9 Best Adults-only All-inclusive Resorts in the Dominican Republic

Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana

Also available to book at Hotels.com and Expedia.com

Along Juanillo Beach's pristine shores in the swanky Cap Cana resort area, the Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana is among the best adults-only all-inclusive resorts in the Dominican Republic — and the Caribbean. Every room of this 2022 and 2023 World’s Best Award Winner is a suite, and each has a private patio or balcony.

The culinary offerings are equally impressive, ranging from French-Tahitian fare to wood-fired pizzas to indulgent Indian entrees. Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana guests also gain access to the bars, restaurants, and lounges over at the family-friendly sister property Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana.

You could spend an entire day by one of the pools, and no one would blame you. But you can also enjoy beach parties, the tranquil cenote-inspired spa, non-motorized water sports, and dance and yoga classes. Also on the menu? Hyatt Ziva’s on-site water park, which has a lazy river and multiple thrilling slides.

The Details:

• What’s Included: Unlimited dining, premium top-shelf wine and liquors, non-motorized water sports, 24-hour room service
• Distance to Closest Airport: 8 miles
• Gratuities Included: Yes
• Rates: Start at $699

Sanctuary Cap Cana

Also available to book at Expedia.com

According to T+L A-List advisor Margie Hand, this adults-only, all-inclusive resort is ideal for a romantic getaway. For the ultimate date night, she recommends snagging a table with a view at Blue Marlin restaurant, which is raised on stilts over the sea.

Sumptuous suites start at nearly 650 square feet, and each features rich wood accents, tropical-inspired rattan furnishings, furnished balconies and terraces, and fully stocked minibars that are replenished daily. Select suites and villas offer butler service and private pools.

The six main pools — including one with a swim-up bar — are stunning. Daytime and nighttime activities like beach volleyball, bocce ball, disco nights, live music, and karaoke abound. And while spa facilities are only available if you book a treatment, the hydrotherapy circuit — including a sauna, steam bath, cold plunge pool, hot tub, foot bath, showers, and a hydro pool — is surely worth the splurge.

The Details:

• What’s Included: All drinks and meals, on-site entertainment, fitness facilities, daytime and nighttime activities
• Distance to Closest Airport: 8 miles
• Gratuities Included: Yes
• Rates: Start at $418

Secrets Cap Cana

Also available to book at Expedia.com

It’s nearly impossible to be bored at Secrets Cap Cana, which, per Hand, “offers a number of great activities such as snorkeling, dance lessons, Spanish lessons, scuba diving instruction, themed parties, a great spa, and more.”

The 457 spacious suites — which start at nearly 500 square feet — offer luxurious touches like soaking tubs and furnished balconies; select accommodations even offer swim-out access. As part of the property’s “Unlimited Luxury’ programming, you can enjoy perks like unlimited access to gourmet à la carte restaurants (read: no reservations required), top-shelf spirits, 24-hour room service, daytime activities (including non-motorized water sports), and nightly entertainment and themed parties.

The Details:

• What’s Included: Unlimited gourmet dining and drinking (beer, wine, and top-shelf spirits, along with juices and soft drinks), daily replenished minibar, 24-hour room service, and activities like introductory scuba lessons and non-motorized water sports.
• Distance to Closest Airport: 8 miles
• Gratuities Included: Yes
• Rates: Start at $600

Excellence Punta Cana

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Excellence Punta Cana is on secluded Macao Beach's golden-sand shoreline. Make yourself right at home by one of the lagoon-style pools or on the pristine beach. Alternatively, if you prefer a more active vacation, choose from ample complimentary activities like yoga, bocce ball, aerobics, tennis, pickleball, and basketball.

When hunger calls, head to one of 10 bars and restaurants, including the al fresco Lobster Club and Chez Izabelle for haute French fare. For a treatment, visit Mille Spa, which has a state-of-the-art hydrotherapy circuit and two tranquil gardens for pre- or post-treatment lounging.

Even standard suites here are impressive. They're 550 square feet with noteworthy features like jetted whirlpool bathtubs, sitting areas, and furnished private balconies or patios.

The Details:

• What’s Included: All meals and beverages, 24-hour room service, daily replenished minibar, and a breadth of outdoor activities
• Distance to Closest Airport: 28 miles
• Gratuities Included: Yes
• Rates: Start at $387

Hilton La Romana, an All-Inclusive Adult-Only Resort

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This all-inclusive adults-only resort in the La Romana region offers a pristine beach area, fun-filled activities (from non-motorized water sports to dance lessons), and 10 bars and restaurants.

