Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4.5 star property

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4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Sundeck
Executive lounge
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels, scuba diving
Sundeck

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Pool

Explore the area

Map
Camino Viejo a San José, Km 3.5, Col. El Medano, Cabo San Lucas, BCS, 4990
  • Medano Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Cabo San Lucas Bay
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Plaza San Lucas
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur (SJD-Los Cabos Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (Elite Club | C)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (L)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (Elite Club | U)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club | C)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club | C)

  • 71 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (Grande (B2C-US))

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (B2C-US)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, M)

  • 71 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (Elite Club | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (Elite Club | B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, M)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 3 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (C)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (E)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (L)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Garden View (L)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (L)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Grande (U))

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (U)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (U)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (M)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Standard, M)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Garden View (M)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, L)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (U)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Grande | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, U)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, U)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, E)

  • 71 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (C)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, L)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (C)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (Grande | C)

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View (C)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Elite Club, E)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (E)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Grande, M)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Double Beds

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About the area

Cabo San Lucas

Located in Cabo San Lucas (El Medano Ejidal), Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive is within a 10-minute walk of Medano Beach and Cabo San Lucas Bay. .This all-inclusive property is 3.6 mi (5.7 km) from The Arch and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Marina Del Rey.

What's nearby

  • Medano Beach - 7 min walk
  • Cabo San Lucas Bay - 7 min walk
  • Marina Del Rey - 6 min drive
  • The Arch - 8 min drive
  • Land's End - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Riu Sport Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Baja California Restaurante - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Torote Steak House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La misión - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tequila Pool Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Adults-only beachfront property with 4 outdoor pools
Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive offers 602 accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include change of towels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

A health club and a complimentary water park with waterslides are featured at the property. 4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub. Other recreational amenities include a steam room and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 602 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 4 outdoor swimming pools, a complimentary water park, and a health club. This Art Deco property also features complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a hair salon.
This property is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities.

Grab a bite at Promenade, one of the property's 6 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 6 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Featured amenities include limo/town car service, a computer station, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Cabo San Lucas? This property has 969 square feet (90 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7 AM and 11 AM.
Promenade - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Yu Hi - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Krystal - This restaurant specializes in Fusion cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Sofia - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

All-inclusive details

This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
24-hour room service
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
In-room liquor dispensers

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorized water sports are included.

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Tennis

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Onsite live performances
Theme parties

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Travelife, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM–11 AM
  • 6 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 6 bars/lounges, 1 swim-up bar and 1 poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Promenade
  • Yu Hi
  • Krystal
  • Sofia

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness centre
  • Free water park access
  • Full-service spa
  • Scuba diving
  • A hot tub
  • Steam room
  • Tennis

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Corner/local shop
  • Reception hall
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference space (969 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms - 2

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beachfront location
  • Garden
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massages
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Spa open daily
  • Hot tub
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Beach towels
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Rooftop garden
  • TV in lobby
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Turndown service
  • Water-efficient showers only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.
When a room reservation includes a round-trip airport transfer at no charge, it's essential to respond to the supplier's message to arrange the shuttle service.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MXN 79.20 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Riu Palace Baja California Adults All Inclusive
Riu Baja California Adults In
Riu Palace Baja California Adults Only All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2296 out of 3907 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 873 out of 3907 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 396 out of 3907 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 165 out of 3907 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 177 out of 3907 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Rodolfo

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the views from the pool and the pool bartenders were great especially Luty. The front desk agent Ingrid was also great any time we needed anything. She gave an excellent level of customer service. This is a great place to stay if you don’t really care about the kind of food you eat. All of the dining options are terrible and weren’t worth my time albeit they are included since it’s all inclusive. The service at the restaurants were horrible too especially the service at Krystal restaurant. I think Ingrid should be hired to train the employees on customer service too. Upon arrival the room was hot and muggy, some of the lights were flickering when we turned the lights on, and the toilet bowl wobbled back and forth which was nerve wrecking because you wonder if it’ll rip off and cause a flood. They don’t allow Uber drivers to come to the resort so they use their own taxis to take you anywhere and the cost for each ride is just a random number they choose. One of our friends was charged $95 USD to get to airport but we were charged only $80 which didn’t make any sense. I was quite disappointed this time because I’ve been to Riu before- service, food, & rooms were fantastic & I just feel like it went down hill. Just to be clear it is an all inclusive resort so the plus is you don’t have to pay for anything at all on-site unless you use the spa. The liquor is bottom shelf and you honestly don’t feel buzzed. We had the best time when we left the resort for meals & drinks.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jazielynn, westchester

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great property with so many things to do!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great the staff the atmosphere the pools had an enjoyable time
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service is good. The staff is very attentive.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My shower smelt like mildew and had small black specks in the corner. The food was better than other all inclusive I’ve been to. The staff was extremely friendly!!

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward Louis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was great, the staff was friendly and helpful. Elite club is a good value, our room had a wonderful ocean view, the Elite lounge and restaurant provide a much quieter atmosphere. Some of the food was less than 5 star rating, overall I felt the property and service provided make the Riu Baja a fantastic choice!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Caleb

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall was good place but our friend broke her ankle coming down the stairs where the windows are open. The stairs were covered with a thin layer of dust. Maybe make more frequent rounds
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everybody was very nice and helpful. Service was excellent and the food was delicious.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Get place to spend a week or more!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaToya

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

ARLENE

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I like the rooms and how clean everything was, the food was very blend pastries were very dry, same menu every day but the waiters and bartenders do amazing at trying to please you , however I walked in to the spa to ask re: massages for 3 of us and the receptionist at the front desk didn’t even bother to look at us and said you need 24hr notice and we don’t have room for today and sat I front of her computer without even a glance at us. I was in shocked , she wasn’t busy because we were the only ones in the waiting room and she wasn’t massaging because she the receptionist, RUDE !!!! so we went to the beach and got massages instead of wasting my money in the SPA with rude employee. In the lobby you can only use their TAXI service NOT UBER and if you use Uber they make you walk out the resort to get picked up. Clearly they have all that under control. So this is a one time stay at this hotel for me and my family wouldn’t come back and for. The price I wouldn’t recommend it either. That’s just my honest opinion: someone will appreciate the honesty
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved Riu Baja and would stay here again! We experienced the best housekeeping services we've ever had. There was staff all over the resort continually cleaning the property. The food service staff was always friendly, happy, and on top of everything; we never had to wait. They had plenty of restaurant options and bar options and the property was so nice and relaxing that we didn't need to leave if we didn't want to (they had night time entertainment as well at Riu Santa Fe next door). We actually didn't enjoy going to the downtown area as much due to the constant badgering from sales people and restaurant owners, so staying at the Riu was fine with us. My only complaint would be that the company representatives in the hotel that you can book excursions with aren't as honest or helpful as they say they are. We were overcharged and they made mistakes. Aside from that the Riu Palace Baja California was terrific!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline Irene

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the Riu Baja Palace! Gracious staff & helpful. Weather was fabulous! BOOK your excursions FAST! They book fast.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krenta

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANA

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

nick, LOS ANGELES

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not a bad place. You can visit the Riu next door for parties. The buffet is better than most all inclusives. The beverages are water down and there isn’t a great selection of beer.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jazmynn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want a party this is definitely the place to be.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ynoriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very courteous and friendly
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024