16 Best All-inclusive Resorts in Mexico

Hotel Xcaret Arte

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Perhaps one of the most memorable all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, Hotel Xcaret Arte will wow travelers on arrival, and the surprises don’t stop there. The 900-suite, adults-only resort is the sister property to Hotel Xcaret Mexico, the family-friendly version just next door. Hotel Xcaret Arte was a game-changer when it opened in 2021, with a jungle aesthetic designed to take visitors back to the earliest days of the Yucatan Peninsula. Think on-site rivers, thick jungle foliage, and even a cenote-inspired spa. The hotel is popular for honeymooners, though guests are permitted ages 16 and older, so it’s a wonderful option for families with older children. What sets this resort apart is its overwhelming inclusions, from the 10 restaurants to the eight on-site workshops, unlimited access to the Grupo Xcaret theme parks, and access to Xcaret Xailing, which ferries guests to Isla Mujeres for the day. Unsurprisingly, this resort was named on T+L's World's Best Awards list for 2023.

The Details:

• What’s included: WiFi, Grupo Xcaret theme parks, transfers to and from Cancun airport
• Who is going: Adults-only
• Location: Playa del Carmen
• Starting rate: $962 per night

Grand Velas Riviera Maya

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Grand Velas Riviera Maya is a Mexican Caribbean legend, sporting a stunning stretch of white sand beach and luxurious suites with amenities like jetted tubs and butler service. The resort is family-friendly, with plenty of services geared towards kids, including a baby concierge, but with adults-only sections, it's a resort that suits everyone. A 2023 World’s Best Awards winner, the resort is blessed with one of the best spas in the region. Guests come for the hydrotherapy circuit and stay for the lengthy list of holistic treatments. By day, guests lounge at the three pool complexes, and by night, they dine at the eight specialty restaurants—making it an all-inclusive paradise for foodies. The property is extensive, so shuttle service is offered to the many different corners of the resort. Riding from the furthest building takes about five minutes to the beach.

The Details:

• What’s included: WiFi, non-motorized water sports, Life Fitness Center and classes
• Who is going: Family-friendly. Kids Club ages 4 to 12. Teens Club ages 13 and older.
• Location: Riviera Maya
• Starting rate: $1247 per night

Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit

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If we compare all-inclusive resorts near Puerto Vallarta with the best beaches, the winner is Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit. Overlooking a long stretch of powdery soft sand, this all-inclusive resort does not compromise on location and views. A World's Best Awards-winner for the past three years, the resort features a three-tier infinity pool and luxury suites with ocean views and private balconies. A great family option, the resort has a comprehensive kids club, a teens club, and a baby concierge. Guests can dine at the seven restaurants or indulge in the 20-room SE Spa.

The Details:

• What’s included: Wi-fi, activities, nighttime entertainment, parking
• Who is going: Family-friendly. Kids Club ages 4 to 12. Teens Club ages 13 and older.
• Location: Nuevo Nayarit
• Starting rate: $913 per night

Grand Velas Los Cabos

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Grand Velas raised the bar on its brand with the debut of the Grand Velas Los Cabos. I visited in 2022, the same year it placed on the World’s Best Awards list, and was thoroughly impressed with what the resort offers guests. The experience begins with a complimentary glass of bubbles on an expansive terrace overlooking the pool and the Sea of Cortez. From there, I was whisked off to a Grand Class Corner Suite with its own plunge pool on the terrace. However, guests don't have to upgrade for the royal treatment. Starting rooms here are the Ambassador Suites, all Oceanview, and begin at 1,000 square feet. All rooms are entirely all-inclusive, meaning all food and top-shelf liquor is included — including Don Julio 70, a divine sipping tequila. If you make two reservations at this resort, let them be at Velas 10 for superior steak and Cocina de Autor, an eight-course tasting menu included in the all-inclusive rate.

