OFFICIAL ACCOMMODATION

Sleep in
the North

Hotels hand-picked by FoundAItion with special rates for attendees. From the historic gem that is the Gran Hotel Real to four-star comfort just steps from the venues.

🏷️ Discount code FOUNDAITION27 · Up to 25% off at official hotels
Gran Hotel Real Santander
★★★★★
5-Star Hotel · Official VIP Partner

Gran Hotel Real Santander

Santander's most iconic hotel. A historic early-20th-century palace built to host the Spanish Royal Family, with panoramic views over Santander Bay and Sardinero beach. An 8-minute walk from the Palacio de la Magdalena.

🌊 Bay and Sardinero beach views
🍽️ Fine-dining restaurant
🏊 Spa and heated indoor pool
📶 Business centre and meeting rooms
🚶 8 min walk to Palacio Magdalena
🎾 Historic gardens and terrace
Single
225€
FoundAItion rate · per night
Double
315€
FoundAItion rate · per night
VIP Suite
On request
Speakers and Gold+ sponsors only
Code: FOUNDAITION27-REAL Book now →
Magdalena: 8 min Exposiciones: 12 min Festivales: 10 min
Hotel Bahía Santander
★★★★
4-Star Hotel · Official Partner

Hotel Bahía Santander

Four stars right in the centre of Santander, facing the bay and steps from the Centro Botín and the Jardines de Pereda. Contemporary design, bright rooms and the best base for exploring the city and the summit venues on foot.

🌊 Facing the bay and the ferry terminal
🎨 Next to the Centro Botín
🍳 Buffet breakfast (congress rate)
📶 High-speed Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
🚶 7 min walk to the Palacio de Festivales
🏙️ In the heart of downtown Santander
Single
118€
FoundAItion rate · per night
Double
158€
FoundAItion rate · per night
Suite
210€
Bay views · per night
Code: FOUNDAITION27-BAHIA Book now →
Festivales: 7 min Exposiciones: 14 min Magdalena: 22 min
Hotel Santemar Santander
★★★★
4-Star Hotel · Official Partner

Hotel Santemar

The go-to hotel for Santander congress-goers. Modern, functional and strategically located just steps from the Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos. Spacious rooms, impeccable service and an unbeatable value proposition. The smart choice for getting the most out of FoundAItion 2027.

🏙️ 5 min walk to the Palacio de Exposiciones
🍳 Buffet breakfast included (congress rate)
💪 Gym and wellness area
🅿️ Private parking (7€/day with special rate)
📶 Gigabit Wi-Fi throughout the property
🎽 Flexible check-in/out for speakers
Single
124€
FoundAItion rate · per night
Double
165€
FoundAItion rate · per night
Business Suite
230€
With private meeting room
Code: FOUNDAITION27-SANTEMAR Book now →
Exposiciones: 5 min Magdalena: 18 min Festivales: 10 min

More Accommodation Options

★★★★

Hotel Hoyuela

Boutique design in the heart of El Sardinero. 15 min from the Palacio de Exposiciones.

From 145€/night · Code: FOUND27
★★★★

NH Collection Santander

Central and functional. 10 min walk to the Palacio de Exposiciones. A trusted chain.

From 112€/night · Code: FOUND27
Apartments

Apartamentos del Sardinero

Perfect for teams of 3 or more. Fully equipped kitchen, sea views.

From 85€/night/person · Enquire
GETTING HERE & TRANSPORT DISCOUNTS

Getting to Santander is easy

🚄

Train (Renfe)

Direct high-speed service from Madrid in 2h 45 min. Connections from Bilbao, Burgos and across the Cantabrian coast.

-20% on Renfe
Code: FNDN27RENFE
Valid on AVE and regional trains · 11–17 April 2027
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Flight

Santander-Parayas Airport (SDR). Flights from Madrid (Iberia, Air Europa), Barcelona (Vueling) and European destinations.

-15% on Iberia
Code: FNDN27IBERIA
SDR flights only · 11–17 April 2027
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Bus

ALSA connects Santander with Madrid, Bilbao, Burgos, Valladolid and more cities. Bus station 5 min from the city centre.

-10% on ALSA
Code: FNDN27ALSA
Stackable with Student card discount
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Car & Parking

Santander has parking at the Palacio de Exposiciones and multiple public car parks within 200 m. No parking headaches.

Free parking
For VIP accreditations
Parking pass included with VIP and Speaker tickets
Photo credits

Santander Bay: photograph by José Luis Filpo Cabana (CC BY 3.0). Hotel Bahía Santander: photograph by Frobles (CC BY-SA 4.0). Images via Wikimedia Commons. Gran Hotel Real Santander and Hotel Santemar: official imagery provided by the venues. Rates and discount codes are indicative and subject to confirmation by each hotel.