Grand Hotel del Mare Resort & Spa

5.0 star property

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Exterior
Aerial view
Private beach, black sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Alcove Suite (Spa/Club Lounge Access) | View from room
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Spa

Explore the area

Map
Via Portico Della Punta 34, Bordighera, IM, 18012
  • Giardino Esotico Pallanca
    11 min walk
  • Ristorante Pizzeria La Piazzetta
    18 min walk
  • Vallecrosia Station
    6 min drive
  • Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur)
    58 min drive

Room options

Suite con Terrazza (Spa/Club Lounge Access)

  • 80 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

King Double Sea Room (Spa/Club Lounge Access)

  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Junior Suite (Spa/Club Lounge Access)

  • 46 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite Presidenziale (Spa/Club Lounge Access)

  • 120 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Classic Queen Budget Room NO VIEW

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Camera Deluxe Matrimoniale con Vista Mare

  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Suite (Spa/Club Lounge Access)

  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

Suite Royal con Vista Mare

  • 46 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

Suite King con Vasca Idromassaggio (Spa/Club Lounge Access)

  • 68 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

Alcove Suite (Spa/Club Lounge Access)

  • 46 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Romantic King Suite (Spa/Club Lounge Access)

  • 46 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Camera Matrimoniale Prestige con Vista Mare

  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Sea View

  • 45 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

Junior Suite Angolare con Vista Mare

  • 45 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite con Terrazza Vista Mare (Spa/Club Lounge Access)

  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Camera Deluxe Matrimoniale con Balcone e Vista Mare

  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Queen Park Suite (Spa/Club Lounge Access)

  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Apartment Suite (Spa/Club Lounge Access)

  • 75 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About this property

Grand Hotel del Mare Resort & Spa

Luxury hotel on the beach, with seasonal outdoor pool
Catch some rays on Grand Hotel del Mare Resort & Spa's private black sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants.
Grand Hotel del Mare Resort & Spa offers 66 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 40-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and a safe. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

A private beach and a health club are featured at the hotel. A seasonal outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness centre.

Children aged under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision.

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

The on-site spa has 10 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

During your stay at Grand Hotel del Mare Resort & Spa, you'll be within walking distance of Giardino Esotico Pallanca. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free valet parking and self-parking
  • Enjoy Italian cuisine with a beachfront location at La Veranda Restaurant, one of the property's 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Treat yourself to facials, body scrubs or body wraps at the spa
  • Services include babysitting, supervised childcare and dry cleaning/laundry
  • On-site recreation includes a private beach, a gym and a steam room
  • Steps from Giardino Esotico Pallanca and a 3-minute drive from Bordighera Port
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Step outside to unwind on the black sand beach. Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. At Grand Hotel del Mare Resort & Spa, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa or have fun in the sun with activities such as kayaking and mini golf.

Free breakfast is served daily. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges, a beach bar and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. This Mediterranean hotel also offers a seasonal outdoor pool, a health club and a hot tub. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property. Self parking and valet parking are free.

This 5-star Bordighera hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 7 AM to 11 AM.
La Veranda Restaurant – This beachfront restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Lounge Bar & Terrace – This poolside lobby lounge only serves light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Late-night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Moldovan, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Ukranian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free uncovered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 11 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • La Veranda Restaurant
  • Lounge Bar & Terrace

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art supplies
  • Changing table
  • DVD player
  • Highchair
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 10 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1964
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 33 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 150 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 95.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 21 December - 31 October, EUR 3.00 per person, per night, up to 6 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 20 December, EUR 0.00 per person, per night, up to 6 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 150.00 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Pet fee: EUR 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 95.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 150 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Grand Hotel del Mare Resort & Spa offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Property Registration Number IT008008A1OIUM3WG9

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Grand del Mare Bordighera
Grand Hotel del Mare Resort
Grand Hotel del Mare Resort Bordighera
Grand Hotel Mare Resort Bordighera
Grand Hotel Mare Resort
Grand Mare Bordighera
Grand Hotel del Mare Resort Spa
Del Mare & Spa Bordighera
Grand Hotel del Mare Resort & Spa Hotel
Grand Hotel del Mare Resort & Spa Bordighera
Grand Hotel del Mare Resort & Spa Hotel Bordighera

Grand Hotel del Mare Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 279 out of 464 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 464 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 464 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 464 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 464 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Harold

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oksana

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was terrific and offered a great deal. The only incident was when the staff that did the laundry charged over 70euros more as they checked a box on my laundry sheet stating I wanted expedited service. And the laundry came back wet. They quickly resolved the issue by taking away the upcharge and taking our clothes back and drying them completely.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Mor

