Is your calendar starting to fill up, but you are not sure which weeks to keep for yourself at Hacienda Beach Club? High season in Cabo brings sunshine, whale sightings, and very strong rental demand, especially on Médano Beach. That is great news for income, but it can also make personal planning a little tricky. In this guide, you will learn when demand spikes, how guest profiles change, and how to work with Arch Cabo to get the most from every week without losing the lifestyle you love. Let’s dive in.
What high season means in Cabo
High season in Cabo typically runs from late November or early December through mid April. This window is driven by North American snowbird travel, the holidays, spring break, and a warm, dry winter climate. During these months, nightly rates and occupancy are at their highest, and popular restaurants and beach clubs book up quickly.
Inside high season, certain weeks rise even higher. Late December through New Year’s often delivers the single strongest rates and demand of the year. March brings several U.S. spring break periods, and Mexico’s Semana Santa typically falls in March or April. These weeks see earlier bookings, longer minimum stays, and limited availability.
You will also see two shoulder periods with lighter crowds and still marketable demand. May and late October into November offer a nice balance of value and calmer conditions. Low season runs June through November, which is also Mexico’s official hurricane season. Expect hotter, more humid weather and softer demand during that time.
Médano Beach realities
El Médano Ejidal is Cabo San Lucas’s primary swimmable beach and the center of beach activity. That is exactly why renters love Hacienda Beach Club. You are on the sand, near the Marina, and close to downtown. In high season, the beach is livelier, boat activity picks up, and foot traffic grows. If quiet time on the terrace matters to you, plan personal weeks outside the peak weeks or choose shoulder months.
How high season impacts Hacienda owners
Demand and rates
High season concentrates rental income. Occupancy and nightly rates are strongest from December through mid April, with the highest peaks around New Year’s, key spring break weeks, and Semana Santa. Managers often set longer minimum stays during these periods, commonly seven nights, to reduce turnover and protect yield. If you choose to stay personally in these weeks, weigh the opportunity cost of lost revenue against the value of your time in residence.
Guest profiles by season
High season typically draws U.S. and Canadian leisure travelers seeking warm winter escapes. Couples and families are common, and many guests look for concierge help with whale watching, restaurant bookings, and activities. Spring break periods can include younger groups or families depending on the specific week and your property rules. Semana Santa brings a rise in domestic Mexican travel and larger family groups. Low season tends to attract more price sensitive travelers and last minute bookings.
Operations to expect
More demand means more pressure on operations. Housekeeping and maintenance teams face tighter turnover windows, especially if minimum stays are shorter. Higher occupancy increases routine wear, from linens to appliances and A/C servicing. Guests also lean on concierge support for transport and on property requests. Close coordination with Arch Cabo helps you stay ahead of these needs.
Plan your calendar with purpose
Every Hacienda owner has a different goal. The key is to pick a strategy and share it early with Arch Cabo so your plan drives pricing, promotions, and scheduling.
- Maximize income: Keep all high demand weeks open for rentals and save a few low or shoulder weeks for personal use. This is ideal if yield is your top priority.
- Balanced lifestyle and income: Hold one or two personal weeks each year and rent the rest of high season. Use shoulder months for extra owner time.
- Lifestyle first: Keep your favorite holiday or winter weeks for yourself and accept lower rental income during those periods.
- Flexible rotation: Float a limited number of owner weeks each year, requested in advance, while keeping most of the calendar open to rentals.
Sample timeline
- 9 to 12 months before high season: Decide which owner weeks you want and share them with Arch Cabo. Ask for last year’s performance for those same weeks to guide your choices.
- 6 months before high season: Confirm minimum stays and planned promotions. Lock in owner reservations and understand any owner use fees or blackout rules.
- 3 months before occupancy: Finalize owner versus rental weeks and confirm the cleaning schedule and turnover windows. Set concierge, transport, and on property requests.
- 1 to 2 weeks before arrival: Confirm check in details, special requests, and linen and inventory status.
Tactical tips for balance
- Prioritize renting prime weeks: Offer New Year’s and key spring break or Semana Santa weeks to guests, then choose shoulder weeks for your own stays to capture both revenue and lifestyle.
- Align with minimum stays: If seven night minimums are in place over holidays, plan your personal stay to match those windows so you do not fragment valuable nights.
