Citrea Santander – A Favorite for Families in Santander

Citrea Santander holds an exceptional location score of 9.6, placing guests 600 metres from central Santander and within 2 km of the Santander Festival Palace and Santander Port. The hotel is 7 km from Santander Airport and a 10-minute walk from both the bus and train stations. Nearby attractions include El Sardinero Casino and La Magdalena Palace, all reachable on foot.

Select rooms at Citrea Santander include a private spa bath, a feature highlighted by guests who purchased that room type. All rooms offer soundproof walls, air conditioning, and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. The property includes a hot tub facility and some rooms provide city views from a seating area on the balcony.

The hotel serves both a continental and a buffet breakfast that includes gluten-free options, regional specialities, fresh fruit, and a high-quality coffee machine. Breakfast offerings also feature a wide selection of pastries, cakes, and fresh savory options. Guest reviews frequently praise the breakfast variety and quality.

Services include a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, luggage storage, and a tour desk that provides guidance on local attractions. The property offers a parking garage and a lift, with CCTV monitoring common areas and outside areas. Accessibility features include a moving walkway to assist with the slight hill, plus a double room with disability access.

Guest feedback highlights hand-written welcome notes and chocolates left in rooms, as well as an endless supply of fresh lemon water and sweets at the reception desk. The hotel is a non-smoking property with key card access and smoke alarms throughout. Multiple reviews describe the staff as exceptionally helpful, often communicating via WhatsApp to provide restaurant recommendations and local tips.

Location: 9.6 location score, 600 m from city centre

Rooms: Private spa bath in select rooms

Dining: Gluten-free breakfast options with fresh pastries

Wellness: Hot tub and spa bath facilities

Service: 24-hour front desk with WhatsApp support

Access: 10 min walk to bus and train stations