Sentido Galosol

On Madeira’s east coast in Caniço, this coastal beach hotel sits steps from Ponta da Oliveira and a short walk to Reis Magos Beach. It’s about a 12‑minute drive from Cristiano Ronaldo (FNC) / Funchal airport and minutes from Caniço’s center and nearby botanical sights.

The resort has 125 individually decorated rooms and suites, all with sea-view private balconies, pillowtop beds, minibars and interactive/Smart TVs. Rooms offer free Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, safes and tea/coffee facilities; connecting rooms and a disability-friendly option are available, and suites include separate living areas.

Find a full-service Ashoka spa with Ayurvedic and beauty treatments, a large swimming complex (indoor and outdoor pools), sauna and jacuzzi. The Galo Active club runs daily fitness classes, courts and activities, and there’s easy sea access into an underwater nature reserve with an on-site diving school. Expect poolside and beach bars, a hair salon, kids’ playroom, weekly entertainment and free Wi‑Fi—perfect for sea‑breeze mornings and active breaks.

The hotel offers a 3,229 sq ft (300 m²) conference center plus meeting space, a computer station, 24‑hour front desk, and laundry/dry‑cleaning services. An airport shuttle is available on request (surcharge) and onsite parking is provided.

Multiple on-site restaurants and bars serve local cuisine—including Atlantis Restaurant—along with a coffee shop and daily complimentary reception. A buffet breakfast is served each morning (7:30–10:00), and half‑board guests can take advantage of the resort’s dine‑around options.