The NH Santander is a modern hotel on Calle Juan de Herrera in Santander's city centre, operated by the Minor Hotels–NH group to the chain's standardised contemporary specification. Santander Cathedral is approximately 350 metres away; the seafront Pereda Gardens and the Centro Botín contemporary art centre are around 600 metres on foot; and the ferry terminal for overnight Brittany Ferries sailings to Plymouth and Portsmouth is roughly 1 km east. The RENFE and FEVE train stations are around 2 km south of the hotel.
Rooms are fitted to a consistent contemporary standard — upholstered headboards, work desks with USB charging points, climate control, good soundproofing and free Wi-Fi throughout. Standard, Superior and Junior Suite categories are available; Superior rooms offer additional floor space and are preferred by guests staying more than two nights. Business facilities include meeting rooms with audiovisual equipment, making the hotel a common choice for corporate travellers visiting the regional administration and university campuses.
The lobby restaurant serves breakfast and light lunches; a bar is open through the day for both guests and local office workers. The hotel's main strength for leisure travellers is walkability: the Mercado de la Esperanza iron food market is a 10-minute walk, the pincho bar concentration on Calle Hernán Cortés is 400 metres away, and most of Santander's cultural landmarks — El Corte Inglés, the Palacio de la Magdalena day tours, the cathedral — are reachable on foot. The NH brand prioritises functional efficiency and predictable standards over distinctive character, which suits guests who want a reliable urban base without surprises.
| Price | €€ (€80–150/night, ~$86–162) |
|---|---|
| Address | Calle Juan de Herrera 3, 39002 Santander, Cantabria |
Room types
- Standard rooms
- Superior rooms
- Junior suite
Amenities
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Meeting rooms
Location
Calle Juan de Herrera 3, 39002 Santander, Cantabria
43.4626, -3.8055 View on map
Highlights
- Central location within 600 metres of the Centro Botín arts centre and Pereda Gardens seafront promenade
- 350 metres from Santander Cathedral and the historic Barrio Pesquero fishing neighbourhood
- Business-grade meeting rooms and audiovisual facilities — well-used by corporate and conference guests
- 1 km from the Brittany Ferries terminal for overnight sailings to Plymouth and Portsmouth
- Walking distance to Calle Hernán Cortés pincho bar street and the Mercado de la Esperanza
Tips for visiting
- Request a room above the fourth floor to reduce street noise from the Calle Juan de Herrera junction below.
- The hotel is a practical ferry-day base — checkout is 12:00 and can often be pushed to 14:00 with advance notice, bridging the gap before evening sailings.
- NH's app and nhhotels.com member rates frequently come in 10–15 % below walk-up prices at this property.