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Vila Gale Santa Cruz

Rua S.Fernando
Rated 8.2 in 1171 reviews

Vila Gale Santa Cruz is a welcoming hotel situated in the charming coastal town of Santa Cruz, Portugal. Nestled along the beautiful coastline, this hotel provides a serene environment for guests seeking both relaxation and adventure. The design reflects a blend of contemporary aesthetics and comfort, ensuring that visitors feel at home during their stay.

Vila Gale Santa Cruz features a range of accommodations and amenities designed to enhance the guest experience. The rooms are equipped with modern conveniences, offering a comfortable retreat after a day of exploring the picturesque surroundings. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, perfect for refreshing dips, or unwind at the wellness center, which includes a spa for those looking to indulge in some self-care.

The hotel also boasts a restaurant that showcases local flavors, allowing visitors to savor traditional Portuguese cuisine. For those looking to stay active, Vila Gale Santa Cruz offers various recreational options, from hiking trails to water sports, making it an ideal base for exploring the natural beauty of the region.

With its welcoming atmosphere, modern amenities, and commitment to providing a pleasant stay, Vila Gale Santa Cruz stands out as an excellent choice for travelers seeking to experience the charm and beauty of the Madeiran coast. Whether visiting for leisure or business, guests will find comfort and convenience within its inviting setting.

 Swimming pool

Climate and Weather

January
 17°
 10°
 16°
 5
Sun hours / day
 16
Rain free days
February
 18°
 10°
 15°
 6
Sun hours / day
 14
Rain free days
March
 19°
 11°
 15°
 7
Sun hours / day
 18
Rain free days
April
 20°
 12°
 16°
 8
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
May
 22°
 14°
 17°
 10
Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
June
 24°
 16°
 19°
 11
Sun hours / day
 26
Rain free days
July
 26°
 18°
 20°
 12
Sun hours / day
 29
Rain free days
August
 27°
 18°
 21°
 11
Sun hours / day
 28
Rain free days
September
 26°
 17°
 20°
 9
Sun hours / day
 24
Rain free days
October
 23°
 15°
 19°
 7
Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
November
 20°
 12°
 17°
 6
Sun hours / day
 16
Rain free days
December
 17°
 10°
 16°
 5
Sun hours / day
 16
Rain free days