- Use midweek starts: Consider midweek arrivals and departures when they still fit minimum stay rules. This can preserve longer guest bookings around your visit.
- Schedule maintenance smartly: Reserve time in shoulder season for upgrades and servicing so you avoid cancellations or repairs during peak demand.
Risk, tax and insurance basics
Rental income and taxes vary by your country of residence and by Mexico’s regulations. Consult qualified tax professionals in both places to understand reporting and deductions. For guest bookings, make sure cancellation language is clear. Encourage travel insurance for high season trips and confirm how Arch Cabo handles hurricane protocols, refunds, and owner reservations during weather events.
Coordinate smoothly with Arch Cabo
Your property manager is your front line during high season. A clear set of touchpoints keeps your calendar accurate, your guests cared for, and your home in top shape.
Rates and calendar
- Request last year’s occupancy, average daily rates, and booking lead times by week for your residence at Hacienda Beach Club.
- Confirm seasonal rates, minimum stays, and any early bird or last minute promotions. Understand deadlines that affect your owner weeks.
- Ask for real time calendar access or a calendar feed to avoid double booking owner time.
Cleaning and maintenance
- Clarify turnover windows and the minimum time needed between back to backs during peak periods.
- Confirm who stocks linens and supplies for owner stays versus guest stays, and what cleaning fees apply to owner use.
- Schedule routine maintenance in shoulder months and set emergency repair protocols for guest stays.
Guest services and rules
- Align on pre arrival communications, airport transfers, tour bookings, private chefs, and special requests for you or your guests.
- Reconfirm guest count limits and event rules. High season can test enforcement, so clarity helps prevent issues.
Risk and cancellations
- Review cancellation windows and refund policies for storm events and travel disruptions.
- Verify your property insurance details and ensure Arch Cabo uses recommended language about travel insurance in guest communications.
Reporting and communication
- Confirm how often you receive income statements, when payouts occur, and how fees are shown.
- Understand deposit and damage claim procedures and timelines.
- Set a single point of contact for owner issues, emergency contacts, and expected response times during peak weeks.
One page owner checklist
Share a short document with Arch Cabo so everyone is aligned:
- Preferred owner weeks, plus backup dates
- Owner contact details and preferred check in and check out times
- Maximum guest count for owner stays and any permitted events
- Special requests on property, such as crib needs or extra linens
- Emergency contact and a local secondary contact if you are not in Cabo
- Authorization for Arch Cabo to approve repairs up to a set amount
When to use your Hacienda
If you want the energy of winter in Cabo without the highest prices or the biggest crowds, target early December or late April. For quieter beach days and easier restaurant reservations, May and late October into November are strong choices. If you love being in residence during the holidays, plan early and accept the income trade off. If you prefer quiet terrace mornings and a calmer bay, skip the busiest spring break weeks and Semana Santa.
Bottom line for Hacienda owners
High season at El Médano makes Hacienda Beach Club one of the most desired places to stay in Cabo San Lucas. That demand is your advantage. With a clear calendar strategy, smart use of minimum stay rules, and proactive coordination with Arch Cabo, you can enjoy your best weeks and still capture the revenue that high season delivers.
Ready to fine tune your approach or explore new opportunities in the area? Connect with the team at Oceanside Real Estate Group to align your ownership goals with on the ground expertise.
FAQs
When is high season in Cabo for Hacienda Beach Club?
- High season typically runs from late November or early December through mid April, with peak demand around New Year’s, spring break, and Semana Santa.
How should I choose personal weeks during Cabo’s high season?
- Keep the highest earning weeks open for rentals and select early December, late April, or shoulder months for personal time to balance income and enjoyment.
What minimum stay rules should I expect at Hacienda in peak weeks?
- Managers often set longer minimums, commonly seven nights around the holidays and key spring weeks, to reduce turnovers and protect yield.
How does guest demand change at Médano Beach during high season?
- Expect more U.S. and Canadian leisure travelers, families, and stronger concierge requests, plus livelier beach and boat activity right out front.
What should I coordinate with Arch Cabo before high season?
- Confirm rates, minimum stays, your owner dates, cleaning and maintenance plans, guest rules, cancellation policies, and reporting and payout schedules.
Is hurricane season a factor for Hacienda owners planning rentals?
- Yes. Hurricane season runs June through November, which lowers demand and adds cancellation risk. Plan maintenance then and ensure clear refund procedures.
