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Galomar

Caniço, Funchal, Madeira (Portugal)

Overview

Galomar is an ocean-front luxury hotel located in Madeira offering panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. It is newly opened for 2018 and is the first green eco-friendly hotel in Madeira that uses 100% self-sustainable energy. Part of hotel group Galo Resort, Galomar is strictly adults-only so it’s ideal if you want to escape for a wellbeing holiday. The Ashoka Spa offers relaxing holistic treatments, a yoga garden, sea-water pool and terraces which allow you to meditate or chill-out. Directly in front of the hotel is a nature reserve of Garajau which has it’s own diving school for those who are keen divers or want to give it a try.

When to go

Madeira is full of microclimates but stays warm almost all year round. Temperatures in winter are 18 – 22 degrees and in summer 24 – 26 degrees.

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What we love

The un-interrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean and plentiful terraces which allow to admire the views and de-stress
The Atlantis Restaurant which serves the deliciously fresh sea food and fish caught nearby
The natural sea-water lido with areas to sunbathe and take a dip in the ocean.

Who should go

Those who simply want to get away and relax
Yoga bunnies will love it here, there’s so many terraces to get away and practice poses
Fitness fanatics will enjoy the range of fitness classes on offer and extreme sports on the island.

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Offers

Free €40 Spa credit per room (min stay 5 nights;only with a pre-booked a spa programme)
Repeat client offer. Please contact us for the details

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Bed & Breakfast Stay

Just the hotel, no programmes

Wellbeing Booster

Minimum 5 nights stay. Our signature wellbeing booster programme promises to relax your body and soothe your soul. Select your 3 preferred spa treatments and have a private training session as well as access to all classes and activities.

Flexible Fitness

Our signature flexible fitness programme gives you a choice of one daily private fitness activity for 5 day. Each class is 60 minutes long and you can mix and match the way you like. Increase your overall fitness, try something new or simply have fun! Minimum stay is 5 nights.

Wellbeing Pilates

This package gives you a rare opportunity to focus on your practice of Pilates. Enjoy 5 one to one sessions with a coach to either start your practice or bring it to another level. Programme also includes a Balinese massage to soothe your aching muscles as well as access to all facilities, classes and activities. Minimum stay for this programme is 5 nights.

Wellbeing Yoga

If you are into your yoga, this is a right programme for you. Practice your downward dog and other asanas with 5 private and 5 group classes. Add an aromatherapy massage on top. Winning combination! Minimum stay is 5 nights.

Wellness

The Ashoka Spa takes a holistic view to health and wellness offering a range of rejuvenating spa treatments and therapies inspired by the lifestyle brand ‘Ashoka Ayurveda’. The therapists here will help you to de-stress and help you achieve your wellness goals weather that’s purely to relax or perhaps a yoga focused escape. For those who love or want to try Ayurvedic treatments, head to Alpino Atlantico (5 minutes’ walk away) to enjoy an authentic treatment from the Ayurveda cure centre. Head next door to Galosol to enjoy the fully-equipped gym and daily fitness classes (see sample schedule below).

Facilities include 3 treatments rooms, saunas with sea views, steam room, hammam, finish bath, relaxation area, yoga studio and gym (in Galosol hotel).

Example treatments at Galomar

Reflexology
Physiotherapy
Sesame & honey body scrub
Shiatsu
Ayurvedic full body massage

Activities

Activities available at resort

Water sports facilities
Snorkelling
Squash
Bike hire
Table tennis
Pool table
Golf (nearby)

Activities available at the surrounding area

Head to capital city Funchal to explore the old town
Go hiking - Madeira's nature is still unspoilt
If you like (extreme) sports you will love it here - scuba diving, cycling, driving, horse riding, canoeing, fishing, jeep tours and many more

Typical Group Classes

Yoga
Meditation

Sample Weekly Class Schedule

Please note - Classes are subject to change and seasonal adjustments

Rooms

There are 77 rooms and suites spread over four floors. Each has a private balcony overlooking the pool, gardens or ocean. The rooms are spacious and contemporary in style with floor-to-ceiling patio windows and black-out curtains.

Double Room Garden View

Garden View Rooms have either a double bed or twin beds and are located on the west side of the hotel with direct views over the gardens.

