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Hotel Silken Rio Santander

4.0 star property
Sea view hotel with bar/lounge, near El Sardinero Beach

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View from property
Garden view
View from room
Front of property
Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$94
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb

Explore the area

Map
Avenida Reina Victoria, 153, Santander, Cantabria, 39005
  • El Sardinero Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Primera El Sardinero Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Gran Casino del Sardinero
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Santander (SDR)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Connecting Rooms

Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room, Connecting Rooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Connecting Rooms, Sea View

Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room, Connecting Rooms, Sea View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Sea View

Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Santander

At Hotel Silken Rio Santander you'll be within steps of El Sardinero Beach and Bay of Biscay. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Marea Alta, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch. Marea Baja is the hotel's own tapas bar, serving drinks along with breakfast and lunch. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym. 2153 square feet (200 square metres) of event facilities include 3 meeting rooms and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Santander hotel, attractions include Santander Ferry Terminal and Cabarceno Natural Park.

What's nearby

  • El Sardinero Beach - 1 min walk
  • Gran Casino del Sardinero - 4 min walk
  • Palacio de la Magdalena - 16 min walk
  • Santander Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive
  • Santander Cathedral - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Santander (YJL-Santander Train Station) - 11 min drive
  • Santander (SDR) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Maremondo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafeteria Manila - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bar Restaurante la Cañia - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Balneario de la Concha - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Balneario la Magdalena - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Hotel Silken Rio Santander

Sea view hotel with bar/lounge, near El Sardinero Beach
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2153 square feet (200 square metres) and includes conference space. An area shuttle and a bus station shuttle are available for a fee. A fitness centre, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Silken Rio Santander. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Hotel Silken Rio Santander was completed in July 2020.

This 4-star Santander hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 89 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2153 sq ft of conference space
  • 200 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1964
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hotel Silken Rio Santander offers 89 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature down duvets. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free offsite parking within 50 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Covered parking on site (EUR 22 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order 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 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Marea Alta
  • Marea Baja

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,153 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in

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.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately EUR 18 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: EUR 22 per day
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash
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. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all 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 over; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • On-site 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 aged 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.
  • To adhere to national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 01 June to 30 September.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

Hotel Silken Rio Santander offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Silken Rio Santander on 27 Feb 2025 start from AU$94.15, including 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.

Is parking available at Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

Yep, Hotel Silken Rio Santander has a covered self car park for EUR 22 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

Yep, Hotel Silken Rio Santander is a short 1-minute walk from El Sardinero Beach.

What makes Hotel Silken Rio Santander a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a lounge bar, as well as deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Silken Rio Santander.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Hotel Silken Rio Santander serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

No, Hotel Silken Rio Santander does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Silken Rio Santander?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hotel Silken Rio Santander Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 522 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 522 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 522 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 522 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 522 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JESUS, CAROLINA

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aparcamiento muy fácil y ubicación inmejorable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

MAURILIA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Yee Key

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Cecilia

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ladies at the front desk were very nice but the bed was not well made also. Bathroom not clean mold around shower doors
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOSE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, and location. Right in front of the Sardinero beach and city center....Great experience.
View from our room....
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Piotr

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rumana

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Odalis, Riverview

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property at a great location. Many great restaurants nearby Easy public transportation to the center of town Only complaint is the walls were a bit thin But overall, excellent
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Launie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Getting ready to walk on the Camino.
Wonderful to be overlooking the beach & be so close to restaurants & bars.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mahziab

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Alejandro, San Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mari

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice, clean, inviting, and peaceful. The staff was very informative and helpful. Enjoyed our stay and totally recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liset, Miami

Liked: Amenities
Excellent hotel with an amazing view
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mornay

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beauty and Comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous holiday
It was a fabulous hotel for us. We enjoyed every minute of our 3 days stay. Great location.. right In the seafront. Several beaches and parks in the vicinity. There are bus stops a few yards away from front door and frequent buses to city which is only 10 minutes ride away. We didn’t use the café, bar or restaurant in the hotel only because we like little walk before and after meals. There are numerous cafes, small and large restaurants that serve great food, tapas and drink just a few minutes walk away. Some of them have live music and some have beautiful ambiance. The hotel itself is clean and the room very cozy with nice pillows and bed. The hotel staff were nice and friendly, particularly the lady who was in the front desk during our stay. She was very pleasant, polite and kind… always helpful with a smile whether it is giving us charging cable for phone or getting ironing board in the room promptly or explaining about the hybrid bikes available for hire from the hotel. The other members of staff we interacted were very pleasant as well. We have been to most other parts of Spain several times in the past 15 years. It was our first time in Northern Spain and Santander exceeded our expectations in many ways. Certainly staying in this hotel contributed significantly to a great holiday. Suma and Thomas
From beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing view
We got upgraded to beach view which was an amazing view. Reception staff were excellent. The restaurant was unfortunately closed so we ate on the bar, food was good but server was very abrupt.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mercy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
last minute weekend away
Stayed for 2 nights. Return visit to Santander in two months. Decided to stay near the beach. Room was good. We had a sea view. The room was on the main road looking on to the bay. Was a little noisy but not late into the night. Breakfast was good. We had breakfast tea which for Spain was very good. Also had Cava at breakfast! There was no outside space at all. Location was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for the beach. Food and service are very good. Bus service to main part of city is great. Noisy guests above us but don’t blame hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were exceptionally kind and attentive to our family. A welcome aspect when traveling with young children.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023