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Vila Galé Santa Cruz

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
View from room
Free daily buffet breakfast
Interior entrance
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Spa
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • All-inclusiveAll-inclusiveAll-inclusive

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Map
Rua de Sao Fernando, 5, Santa Cruz, 9100-157
  • Popular LocationPalmeiras Beach2 min walk
  • AirportFunchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)6 min drive
  • Popular LocationMachico Beach9 min drive
  • Popular LocationFunchal Farmers Market16 min drive

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Twin Room, Sea View (Single Use)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Twin Room (Single Use)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Twin Room (with Extra Bed, 2 Adults + 1 Child)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Premium Double or Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 23 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Twin Room, Sea View (with Extra Bed, 2 Adults + 1 Child)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Twin Room, Sea View (with Extra Bed, 3 Adults)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Twin Room, Sea View (with Extra Bed, 3 Adults)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sea View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Twin Room (with Extra Bed, 3 Adults)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Twin Room (with Extra Bed, 3 Adults)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Premium Double Room Single Use, Sea View

View from room

Premium Double Room Single Use, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Santa Cruz

At Vila Galé Santa Cruz, you'll be 0.2 km (0.1 mi) from Palmeiras Beach and 5.4 km (3.4 mi) from Quinta Da Junta. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering can include hot stone massages and body treatments along with access to the sauna and hot tub. The restaurant, Inevitavel, serves Italian cuisine. Soul and Blues is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, outdoor swimming pool, free kids' club and gym. 9580 square feet (890 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre and limo/town car service. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a Turkish bath/hammam and a hot tub. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Santa Cruz hotel, attractions include Funchal Farmers Market and CR7 Museum.

What's nearby

  • Palmeiras Beach - 2 min walk
  • Machico Beach - 9 min drive
  • Madeira Botanical Garden - 15 min drive
  • Funchal Farmers Market - 16 min drive
  • CR7 Museum - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 4 min drive
  • Cockpit Restaurant Bar - 7 min drive
  • Pizza Hut - 7 min drive
  • Alameda - 2 min walk
  • Saudade Madeira Café - 3 min drive

About this property

Vila Galé Santa Cruz

Upscale hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
Some rates at Vila Galé Santa Cruz are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Vila Galé Santa Cruz offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. Event space at this hotel measures 9580 square feet (890 square metres) and includes conference space. A hot tub, a fitness centre, and a sauna are also featured at the eco-certified Vila Galé Santa Cruz. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

  • 262 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • 9580 sq ft of conference space
  • 890 sq. m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
Vila Galé Santa Cruz offers 262 accommodations with DVD players and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include hot stone massages and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam.

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

  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site (EUR 7.50 per day)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Euforia
  • Inevitavel
  • Soul and Blues
  • Versatil

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Free children's club
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 9,580 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body treatments
  • Hot stone massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: EUR 7.50 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

Santa Cruz Vila Gale
Vila Gale Hotel Santa Cruz
Vila Galé Hotel Santa Cruz
Vila Gale Madeira
Vila Galé Santa Cruz
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Hotel Santa Cruz
Vila Gale Santa Cruz Madeira
Vila Galé Santa Cruz Hotel
Vila Galé Santa Cruz Hotel
Vila Galé Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Vila Galé Santa Cruz Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Vila Galé Santa Cruz?

Vila Galé Santa Cruz offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Vila Galé Santa Cruz?

As of 16 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vila Galé Santa Cruz on 20 May 2024 start from AU$225.37, 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 parking available at Vila Galé Santa Cruz?

Yep, Vila Galé Santa Cruz has a self car park for EUR 7.50 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Vila Galé Santa Cruz?

Yep, Vila Galé Santa Cruz is a short 2-minute walk from Palmeiras Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing.

Is there a spa on site at Vila Galé Santa Cruz?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Vila Galé Santa Cruz. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body treatments and hot stone massages.

Does Vila Galé Santa Cruz have a pool?

Vila Galé Santa Cruz has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Vila Galé Santa Cruz?

Vila Galé Santa Cruz features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

What makes Vila Galé Santa Cruz a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Vila Galé Santa Cruz.

Does Vila Galé Santa Cruz serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary buffet breakfast is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Vila Galé Santa Cruz?

No, Vila Galé Santa Cruz does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Vila Galé Santa Cruz?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Vila Galé Santa Cruz?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Vila Galé Santa Cruz?

No, pets are not allowed.

Vila Galé Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 237 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 237 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 237 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 237 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 237 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

NEIL

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

10/10 Excellent

Fraser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Maria

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

ALBERTO, Grand Island

Travelled with family
Staff need to smile a bit more and breakfast is not up to par. Paid less money at Four Views in Canico, Madeira and their breakfast is superior.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meirav

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ribert

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, but boring
Hotel is super far from anything besides the airport. The breakfast, while included was not good. Better off saving the money and eating in town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant stay
Only stopped one night as we were flying out to the Azores the following day. Hotel nice, close to the airport (5mins in taxi), Santa Cruz is very pleasant to walk around, nice cafes/restaurants. The hotel staff are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manuel Aveiro

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The creek that runs near the building was not clean! It smells at times . Has nothing to do with the property I. Want to thank you . I hope to be back soon! I enjoyed Thank you agian .
Stayed 20 nights in Feb 2023