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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
2 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar, beach bar
2 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar, beach bar
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
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
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is €211
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

On the beach

This traditional-style hotel is located on the boardwalk/promenade and on the beach. Take advantage of the beach loungers, beach umbrellas, and beach towels. Experience the magic of beachfront dining with a memorable meal at the restaurant. Relax and treat yourself to a refreshing drink at the beach bar. Some on-site activities to enjoy while you're visiting include snorkelling, beach yoga, and kayaking. Popular nearby activities worth checking out include whale watching and parasailing.

Room options

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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 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

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 Twin Beds

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Sentido Side Sea View

Sentido Side Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Twin Room, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

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 Twin Beds

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Twin Room, Sea View

Twin Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

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 Twin Beds

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Sentido Sea View

Sentido Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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 Twin 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Located in Santa Cruz, Sentido Galosol is in the historical district and on the beach. Laurisilva of Madeira and Ponta da Oliveira reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include CR7 Museum and Aquaparque Madeira. Travelling with kids? Consider Madeira Botanical Garden and Complexo Balnear Barreirinha. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game drives and game viewing.
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Rua D. Francisco Santana, Caniço de Baixo, Santa Cruz, Madeira, 9125-031

What's nearby

  • Ponta da Oliveira - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Reis Magos Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Madeira Botanical Garden - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Funchal Farmers Market - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • CR7 Museum - 10 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nico Burguer - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Laranjinha - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪La Carbonara - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Inn & Art - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Riu Palace Snack Bar - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Sentido Galosol

Upscale eco-certified hotel by the ocean, remodelled in 2023
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 a sports massage, a body treatment or a manicure/pedicure at Ashoka, 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 beach yoga, kayaking and snorkelling. 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 a computer station
  • Bike tour information, smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • 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
  • 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
  • Snorkelling

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 centre (3,229 square foot 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

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1990
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Renovated entire property - January 2023
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 3122
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 23 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sentido Galosol on 29 Aug 2025 start from €207.38, 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. Garajau Cable Car and Cristo Rei are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Sentido Galosol Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 388 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 388 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 388 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 388 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 388 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

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

fabio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel !!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great balcony view and the hotel had a good breakfast but the grill restaurant was the best. Staff was very friendly & helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with great staff and good view
Stayed 3 nights in May 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

Ulrike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our flight home was cancelled, so we booked two last minute rooms here. Did not disappoint. Beautiful property, good food, right on ocean with ladders descending into the water (or you can just jump in off the cliffs). A really delightful final night in Madeira! Would gladly stay here again (and for longer).
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

Susan

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

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

Rodrigo

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

10/10 Excellent

Bruno

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

Aaron

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

2/10 Terrible

Niover Rodriguez

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
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Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Oluwagbemisola

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

Szczepan

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Ariel

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

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

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

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

Bernd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did like the access to the sea, restaurants and shopping area are close to the hotel, very nice sea view where we could see dolphins and whales
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vitor

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

Khalid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Il was amazing , beautiful place , beautiful staff and service . This hotel should have 5 stars and not 4 ! Thank you for everything !
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024