When you’re looking for rest, relaxation and maybe a little entertainment, there’s going on vacation and then there’s going on vacation. If you really want to enjoy yourself while you’re away from home, one of the best ways to do so is by choosing to spend your time at an all-inclusive resort. These are places where your every need will be tended to, and where you won’t have to pull out your wallet every five seconds.
But, not all all-inclusive resorts are created equally. So, we figured we’d hop over to Trip Advisor and see what the world’s jetsetters have to say about some of the world’s most fabulous all-inclusive resorts and hotels. It turns out there’s no shortage of such places, and that they’re located all over the world, wherever it is that you might like to travel to. You’ll find amazing all-inclusive resorts in the Middle East and Africa just the same as you’ll find them in the Caribbean and Asia.
So come take a look at the best all-inclusive resorts in the world. The top 25 on this list were actually honored as the top 25 by Trip Advisor for 2014. Not that the remaining 25 are anything to scoff at – they were all ranked among the best in their particular region. With each photo, you’ll find a sample of what a recent reviewer on Trip Advisor had to say about their experience. In some cases, these have been edited slightly for clarity and grammar.
1. Royalton Cayo Santa Maria
“The hotel is absolutely gorgeous and the grounds are immaculately maintained. All staff are amazing and willing to go out of their way for you…”
2. Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso
“Everyone made us feel very welcome and the entire resort is beautiful and immaculate. It is every bit as lovely as the photographs.”
3. Kurumba Maldives
“This resort completely blew our minds. We slept in a Deluxe Bungalow, and wow. WOW! Beautiful with lots of showering possibilities, great beds and amenities.”
4. Le Blanc Spa Resort
“I had read the great reviews on Trip Adviser about Le Blanc, so I had high expectations when I arrived, and I have to say they were met.”
5. Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun
“I cannot tell you everything about this resort or my experience here, as I would end up writing a novel. All I can say is this is luxury like I have never experienced.”
6. Luxury Bahia Principe Cayo Levantado Don Pablo Collection
“Only one word to say about this place: EXCELLENT! Best resort and hotel we have ever stayed in. The food, staff, gardens… We loved it all. When you arrive by speedboat and see the Island for the first time, you will never forget it.”
7. Iberostar Grand Bavaro Hotel
“I cannot say enough about the staff, the hotel, the food, the pool and the rooms! Absolutely perfect. I couldn’t have dreamed of a better vacation! Enjoy! You won’t regret it!”
8. Galley Bay Resort
“The Galley Bay Resort and Spa is like a friendly fever that enters the soul and slowly reaches out to the mind and the body.”
9. Rixos Sharm El Sheikh
“I have been to Sharm three times, but this hotel was out of this world! The staff was just so lovely and accommodating, which made it even better.”
10. Excellence Playa Mujeres
“Excellence Playa Mujeres was truly a tropical paradise! The beauty of the resort itself and surrounding area goes without saying; it is truly a beautiful area and resort design.”
11. Iberostar Grand Rose Hall
“Expensive, yes. But so worth every penny of it! The rooms were spacious with a wonderful his & hers bathroom. Splendid coffee, top shelf drinks and finger foods in the main lounge area.”
12. Secrets Silversands Riviera Cancun
“The resort was absolutely beautiful! Our room, the food, the entertainment, and service were all top notch!”
13. The Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real
“Absolute luxury and relaxation. The best vacation for relaxation I have ever had. Affordable, beautiful, incredible service.”
14. Sultan Gardens Resort
“We travelled over just after Christmas for a one week break, and it was one of the most spectacular New Years celebrations I have witnessed. The amount of effort that was put in to make a special night for the guests was unbelievable!”
15. Salinas do Maragogi All Inclusive Resort
“The atmosphere is cheerful, the location is wonderful, and the food is also great. Expect to gain a few extra pounds in less than a week, though.”
16. Andilana Beach Resort
“Andilana Beach is really what I call a paradise. The only one I’ve seen in my life.”
17. Live Aqua Cancun All Inclusive
“I just came back from Cancun where I celebrated my 25-year anniversary with my wife, and the experience at the Aqua was superb. The staff was tremendous, and extremely helpful. The hotel was in great shape, and the options for food and drinking were plenty and outstanding.”
18. Sandals Whitehouse European Village and Spa
“An absolutely fantastic experience from the extensive sandy beach to the nightly entertainment.”
19. Cozumel Palace
“Last week was our first time at Cozumel Palace, and we’ve already agreed that we would love to go back. We wouldn’t want to stay anywhere else on the island.”
20. Melia Cayo Coco
“We have been to other Caribbean resorts, but this made you feel extra special. We will definitely be returning in the near future and would recommend it to any couples without children!”
21. Ikos Oceania
“We would highly recommend the Ikos Oceania to everybody planning an all-inclusive, luxurious holiday in 2015… It is beautiful.”