Michelin Restaurants in Santa Cruz and near Vila Gale Santa Cruz

Igreja Matriz de Santa Cruz
Igreja Matriz de Santa Cruz
Church in Santa Cruz, Madeira, Portugal
130m / 150yd
Forte de São fernando
Forte de São fernando
170m / 180yd
Cruzeiro de Santa Cruz
Cruzeiro de Santa Cruz
Wayside cross in Santa Cruz, Madeira
140m / 160yd
Santo da Serra Golf Club
Santo da Serra Golf Club
3.4km / 2.1mi
Forte do Porto Novo
3.4km / 2.1mi
Capela dos Cardais
Chapel in Água de Pena, Machico, Madeira, Portugal
3.2km / 2mi
Igreja Matriz Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Igreja Matriz Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Church building in Machico, Madeira, Portugal
4.3km / 2.7mi
Praia de Machico
Praia de Machico
Beach in Machico, Madeira, Portugal
4.4km / 2.8mi
Forte de Nossa Senhora do Amparo
Forte de Nossa Senhora do Amparo
Fortress in Machico, Madeira
4.3km / 2.7mi
Capela dos Milagres
Capela dos Milagres
Chapel in Machico, Madeira, Portugal
4.4km / 2.8mi
Aqueduto de Machico
Aqueduct in Machico, Madeira, Portugal
4.4km / 2.7mi
Capela de Nossa Senhora do Amparo
Chapel in Machico, Madeira, Portugal
5.7km / 3.5mi
Quinta de Santana
Manor in Machico, Madeira, Portugal
5km / 3.1mi
Capela das Preces
Chapel in Machico, Madeira, Portugal
5.2km / 3.2mi
Marco
Stone mark in Santo da Serra, Machico, Madeira, Portugal
4.8km / 3mi
Christ
Christ
Statue in Madeira
7.6km / 4.7mi
Museu da Baleia
Museum in Caniçal, Portugal
7.3km / 4.5mi
Jardim Botânico da Madeira Engenheiro Rui Vieira
Jardim Botânico da Madeira Engenheiro Rui Vieira
Botanical garden
9.8km / 6.1mi
Capela de Nossa Senhora das Neves
Capela de Nossa Senhora das Neves
Chapel in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
8.7km / 5.4mi
Monumento a Nossa Senhora da Paz
Monumento a Nossa Senhora da Paz
Monument in Funchal, Madeira
9.9km / 6.2mi
Igreja do Porto da Cruz
Igreja do Porto da Cruz
Church in Porto da Cruz, Machico, Madeira
10km / 6.2mi
Quinta da Capela
Manor house in Porto da Cruz, Machico, Madeira, Portugal
8.1km / 5.1mi
Quinta da Jangalinha
Quinta in Machico, Madeira, Portugal
10km / 6.2mi
Solar da Referta
Manor house in Porto da Cruz, Machico, Madeira, Portugal
9km / 5.6mi
Igreja de São Gonçalo
Igreja de São Gonçalo
9.3km / 5.8mi
Forte de São Tiago
Forte de São Tiago
Fortress in Funchal, Madeira
10.9km / 6.8mi
Sé do Funchal
Sé do Funchal
Cathedral in Funchal, Madeira Island
11.6km / 7.2mi
Forte dos Louros
Forte dos Louros
Fort in São Gonçalo, Funchal, Madeira
10km / 6.2mi
Museu de Arte Sacra
Museu de Arte Sacra
Art museum in Funchal, Madeira
11.6km / 7.2mi
Nossa Senhora do Monte
Nossa Senhora do Monte
Church in Funchal, Madeira
10.3km / 6.4mi
Teatro Municipal Baltazar Dias
Teatro Municipal Baltazar Dias
Theater in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
11.9km / 7.4mi
Museu Monte Palace
Museu Monte Palace
10.2km / 6.3mi
Madeira Story Centre
Madeira Story Centre
Museum in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
11.2km / 6.9mi
Museu Henrique e Francisco Franco
Museu Henrique e Francisco Franco
Funchal
11.1km / 6.9mi
Vicentes Photography Museum
Vicentes Photography Museum
Former photographic studio and museum in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
11.8km / 7.3mi
Jardim Municipal do Funchal
Jardim Municipal do Funchal
11.9km / 7.4mi
Casa Museu Frederico de Freitas
Casa Museu Frederico de Freitas
Mansion and museum in Funchal, Madeira
11.9km / 7.4mi
Universo de Memórias João Carlos Abreu
Universo de Memórias João Carlos Abreu
Museum in São Pedro, Funchal, Madeira
12km / 7.4mi
Capela do Corpo Santo
Capela do Corpo Santo
15th c. chapel in Funchal, Portugal
10.9km / 6.8mi
Ribeiro Frio
Ribeiro Frio
Human settlement in Portugal
10.6km / 6.6mi
Monte Palace Tropical Garden
Monte Palace Tropical Garden
Botanical garden at Funchal, Madeira
10.2km / 6.3mi
Pillory of Funchal
Pillory of Funchal
Pillory in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
11.4km / 7.1mi
Madeira Optics Museum
11.9km / 7.4mi
Quinta da Boa Vista
Historical estate, orchid garden and park in Funchal (Madeira)
10.3km / 6.4mi
Jardim Almirante Reis
Jardim Almirante Reis
Former open space, garden and football ground in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
11km / 6.8mi

