All Inclusive Resort reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 345 Reddit reviews across 30 subreddits and 105 posts to rank the best All Inclusive Resort brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/AllInclusiveResorts, r/PuntaCana, r/cancun, r/askTO, r/raleigh. Top-rated brands include Secrets (4.6/5), Excellence (4.7/5), Riu (3.9/5).
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Reviews345
Subreddits30
Posts105
Brands73
Products35
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#1
Secrets
4.6
(35)
"I loved Secrets Maroma!"
"Secrets cap cannnaaa!!!!!! Just got back and oh my god it was amazing. The service and food is insane."
"Staying 3 days at Sanctuary and 3 days at Secrets Cap Cana, late July. Will be my first time not at Hyatt Zilara and I am thrilled."
"For adults only, we loved Secrets playa Blanca costa mujeres."
"Secrets Moxche in Playa del Carmen would be an awesome choice."
"Try for adults only all inclusive: any Excellence, Secrets, JOIA Iberostar, Sandals, Hyatt Zilara."
"Secrets Tides would be my go to."
"Excellence and Secrets are both very good choices."
"Any Secrets location."
"Secrets."
#2
Excellence
4.7
(23)
"Excellence Punta Cana was amazing"
"The resort grounds are beautiful, easy beach access with staff to bring you drinks and refreshments, nice pools, lazy river."
"My top two are Excellence Punta Cana and it was only topped by Iberostar Punta Cana."
"Try for adults only all inclusive: any Excellence, Secrets, JOIA Iberostar, Sandals, Hyatt Zilara."
"Heard good things!"
"Excellence and Secrets are both very good choices."
"Excellence Punta Cana was nothing short of incredible."
"We loved Excellence, have done a bunch (PC a few times), and liked them all!"
"Get a swimup room at one of the Excellence resorts in Mexico!"
"I went two years ago for a week and think about it daily."
#3
Riu
3.9
(24)
"We always stay at the RIU! They have massive nice all inclusives in all the key parts of Mexico."
"The biggest party hotel is Riu Republica. It’s spring break on steroids every day."
"Any Riu resort on the island"
"Huge resort , great restaurants and pool area with slides for kids."
"Was a lot of fun and adults only and very affordable."
"Are returning to the same place 10 months later."
"Check out Riu Latino, it's adults-only, budget-friendly, and has its own water park."
"Riu Macao! Food was great & I enjoyed the resort festivities"
"A cheaper alternative would be Riu Dunamar which has an onsite water park with slides for teens and adults."
"Riu Republica."
#4
Atelier
4.5
(14)
"Atelier was amazing. Highly recommended."
"Atelier in Playa Mujeres (adults only, and beyond fantastic)"
"Atelier and Secrets Mohe are among the best! Both of which are adults only."
"Definitely my favorite AI thus far."
"I’m at Atelier Playa Mujeres right now and even the restaurant outside by the pool has 5* food."
"Atelier Playa Mujeres - excellent food and drinks, definitely a step up from most AIs."
"Was an absolute dream!"
"Staying at Atelier Playa Mujeres in the fall (so haven’t actually been there yet), but chose it for all of those reasons!"
"Atelier! They have a dog menu on the room service menu - it’s really cute"
"Wondering if the Atelier property in Playa Mujeres would work for you."
#5
Finest
4.8
(11)
"We loved Finest as well, hands down the best service we have ever received at a resort."
"We had SO much fun at Finest with our 2 year old! Dreaming of going back before we had even left"
"Finest Punta Cana was amazing! All families! Entertainment at night but never loud where our room was"
"Finest Playa Mujeres recommended a ton."
"We loved Finest Playas Mujeres for our 3.75 year old."
"Highly recommend checking out Costco travel deals."
"Amazing for families!"
"Finest Punta Cana is fantastic for that age."
"We just got back a week ago and stayed at finest playa mujeres."
"It’s brand new had a good buffet and is within your price range for Feb 2024."
#6
Sandals
4.4
(12)
"Is an excellent choice for you."
