In the heart of Santander, Abba Santander Hotel offers a warm welcome with a coffee shop/cafe and bar. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, and enjoy the helpful staff praised by previous guests. Unwind at the business center or explore nearby attractions like Centro Botín.
Calle Calderón de la Barca, 3, Santander, Cantabria, 39002
What's nearby
Santander Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Bank of Spain - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Mercado La Esperanza - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Banco Santander - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Centro Botín - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Santander (SDR) - 15 min drive
Santander (YJL-Santander Train Station) - 3 min walk
Santander Station - 4 min walk
Valdecilla Station - 23 min walk
Restaurants
Cafe Royalty - 1 min walk
Café Amarella - 2 min walk
La Gallofa - 2 min walk
Bar Cos - 2 min walk
Café Español - 2 min walk
About this property
Abba Santander Hotel
Abba Santander Hotel puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Santander Cathedral and Santander Ferry Terminal. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Centro Botín and Gran Casino del Sardinero are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
37 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 44 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1 –2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking
Offsite parking nearby (EUR 16 per day; discounts available)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Water dispenser
What to do
Beach nearby
Working away
Business center
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive recycling policy
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in the Biosphere and Ecostars, programs that measure the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 12 for adults and EUR 6 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 30.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per pet, per night
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 16 per day (820 ft away)
Policies
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Abba Santander Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Abba Santander Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Abba Santander Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 44 lbs per pet. There's a charge of EUR 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Abba Santander Hotel?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Abba Santander Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at Abba Santander Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Gran Casino del Sardinero (6-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Abba Santander Hotel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Santander Cathedral (5-min walk) and Santander Ferry Terminal (6-min walk), along with Centro Botín (6-min walk) and Gran Casino del Sardinero (1.9 mi).
What's the area around Abba Santander Hotel like?
Abba Santander Hotel is in the heart of Santander, a short 3-minute walk from Santander (YJL-Santander Train Station) and 6 minutes' walk from Santander Ferry Terminal.
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Reviews
Abba Santander Hotel Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was very good with plenty of options to choose from. (4 reviews)
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Popular mentions
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2026
Excellent location, service, room cleanliness and comfort.
Juan
Juan, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2026
I stopped over between two trains and looked for a hotel close to the station. I found that hotel and the rooms have been very clean and quiet.
Uwe
Uwe, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2026
Very stylish and clean room, also very friendly staff
Kinga
Kinga, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
Really wonderful hotel and staff, I enjoyed staying there. Well located, great restaurants nearby and a beautiful park on the water was just a few blocks down.
Kelley
Kelley, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2025
Excellent breakfast. Great location. Smaller room but very comfortable bed.
Yvonne
Yvonne, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 3, 2025
Nice small hotel with a very friendly staff. Great area, parking could be dificult at time, the hotel had 3 reserved spaces and when available they will let you park for as long as you need to. Room medium size, bed good, breakfast good too.
Armando
Armando, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2024
I enjoyed a comfortable night and excellent breakfast and will use ABBA again in the future.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
Best in Santander
Outstanding staff where nothing was too much trouble. Comfortable room and well stocked. We had our dog with us and even he received a welcome gift.
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2023
Convenient for ferry terminal
We stayed one night with our dog before taking the ferry back to the UK. It is very convenient for the ferry terminal. Lots of restaurants near by.
Jaci
Jaci, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 5, 2025
Good location
It’s an old hotel, the room very narrow, it smells old, but it is excellently located which balanced out the inconveniences . The lady at the front desk, a sweetheart. Nice and knowledgeable .
Ana L
Ana L, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2024
Short Break. Santander Abba Hotel
Our stay was for 3 nights. Four adults. All staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The hotel is very convenient with respect to the ferry (circa 80 meters), the town centre and public transport. Breakfast was very good. Rooms were very clean and comfortable.
John
John, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 2, 2023
The hotel is in a good location for bus and train services. They really need to pull up the carpet as this makes the room feel very dirty and dusty.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Nov 3, 2024
Not feel value for money
150 euro for very old and dirty carpet, old furniture, seems strange. Towels and sheets were clean.Bathroom seem like renovate, but all another as for this price is not relevant. Hotel has one advantage- location
Valeriia
Valeriia, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2024
Stayed here 10/11 and 16/17 March while visiting San Sebastian and Bilbao as flew into and out of Santander airport. Got bus outside airport to bus station. €3.20.Hotel is next to bus station. Hotel let me have late check out (6 p.m.) as i'd a late flight - extra €30 euro. Bargain. After trapsing around SS and Bilbao for 5 days it was great to find Lush yesterday and have a bath in the hotel as very foot sore and weary. Its Sunday and Santander is closed!! Bars open so thats ok. If you are flying into Santander and need a bed for the night I highly recommend this comfortable convenient Hotel..
Aileen
Aileen, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2026
Great room, location and staff!
Ricardo
Ricardo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2025
Breakfast was good but not free — cost €10
Greg
Greg, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2024
Super convenient to the ferry and bus station
Frederick
Frederick, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 9, 2024
Ok for short stay
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2023
It was perfectly placed for everything we wanted to do.
Clare
Clare, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2023
Excellent hotel
The room was comfortable and clean. All of the staff were friendly and very helpful. The breakfast was lovely lots to chose from.
Would definitely stay again.
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 23, 2022
The room is quite small but clean with good price.
Good location in the city centre and very convenient if you take the ferry.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 14, 2024
Right across from the bus station and a block from the train station. Grocery store, shops and restaurants all around. A couple of blocks from Botin arts center and waterfront. Great location.
Ileana
Ileana, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2022
Friendly staff, very clean, comfortable bed. Lovely fragrance in corridors. Warm and welcoming.
yvette
yvette, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2024
Ferry terminal
Ideal location as it was convenient to the ferry terminal and cuty centre
Phill
Phill, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2024
Good functional hotel in walking distance of port, station, bus station, shops, sights, bars, restaurants. Staff were very friendly and professional.
Rooms were clean, quiet and well maintained.
It had all the facilities I would expect at a reasonable price