The Details:

• What’s included: Wi-Fi, Cocina de Autor fine dining experience, parking, premium mini bar
• Who is going: Family-friendly. Kids Club ages 4 to 12. Teens Club ages 13 and older.
• Location: Los Cabos Corridor
• Starting rate: $1346 per night

Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Golf & Spa Resort

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Located on a stunning stretch of beach, tucked away from the energy of Cabo San Lucas, Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Golf and Spa Resort is a quiet, adults-only haven overlooking the Pacific. One of the best all-inclusive resorts in Los Cabos, Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Golf & Spa Resort placed on our World’s Best list in 2021 and 2023. Guests are treated to two beautiful pools, a lovely beach setup, a calming spa, several restaurants, and easy access to the Quivira Golf Club. For a little extra oomph, guests can book The Towers at Pacifica, a luxury resort within the resort. The two sleek towers feature 47 guest rooms and private terraces, including six suites with private plunge pools. All of The Towers suites come with enhanced amenities and 24-hour butler service. Other exclusive perks include a beachfront fine dining restaurant and a separate fitness center.

The Details:

• What’s included: Wi-Fi, four restaurants on-site plus restaurants at sister resorts, daily activities, butlers for suites
• Who is going: Adults-only
• Location: Cabo San Lucas
• Starting rate: $553 per night

Marquis Los Cabos

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Overlooking the rugged stretch of the Los Cabos Tourist Corridor, Marquis Los Cabos is a quiet, sophisticated adults-only resort that keeps stealing readers' hearts — it was a World's Best Awards winner in 2021 and 2023. Spacious rooms and private balconies woo travelers with views out to sea. Select suites boast private pools for even more seclusion. By day, guests can lounge by the oceanfront infinity pools or dip into the 13,000-square-foot Spa Marquis. In the evening, grab a cocktail and wait for the sky to paint itself in fiery colors as the sun starts to set. The resort's restaurants are included in the all-inclusive package, but guests can upgrade to a signature dining experience at Canto del Mar. The resort's executive chef designed this multi-course masterpiece and wine-pairing, fusing contemporary French cuisine with Los Cabos ingredients.

The Details:

• What’s included: Wi-fi, five restaurants, daily activities, night entertainment and theme nights
• Who is going: Adults-only
• Location: Los Cabos Corridor
• Starting rate: $734 per night

Atelier Playa Mujeres

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The adults-only Atelier Playa Mujeres is a stunner. Beckoned in with a boho-chic design, guests are rewarded with sweeping oceanfront views and a dizzying array of luxe amenities. The 593-room resort, a 2023 World's Best resort, has a brag-worthy 3,000-square-foot Inspira Suite. Even entry-level rooms begin at more than 700 square feet. Outside the rooms, guests can frolic between the 13 restaurants and 12 bars, splash around in the palatial 14,000-square-foot pool, unwind at the triplex spa, or enjoy a round of golf at the 18-hole golf course.

The Details:

• What’s included: Wi-fi, 20+ restaurants and bars, upscale minibar, all-day activities
• Who is going: Adults-only
• Location: Cancun
• Starting rate: $660 per night

Grand Velas Boutique Los Cabos

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If you love everything about Grand Velas Los Cabos but dream of an adults-only experience, then Grand Velas Boutique Los Cabos is a must for your bucket list. The newest addition to the Grand Velas family, this intimate 79-suite resort is adjacent to its older sister and caters exclusively to adults. The all-inclusive resort is the perfect complement to its sister, with a cozy-chic design and sparkling infinity pool overlooking the Pacific. Suites begin at more than 900 square feet, each with a private terrace and Jacuzzi. Select rooms have plunge pools and fire pits on their balconies. All rooms have bougie perks like Dyson hair dryers and shower heads infused with a Vitamin C elixir for extra skin and hair nourishment.

Travel + Leisure contributor Susmita Baral visited the resort in March 2024. She writes, "The shining star of the property is its oceanfront infinity pool. And for those who want a little more ocean action, there are even umbrellas and daybeds on the beach, where I hung out keeping my eyes peeled for signs of whales."

