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Sentido Galosol

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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Enjoy expansive ocean views from the multiple balconies of this coastal property, featuring a swimming pool area with access to the water.
Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding cliffs and ocean from this coastal property's glass facade.
Relax in a spacious room with a sofa, chairs, and a small table, offering a panoramic view of the rugged coastline and ocean.
Relax by the ocean-view pool surrounded by rocky formations and lounge chairs with canopies.
Relax on the ocean-view balcony with a comfortable seating area, taking in the unobstructed views of the rocky coastline.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Rua D. Francisco Santana, Caniço de Baixo, Santa Cruz, Madeira, 9125-031
  • Madeira Botanical Garden
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Funchal Farmers Market
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • CR7 Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Twin Room, Side Ocean View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Twin Room, Side Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Sentido Suite (2 bedrooms)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Sentido Side Sea View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Sentido Side Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Sentido Fitness Suite (1 bedroom) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Sentido Fitness Suite (1 bedroom)

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Twin Room, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Twin Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Sentido Sea View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Sentido Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Master Suite (2 bedrooms) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Master Suite (2 bedrooms)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Suite

  • 473 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Sentido Galosol places you next to Ponta da Oliveira and within a 10-minute walk of Reis Magos Beach. This 125-room, 4-star hotel has 2 outdoor pools along with a full-service spa and 2 restaurants.

What's nearby

  • Palheiro Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Madeira Botanical Garden - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Palheiro Gardens - 8 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Funchal Farmers Market - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • CR7 Museum - 10 min drive - 5.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Carbonara Garajau - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Laranjinha - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Residencial Klenks Café - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bar Riu Palace - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Riu Palace Reception - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Sentido Galosol

Family-friendly hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
Guests of Sentido Galosol have access to a full-service spa, 2 outdoor pools, and an indoor pool. If you drive, self parking is EUR 5 per day, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available on request) for EUR 40 per person roundtrip. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a children's pool, a gym, and a sauna.
Guests can expect free WiFi and Smart TVs with cable channels. Pillowtop beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Balconies, minibars, and safes are also standard.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Ashoka has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 5 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Self parking on site (EUR 5 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Atlantis Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Basketball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle tours
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Pilates classes
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference center (3,229 square feet of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1990
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Renovated entire property - January 2023
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 78

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 35.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 40 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 20 (roundtrip), (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • Self parking fee: EUR 5 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 5 per day (492 ft away)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 78 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 35.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.
Property Registration Number 3122

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 6 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Galo Galosol
Galo Galosol Canico
Galo Resort Hotel
Galo Resort Hotel Galosol
Galo Resort Hotel Galosol Canico
Galosol
Sport Hotel Canico
Sentido Galosol Hotel
Galo Resort Hotel Galosol
Sentido Galosol Santa Cruz
Sentido Galosol Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Sentido Galosol?

Sentido Galosol provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Sentido Galosol?

This hotel in Santa Cruz is within a 10-minute walk of Ponta da Oliveira and Reis Magos Beach. You'll also find Palheiro Golf Club and Palmeiras Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Sentido Galosol?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 5 per day. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Sentido Galosol?

Ashoka is the hotel's spa and services include hot stone massages, sports massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy.

Does Sentido Galosol have a casino at the property?

No, Sentido Galosol doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sentido Galosol?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with 2 outdoor pools. Guests have pool access between 8:30 AM and 6 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Sentido Galosol?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a beach bar, 2 outdoor pools, and a beachfront restaurant.

Does Sentido Galosol have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Sentido Galosol feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Sentido Galosol has 2 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Will Sentido Galosol allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sentido Galosol.

Are there connecting rooms at Sentido Galosol?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Sentido Galosol?

The closest major airport to Sentido Galosol is Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC), which is 6.5 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sentido Galosol?