"I recommend Sandals. Get a car rental as well though to drive to the beaches."
"Sandals Royal curaçao is a great honeymoon option."
"Sandals is the best AI."
"Try for adults only all inclusive: any Excellence, Secrets, JOIA Iberostar, Sandals, Hyatt Zilara."
"It was fantastic."
"A couple of the Sandals resorts would hit a lot of your bullet points."
"Sandals @ Curaçao but day trip to the pay to enter beaches."
"I loved Sandals Curacao, I stayed in a swimup suite there."
"Sandals. It’s not cheap, but you wanted 'best'."
#7
Dreams
4.7
(10)
"Dreams Onyx. So much fun!"
"Wife and I went to Dreams Onyx (Hyatt) all inclusive last Aug w two kids 3 & 10. We loved it. The staff is so gracious and welcoming."
"Consider Dreams Playa Mujeres or Moon Palace The Grand"
"I’d look at Dreams Playa Mujeres, Paradisus Playa Del Carmen, or Club Med."
"My recommendations would be Dreams Playa Mujeres."
"It has a small water park + swim up rooms."
"They’ve got a water park with killer water slides."
"We are doing a Dreams resort in Cancun next year."
"We are here now at Dreams Macao and it's also been a wonderful experience."
"I stayed at dreams Natura, 10 min away from Cancun airport."
#8
Royalton
4.1
(11)
"I second Royalton Chic Cancun."
"Royalton Chic if you want a real"
"Royalton Chic Cancun and Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres fit this bill."
"I went to "Chic" in 2019 and I really enjoyed it."
"Royalton Chic Punta Cana"
"I'd consider Breathless Cancun Soul + Royalton Chic."
"Heard it was a good party vibe there."
"I just got back from royalton chic, it's adults only and had a large younger crowd."
"I usually recommend my clients the Royalton Bavaro."
"Would be my choices for kids that age."
#9
Breathless
4.3
(10)
"I would recommend Breathless"
"Breathless would be the best singles option."
"One of the Breathless resorts."
"Breathless!!! Full access to Dreams Onyx next door too."
"Group of 12 of us went to breathless we enjoyed it could be a party resort or a relaxation rsort best of both worlds and the food was great"
"I'd consider Breathless Cancun Soul + Royalton Chic."
"I’d consider looking at Breathless, Royalton Chic or Live Aqua."
"Breathless was a very good bet."
"Breathless."
"Breathless especially has a big party vibe."
#10
Couples
4.8
(9)
"We stayed at Couples San Souci and really enjoyed it. It has beautiful grounds."
"I love love couples swept away in Negril."
"Couples hands down."
"Just got home from 5 days on the adults only side. The beach is amazing!"
"Agreed Couples Swept away - my heart sings for that places."
"Couples are our favorite."
"We love Couples Swept Away in Negril."
"Chill vibe, awesome staff, and for most part a lot of nice people we’ve met over the years. Food and beverages also great"
"It's smaller, but it's all inclusive and includes scuba diving."
#11
Le Blanc
4.7
(9)
"Leblanc Cancun."
"Leblanc Cabo. Here now. Food and service are amazing."
"Le blanc cancun!"
"Le Blanc is very good."
"LeBlanc Cancun is awesome."
"Le Blanc in Los Cabos is a my favorite adults only, all inclusive."
"Great food and and drinks(the best churros!), butler service. Beautiful grounds, and and hydrotherapy included."
"If beach is your thing, def consider Le blanc cancun!"
"Le Blanc Spa Resort is right at budget for a week mid May."
#12
Hotel Xcaret
4.9
(8)
"The property is massive. Hidden trails, hidden waterslides. Little outcoves with hammocks all over. Truly and amazing achievement."
"Check out Hotel Xcaret"
"Phenomenal. I’ve stayed at the Xcaret Arte side (adults only) 2x in the last 2 years, but the family-friendly side is also extremely excellent."
"Hotel Xcaret in Cancun. The resort is great."