What to do in Santa Cruz and near Vila Gale Santa Cruz

Igreja Matriz de Santa Cruz
Igreja Matriz de Santa Cruz
Church in Santa Cruz, Madeira, Portugal
130m / 150yd
Forte de São fernando
Forte de São fernando
170m / 180yd
Cruzeiro de Santa Cruz
Cruzeiro de Santa Cruz
Wayside cross in Santa Cruz, Madeira
140m / 160yd
Santo da Serra Golf Club
Santo da Serra Golf Club
3.4km / 2.1mi
Forte do Porto Novo
3.4km / 2.1mi
Capela dos Cardais
Chapel in Água de Pena, Machico, Madeira, Portugal
3.2km / 2mi
Igreja Matriz Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Igreja Matriz Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Church building in Machico, Madeira, Portugal
4.3km / 2.7mi
Praia de Machico
Praia de Machico
Beach in Machico, Madeira, Portugal
4.4km / 2.8mi
Forte de Nossa Senhora do Amparo
Forte de Nossa Senhora do Amparo
Fortress in Machico, Madeira
4.3km / 2.7mi
Capela dos Milagres
Capela dos Milagres
Chapel in Machico, Madeira, Portugal
4.4km / 2.8mi
Aqueduto de Machico
Aqueduct in Machico, Madeira, Portugal
4.4km / 2.7mi
Capela de Nossa Senhora do Amparo
Chapel in Machico, Madeira, Portugal
5.7km / 3.5mi
Quinta de Santana
Manor in Machico, Madeira, Portugal
5km / 3.1mi
Capela das Preces
Chapel in Machico, Madeira, Portugal
5.2km / 3.2mi
Marco
Stone mark in Santo da Serra, Machico, Madeira, Portugal
4.8km / 3mi
Christ
Christ
Statue in Madeira
7.6km / 4.7mi
Museu da Baleia
Museum in Caniçal, Portugal
7.3km / 4.5mi
Jardim Botânico da Madeira Engenheiro Rui Vieira
Jardim Botânico da Madeira Engenheiro Rui Vieira
Botanical garden
9.8km / 6.1mi
Capela de Nossa Senhora das Neves
Capela de Nossa Senhora das Neves
Chapel in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
8.7km / 5.4mi
Monumento a Nossa Senhora da Paz
Monumento a Nossa Senhora da Paz
Monument in Funchal, Madeira
9.9km / 6.2mi
Igreja do Porto da Cruz
Igreja do Porto da Cruz
Church in Porto da Cruz, Machico, Madeira
10km / 6.2mi
Quinta da Capela
Manor house in Porto da Cruz, Machico, Madeira, Portugal
8.1km / 5.1mi
Quinta da Jangalinha
Quinta in Machico, Madeira, Portugal
10km / 6.2mi
Solar da Referta
Manor house in Porto da Cruz, Machico, Madeira, Portugal
9km / 5.6mi
Igreja de São Gonçalo
Igreja de São Gonçalo
9.3km / 5.8mi
Forte de São Tiago
Forte de São Tiago
Fortress in Funchal, Madeira
10.9km / 6.8mi
Sé do Funchal
Sé do Funchal
Cathedral in Funchal, Madeira Island
11.6km / 7.2mi
Forte dos Louros
Forte dos Louros
Fort in São Gonçalo, Funchal, Madeira
10km / 6.2mi
Museu de Arte Sacra
Museu de Arte Sacra
Art museum in Funchal, Madeira
11.6km / 7.2mi
Nossa Senhora do Monte
Nossa Senhora do Monte
Church in Funchal, Madeira
10.3km / 6.4mi
Teatro Municipal Baltazar Dias
Teatro Municipal Baltazar Dias
Theater in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
11.9km / 7.4mi
Museu Monte Palace
Museu Monte Palace
10.2km / 6.3mi
Madeira Story Centre
Madeira Story Centre
Museum in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
11.2km / 6.9mi
Museu Henrique e Francisco Franco
Museu Henrique e Francisco Franco
Funchal
11.1km / 6.9mi
Vicentes Photography Museum
Vicentes Photography Museum
Former photographic studio and museum in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
11.8km / 7.3mi
Jardim Municipal do Funchal
Jardim Municipal do Funchal
11.9km / 7.4mi
Casa Museu Frederico de Freitas
Casa Museu Frederico de Freitas
Mansion and museum in Funchal, Madeira
11.9km / 7.4mi
Universo de Memórias João Carlos Abreu
Universo de Memórias João Carlos Abreu
Museum in São Pedro, Funchal, Madeira
12km / 7.4mi
Capela do Corpo Santo
Capela do Corpo Santo
15th c. chapel in Funchal, Portugal
10.9km / 6.8mi
Ribeiro Frio
Ribeiro Frio
Human settlement in Portugal
10.6km / 6.6mi
Monte Palace Tropical Garden
Monte Palace Tropical Garden
Botanical garden at Funchal, Madeira
10.2km / 6.3mi
Pillory of Funchal
Pillory of Funchal
Pillory in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
11.4km / 7.1mi
Madeira Optics Museum
11.9km / 7.4mi
Quinta da Boa Vista
Historical estate, orchid garden and park in Funchal (Madeira)
10.3km / 6.4mi
Jardim Almirante Reis
Jardim Almirante Reis
Former open space, garden and football ground in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
11km / 6.8mi

About Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, Portugal, offers a range of activities and experiences for visitors. One of the most appealing aspects of the area is its beaches, known for their natural beauty and relatively calm waters, making them suitable for relaxation and family outings. The sandy shores provide opportunities for sunbathing, swimming, and beach sports.

Another highlight is the coastal walks available along the cliffs and shoreline. These trails provide stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding landscape, perfect for those who enjoy hiking and nature. The proximity to nature also allows for birdwatching and observing local wildlife in the area.

For those interested in local culture, exploring the town center can be rewarding. It features traditional architecture, shops, and cafes where visitors can sample regional cuisine. Engaging with locals and experiencing the community's daily life can provide deeper insights into the area's culture.

If you are interested in history, visiting the historical sites nearby can be enlightening. The region has several monuments and churches that reflect its past.

Lastly, depending on the time of year, participating in local festivals can enhance your experience. These events often showcase music, food, and traditional customs, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the local culture.

Overall, Santa Cruz offers a blend of natural beauty, cultural experiences, and opportunities for relaxation, making it a pleasant destination for various interests.




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