Yes, every guestroom at Sentido Galosol comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Does Sentido Galosol host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Sentido Galosol if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Sentido Galosol Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 384 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 384 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 384 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 384 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 384 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well deserved 4star resort hotel. Our standard room had a balcony facing the ocean. Resort had 2 restaurants, multiple pools, and many other amenities that we didn’t get to enjoy for our one-night stay. Breakfast had lots of variety of food. Room itself was really clean and in perfect condition, good layout, comfortably firm bed and pillows. Parking could be a bit of struggle if checking in late, there’s only a strip of parking spots along the side of the building, approximately 25-30.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tihomira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Oluwagbemisola

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is simply ok. Not great, not bad. The adult only hotel, Sentido Galomar looked much better and the facilities e.g spa, nicer restaurant, lounge was located in the other hotel meaning you have to walk (very short walk though). Breakfast was very basic, the buffet lunch and dinner were much better.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and definitely will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location next to cliffs with oceanic views is what gives this hotel its allure.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camilla

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa facilities were amazing, we loved the saunas and the steam bath. Swimming in the ocean was also lovely as was the outdoor pool area. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Szczepan

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
I highly recommend it
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Can’t wait to go back!

A wonderful end to my time in Madeira. The hotel was stunning and the staff were so lovely and welcoming. My room was one of the best hotel rooms I’ve ever stayed out of all my various trips - extremely clean, well ventilated, warm and cosy and as someone who is passionate about interior styling, I really appreciated the minimalist design. Breakfast and dinner at the hotel restaurant was good and the close proximity to local restaurants and shops was a bonus too. Already dreaming about my next stay here 😍
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek, Bath

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay and location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was fresh, with a variety of choice. The bedroom was nice clean and spacious with a view that was amazing to watch the sunrise each morning from the balcony. The facilities were good, the bus services 155 into town always punctual and again the journey to Funchal had amazing ocean and hilltop views, with winding roads offering a nice sceneric veiws. I enjoyed my stay and would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Alastair

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel / few issues

Parking situation is dire. Hotel in good shape, rooms v comfortable. Information a bit chaotic like it’s breakfast options. Location is off the beaten track. Was not overally impressed but absolutely had some high points. Only my opinion. Looked popular.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruno

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hotel

It is an amazing hotel, the people at the reception were excellent and in general this hotel has to be a 5 starts one I recommend this hotel highly and for sure I will stay here in a second opportunity to visit again Madeira
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ms Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Renee

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Fabian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NO PARKING NO PARKING NO PARKING The hotel overall is beautiful, relaxing and if you are looking to spend days inside the hotel maybe it is worth it. To be honest, I regret staying here because of the parking and food. If you go to madeira you are on adventure mode, like hiking, walking, and driving a lot. You just want to arrive relax and rest, not having to stress about finding parking knowing what you paid for the stay. I was lucky enough to find almost every day (keep in mind it was low season), but I parked in a random spot twice and hoped the car wouldn't get towed. The food is not the best, it is better to go to a local restaurant to eat. Breakfast looks like they used some of the food from last night. The omelette station was worth it. Coffee is an absolute no (if you’re a serious coffee lover.)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Spa was incredible. We used the ocean view sauna every day and loved it! Room was clean and tidy, we had a nice view from our balcony. Walkable to many restaurants in the area. It was a relaxing and quiet location compared to the more lively Funchal.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

cassandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was awesome, they knew we had an early flight and offered to have. Breakfast box for us upon checkout. Property is large and difficult to navigate
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice with a wonderful Jew and balcony. Walked down to their bar and it was awesome with an amazing view of the ocean. Didn’t walk around much because it rained all night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ariel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were all super helpful and friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vitor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely hotel, the breakfast brunch was fantastic every time. The location is great if you plan to travel around the island as it’s 20 seconds from the highway. The ocean view was great as well. The restaurant and markets that are 30 seconds walk from the hotel were phenomenal as well. Definitely staying here again when I come back!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, with lots of restaurants, lounges, loved the beach/pool/cliff area. Breakfast has a lot of variety. Limited parking and no dedicated shampoo or conditioner, only one bottle of soap/gel for both body and hair. Rooms renovated but not completely, the terrace and windows are still dated. Overall, we did enjoy our stay, there were a lot more positives than negatives.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024