Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía

3.0 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, 6-minute walk to Paseo de Pereda

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Premier Double or Twin Room
Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Junior Suite, Terrace | View from room
Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, City View, Tower

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$108
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Explore the area

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Paseo Menéndez Pelayo 44, Santander, Cantabria, 39006
  • Place, Banco Santander
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, El Sardinero Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Santander Ferry Terminal
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santander (SDR)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Bay View, Tower

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Premier Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 19 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, City View, Tower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Santander

Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía puts you in the heart of Santander, within just a 10-minute stroll of Paseo de Pereda and Chico Port. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, a conference centre and a 24-hour business centre. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and express check-in. Additionally, you'll find express check-out, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of a beach shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Santander hotel include Palace of Festivals of Cantabria and Centro Botín.

What's nearby

  • Chico Port - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Banco Santander - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • El Sardinero Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gran Casino del Sardinero - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santander Ferry Terminal - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Santander (YJL-Santander Train Station) - 7 min drive
  • Santander (SDR) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tapas 53 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Mulata - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Casimira - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Marucho - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taste Of India - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía

Hotel with an outdoor pool, 6-minute walk to Paseo de Pereda
Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 420 square feet (39 square metres) and includes a conference centre. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and express check-in are also featured at the business-friendly Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía was completed in September 2022.

This 3-star Santander hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • 420 sq ft of conference space
  • 39 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1850
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Beds feature down duvets. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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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
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, uncovered parking on site (EUR 17 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre (420 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (90 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (80 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (110 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1850
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Renovated entire property - September 2022
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 9:00 AM

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 9 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: EUR 17 per night

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, cash and mobile payments. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

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.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Children 9 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía?

Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía?

As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía on 16 Nov 2025 start from AU$107.77, 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 Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía?

Yep, Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía has a secured uncovered self car park for EUR 17 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía?

Yep, Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía is a short 19-minute walk from Los Peligros Beach.

Does Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía have a pool?

Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía?

No, Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía?

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

Are pets allowed at Sercotel El Balcón de la Bahía?

No, pets are not allowed.