Each has an en-suite bathroom with shower or bath and hairdryer.

Facilities include flat screen TV, Smart TV Box, air-conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, tea and coffee making facilities, telephone and safe.

There is a pillow list available.

Double Room Side-Sea View

Side Sea View rooms have either a double bed or twin beds and are located with a partial sea view.

Each has an en-suite bathroom with shower or bath and hairdryer.

Facilities include flat screen TV, Smart TV Box, air-conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, tea and coffee making facilities, telephone and safe.

There is a pillow list available.

Double Room Sea View

Sea View rooms have either a double bed or twin beds and are located with direct views of the sea.

Each has an en-suite bathroom with shower or bath and hairdryer.

Facilities include flat screen TV, Smart TV Box, air-conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, tea and coffee making facilities, telephone and safe.

There is a pillow list available.

Cliff Room Sea View

Sea View Cliff rooms have either double beds or twin beds and have views of the sea and cliffs.

Each has an en-suite bathroom with shower or bath and hairdryer.

Facilities include flat screen TV, Smart TV Box, air-conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, tea and coffee making facilities, telephone and safe.

There is a pillow list available.

What’s on the menu

Food here is a real highlight and there is a large choice of delicious international cuisine to choose from. The Atlantis Restaurant serves fresh fish and seafood. This is also where a buffet breakfast is served. The Capoeria Lounge serves light snacks and ice-cream plus wine and cocktails. The Pizzeria Galosol offers authentic Italian cuisine including pizza, pasta and salads. Head across to sister hotel Galosol next door for buffet lunch and dinner.

Atlantis Restaurant

This restaurant serves fresh fish and seafood caught that day. A buffet breakfast is served here and Lunch and dinner can also be taken here. The restaurant enjoys panoramic views of the Atlantic ocean so it’s the ideal place to dine at any time of the day.

Capoeira Lounge

The bar serves refreshing drinks, cocktails, ice-cream and light snacks.

Location

Galomar is located on the south eastern coast in a quiet part of Madeira overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It’s location a short drive from the capital city of Funchal which is full of charm. Head into the capital city of Funchal to explore the old town, restaurants, bars and quaint shops. Madeira is well known for its adventure activities so try cycling, hiking, boat tours or scuba diving which the hotel can arrange.

Nearest airport

The transfer time from Cristiano Ronaldo Funchal International Airport is approx. 15 minutes by car. There are direct daily flights from London to Madeira on BA and Easyjet and the flight time is approximately 4 hours.

Families, Children & Infants

Galomar is strictly adults-only.

Reviews

Brilliant resort - exactly as described on website. You couldn't ask for more.

Elizabeth Hornsby

Helpful staff at Wellbeing Escapes and the Galomar Hotel made this break really wonderful. The hotel was very welcoming, friendly and the setting was amazing... The spa facilities were great and the quality/choices of food available was amazing. The room was very good and well maintained/serviced.

Anonymous

As per comments above - fantastic resort and location. All rooms have some view of sea.

Anonymous

Why Wellbeing Escapes?

Flexible pricing

Our different pricing and packages allows you to pick the right option for you. Choose from booking on bed & breakfast basis with free spa credits at many of our resorts. Or go for one of our great value packages to pre plan your treatments and activities at discounted prices.

Value Added Benefits & Discounts

We work hard to negotiate extra value for our clients with our benefits such as free spa credits or room discounts that you are unlikely to find anywhere else. Even from the hotel directly. We can do this because we are the largest and most established specialist wellbeing travel company.

Award winning service

We have been operating for 12 years and know a thing or two about Wellbeing Holidays. We also take time to listen to what you want and research the best options for your needs. Many of our retreats have been visited by the team too. We will always try our best for you!

Monday	9am - 6pm
Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 6pm
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

Room price	Nights	Price per night		Package pp	Total

£104	1	£104	+	N/A	= £104 for 2 adults

Room price	Nights	Price per night		Programme price pp	Total

£520	5	£104	+	£278	= £1,076 for 2 adults

Room price	Nights	Price per night		Programme price pp	Total

£520	5	£104	+	£329	= £1,178 for 2 adults

Room price	Nights	Price per night		Programme price pp	Total

£520	5	£104	+	£337	= £1,194 for 2 adults

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