Tourism statisticsCity2026
Santander Tourism Statistics: 524,052 Hotel Guests in 2024
Santander, in Cantabria, Spain, recorded 524,052 hotel guests in 2024, Turismo Santander (Ayuntamiento de Santander) reports. AirROI estimates 22,195 Airbnb stays in Santander in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was August, and the quietest was February.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 122,125
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 5.5 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- August
- From abroad, among guests who left a review
- 60%
Key facts
Santander Tourism Facts
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Official
- Turismo Santander (Ayuntamiento de Santander) puts Santander at 524,052 hotel guests in 2024.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Santander at 22,195 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Santander added up to 122,125 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Santander lasted 5.5 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 60 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks August the busiest Airbnb month in Santander in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by July and September, with February the quietest.
- AirROI estimates the six busiest Airbnb months in Santander ran unbroken from May to October in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Santander in August were booked furthest ahead, about 96 days, against 34 days for March, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 60% of Santander Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 came from abroad, led by the United Kingdom at 12% and France at 11%.
- Among Santander Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, Madrid was the top origin city at 11%, ahead of London at 2%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks Santander 37th for Airbnb stays among the 347 towns it lists in Spain in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Santander?
Turismo Santander (Ayuntamiento de Santander) counted 524,052 hotel guests in 2024.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 524,052Hotel guests | Travelers staying in hotels in Santander | 2024 | Turismo Santander (Ayuntamiento de Santander) |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Santander
Santander had 1,090 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 22,195 stays and 122,125 nights. A typical stay lasted 5.5 nights and was booked about 60 days ahead.
- Airbnb homes
- 1,090
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 22,195
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 122,125
- Typical stay
- 5.5 nights
- Booked ahead
- 60 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Santander?
On Airbnb, August was the busiest month in Santander in the 12 months to October 2026, then July and September. February was the quietest. The six busiest months run unbroken from May to October.
August ranks first, February last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: August, July, September, June, May, October, April, March, December, November, January, February.
Month by month: rank and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| August | 13.1% | 96 days |
| July | 10.8% | 85 days |
| September | 9.7% | 53 days |
| June | 9.5% | 58 days |
| May | 9.3% | 55 days |
| October | 8.2% | 43 days |
| April | 7.9% | 46 days |
| March | 7.0% | 34 days |
| December | 6.8% | 40 days |
| November | 6.3% | 35 days |
| January | 5.8% | 36 days |
| February | 5.7% | 35 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Santander Airbnb Guests Come From?
Among Santander Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 60% came from abroad, led by the United Kingdom at 12% and France at 11%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, Madrid was the top origin city at 11%, ahead of London at 2%. The figures rest on 64,109 reviews, written over many years.
60% from abroad
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From abroad 60%
- From within Spain 40%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Santander
How many tourists visit Santander?
Santander had 524,052 hotel guests in 2024, according to Turismo Santander (Ayuntamiento de Santander). AirROI estimates 22,195 Airbnb stays in Santander in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in Santander?
The busiest Airbnb month in Santander in the 12 months to October 2026 was August, then July and September. The six busiest months run from May to October.
What is the quietest month in Santander?
February was the quietest Airbnb month in Santander in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and January ranked 11th. Stays in February were booked about 35 days ahead, against 96 days for August.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Santander?
A typical Airbnb stay in Santander lasted 5.5 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 60 days ahead.
Where do Airbnb guests in Santander come from?
Of Santander Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 60% came from abroad, AirROI estimates. The largest groups were the United Kingdom at 12% and France at 11%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was Madrid at 11%, ahead of London at 2%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. Turismo Santander (Ayuntamiento de Santander) counts hotel guests (524,052 in 2024). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 22,195 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 22,195 stays at 5.50 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 64,109 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.