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Sentido Galosol

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

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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, open 8:30 AM to 6 PM, pool umbrellas
2 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar, beach bar
At Sentido Galosol, wake up to a free breakfast buffet and spend your days lounging by the beachfront pool or on sun-kissed shores. Enjoy activities like scuba diving, snorkeling, or kayaking then unwind with a hot stone massage at Onda Revital Lounge. With two on-site restaurants serving local cuisine and free in-room WiFi, this hotel offers relaxation and adventure.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is €144
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb

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Twin Room, Side Ocean View

Twin Room, Side Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Sentido Suite (2 bedrooms)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Sentido Side Sea View

Sentido Side Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Sentido Fitness Suite (1 bedroom)

Sentido Fitness Suite (1 bedroom)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Twin Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Twin Room, Sea View

Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2023
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Sentido Sea View

Sentido Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Master Suite (2 bedrooms)

Master Suite (2 bedrooms)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2023
  • 44 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Rua D. Francisco Santana, Caniço de Baixo, Santa Cruz, Madeira, 9125-031

What's nearby

  • Madeira Botanical Garden - 9 min drive
  • Palheiro Golf Club - 9 min drive
  • Palheiro Gardens - 11 min drive
  • Funchal Farmers Market - 11 min drive
  • CR7 Museum - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 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

Upscale eco-certified hotel refurbished in 2023 and located near Madeira Botanical Garden
At Sentido Galosol, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a swim-up bar and a beach bar. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining and sunloungers. Treat yourself to reflexology, aromatherapy or a body treatment at Onda Revital Lounge, the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, children's meals, light fare and local cuisine. The gym offers fitness classes and Pilates classes; other things to do include snorkelling, basketball and racquetball/squash. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a poolside bar and a free daily manager's reception.
Additional perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools and an indoor pool, with sunloungers, pool umbrellas and a swim-up bar
  • Bike hire, self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, access to a nearby indoor pool and beach umbrellas
  • Smoke-free property, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 125 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and composting
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 5 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • 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
  • 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
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis lessons

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
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (3,229 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

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

Accessibility

  • Lift

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 35.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 25.0 per day

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 40 per person (return)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 20 (return), (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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Property Registration Number 3122

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 6 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility and hot tub with adult supervision
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

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

Does Sentido Galosol have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:30 AM to 6 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Sentido Galosol?

As of 9 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sentido Galosol on 10 Feb 2025 start from €140.01, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Sentido Galosol pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sentido Galosol?

Self-parking is available for EUR 5 per day.

What time is check-in at Sentido Galosol?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sentido Galosol?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for EUR 78 (subject to availability).

Does Sentido Galosol provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 9:00 AM-6:00 PM on request. A fee of EUR 40 per person applies.

Where is Sentido Galosol located?

Located in Santa Cruz, this beachfront hotel is on the boardwalk and within a 10-minute walk of Ponta da Oliveira and Reis Magos Beach. Palheiro Golfe and Jardins do Palheiro are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Sentido Galosol Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 342 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 342 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 342 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 342 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 342 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 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

10/10 Excellent

cassandra

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

6/10 Okay

Chad

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facilities were nice and room was clean, but staff were unable to place our family travelling with children in adjacent rooms, despite prior request, which impaired our enjoyment of the holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Alyssa

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location , wonderful restaurants and bar overlooking the sea, great access to swimming and snorkelling etc in local marine nature reserve.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sentido Galosol is a lovely hotel. Few complaints - no luggage cart to bring luggage (no bellhop service), very limited onsite parking (street parking available at 4. Euro/fay), no lotions in bathroom. Still, I would recommend. Good location, good breakfast, good price
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind staff, great views and a nice sleeping experience. Would come again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an incredible time at sentido Galosol. The staff was so nice and friendly. The breakfast was great with lots of variety and the facility was impeccable. I would highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Almost perfect
A really nice resort, great breakfast and dinner buffet. Easy to take a bus to Funchal. The rooms were clean, and had a cool layout. My only complaint is that the room as too warm and humid for me to get a good nights sleep which negatively impacted my ability to get over the jetlag and enjoy the start of my vacation. The thermostat is the room does not change the temperature of the room, only displays the current temperature which, with the AC running all night showed the room temperature at 24°C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute and Charming
Very charming place with nice views.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for a long weekend. Good gym and range of classes. Enjoyed the sunrise yoga and the activities organised by Lokoloko next door were fantastic. All the staff at the hotel were amazing, so friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really really enjoyed my stay. Hotel was clean and quiet and served my needs perfectly. Hotel staff was able to arrange for a rental car for me when I arrived to the hotel. Free parking was very limited but, I was always able to find paid street parking not far from the hotel. So not really a big deal. The hotel staff are superb. A special acknowledgement to Barbara Gomez who is so kind, professional, always had a smile on her face and offered great suggestions for things to do in Madeira during my stay. My only “complaint” which is minor is the temperature of the hot water in my room . I like the option of very hot water when it comes to bathing/showering. The water in my room was barely lukewarm. Outside of this minor issue, I would most certainly would stay at this hotel again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

martyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely and super helpful. Me and my partner used the pool, spa and fitness facilities every day and really enjoyed the sunrise yoga classes. The buffet breakfast was decent. Hiring a car is necessary as there is very little within walking distance of the hotel. But the island is only small, so you can reach most places with a short drive from the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024