Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive

Property class: 4.5

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A resort with a large pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
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A large, well-lit building with multiple arched doorways and a reflective pool in front.
A beachside lounge area with sun loungers, a large umbrella, and a view of the ocean.
A spa area with a hot tub, wooden pillars, and a tiled floor.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Rodovia BA 099 KM 56, Praia do Forte, Mata de São João, BA, 48.287-000
  • Place, Sapiranga Ecological Reserve
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Dona Zilda Waterfall
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Praia do Forte Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Premium Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Premium Room (Single Use | Near Pool)

  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Premium Double Room (Near Pool)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, Oceanfront (Single Use)

  • Sea view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Premium Double Room, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, Oceanfront (Single Use | Corner)

  • Sea view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Premium Double Room, Oceanfront (Corner)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Premium Room (Single Use | Spa)

  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Premium Double Room (Spa)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Oceanfront (Single Use)

  • Garden view
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room (Single Use | Upper Floor)

  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Premium Double Room (Upper Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, Terrace (Terrace Relax Suite | Single Use)

  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, Terrace (Terrace Relax Suite)

  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Premium Room (Single Use)

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

Premium Double Room (Ground Floor)

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Premium Room (Single Use)

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

Premium Double Room (Garden Access)

  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Premium Room (Single Use)

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

Premium Double Room (Spa Relax)

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Premium Room (Single Use)

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

Premium Double Room (Ocean Front Spa Relax)

  • Ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

About the area

Mata de São João

A luxury stay in Mata de São João awaits you at Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive. You'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Timeantube Lagoon and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Klaus Peters Municipal Natural Park. .A day of pampering can include hot stone massages and mani/pedis along with access to the hot tub and steam room. The buffet restaurant, Buffet Meu Rei, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the 3 outdoor swimming pools, golf course and nightclub plus access to aerobics classes. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and an outdoor tennis court. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.

What's nearby

  • Timeantube Lagoon - 12 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Sapiranga Ecological Reserve - 12 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Armazem da Vila Shopping Mall - 13 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Dona Zilda Waterfall - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Praia do Forte Beach - 14 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Salvador (SSA-Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Reataurante Pelô - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Maresias - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Iberostar Maj Tai Restaurante Oriental - Praia do Forte - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Palma Ibero Star Bahia Praia Do Forte - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lobby Bar - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive

Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

As a guest of Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive, you'll find a full-service spa, a golf course, and 3 outdoor swimming pools. There are 6 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. For a drink, you can stop by one of the on-site bars, including 2 poolside bars and 5 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A 24-hour business centre and 10 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this property measures 398 square feet (37 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A health club, a nightclub, and a sauna are also featured at the luxury Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Mata de São João property is smoke free.

  • 632 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 6 dining venues
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 5 bars or lounges
  • 398 sq ft of conference space
  • 37 sq. m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Swim-up bar
Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive offers 632 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to furnished lanais. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Mata de São João property provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 13 treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a hot tub, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam.

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

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Property amenities

Restaurants on site

  • Buffet Meu Rei
  • Coqueiro
  • Francês
  • Restaurante Baiano
  • Sakura

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • At check-in, parents or a legal guardian travelling with children under 18 years old are obligated to present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with a photo (for example, a passport). For international travels to Brazil, if only one of the parents is travelling with the child, the parent must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorising the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. If the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorisation, a judicial authorisation is required. People intending to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate prior to travelling for more information.
  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on 31 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.

Property is also known as

Hotel Iberostar Bahia
Iberostar Bahia
Iberostar Bahia Inclusive Mat
Iberostar Bahia Hotel
Iberostar Bahia Hotel All Inclusive
Iberostar Bahia Hotel All Inclusive Praia do Forte
Iberostar Bahia Praia do Forte
Iberostar Bahia Hotel All Inclusive Mata de Sao Joao
Iberostar Bahia All Inclusive Mata de Sao Joao
Iberostar Bahia All Inclusive Mata de Sao Joao
Iberostar Bahia Hotel All Inclusive Mata de Sao Joao
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive?

Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive?

Yep, Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive?

The closest beach to Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive is Praia do Forte Beach (4.7 km).

Is there a spa on site at Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive. It has a hot tub and a steam room. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body treatments and hot stone massages.

Does Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive have a pool?

Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive has 3 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a drink from one of the bars.

What luxury perks are available at Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive?

Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive features 2 poolside bars, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa.

What makes Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive.

Does Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary buffet breakfast is offered daily from 7 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive?

Relax with a coldie at the 2 poolside bars or 5 lounge bars, and grab a meal at the onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive?

Yep, Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive has a 9-hole golf course.