"Amazing property, authentic food, xenotes on property to swim in."
"Best resort in Mexico per Leisure + Travel."
"The food is EXCELLENT."
"You should try Hotel Xcaret if you like activities."
#13
Xcaret
4.9
(8)
"Xcaret Arte. It will ruin every other resort for you the rest of your lives. Worth it."
"Xcaret Arte is the only place I will ever go back to in Cancun."
"Xcaret is pricey but if you can afford it, THIS is the place."
"Xcaret arte. Nicest all inclusive best food and drinks."
"Cancun, xcaret resort was amazing."
"All of their parks are included at no charge."
"Xcaret has always been awesome with all the included parks."
"The next tier would be Xcaret Arte."
#14
Live Aqua
4.5
(8)
"I second Live Aqua"
"I've stayed there twice--once as a solo vacationer, it's a great adults-only resort but very compact on a beautiful beach in Cancun's Hotel Zone."
"Live Aqua."
"We had an absolutely beautiful stay at Live Aqua in January."
"Live Aqua if you want really good food."
"Live aqua"
"I’d consider looking at Breathless, Royalton Chic or Live Aqua."
"Check into Live Aqua or Breathless."
#15
Hyatt Zilara
4.7
(7)
"I loveeddddd Hyatt Zilara😍"
"I would recommend Hyatt Zilara"
"Try for adults only all inclusive: any Excellence, Secrets, JOIA Iberostar, Sandals, Hyatt Zilara."
"Top five:
96.5 Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana"
"We loved Hyatt zilara adults only."
"Check out Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall in Jamaica."
"Nice experience. Hyatt Ziva family side is adjacent."
#16
Hyatt
4.7
(6)
"Try the Hyatt Ziva in Cancun. Amazing hotel with great food."
"Check out Hyatt Ziva in DR! The resort is amazing, beach is beautiful, delicious food, and they have family friendly activities."
"Amazing resort and the water park is even better!"
"After Hyatt Ziva will make everyone happy!!! , this resort is always favorite across clients."
"Hyatt Ziva. Not a party resort. All families."
"This is a family-friendly resort. It has 8 bars/lounges including a poolside bar."
#17
Moon Palace
4.5
(6)
"I would recommend Moon Palace"
"Best resort experience of my life"
"Is great for families."
"My personal favorite is Moon Palace Cancun its a great place, affordable but beautiful. Beach is kind of meh but the food was incredible."
"Have you considered Moon Palace?"
"There are a lot of people and activities, it has multiple bars and a nightclub."
#18
Secrets Cap Cana
5.0
(5)
"The thing I loved about Secrets Cap Cana was that we could get the cheapest room category and still have an excellent time."
"Def secrets cap cana."
"Secrets cap Cana. Great beach and close to airport."
"Secrets Cap Cana is great!!"
"Secrets Cap Cana was lovely but I think it may price out above your budget."
#19
Bahia Principe
4.6
(5)
"I have only been to bahia principe aquamarine. It was fantastic!"
"Just got back from bahia Principe aquamarine and it was amazing. The food is bomb, private beach and the staff are so friendly."
"We love Bahia Principe!"
"This is a solid pick if you’re looking for a mix of relaxation and fun."
"Bahia príncipe Sian Ka’an adults only."
#20
Iberostar
4.4
(5)
"Try for adults only all inclusive: any Excellence, Secrets, JOIA Iberostar, Sandals, Hyatt Zilara."
"Hands down 👏 we just came back 2 weeks ago."
"Look at iberostar selection bavaro. we went last year with our 6 and 4 year old. we thought it was really good."
"I really liked Iberostar Selection Bavaro! We stayed at Coral Level but shared same property."
"Have a look at these."
#21
Paradisus
5.0
(4)
"Paradisus is amazing for families."
"They are all suites, with a separate living room and bedroom, so perfect for adulting once babe is asleep."
"It does a good job cantering to adults and families."
"The adults' only section is fantastic and amazing."
#22
Garza Blanca
5.0
(4)
"It was fantastic. Great pools, weather and the service was exceptional."
