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Dorma Sardinero

4.0 star property
4-star beach hotel near El Sardinero Beach

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, Sea View
12 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served
Junior Suite, Sea View
Junior Suite, Sea View
Fitness facility

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Avenida Reina Victoria, 153, Santander, Cantabria, 39005
  • Place, El Sardinero Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Gran Casino del Sardinero
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Jardines de Piquio
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santander (SDR)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, Sea View

  • Ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, Sea View (Attic)

  • Ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, Sea View

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, Connecting Rooms

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room (Extra Bed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View (Extra Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, Sea View (Extra Bed)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Santander

Seaside stay .At this El Sardinero hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of El Sardinero Beach and Bay of Biscay. Primera El Sardinero Beach and Gran Casino del Sardinero are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • El Sardinero Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Primera El Sardinero Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gran Casino del Sardinero - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jardines de Piquio - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos de Santander - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Santander (YJL-Santander Train Station) - 16 min drive
  • Santander (SDR) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Max Sports Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Cañía - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪With Love - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafetería Manila - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪100 Montaditos - La Sureña - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Dorma Sardinero

4-star beach hotel near El Sardinero Beach
There are 12 restaurants and 16 coffee shops/cafes on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 4 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. Dorma Sardinero also features dry cleaning/laundry services and room service (during limited hours).

This 4-star Santander hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 89 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • 12 dining venues
  • 4 bars or lounges
  • 16 coffee shops
  • Built in 1964
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Dorma Sardinero offers 89 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature down comforters. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

This Santander hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 13 per person
  • 12 restaurants
  • 16 coffee shops/cafes
  • 4 bars/lounges

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 13 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 13 per person
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 13 and up; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in.

Property Registration Number country:ES|stateProvince:|city:VITORIA|address1:AVENIDA ZABALGANA,1|address2:|postalCode:01015, ES:B01568393, No, B01568393, Spanish Commercial Registry, 7036703VP3173E0001YU, ES

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Rio Santander
Silken Rio
Silken Rio Hotel
Silken Rio Hotel Santander
Silken Rio Santander
Silken Santander
Hotel Silken Rio
Silken Rio Santander Santander
Hotel Silken Rio Santander Hotel
Hotel Silken Rio Santander Santander
Hotel Silken Rio Santander Hotel Santander

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dorma Sardinero to the airport?

Dorma Sardinero is 6.3 mi (31-min drive) away from the Santander (SDR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dorma Sardinero?

As of Jun 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dorma Sardinero on Jun 7, 2026 start from CA $145, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Dorma Sardinero have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Dorma Sardinero.

How close is Dorma Sardinero to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from El Sardinero Beach and 2-minute walk from Primera El Sardinero Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Dorma Sardinero offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Dorma Sardinero, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 13 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Dorma Sardinero?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Gran Casino del Sardinero (3-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Dorma Sardinero?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Dorma Sardinero?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Dorma Sardinero have a pool?

Dorma Sardinero does not have a pool.

Does Dorma Sardinero have a restaurant?

There are 12 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine, a beachfront location, and ocean views.

Does Dorma Sardinero have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Dorma Sardinero to downtown Santander?

Dorma Sardinero is 1.6 mi away from Santander.

Dorma Sardinero Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 293 out of 645 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 645 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 645 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 645 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 645 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room is modern, well equipped (safe, fridge, kettle, usb sockets) and smart. It is quite small - but adequate. Hotel is situated on sea front with excellent views from sea-facing rooms. We usually find on- street car parking close by. Good range of bars and restaurants close by. Bus to city centre stops close by
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our room. Would stay here again. The service was superb
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

joseph, moncton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a greak room wirh a balcony facing the sea. The breakfast was excellent and the staff service was outstanding. The onlycomplaint that we had was that the air conditioning was not working properly and we were not able to bring the room temperature below 25 C making it unbearable to have a good night sleep. We finillay opened the window to tge sea andwe finallyhot some relief.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Location in Santander and Gina the best.

Clean Room, awesome breakfast and great location. Great stay in our first time in Santander. Gina make a difference on front desk. All the Gina suggestions were perfect. All the staff need to be like Gina. Thanks for an awesome service. Fully recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great view in our room overlooking the ocean. Only negative was the inflated prices in the minibar.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect beach and town access .. Parking is often a problem with a big car in Northern Spain but we know that ! Thanks All staff at Silken Rio ! Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable, helpful staff, good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine, Kearny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, friendly staff, easy parking and great breakfast. Only recommend a refresh to the dated bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

maria jose

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Steps from the Beach Amazing views Walkable Great service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location across the road from a lovely beach. Nice staff at the front desk gave us an upgrade to sea view room which was much appreciated. Comfortable bed in a decent sized room. Breakfast was ok, not the best
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

valerie, chesterfield

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alvaro

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, room was ok , a/c was very poor for us standards.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall my stay was excellent. Staff were excellent. The room had a stunning view. The room on the 2nd floor was quite noisy . It could do with soundproofing. Bathroom could do with decorating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was tiny, the bathroom was good but could have been cleaner, the staff were GREAT.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, New Rochelle

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hirdania

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing is that due to its location the parking is complicated and smelly, we just left the car in there to the last day. The breakfast buffet was just good, but they don’t clean the used tables, so we moved the dirty dishes ti another table to be able to seat where we want, and you need to ask for juice etc; the staff were good and nice, but what happen is that there’re only two workers; they moved fast and wanted to help everyone but there were much of guest for only two staff. On the other hand Marea Alta has great menu and the staff was very professional and friendly; the paella was exquisite, I recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Durwin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay!

Great hotel, close to the beaches.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing was shower drain was clogged
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Waxhaw

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Directly across from the beach. Easy to find free street parking. Many restaurants and cafes within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great stay. Loved the location and the extraordinary view of the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Addys

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very comfortable and right across the beach. VERY WAKABLE!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

JAIME, PEMBROKE PINES

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Well located, beautiful beach close to Palacio de la Magdalena 20 minutes walking
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle, Biscayne Park

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is very good. NIce walk and restaurants around. We also had a lot of free parking around hotel. Staff was very nice to us even gave me an upgrade and they wished me happy birthday at check out they remembers. Nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and great location, AC rather tempremental - but other than that perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025