She notes that the all-inclusive includes an array of tasting experiences. The Agave tasting room has a curated selection of tequila and mezcal and plenty of tequila tastings. While the resort has three restaurants on the property, guests of the Boutique have access to all the restaurants and bars at Grand Velas Los Cabos.

The Details:

• What’s included: Wi-Fi, all restaurants at Grand Velas Los Cabos, Agave Tasting Room experiences, parking
• Who is going: Adults-only
• Location: Los Cabos Tourist Corridor
• Starting rate: $1240 per night

Hotel Xcaret Mexico

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It's always challenging to pick favorites, especially when it comes to Mexico's all-inclusive resorts. For families, I continuously land on Hotel Xcaret Mexico, the first Xcaret resort to open in the company's portfolio in 2017. The hotel's All-Fun Inclusive concept provides unlimited access and transportation to Grupo Xcaret parks, with trips to underground caves, zip lining, snorkeling, and other activities included. Meals and beverages at all on-site restaurants and bars are top-level, and guests can even take advantage of the included ferry service to Isla Mujeres. Designed with the same theme as its adults-only iteration, this jungle-shrouded mega resort truly offers something for everyone. It even has a section exclusively for adults with a private rooftop pool and bar area.

The Details:

• What’s included: Wi-fi, round-trip transportation from the airport, access to Grupo Xcaret parks, ferry service to Isla Mujeres with Xcaret Xailing
• Who is going: Family-friendly. Unlimited access to the eight theme parks, non-motorized aquatic activities, Kids Club
• Location: Playa del Carmen
• Starting rate: $900 per night

Mahekal Beach Resort

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Whenever someone asks me about the best all-inclusive resorts in Playa del Carmen, I point them to Mahekal Beach Resort. This special beachfront property is unique because it offers travelers the best of both worlds: a prime sun-bleached beach location and an address right in the heart of downtown Playa del Carmen. The luxe resort is designed like a dreamy castaway village, with palapa-topped bungalows, oasis-style pools, and open-air restaurants. A chic outdoor living room with oversized poufs creates a welcoming lounge space on the sand. Guests can book the all-inclusive package or a half-board set-up if they want to go out and explore the bars and restaurants of downtown Playa del Carmen.

The Details:

• What’s included: Wi-Fi, two restaurants, national beers, house brand wine and liquor, 10 percent off spa treatments, yoga classes, and bicycles
• Who is going: Family-friendly. Children's pool, ceramic painting classes, ping pong, pool tables
• Location: Playa del Carmen
• Starting rate: $459 per night

Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan Beach Resort

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Mazatlan is one of Mexico's underrated beach destinations. Far more popular with national tourists than U.S. tourists, this gorgeous historic city rewards visitors with stunning historic downtown and miles upon miles of golden sand beaches. Within a short reach of the famous Zona Dorada beach district, Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan Beach Resort has been a legendary property of the destination for decades. The broad, beautiful beach out front offers impressive views, while the resort's two free-form pools have hot tubs and a swim-up bar. Guests have several restaurants on-site, but they also have access to the restaurants at the sister property, Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay.

The Details:

• What’s included: Wi-Fi, onsite restaurants and restaurants at sister property, daily on-site activities, parking
• Who is going: Family-friendly
• Location: Mazatlan’s Zona Dorada
• Starting rate: $377 per night

Garza Blanca Los Cabos

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Garza Blanca has been turning heads on all of Mexico's coasts, from the original in Puerto Vallarta to its resort in Cancun and finally the one in Los Cabos. This family-friendly stunner features large luxury residences and one-bedroom suites that are perfect for couples. Guests can soak up the sun from eight pools, including an adults-only rooftop infinity pool. The all-inclusive package includes all meals, beverages, room service, and organized activities. One of the resort's most beloved spaces is the Spa Imagine, a sprawling sun-drenched space with a sparkling hydrotherapy circuit and soothing therapy suites.

