Relax at Hotel Chiqui, nestled near El Sardinero Beach with a golf course on site. Tee off on the 9-hole course or soak up the sun by the seasonal pool and enjoy a drink from the poolside bar. With an oceanfront restaurant and helpful staff, this hotel has captured guests' hearts with its beach locale.
Avda. Manuel García Lago 9, Santander, Cantabria, 39005
What's nearby
El Sardinero Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos de Santander - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Jardines de Piquio - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
El Sardinero Stadium - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Gran Casino del Sardinero - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Santander (SDR) - 25 min drive
Santander (YJL-Santander Train Station) - 12 min drive
Santander Station - 17 min drive
Valdecilla Station - 18 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Max Sports Café - 15 min walk
El Parque de Trueba - 4 min walk
Café Bar El Faro - 3 min drive
100 Montaditos - La Sureña - 12 min walk
Donde siempre - 10 min walk
About this property
Hotel Chiqui
At Hotel Chiqui, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of El Sardinero Beach and Santander Ferry Terminal. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at PANORAMA, which serves lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a poolside bar, a bar/lounge, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and beach location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
161 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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Children
Babysitting*
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Onsite self parking (EUR 25 per day)
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Transfers
Airport shuttle*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Traveling with children
Childcare in room (surcharge)
Lifeguard on site
What to do
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Working away
5 meeting rooms
Conference space (9688 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Beach towels
Pool loungers
Romance packages
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Adjacent to a golf course
Seasonal outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Front entrance ramp
Wheelchairs available on site
Closed captioned TV
Lever door handles
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Rainfall showerhead
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Champagne service
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Dining
PANORAMA - This beachfront restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 18 for adults and EUR 10 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 50.0 per day
Parking
Self parking costs EUR 25 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from April to December
Policies
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
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
Chiqui Hotel
Chiqui Hotel Santander
Chiqui Santander
Hotel Chiqui
Hotel Chiqui Santander
Hotel Chiqui Hotel
Hotel Chiqui Santander
Hotel Chiqui Hotel Santander
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Chiqui offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Chiqui 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.
Is there a pool at Hotel Chiqui?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Chiqui?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Chiqui?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 25 per day.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Chiqui?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Chiqui?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Chiqui?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Gran Casino del Sardinero (15-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Chiqui and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and scuba diving. Hotel Chiqui also has a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Chiqui?
Yes, PANORAMA offers beachfront dining.
What's the area around Hotel Chiqui like?
Hotel Chiqui is located near El Sardinero Beach in El Sardinero, a short 3-minute walk from Bay of Biscay and 11 minutes' walk from Jardines de Piquio. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Reviews
Hotel Chiqui Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The property offers stunning views of the beach and a perfect location for easy access to the seaside. (18 reviews)
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, great, excellent, and wonderful with plenty of options available. (20 reviews)
The pool was stunningly beautiful, infinity pool was amazing, and pool facilities were outstanding. (9 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2025
Excellent staff and service
Holly
Holly, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2025
Fantastic hotel . Very friendly and efficient staff. Clean room .Amazing location .
Claire
Claire, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 27, 2025
Excellent view over the very nice beach and the bay. Large comfortable room and very nice staff
Mikkel
Mikkel, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 4, 2025
A nice hotel in a great location
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Superb location and views
Rob
Rob, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2025
We had a great view of the ocean
SANDI
SANDI, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2025
Amazing location ,friendly helpful staff and very clean
Claire
Claire, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2024
Wonderful hotel great location, restaurant was lovely and food fantastic
Emily
Emily, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
A perfect location
Quiet hotel at the end of a cul-de-sac road, access to the beach, nice infinity pool.
Pius
Pius, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2024
Nice and clean hotel, good breakfast buffet!
Trevor
Trevor, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2025
Great location
Spectacular location and views
Alexander
Alexander, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 9, 2025
Beautiful view of the ocean from our balcony, slept with the doors open to listen to the ocean waves every night. The pool was very refreshing.
Kevin
Kevin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
Good hotel location.
Very good hotel clean throughout, staff friendly and very approachable. Ideal location if your waiting for the ferry.
Clive
Clive, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2023
Wonderful Stay
Fantastic location, great sunrise views, comfortable rooms and very helpful staff.
Tricia
Tricia, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2024
Great place, great location,
Wonderful view of the ocean.
Anuruddha
Anuruddha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2024
Great location and offer in general.
Israel
Israel, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2025
Great hotel, very friendly and helpful. The hotel very clean and welcoming. Good place to stay if you're waiting for the ferry back to England. Only a short drive to the ferry port.
Clive
Clive, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2025
Always great
Always smiley, professional reception and rooms always very clean. A great stop over before the ferry.
RUTH
RUTH, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2023
Very friendly and catering staff, nice room, good amenities and a lovely area
Matthew
Matthew, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2024
Great hotel
Great hotel, in the beautiful promenade fab views. Restaurant good and buffet breakfast lovely.
Fiona
Fiona, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2024
Lovely hotel and staff. Situated in a perfect location
Zelie
Zelie, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
Really nice place with a lovely view of the sea
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 23, 2023
Great Location and friendly & helpful service.
JOHN
JOHN, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2023
Relaxed times at the beach in Santander
Excellent hotel for a days away in the beach, relaxing and just enjoying yourself.
Arianne
Arianne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2023
Just left after a 5 night stay,hotel was beautiful staff very friendly and amazing views!