We have just returned from a fantastic Short break at the Vila Cruz our only complaint we couldn't stay longer. We booked this hotel because of its location to the golf courses on the Island and were definitly not disappointed, yes the airport is nearby but as the other reviews say its not a problem we landed at 11.15 and... more

Fantastic hotel, well worth its 4 stars, superb breakfast choice, hot and cold, and champagne if you fancied!! Staff and service second to none, but we were staying out of season. No problems with sun loungers and could have poole to ourselves. We were warned about being on the flight path, but I promise it wasnt a problem. Flights seemed... more

We arrived for our 25th wedding anniversary, were upgraded to a superior room, Full sea View and champagne/chocolates in room. Room has full air con, Dvd / cd player, lcd tv plugged in Hair dryer, daily maid service and towels changed. Very high cleanliness levels and as it is only 3 years old the decor is still modern. Location is... more

We returned to the Vila Gale following a wonderful holiday there last year and although going back to the same place is not something we normally do, I can only say that if anything it was better this time. A lot of the staff were still there and it was quite humbling the way they all remembered us,like meeting old... more

We booked the hotel through a late B&B deal with Palm Air flying from Bournemouth. We found the hotel to be excellent, and, unlike the reviewer who criticized the pool size, thought it excellent (approx 25m x 20m?) - if a bit cool (it was 23degC - sea was 24degC). Its difficult to fault the hotel - it was very... more

We stayed at this hotel for 3 nights under duress, as we were dumped here by TAP Air Portugal due to a pilots strike, so this review might be a bit biased. The rooms were not as big as I would have expected for a 4-star hotel and the room decor was depressing with the main wall "painted" a strange... more

Have recently returned from an 11 night stay - the hotel was selected on the basis of the many positive reviews on Trip Advisor and was a good choice. The hotel is only a few minutes from the airport but as many previous reviewers have stated, aircraft noise is not really an issue. Yes you can see the runway from... more

Lovely hotel...ideal for families with young children or for older visitors, who don't want anything noisy or wild. Just five minutes from the water park, which is very popular. Food at the hotel is average, wouldn't go for the all-inclusive, as you would get tired eating in the same spot, but breakfast is excellent. Would recommend lovely restaurant on the... more

I have just returned from a weeks longs holiday to Madeira staying at the Villa Gale in Santa Cruz, we travelled with First Choice and found the rep to be incredibly helpful and knowledgeable on the area. When we arrived at the hotel after a 3 hour flight and a five minute transfer we were told our room wouldn't be... more