The Details:

• What’s included: Wi-Fi, outdoor activities, parking, adults-only The Rooftop
• Who is going: Family-friendly. Kids Club ages 4-12.
• Location: Los Cabos Tourist Corridor
• Starting rate: $625 per night

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta

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Puerto Vallarta has a long list of all-inclusive resorts, but the best in town is undoubtedly Hotel Mousai. I like it so much I've visited it three times. The dual-tower hotel (with a third on the way) is just south of the Zona Romantica on a jungle-covered mountainside overlooking the Bay of Banderas. I love this resort for its funky, off-beat design that swings between Art Deco and the 80s. Think opulent chandeliers and neon. The two Mousai towers are the adults-only resort within the larger Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa. Each tower has its own sleek infinity pool, while all suites have their own private plunge pools on the terraces. Guests can dine at any of the six Hotel Mousai restaurants and the additional three at Garza Blanca.

The Details:

• What’s included: Wi-Fi, onsite restaurants plus facilities at its sister resort, two rooftop infinity pools, and plunge pools in every room.
• Who is going: Adults-only
• Location: Puerto Vallarta
• Starting rate: $630 per night

Casa de la Playa

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Grupo Xcaret's latest resort, Casa de La Playa, has also earned a spot on this list, and it is the company's most luxurious property to date. The intimate, adults-only resort has just 63 suites, each with jaw-dropping ocean views, 1,000 square feet of space, and private pools. Like its sibling properties, Casa de la Playa goes overboard on inclusions, like the all-inclusive park access and sailing to Isla Mujeres. But this resort goes a step further with tailor-made experiences, including everything from morning purification rituals to private adventure tours through underground caverns. Dining is excellent here, with restaurant concepts cooked up by celebrity chefs like Martha Ortiz, Virgilio Martinez, and the Rivera-Rio brothers.

The Details:

• What’s included: ​​Wi-Fi, access to all Xcaret parks and Xcaret Xailing, on-site chocolateria, rooftop skybox, exclusive experiences
• Who is going: Adults-only
• Location: Playa del Carmen
• Starting rate: $2,900 per night
  

UNICO 20°87° Hotel Riviera Maya

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A consistent favorite in the Riviera Maya since 2017, UNICO 20°87° Hotel Riviera Maya is a fabulous option for couples or friends looking for a relaxing and fun all-inclusive getaway. I was drawn to this resort for its enormous suites (and snazzy in-suite amenities like hoodie robes and balcony soaking tubs). Suites on the ground floor have swim-out access to the pools, which are the heart and soul of the social scene at the resort. You'll find activities, live entertainment, and a lively bar scene here. At night, guests can choose from specialty restaurants — Cueva Siete and Mura House are musts — then withdraw to Palmera Lounge, a Cuban-style bar throwing it back to Havana in the 1940s, with lively entertainment and sexy cocktails.

The Details:

• What’s included: Wi-Fi, five signature restaurants, live entertainment, yoga, Mixology Master Class
• Who is going: Adults-only
• Location: Riviera Maya
• Starting rate: $515 per night

Grand Fiesta Americana Los Cabos All Inclusive Golf and Spa

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A fun, activity-heavy vibe sets the tone for this all-inclusive beachfront resort. Think tequila and regional wine tastings, cooking classes, and time parties. Rates include these, plus the Fiesta Kids Club and a wide range of dining options. The resort has a luxe spa, as well as a golf course.

"It's impossible to forget the family trip I took with my husband and our two kids here," said T+L contributor Terry Ward. "We'd start every morning on our balcony with nature's cure, watching a parade of passing humpback whales spouting just offshore during their winter migratory journey along the coastline. The hotel's private beach is drop-dead gorgeous, too, and if you're here during the winter months, be sure to look up from your lounge chair to scout the water for breaching whales and their babies. It's pure magic."

The Details:

• What’s included: Wi-Fi, free airport transfer, dog-friendly
• Who is going: Family-friendly. Kids Club ages 4-12
• Location: Los Cabos Tourist Corridor
• Starting rate: $458 per night