22. The Reserve at Paradisus Punta Cana
“I could not leave this resort without giving them the excellent rating that they deserve. It is truly a 5-star, classy resort”
23. Secrets The Vine Cancun Resort & Spa
“Just returned from a seven-day vacation at this beautiful full-service, all-inclusive resort. Absolutely perfect. I have never been treated so well and with such professionalism.”
24. Grand Velas Riviera Maya
“My husband and I visited the Grand Class at Grand Velas, and GRAND CLASS it was! As a result, we’ve decided it will be a mainstay on our vacation list from here on out.”
25. Iberostar Hacienda Dominicus
“The entire staff was very friendly and helpful. The entertainment from the morning to evening was great fun. We can’t wait to come back next year!”
26. The BodyHoliday, LeSport
“We are at the BodyHoliday for our fourth visit – and loving every minute of it. There are activities available all day; spa treatments are included every day of your visit in their breathtaking wellness center; the beach is private and magnificent…”
27. Beaches Turks and Caicos Resort Villages and Spa
“When they say all-inclusive, they mean all – even scuba diving! The sand is like flour and the water is as clear as a pool.”
28. Jewel Paradise Cove Beach Resort and Spa
“This resort was truly the perfect getaway, and to be honest, the pictures don’t even do it justice!”
29. Secrets Wild Orchid Montego Bay
“The employees are absolutely happy to be serving you, which makes the hotel that much more relaxing and enjoyable.”
30. Sandals Royal Plantation
“I’ll just say we fell in love with the staff because they made our experience truly special. We loved that the resort was so small and intimate.”
31. Beaches Negril Resort & Spa
“Beaches Negril is small enough that everyone knows your names and your children’s names within moments of you arriving.”
32. Royalton Hicacos Varadero Resort & Spa
“I don’t usually write reviews about my holiday experiences, but this time I just feel the need to share. I have been to this resort 5 times, and every time it just gets better and better”
33. Paradisus Rio de Oro Resort & Spa
“My wife and I went came for our honeymoon. Our only regret is only staying for a week. I can honestly say this was the best week’s holiday of my life.”
34. Sandals Negril Beach Resort & Spa
“Just got back from Sandals Negril today. We have been to several Sandals before and found this to be the best so far. The help here is outstanding.”
35. Couples Sans Souci
“Couples deserves a 10-star rating. Every aspect was top of the line. The food was excellent. The service was always with a smile. Our suite faced the ocean. Our fridge was stocked with anything we wanted.”
36. Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana
“When we visit an all-inclusive resort, we want to be treated like royalty — after all, we ARE spending royal bucks on the trip! Dreams Palm Beach hit the nail on the head.”
37. Iberostar Varadero
“This facility is world class! Many people have concerns about overall quality when visiting Cuban resorts. Iberostar Varadero is not one of them.”
38. Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort
“What a great place. We went for a quick getaway and had a blast. Everybody you met, working or vacationing, was excellent.”
39. Melia La Americas
“Wow is all I have to stay. From start to finish, what a great trip. Next time we will make it longer.”
40. Excellence Punta Cana
“From the moment we arrived we were made to feel so welcome. Even the transfer driver stopped and bought my wife and I a cold beer en route to our hotel — how cool and friendly was that?
41. Club Med Kani
“Even as a seasoned Club Med GM, I am very impressed by Kani. Everything was impeccable. The staff was extremely friendly, the food exceeded expectations, and there was a nice selection of activities.”
42. Clubhotel Riu Tikida Palmeraie
“Everything about this hotel was superb – food, service, amenities and bar. Everyone was catered for.”
43. Hotel Riu Touareg
“We recently returned from a seven-day stay at this hotel, and what a gem it is!”
44. Club Med La Pointe aux Canonniers
“It was most relaxing, and the activities were excellent. The evening entertainment was well rehearsed and executed with perfection. All the meals were just out of this world and showed great talent and thought.”
45. Hotel Riu Imperial Marhaba
“This hotel oozes friendliness from all staff, and service second to nonein a stylishly designed hotel which has it all.”
46. Louis Ledra Beach
“My wife and I had the most wonderful two weeks at this hotel. Every aspect of our stay was absolutely first class.”
47. Marmaris Imperial Hotel
“Wonderful food and service, and we enjoyed the wide range of activities to do in the hotel and surrounding area.”
48. Pestana Porto Santo All Inclusive & Spa Beach Resort
“BEST HOTEL ON THE ISLAND, if you’re looking for a luxurious, relaxing, peaceful, and even a romantic holiday. This is the place to go.”
49. Louis Phaethon Beach
“The Louis Phaethon Beach is really one of the most amazing places I have ever visited.”
50. Iberostar Anthelia
“We have just returned from a fab week at the Iberostar Anthelia. The hotel is very much holiday luxury and the staff are more than helpful and very friendly.”