At the aptly named Drift Away Spa, you can indulge in a massage, facial, or body wrap before or after enjoying the hydrotherapy pools. You can also try your luck at the casino, open nightly from 7 p.m. through 2 a.m.

Accommodations provide 24-hour room service and private balconies or terraces for al fresco lounging. For a more exclusive experience, you can book an Enclave room, which includes private check-in and check-out, exclusive lounge access, and private pool areas.

The Details:

• What’s Included: Gourmet dining (no reservations required), top-shelf spirits, in-room minibars, daytime and nighttime entertainment (including non-motorized water sports)
• Distance to Closest Airport: 28 miles
• Gratuities Included: Yes
• Rates: Start at $438

Live Aqua Punta Cana

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Lush flora flanks this contemporary, oceanfront, adults-only resort. Here, you can swim and lounge by the Instagram-worthy swimming pools, stroll the beach, and dine and drink in any of the 12 on-site bars and restaurants. Even the most standard accommodations are around 600 square feet and have private balconies and Jacuzzis.

Wellness enthusiasts can — and should — head straight to the Feel Harmony Spa, where services run the gamut. Think citrus-themed body treatments and aromatic candle massages. Additional activities and amenities include yoga, volleyball, and fitness and dance classes. Live music and themed programming make every night exciting.

The Details:

• What’s Included: All meals and beverages, daytime and nighttime activities (including fitness classes and themed parties), airport transfers (with stays of four nights or longer)
• Distance to Closest Airport: 25 miles
• Gratuities Included: Yes
• Rates: Start at $250

Breathless Punta Cana

Breathless Punta Cana's spectacular beachfront in Uvero Alto will … leave you breathless. But the scenery is just the icing on the cake. The luxury all-suite accommodations are outfitted in colorful tropical-inspired decor and have private balconies or terraces and en-suite hot tubs.

Head down to the beach, where you're likely to find a party, or the multi-level pool area, which has a swim-up bar and live entertainment like DJ performances and — you guessed it — even more parties.

If you're an active vacationer, you can take fitness and yoga classes; if you're a food and cocktail enthusiast, you can choose from 15-plus bars and restaurants — including those found at the neighboring Dreams Onyx Resort and Spa. If you simply want to relax, indulge in some well-deserved R&R at the spa.

The Details:

• What’s Included: Unlimited drinking and dining, 24-hour room service, daily refreshed minibar, daytime and nighttime entertainment (including beach and pool parties)
• Distance to Closest Airport: 25 miles
• Gratuities Included: Yes
• Rates: Start at $334

Royalton CHIC Punta Cana

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Groups, couples, and solo travelers all flock to the Royalton CHIC Punta Cana, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort & Casino, in search of fun, sun, 400 feet of sandy beach, and ample opportunities to let loose, day and night. In the afternoon, you can splash around during a foam pool party. In the evening, you can dance at themed events like white parties, neon parties, and live DJ performances.

Accommodations include stylish rooms and suites — some with swim-out access — and the sprawling CHIC Mansion, which is available for large groups. For a true VIP experience, upgrade to the Diamond Club to enjoy butler service, access to a private lounge, pool, and beach area, and premium drinks.

The Details:

• What’s Included: Unlimited dining (with the exception of one specialty restaurant), local and international liquors, 24-hour room service, weekly themed pool parties, nightly shows, daytime activities like non-motorized water sports and tennis
• Distance to Closest Airport: 25 miles
• Gratuities Included: No
• Rates: Start at $223

Meliá Punta Cana Beach Wellness Inclusive - Adults Only

Also available to book at Tripadvisor.com

This wellness-centric all-inclusive resort on beautiful Bávaro Beach is perfect for adults craving a relaxing and refreshing beach vacation. The YHI Spa brings the outdoors in with plenty of greenery, while the hydrotherapy circuit and extensive treatment menu are especially noteworthy. Beyond the spa, you can partake in local culture workshops, water sports, yoga classes, or meditation; otherwise, take it easy with a cocktail by the pool.

Natural light-filled rooms and suites are decorated in a color palette of whites, creams, and neutrals and offer private balconies or terraces overlooking the lush gardens or the ocean. The Level Guests enjoy access to exclusive resort areas (including a pool and lounge), a complimentary hydrotherapy ritual, and private check-in and check-out.

The Details:

• What’s Included: Drinking and dining, activities like non-motorized water sports, meditation, and yoga classes, nightly entertainment like live music performances
• Distance to Closest Airport: 10 miles
• Gratuities Included: Yes
• Rates: Start at $318