The Galo Resort Ondamar is a peaceful holiday complex set in lush oceanfront gardens, located eight kilometres from the Palheiro Golf Course and 12 kilometres from Funchal. Its 124 bright, modern guestrooms have simple furnishings and cool tiled floors. Rooms lead out onto balconies with ocean views and amenities include cable television, direct-dial phones, minibars, and hair dryers.
Guests can wake up to an invigorating workout at the gym, take spinning, aerobics and yoga classes, or swim a few lengths of the two outdoor pools. A swim-up bar serves a selection of drinks, cocktails and snacks. Guests can follow the steps down to the hotel's private bay with its seawater swimming pool and diving school. Complimentary facilities also include those at neighbouring hotels Galomar and Alpino Atlantico. The sophisticated sports centre features three squash courts, two saunas, a steam bath, and an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy a range of relaxation, including thalassotherapy, physiotherapy and massages, or get a makeover at the hair and beauty salon. Children are well catered for with a kid's pool and playground. Bar Ondamar offers nightly entertainment, including live music and dances. Alternatively, guests can sip cocktails while watching the sunset at Bar Vista Azul. Five restaurants offer a selection of cuisine, serving from traditional Italian to typical Madeiran and Portuguese cuisine to sweet and savoury pancakes. The onsite scuba diving school offers explorations into the breathtaking underwater nature reserve surrounding the hotel. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy a game at the Palheiro Golf Course eight kilometres away, visit the town of Funchal, take a stroll in the botanical gardens, or enjoy a fun day out at the Aquapark, all 12 kilometres away. Madeira International Airport is eight kilometres away.