Sardinero Beach, Parque de Matalenas and the Santander Ferry Terminal, it’s an ideal base for seaside walking, golf at Club de Golf Matelenas and quick trips to the city’s university and stadium.

161 individually decorated rooms flood with natural light and many feature terraces with Cantabrian Sea views. Rooms come with pillowtop beds, premium bedding, minibars, flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with rainfall showerheads. The hotel blends elegant, contemporary design with warm service and offers an arranged spa and 24-hour room service for added comfort.

Soak in a seasonal outdoor pool or sip at the poolside bar while you catch sea-breeze mornings. Rent a bicycle for coastal rides, book excursions or dive with the on-site diving club. Complimentary Wi‑Fi, concierge service, babysitting (surcharge) and laundry/parking options keep stays smooth. Family-friendly vibes meet seaside luxe.

More than 9,600 sq ft (900 sqm) of event space with five meeting rooms handles conferences and celebrations. Complimentary wireless internet, multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk, and optional airport shuttle and onsite parking (surcharges apply) make business travel straightforward.

PANORAMA Restaurant & Lounge serves day-to-night dining with a terrace that pairs music and gastronomy in a cosmopolitan setting. Unwind at the bar or the poolside bar, enjoy buffet breakfast (for a fee), or order 24-hour room service for relaxed sea-view meals.