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Sentido Galosol

Portugal, Madeira

Sentido Galosol

The Sentido Galosol on the flower island of Madeira is a special active hotel: with its location on the Atlantic Ocean and the unique view over the surrounding cliffs, it emphasises the traditional charm of the hotel. Enjoy special Ayurveda treatments in the Ashoka Spa.

Highlights

Country

Portugal

Location

Madeira

In the neighbourhood

  • In the south-east of the island
  • Quiet, 50 metres above the sea
  • to the town centre: Caniço, approx. 2.5 km
  • to the town centre: Funchal, approx. 12 km
  • Aquapark: 15 km
  • Cristo Rei: 2.5 km, Museum in Caniço: 2.5 km, Levada do Moinho : 4.5 km, Levada da Serra do Faial: 4.5 km, Camacha (basketry): 7 km, Botanical garden: 8 km

Distance to the airport

  • Funchal Airport: approx. 10 km

Places of interest

  • Mercado dos Lavradores: 10 km
  • Madeira Botanical Garden: 12 km 
  • Monte Palace Tropical Garden: 13 km

Public transport

  • Bus stop 100 m

Hotel furnishings

  • Official national category: 4 stars
  • Number of floors in the main building: 3
  • Number of residential units: 125
  • Payment options: MasterCard, Visa
  • Public car park (reservation not possible, costs: €5 per day)
  • Reception (24-hour reception)
  • Car hire at the hotel
  • WLAN, in the entire complex
  • 1x main outdoor pool, fresh water, parasols, sunbeds
  • 1x children's pool (outdoor)
  • 1x heated indoor pool in the indoor pool of the Galo Active fitness studio
  • 1x seawater pool in the „Lido Galomar“ with direct sea access and sun terrace

Restaurants

  • À la carte restaurant Atlantis, located in the Lido Galomar, fish & traditional Madeira cuisine, 42 seats
  • Buffet restaurant „Ondamar“: international cuisine, non-smoking, with terrace, 112 seats
  • Pizzeria „Pizzeria O Galo“, Italian cuisine, à la carte

     Opening hours: Wednesday to Friday: 18h00-21h00, Saturdays and Sundays: 13h00- 15h00 / 18h00-21h30) 
    (subject to change)

  • Highchairs in the restaurant

Bars

  • Pool bar with 59 seats
  • Capoeira Bar 84 seats with a great view of the sea

The hotel has 125 rooms and suites with sea or garden views. The rooms are located in the main building or the two neighbouring buildings. All rooms have modern furnishings, warm colours such as orange or sandy tones and materials such as wood and wicker are reminiscent of the island's natural surroundings. In addition, all rooms offer free Wi-Fi access and an interactive TV system. The hotel offers a fantastic view of the Atlantic Ocean. (Baby cot on request & disabled room available)

Room types

Garden view room

28 sqm, garden view, twin bed, balcony: two chairs and table open wardrobe desk + desk chair lounge chair and pouf ,1 bathroom, shower, WC, hairdryer, make-up mirror, hairdryer soap shampoo and shower gel dispenser, air conditioning (centrally controlled), services at extra charge such as: Laundry service, Pillow selection list, Minibar, Tea and coffee making facilities, Minibar chargeable, Safe, 1 TV (flat screen, Smart TV 40″ with international channels), Free Wi-Fi sockets,Telephone, Kettle, USB 220V sustainability Waste separation basket Procedure for reuse of towels Reduction of water flow Toilet 1/2 water drain , Occupancy 2+1,
 Baby cot (on request)

Side sea view room

28 sqm, sea view (side), twin bed, balcony: two chairs and table open wardrobe desk + desk chair lounge chair and pouf ,1 bathroom, shower, WC, hairdryer, make-up mirror, hairdryer soap shampoo and shower gel dispenser, air conditioning (centrally controlled), services at extra charge such as: Laundry service, Pillow selection list, Minibar, Tea and coffee making facilities, Minibar with charge, Safe, 1 TV (flat screen, Smart TV 40″ with international channels), Free Wi-Fi sockets,Telephone, Kettle, USB 220V sustainability Waste separation basket Procedure for reuse of towels Reduction of water flow Toilet 1/2 water drain , Occupancy 2+1, Baby cot (on request)

Sea view room

28 sqm, sea view, twin bed, balcony: two chairs and table open wardrobe desk + desk chair lounge chair and pouf ,1 bathroom, shower, WC, hairdryer, make-up mirror, hairdryer soap shampoo and shower gel dispenser, air conditioning (centrally controlled), services at extra charge such as: Laundry service, Pillow selection list, Minibar, Tea and coffee making facilities, Minibar with charge, Safe, 1 TV (flat screen, Smart TV 40″ with international channels), Free Wi-Fi sockets,Telephone, Kettle, USB 220V sustainability Waste separation basket Procedure for reuse of towels Reduction of water flow Toilet 1/2 water drain , Occupancy 2+1, Baby cot (on request)

Sentido Fitness Room

Sea view, combined living/bedroom, 1 separate bedroom, 1 bathroom, shower, bathrobe, hairdryer, make-up mirror, air conditioning, centrally controlled, minibar (extra charge), safe, 1 TV (smart TV), telephone, kettle, coffee/tea, balcony (furnished), fitness equipment, e.g. cardio equipment, steel skipping rope, fascia roller, set of 3 elasticated tubes with 2 handles (light, medium and strong), wooden balance board, latex tube.e.g. cardio machine, steel skipping rope, fascia roller, set of 3 elastic tubes with 2 handles (light, medium and strong), wooden balance board, latex tube (medium resistance, approx. 1.20 m long), exercise ball (approx. 75 cm), abdominal trainer (ab wheel/double wheel), yoga mat, suspension training set, dumbbell set, wooden backrest (approx. 100 x 240 cm) for high-intensity interval training to suspension training, aroma diffuser, list of training tips from professional instructors.
Baby cot (on request)

