Hotel Faranda Alisas Santander, Ascend Hotel Collection

Santander tastes like freshly fried squid, smells of the Cantabrian Sea, and is best explored while catching a glimpse of the bay that appears when you least expect it. And if your plan is to combine sightseeing, dining, and culture without relying on a car, the Hotel Faranda Alisas Santander has a major advantage: much of the city is right at your doorstep.

It’s a functional city hotel, particularly appealing to couples, families, and travellers who prefer to spend the day exploring Santander and return to a convenient base. It’s part of the Ascend Collection and is located on Nicolás Salmerón Street, next to the train and bus stations and very close to the waterfront.

Hotel Faranda Alisas Santander: Getting Around Is Easy

• Stations within easy reach: the train and bus stations are just a few minutes from the hotel. This is a considerable advantage if you’re arriving in Santander by public transportation or want to take a day holiday around Cantabria.

• The downtown area, within walking distance: The Cathedral, City Hall, markets, and shopping streets are all part of a downtown area that’s quite pleasant to explore on foot.

• Bay and culture: You can continue on to the Pereda Gardens and the Botín Center, and from there, follow the waterfront promenade toward the Paseo de Pereda and Puertochico.

• From the airport: The bus connects Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport to the downtown bus station in about 15 minutes; from there, the hotel is very close by.

Inside: designed for a city holiday

• Practical atmosphere: Here, the spotlight isn’t on a large resort, but on a location that makes it easy to arrive, drop off your bags, and start exploring Santander.

• Connectivity: The hotel offers Wi-Fi and has an elevator, as well as accessibility features such as an elevator with a Braille system.

• Traveling with a pet: pets are allowed (subject to a possible additional fee and the terms of your booking).

Dining: Start at the hotel, then explore Santander

• Buffet breakfast: The hotel offers a buffet breakfast (check if it’s included in your package).

• Then it’s time to head out: Santander makes it easy to continue your culinary journey through the city center, where markets, bars, and restaurants are all part of the stroll.

Practical info: less logistics, more Santander

• Covered car park: available (additional fee may apply).

• Accessibility: The official listing identifies the accommodation as an accessible hotel.

• Hours: Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and check-out is by 12:00h PM.

• What previous guests say: Reviews posted on Choice average around 4 out of 5; on Booking, couples especially highlight the location.

Our team recommends:

• Squid rings and a stroll: Find a bar in the city center and order some “rabas,” the classic Cantabrian dish of fried squid. Afterward, head to the Mercado del Este and the bay.

• Sunset by the water: Walk from the Pereda Gardens to the Paseo de Pereda. It’s an easy way to understand why the bay plays such a defining role in Santander’s character.

• A more seaside-themed morning: continue on to Puertochico, and if you want to extend the route, zoom in on the map to La Magdalena and El Sardinero. The city center, the bay, and the coast work very well as distinct chapters of the same journey.