Located in Santander (El Sardinero), Dorma Sardinero is steps from El Sardinero Beach and a 5-minute drive from Santander Ferry Terminal. .This beach hotel is 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from Cabarceno Natural Park and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Bay of Biscay.
What's nearby
El Sardinero Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Primera El Sardinero Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Gran Casino del Sardinero - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Jardines de Piquio - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
El Sardinero Stadium - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
Getting around
Santander (YJL-Santander Train Station) - 16 min drive
Santander (SDR) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
‪Restaurante Balneario de la Concha - ‬2 min walk
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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 89 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
This smoke-free hotel has 8 floors in 1 building and offers wheelchair access.
Enjoy international cuisine at H, a beachfront bar/lounge which features an ocean view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
H - This beachfront sports bar specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch only. Open daily.
H - This bistro specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Property amenities
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
Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 13 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
H
H
Family friendly
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
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
More
1 building
8 floors
Built in 1964
Smoking not allowed
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
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
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
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
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 13 per person
A late check-out fee will be charged
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
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
This property does not have elevators
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
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Silken Rio
Silken Rio Hotel
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Dorma Sardinero Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The hotel was amazing, people were very friendly
En
Diego
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tim
Feb 8, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
we were only there one night, but wish it was longer! The staff at check in was professional and personable. The rooms we had with the sea view were clean and comfortable.
Lovely hotel and great location, AC rather tempremental - but other than that perfect!
Daniel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Angela
May 22, 2025
All of the staff were kind and helpful our room was very comfortable with amazing view
The coffee shop also had lots of nice snacks to choose from
Angela
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
C
Jan 7, 2026
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
C
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carol
Jun 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Love the hotel, the staff are very helpful and friendly. The location and view is great!
Carol
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Stephen
Oct 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great view in our room overlooking the ocean. Only negative was the inflated prices in the minibar.
Stephen
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Elaine
Apr 24, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel is right on road by the Sardinero beach, but a bit off the beaten track for major sightseeing sites and restaurants. If you love to look at and walk along the seaside, this is a great place for you. If you want to be in the heart of the action, this might seem too far away from those areas.
Our room was small but adequate, and it was acceptably clean. We found the beds comfortable and the street was quiet enough late in the evening to have the window open for sea breeze and wave sounds (we visited early in the season, so this may not be true in summer!).
The restaurant was surprisingly good and with excellent service. The front desk staff seemed confused by their computer system, making check in and check out leisurely, but they were also very accommodating and helpful in suggesting parking options and places to go.
Overall, a good experience and very good value for the price.
Fantastic place to stay.
Very clean and welcoming with all modern amenities..
I got a free upgrade to a seaview which was amazing.
I cant wait to come and stay again.