Sentido Galosol

Property class: 4

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
At Sentido Galosol, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a swim-up bar, and a beach bar. Adventurous travelers may like the racquetball/squash, cycling, and Pilates at this hotel. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a detox wrap, or a body scrub at the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, kids' meals, light fare, and local cuisine. The gym offers yoga classes and fitness classes; other things to do include snorkeling, scuba diving, and basketball. 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.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a balcony with a view of palm trees and buildings.

Twin Room, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sea.

Twin Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Suite

  • Partial ocean view
  • 473 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a blue armchair, and a large window offering a view of the sea.

Master Suite (2 bedrooms)

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

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with chairs, and a patterned wall.

Twin Room, Side Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a bench, a sofa, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Sentido Suite (2 bedrooms)

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Sentido Fitness Suite (1 bedroom)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a treadmill, and exercise balls.

Sentido Fitness Suite (1 bedroom)

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Sentido Sea View

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wall-mounted mirror, and a floor lamp.

Sentido Sea View

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

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A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a small kitchenette.

Sentido Side Sea View

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

DOUBLE GARDEN VIEW WITH BALCONY

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE SIDE SEA VIEW WITH BALCONY

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE SEA VIEW WITH BALCONY

  • Sleeps 4
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About the area

Located in Santa Cruz, Sentido Galosol is in the historical district and on the waterfront. Laurisilva of Madeira and Reis Magos Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Jardins do Palheiro and Aquaparque Madeira. Traveling with kids? Consider Museum of Natural History and Madeira Botanical Garden. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game drives and game viewing. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
Map
Rua D. Francisco Santana, Caniço de Baixo, Santa Cruz, Madeira, 9125-031

What's nearby

  • A coastal trail with wooden railings, leading to a viewpoint overlooking the ocean.
    Ponta da Oliveira
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A coastal beach with rocky cliffs, clear blue water, and a small town in the background.
    Reis Magos Beach
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Road of Christ the King
    17 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Garajau Cable Car
    8 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Cristo Rei
    10 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Riu Palace Reception
    10 min walk
  • Vila Verde
    4 min drive
  • Laranjinha
    9 min walk
  • A Traineira
    4 min walk
  • Ondamar
    2 min walk

About this property

Sentido Galosol

  • Upscale family-friendly hotel by the ocean, remodeled in 2023
  • At Sentido Galosol, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a swim-up bar, and a beach bar. Active travelers can enjoy racquetball/squash, cycling, and Pilates at this hotel. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a detox wrap, or a body scrub at the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, kids' meals, light fare, and local cuisine. The gym offers yoga classes and fitness classes; other things to do include snorkeling, scuba diving, and basketball. 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, along with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a swim-up bar
    • Bike rentals, self parking (surcharge), and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • An electric car charging station, access to a nearby indoor pool, and massage treatment rooms
    • Bicycle tour information, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 125 individually furnished rooms offer perks such as pillow menus and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and composting
    • Showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
    • Smart TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and heating

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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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 poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Atlantis Restaurant
  • Blue Bar
  • Capoeira Pub
  • Pizzeria O Galo

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the bay
  • 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
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1990
  • Communal living room
  • 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

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 25 per day

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 (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 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

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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses some solar energy; some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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
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

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–6 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Sentido Galosol?

As of Oct 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sentido Galosol on Nov 1, 2026 start from CA $208, excluding 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?

Self parking is available for EUR 5 per day.

What time is check-in at Sentido Galosol?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sentido Galosol?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out 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?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz hotel is located on the boardwalk/promenade, within a 10-minute walk of Ponta da Oliveira and Reis Magos Beach. Road of Christ the King and Cristo Rei are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sentido Galosol Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 296 out of 490 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 490 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 490 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 490 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 490 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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I thoroughly enjoyed my stay! Being at the ocean was special, the staff, food and amenities were fantastic! I will be back! Obrigada
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, friendly staff and great choices for breakfast. Good value stay and brilliant views around the hotel and lots of choices for swimming pools.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed a week with fellow yogis. Enjoyed the glass yoga room facing the sea, multiple pools and sea swimming. Excellent location, beautiful property, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, well located with beautiful views, nice pool, very comfortable and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Room was very good, the property was clean and quiet. Great view with helpful staff. Downside is there is realistically no parking at this location for visitors from US. There are only a few spots that are open to park, the rest are paid spots that require local parking app that cannot be downloaded on phone pinned to US. By the time I left I had figured out the parking somewhat but really was a drag on this trip. The high point for this location is that it was in walking distance to a really good restaurant “La Carbonara”. Not only was food and service very good they also had customer parking if you do not feel like a walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our econd visit to this hotel. The most comfortable beds, great breakfast. Facilities in the gym are fantasic and the lift down to the sea swimming is brilliant. Loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great space! Right next to the ocean. So beautiful and lovely! Wonderful breakfast options. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great Location & wellness offers. Friendly staff
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really really great place to stay and staff was extremely helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay and location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a very relax place with a great view of the ocean, friendly staff and a nice location Really enjoyed ourselves there
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great customer service Fast rest response Clean room Awesome food options
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

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This is a nice hotel close to the airport if you are looking for something easy & accessible. We were scheduled for 3 nights but missed two because of flight cancellations out of the Azores. No consideration given for the extreme case. Our room overlooked the ocean which was nice but the beds are hard (all throughout Madeira). The breakfast is great with a lot of choices & the pool areas are fantastic. The swim area on the ocean was our favourite.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was clean and right at the beach. I honestly have no complaints. It was amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent facilities and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was spotless, stayed for two weeks, couldn’t ask for better service, staff was attentive, friendly and polite Check in and out was smooth, facilities are amazing, food was exceptional and the location was perfect Thanks to everyone at this wonderful place
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful spot, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

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The hotel had everything we needed. A gorgeous bar to watch the sunset every evening. Good choices at the buffet dinner.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely loved this hotel. It just ticked all the boxes for me. Immaculate rooms, substantial breakfast buffet with great views out to the ocean, option to swim in pools (indoor or outdoor) plus the amazing rock pool complete with lifeguards. Lots of quite spaces to lose yourself. Choice of numerous restaurants, state of the arc gym, fitness classes with views of the ocean, etc etc. What is there not to love about this place? I plan to return very soon. The Spa - oh my goodness this was amazing and the girls who carried out the treatments were just delightful. Only problem (which is NOT the hotel's faults) is flying in and out of Madeira as it is very windy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great views from the rooms. Great amenities (gym, pools, etc.). I already told local friends this should be the place they recommend to others who come to visit. Easy parking in the area (compared to other places) and easy to get around. Staff was also excellent - friendly and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice hotel with great staff and good view
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful view, nice facilities/ restaurant s/ bar. Relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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