Iberostar Waves Bahia - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 577 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Beautiful beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and peaceful place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was there with the wife, kids and inlaws. Great amenities, good food, lots of things to do, feels brand new.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I wish the hotel had room service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time in the resort, nice food is offered, good variety. Room is spacious and two swimming pools, being one with warm water. Definitely i will return again
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
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Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Likes: Lots of space to stretch out. Great value for the money spent. Dislikes: No dehumidifier in room, it stays wet inside. Allowing adults to carry drinks and food into pools. (The pool bar is fine, but when I see a plate of food on the outside of the pool edge and a pina coloda spill into the water by a drunk woman, it made us leave the pool that day.) Please enforce no food and drinks in the pool.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Piscinas ótimas, comidas e bebidas muito boas mas não excelentes (justificado pelo volume de pessoas) quartos ok (os colchões e travesseiros deixam a desejar) equipe de recreação muito boa, funcionários (principalmente os do restaurante principal) parecem estar sempre de sa…cheio, alguns atendem com má vontade (principalmente os da tapioca salgada) e alguns dos bares (acho compreensível mas não aceitável) a estrutura do hotel é excelente e linda, academia surpreendente. Restaurantes temáticos deixam a desejar pelo que se propõem, é uma boa sacada mas já que se propõem a realizar um jantar típico deveriam fazê-lo com mais refino. No geral 7,5/10 eu voltaria mas com menos expectativas sabendo o que esperar.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excelente programação pra crianças na recreação. Buffet desorganizado e restaurantes temáticos piores que o buffet. Vinhos ruins. Só meio seco.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy buen servicio en general . Habitaciones muy cómodas . Excelente nivel de comidas destacando el buffet y el Restaurant Sakura y Mare Nostrum. Fuimos en viaje familiar con hijos y nietos . Es ideal para menores de 12 años por la variedad de actividades
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tolles grosses Ressort mit verschiedenen Bereichen (lauter Familienpool, ruhiger Poolbereich). Strandzugang nur beim lauten Poolbereich gut ausgebaut. Zimmer grosszügig, etwas muffig. Licht auf Balkon lässt sich nicht ausschalten. Essensangebot okay. Unterhaltungsprogramm toll.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Foi uma estadia maravilhosa, tudo, tudo estava excelente.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Limpeza impecável, boa estrutura. O ar acondicionado do quarto só fica a 21 graus. o ventilador é muito fraco. Passamos muito calor a noite. Reclamei na recepção e nada adiantou. A equipe de animação e os fotógrafos do hotel são sensacionais. O restante dos funcionários, recepcionistas, garçons, a baiana do acarajé são mal humorados, não respondem ao bom dia que se faz por educação. Obviamente que são os que tivemos contato. Não tive boas experiências em relação a educação. Varreram meu pé debaixo da mesa do café, pedi um refrigerante várias vezes no restaurante japonês, chegou no fim do jantar, apesar das varias solicitações. O restaurante baiano é sensacional! O pior mesmo acredito que foi o ar condicionado que não esfria o quarto. Impossível dormir no calor. A recepcionista falou que era assim mesmo e que nao podia fazer nada. Se você é um tipo de hóspede que vai para comer, beber e curtir e não se importa com experiência, vale a pena. Minha família valoriza muito educação, relacionamento, além de estrutura e comida. Isso deixou muito a desejar.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fomos muito bem recebidos, atendimento impecável
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Td muito bom! Terceira vez q vou ao ibero Bahia. Td muito limpo, os restaurantes tematicos muito bons italiano, mediterraneo...comi um polvo maravilhoso...ainda ganhei um vinho d aniversário rsrs e o japonês. Destaque tbe p os funcionários muito prestativos. Sr Gleibis do restaurante n poderia esquecer. Os petiscos da piscina tbe d deixar água na boca...moqueca baiana c vinho branco geladinho....o Thiago do bar da piscina fazia um suco d tomate ....kkkk Ate c chuva no final do dia estava marav A academia completa...profs ótimos. O gil d sppining, Marcelo da musc, lucas e o d luta q esqueci o nome Todos c muita atenção. Nao poderia deixar d citar a Luize da recepção...fez nosso check-in in, e no check out, sem eu pedir , fez um late check out cortesia, ja q nosso voo era bem tarde. Fomos em familia e passamos dias muito agradáveis. Obg e ate a próxima.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muito boa nossa estadia. Voltaremos!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amei tudo...resort maravilhoso. Só senti falta de piscina aquecida em um local fechado para aproveitar a noite e nos dias de chuva...aprovadissimo o resort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente! Voltaremos com certeza!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incrível!!! Toda a estrutura é fantástica, funcionários prestativos, alimentação formidável
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
O resert está muito bom, frequentamos desde 2007 ( inauguração), depois da pandemia demos uma parada. Agora retornamos, mas achamos que teve uma queda na qualidade da alimentação.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apesar do check in ruim, se surpreenderam em tudo. Hotel ótimo com uma diversão impecável.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Não sei como um hotel como este 5 estrelas permite tantos gatos espalhados e ainda dentro do restaurante. Horrivel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026