OFFICIAL ACCOMMODATION

Sleep in
the North

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

🏷️ Discount code FOUNDAITION27 · Up to 25% off at official hotels
Hotel Real Santander
★★★★★
OFFICIAL VIP HOTEL
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 the Magdalena Peninsula. An 8-minute walk from the Palacio de la Magdalena and 15 minutes from the Palacio de Exposiciones.

🌊 Bay and Sardinero beach views
🍽️ Starred fine-dining restaurant
🏊 Spa and heated indoor pool
📶 Business centre and meeting rooms
🚶 8 min walk to Palacio Magdalena
🎾 Historic gardens and terrace
Single
Special rate
Rack rate. FoundAItion: 225€
Double
Special rate
Rack rate. FoundAItion: 315€
VIP Suite
Special rate
Reserved for speakers and Gold+ sponsors
Code: FOUNDAITION27-REAL Book now →
Magdalena: 8 min Exposiciones: 12 min Festivales: 10 min
Hotel Santemar Santander
★★★★
BEST VALUE FOR MONEY
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
Special rate
Rack rate. FoundAItion: 124€
Double
Special rate
Rack rate. FoundAItion: 165€
Business Suite
Special rate
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 98€/night · Code: FOUND27
★★★

Hostal de la Corza

Quality on a budget. In the historic old town, with unbeatable pricing for cost-conscious travellers.

From 65€/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

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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 · 9–15 May 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 · 9–15 May 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