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not a 5 star hotel. Maybe 2.
Worst hotel ever. Feels like it is stuck in the 80’s - Everything is old. No hot water in the shower. They told us to take a shower in the spa. AC didn’t work and it was very hot in The night. Breakfast was not tasty. At least we got a discount in the end. Still - not worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

marcela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
YOU CANT USE THE SPA unless you are staying on the top suites. Spa access is reserved for VIP suites only, SPA has only space for 8 people per day meaning most likely it will be taken by the VIPS. If there is space, then you must know that SPA is NOT included, it costs 20 euros per person. Service is like highway hotels, not 5-star service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Morris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In total very good experience
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Harold

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Broderick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
spectacular hotel
We had an amazing time at the hotel with our family. It’s a beautiful hotel, in a beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Plush luxury at a price
The resort is very nice: plush, comfortable and excellent service throughout the location. Personally we didn’t like the pool set up and we found the food and drink expensive. The beach club is a climb down but very nice. Very nice room with sea view with a really comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

2/10 Terrible

Jaspar

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Triste
Lleguemos y nos dimos cuenta que no era un hotel de 5 estrellas. Era complicado comunicar con el staff en Inglés, recepción tardó mucho, no era posible ayudarnos conseguir pruebas de PCR. El cuarto era fatal, piso levantado, regadera sucia, sabanas horribles, almohadas peor. La cena fue lo peor- los postres miserables. No hubo nadie de salvavidas para cuidar los niños en la alberca - algo que nos habían comentado en recepción que si existía. El desayuno un caos - nada de organización Todo fue un gran pérdida de tiempo y dinero
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Rickey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only issue was when we dropped off our clothing for laundry service they seemed to have forgotten about it. They said tomorrow afternoon and I said that only works if we book another night. They promptly got them done although still somewhat damp when we got them. Other than that small glitch they did an awesome job.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rickey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall excellent the only drawback was getting the laundry done. We left them the bag at 8:30 when they were cleaning the room and they seemed to have forgotten about it. When I called the desk they were great about getting it back to us only still wet. Not much of a problem but worth noting.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Court

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
cellent
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good nothing to complain about.Staff, food and facilities top class. We have been there 4 time now and never a problem.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pete, Geneva

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, especially the cat park attendant. Cleanliness. Views over the sea. Garden area very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Great hotel, but room for staff improvement
The hotel itself was fantastic. Comfortable, in a great location and with good facilities. What let it down was the attitude of the hospitality staff. With one or two exceptions the serving staff seemed to have little interest in their work and no interest in the guests, and virtually ignored you as they passed (never a “bon journo”) and virtually grunted when we asked for more coffee or wanted to order food at the pool bar. We felt that we were living in a separate universe from the staff and ceased trying to engage them in conversation except for what was totally necessary for our needs. The exceptions were the porters and reception staff and the bar man in the lounge, who were very pleasant. We also felt that for a five star hotel the food, considering the prices charged, was below standard for a five star hotel. The range on offer was limited and the quality and presentation sub standard. I could not finish one dish I was served as the veal was too tough to eat. It was taken away, but no apology was offered.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

RENA CHOE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicolle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Luxurious hotel - ocean view
We enjoyed our stay here. The view is beautiful- our room overlooked the pool and the ocean. The hotel Is very nice, we could park right in front of the hotel and the setting was amazing. The service was very helpful. The breakfast was very good - includes omelettes with choice of ingredients and lots of pastries and fruit and meats and cheeses to choose from.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Let's get the negatives out of the way first! What they DON'T tell you is that the hotel is built over the train line which runs between France and Italy. Trains run all the time at intervals varying from minutes to hoiurs apart. This is manifested as a noticebale rumble; the level of which, depends on which floor your room is lpocated. The lower you are, the more of a loud rumble. You might get used to this or not depending on how light/heavy a sleeper you are. It can be quite irritating. Wifi is Next, if you're not a fan of dogs or cats, then this might not be a hotel for you. Dog owners are positively encoraged to bring their pooches with them and there appear to be a pair of cats roaming the property. These might be rodent catchers - not sure. Onto the good stuff: The car park up a slope from the road is attended. Courteous reception staff. The rooms are of high comfort with huge beds. Linen changed daily. Well appointed bathrooms but with limited space for your owns stuff. Frdge with 28 million bottles of every type of beverage at eye- watering prices. Most rooms have balconies opening to the sea, the sun and Ospedaletti to the east in the dstance. Great sunrises! Spa. Beach club in the summer. Circular outdoor heated pool available all year round. Buffet breakfasts and comprehensive room service. A wide type of clientele; many spending new year here from across the border in France. Will definitely come back, but will be sure to get a high floor room next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful retreat
The staff was great and the jr suite was lovely. Would go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, Alameda, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old world charm, classic beautiful & elegant. Impeccable staff & stunningly atmosphere. This hotel is fabulous. I would stay there again in a minute.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018