Somo

Travel Guide

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, grassy dunes, a wooden pier, and calm water with boats.
A sunset over a beach with rocky cliffs.
A rocky shoreline with waves, a lighthouse, and a distant island.
A holiday in Somo, on the shores of the Cantabrian Sea, has everything you need: from its tasty cuisine to its artisan tradition, be ready to be impressed!

Somo is a town in Ribamontán al Mar. It’s not the only town there, as you’ll also find Loredo, Langre and Suesa, among others, making for a varied, fun-filled stay. No wonder, then, that this is one of the main tourist destinations in Cantabria. There are lots of cheap trips to Somo available for you to explore everything the small town has to offer.

Start your trip with a day out along the coast of this charming town with fewer than a thousand inhabitants. Somo beach, with its fine, golden sands, exposed to the wind and with strong waves are the perfect spot for surf lovers. If you're looking for something quieter, El Puntal beach is one of the quietest in Cantabria, sheltered by the bay of Santander. Nearby you’ll find the Puntal Dunes and Estuary of Miera Special Conservation Area, with all its rich biodiversity.

In the evening, you can take a stroll along the Somo promenade, which offers magnificent views of the bay, ideal for taking in the emblematic Magdalena Palace in the distance, and the changing landscape, bathed in the light of the sunset. Book one of our package deals to Somo, and treat yourself to a relaxing break. You’ll want to set aside part of your budget to enjoy the local cuisine, with their famous grilled fish from the icy waters of the Cantabrian Sea. You can also pick up a souvenir thanks to the local tradition of craftsmanship, as most of the members of the region’s ceramicists can be found here.

Santander will be the first stop on your trip to Somo. From the region’s capital, there are buses to Santoña that stop in Somo. If you’re interested in other options to reach your destination, you’ll be glad to know there are boat trips in the bay of Santander that stop in Somo. Take in the coastline on a relaxing boat ride.

Hotel Bemón Playa

Hotel Bemón Playa

3 out of 5
Calle la Fuente, 3 Ribamontan al Mar Cantabria
The price is P3,358 per night from Nov 13 to Nov 14
P3,358
P3,694 total
Nov 13 - Nov 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ribamontan al Mar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions El Sardinero Beach and Cabarceno ...
9/10 Wonderful! (105 reviews)
"Tucked out of the way, Hotel Playa Bemón became a refuge for me from the hurly burly of both Santander City and the more conspicuous hotels in Somo. I enjoyed a magnificent two nights of perfect sleep. There was also the business of a delightful 30 minute ferry ride from a cute little slip just a ..."

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2026

Hotel Bemón Playa
Torres de Somo

Torres de Somo

4 out of 5
Arna 66 Ribamontan al Mar Cantabria
The price is P4,219 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
P4,219
P4,641 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ribamontan al Mar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions El Sardinero Beach and Sanctuary of Nuestra ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (42 reviews)
"This place is beautiful but the service and the staff were not helpful at all."

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2026

Torres de Somo
Apartamentos Somo

Apartamentos Somo

2.5 out of 5
Calle Cabo Mayor 11 Ribamontan al Mar
The price is P3,192 per night from Nov 17 to Nov 18
P3,192
P3,511 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ribamontan al Mar. Enjoy a garden. Popular attractions El Sardinero Beach and Cabarceno Natural Park are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"A large ,modern appartment in an excellent location. Close to the beach and the bars ,restaurants etc in the small town. Safe, underground parking. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen had a washing machine and a dishwasher. I would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2026

Apartamentos Somo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Estudios Aranzazu

Estudios Aranzazu

2 out of 5
Mies del Valle, 4 Santander Cantabria
Stay at this aparthotel in Santander. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.4/10 Good! (291 reviews)
"Sería muy bueno disponer de microondas"

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2026

Estudios Aranzazu
Apartamentos Turísticos Bahía de Boó

Apartamentos Turísticos Bahía de Boó

2 out of 5
Calle Prosperidad No. 36 A y B El Astillero Cantabria
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in El Astillero. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Cabarceno Natural ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (221 reviews)
"The listing says “sound proofed” rooms. This was not the case, I could hear my neighbours tv as if I was sitting in their living room. The train comes past every 45 minutes and makes an horrendous sound when it does. I would not stay here again."

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2026

Apartamentos Turísticos Bahía de Boó
Apartamentos Santander Maliaño Suites 3000

Apartamentos Santander Maliaño Suites 3000

3 out of 5
Calle Alday, 39 Camargo Cantabria
Stay at this aparthotel in Camargo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Cabarceno Natural Park and El Sardinero Beach are ...
6.8/10 (22 reviews)
"La estancia estuvo excelente, si tuviera aire acondicionada estuviera súper mejor, así no se escucharía ningún ruido"

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2026

Apartamentos Santander Maliaño Suites 3000
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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