Silken Rio Santander – A Favorite for Families in Santander
About the Hotel
Rooms with sea views
The Silken Río Santander offers 88 rooms with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and individually controlled heating. Some rooms feature balconies overlooking El Sardinero Beach, just 20 meters away. Family rooms connect two standard rooms, providing space for four guests. Deluxe rooms include heated towel racks, bathrobes, and Diptyque toiletries.
Cantabrian cuisine onsite
The Marea Alta restaurant serves locally sourced seafood and traditional Cantabrian dishes. Breakfast includes fresh juices, pastries, and hot dishes. The cafeteria offers a bistro menu for casual dining. Restaurant hours: Lunch from 13:30 to 15:45, dinner from 20:00 to 22:30.
Near beach and landmarks
The hotel is opposite El Sardinero Beach, a 2-minute walk from Plaza Italia and the Grand Casino Sardinero. Nearby attractions include the Palace of La Magdalena (1 km), Museo Marítimo del Cantabrico (1.5 km), and Paseo de Pereda (2 km).
Meeting and event spaces
The Solana function room accommodates up to 30 guests for meetings or banquets. Wedding packages include catering and event coordination. The hotel has hosted events for 35 years.
Transport and parking
Santander Airport is a 15-minute drive. The FEVE and RENFE train stations are in the city center. A paid garage is available 200 meters from the hotel. Electric bike rentals are offered for city exploration.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Paid parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor