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Sentido Galosol

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
2 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar, beach bar
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
2 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar, beach bar

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Room service

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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

Room options

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Twin Room, Side Ocean View

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

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)

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)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room, Sea View

Twin Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Sentido Sea View

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)

Master Suite (2 bedrooms)

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

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Suite

Suite

  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Santa Cruz

Beachside getaway.You'll be steps from Ponta da Oliveira and within a 10-minute walk of Reis Magos Beach. Garajau Cable Car and Cristo Rei are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Madeira Botanical Garden - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Palheiro Gardens - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Funchal Farmers Market - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Town Square - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • CR7 Museum - 10 min drive - 9.5 km

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

4-star beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools
Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. At Sentido Galosol you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This eco-certified hotel also offers a children's pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. You'll have access to the indoor pool and outdoor pool at a partner property. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of Sentido Galosol was completed in January 2023.

This 4-star Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 125 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 3229 sq ft of conference space
  • 300 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1990
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Computer for guest use
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Sentido Galosol offers 125 accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. A pillow menu is available. Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Santa Cruz hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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

Family friendly

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

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

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

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! 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

Guests will be asked to pay the following 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 3122

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 6 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

Sentido Galosol Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 386 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 386 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 386 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 386 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 386 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

Bradley

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vaibhav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had one of our best stay at this hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shadee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Greta stay at Galosol

Great location by the ocean with access to several pools and the sauna and steam rooms with ocean views was amazing. The room was very spacious, bigger than we expected and the breakfast offered a wide selection. The staff were also friendly. There are a few restaurants within walking distance although I would recommend having a car to explore further
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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