Master Suite Sea View Sentido

Sea view, combined living/bedroom, 2 separate bedrooms, walk-in wardrobe, dressing table with mirror and comfortable chair, 1 bathroom, shower or bathtub, bathrobe, hairdryer, make-up mirror, air conditioning, centrally controlled, minibar for a fee, safe, 1 TV (smart TV), telephone, kettle, coffee/tea, balcony (furnished), additional services, such as aroma diffuser, Ashoka sensory experience: See - relaxing eye mask, Smell - natural herbal oils, Hear - Spotify exclusive playlist with mantra music, Touch - massage voucher, Taste - tasting of spices and oils.
 Baby cot (on request)

Master Suite Sea View Sentido

35 sqm, sea view/side sea view, queen-size bed (160cm) facing the window, balcony: two chairs and table Open wardrobe Desk + desk chair Lounge chair and pouf ,1 bathroom, shower, WC, hairdryer, make-up table, make-up mirror, hairdryer Soap shampoo and shower gel dispenser, bathrobe and slippers, yoga mat, air conditioning (centrally controlled), services at extra charge such as: Laundry service, Pillow selection list, Minibar, Espresso machine, Tea and coffee making facilities, Complimentary bottle of water on arrival Complimentary fruit on arrivalMinibar chargeable, Safe, 1 TV (Flat screen, Smart TV 40″ with international channels), Complimentary Wi-Fi Sockets,Telephone, Kettle, USB 220V Sustainability Waste separation basket Procedure to reuse towels Reduction of water flow Toilet 1/2 water drain,  
Baby cot (on request)

Breakfast

Buffet

Half board

Breakfast (buffet), dinner (buffet)

Half board plus

Breakfast (buffet), dinner (buffet), water and 1 glass of house wine or 1 glass of beer or 1 glass of soft drink with dinner free of charge

Full board

Breakfast (buffet), lunch (menu), dinner (buffet), discount in the à la carte restaurant, dine around (additional costs may apply)

Gala Dinner

Easter, Christmas, New Year's Eve binding surcharge per person (depending on season and organiser)

When booking half board: Dine around with the possibility to have dinner in one of the 2 restaurants of the Galo Resort (part of the amount will be deducted, information after booking or at the hotel).

Full board plus

Breakfast (buffet), lunch (menu), dinner (buffet), discount in the à la carte restaurant, dine around (additional costs may apply), a glass of house wine or a beer or soft drink and a bottle of water with lunch and dinner per person

Wellness included

SpaAshoka, from 16 years, panoramic sauna area and relaxation room

Wellness for a fee (some third-party providers)

  • Massages and cosmetic treatments can be booked by appointment on request. Further information about the hotel
  • Wellness packages for a fee (some third-party providers)

Sports & entertainment for a fee (some third-party providers)

  • Kayaking, canyoning
  • Bike hire, mountain bikes
  • Diving school at Lido Galomar: CMAS, PADI, in the hotel, course language German, English

Sports

Fitness:

  • Galo Active fitness studio in the hotel free of charge for hotel guests
  • Personal trainer available on request
  • Fitness room: cross-trainer, weights/strength training, treadmill, cardio equipment
  • Aerobics, yoga, jogging, Pilates, spinning, Zumba

Ball sports:

  • Volleyball court, in the hotel, can be reserved on request
  • Basketball court, in the hotel, can be reserved on request
  • Squash court, in the hotel, can be reserved on request, price per hour approx. 10.00 EUR

Golf:

  • Golfing (approx. 8-18 km) depending on the golf course, approx. 101.00 € green fee

Cycling:

  • Bicycle hire at the hotel (prices on request)
  • Mountain bike tours possible via local provider

Riding:

  • Horse riding 18 km away in Santa Da Serra

Swimming:

  • Open water swimming in the Atlantic Ocean at Lido Galomar depending on weather conditions
  • Pool area „Ondamar“ (aqua gymnastics on request)
  • Indoor pool at Galo Active

Tennis:

  • Tennis court 500 metres away in Cancio, price per hour approx. 15.00 EUR

Diving:

    • Diving at the hotel (own diving centre „Manta Diving“ on site)

Sports

Water sports:

  • Catamaran in 12 km in Funchal at the harbour
  • Yet Ski in 12 km in Funchal
  • Kayaking at the hotel (prices on request)
  • Paddle boat at the hotel (prices on request)
  • Surfing in 12 km in Funchal
  • Deep-sea fishing at 12 km from Funchal harbour
  • Stand up paddle on the coast, at the hotel (external provider for a fee)

Hiking:

  • Hiking everywhere in the surrounding area (Madeira hiking paradise)
  • „Sentido Garden“ small barefoot path (located between Sentido Galosol and Sentido Galomar)
  • Barefoot hikes possible on request at the hotel
  • Hiking maps are available on request

Yoga:

    • Yoga classes at Hotel Galosol, for an extra charge of approx. € 10/session/person, bookable at reception
    • Yoga room „Desertas“ in the hotel, price per hour approx. 50.00 EUR, can be reserved on request
    • Outdoor area for yoga or other sports can be reserved on request

Kids & Teens

Children's pool