"At Hotel Mousai now. It’s awesome."
"Ditto Garza Blanca - Hotel Mousai"
"Garza Blanca is my recommendation."
#23
RIU Republica
4.3
(4)
"I would say this is exactly what your looking for."
"RIU Republica."
"I agree that rui Republica is a good choice."
"Riu republica for its price is pretty good, can’t complain but it also depends what you’re looking for because it’s not for everyone."
#24
Grand Velas
5.0
(3)
"Grand velas."
#25
Xcaret Arte
5.0
(3)
"Xcaret Arte is the best."
"We enjoyed TRS Yucatan."
"Xcaret Arte would be fun!"
#26
Atelier Playa Mujeres
5.0
(3)
"If clients are looking for good food my go to is always Atelier in Playa Mujeres."
"We did Atelier Playa Mujeres and it was premium."
"Atelier playa mujeres."
#27
Grand Moon Palace
4.7
(3)
"We have young kids as well and we love Grand Moon Palace. Been there 3 times."
"Great food!"
"Is a great option for this age bracket."
#28
RIU Cancun
4.7
(3)
"We had a blast during our 5 day trip. Food was great too!"
"For best value for the party scene, RIUs all the way."
"Riu cancun! Trust me u wont regret."
#29
Costco
4.3
(3)
"If you have a Costco membership, you should definitely look into Costco Travels."
"If you have Costco membership then they have good deals on All Inclusive trips."
"Costco has good options /savings if you are a member."
#30
Hyatt Ziva
4.3
(3)
"Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana."
"Hyatt Ziva in Cancun was wonderful!"
"I like Hyatt ziva (zilara for adults only). Cancun, punta Cana(DR) or Jamaica have them."
#31
Melia
4.3
(3)
"All inclusive wellness … massages every day!"
"We did Melia in 2023 with my daughter (who was 11 at the time). She was a bit too big for the kids area, but they had enough stuff going on around the main pool and the play area on the beach that she was never bored."
"Melia"
#32
Royal Hideaway
4.3
(3)
"Was amazing. The food was the best I've had."
"Went to royal hideaway - Cancun area - last year, direct from RDU."
"Went to royal hideaway - Cancun area - last year, direct from RDU. Quieter, not a party resort"
#33
Planet Hollywood
4.3
(3)
"That resort has a trampoline room, arcade room, mini-golf, FlowRider, lazy river, movie theater, sports courts, lots of pools, non-motorized water equipment, lots to do."
"Try Planet Hollywood. We went there."
"You could check out Planet Hollywood Cancun."
#34
Lopesan
4.3
(3)
"Good food, beautiful resort."
"Great beaches and pools, ok drinks."
"Lopesan has a very cool lounge and night life compared to the other resorts."
#35
Secrets Akumal
4.3
(3)
"Secrets Akumal is a gorgeous resort with very nice grounds as well as a great snorkelable beach."
"Look at Secrets Akumal, or any of the Excellence properties."
"We are going to book Secrets Akumal."
#36
Marriott
3.3
(3)
"Marriott"
"If you want AI on a budget and a good experience, the Marriott is the way to go."
"Marriott + all inclusive + adults only is not a good mix for the most part."
#37
Iberostar Grand Bavaro
5.0
(2)
"Iberostar Grand Bavaro. Fantastic setting, service, entertainment at night."
"Fantastic setting, service, entertainment at night."
#38
LeBlanc
5.0
(2)
"Another vote for LeBlanc Cancun"
"Incredible rooftop pool.. still think about that tuna burger."
#39
Valentin
5.0
(2)
"Look at Valentin Imperial Riveria Maya. No children. Great food."
"Valentin imperial Riviera maya."
#40
Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana
5.0
(2)
"For a sleek, stress-free first-timers’ pick in Punta Cana, Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana (adults-only) is solid."
"I had another Redditor do Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana for his proposal."
#41
Excellence Playa Mujeres
5.0
(2)
"Excellence Playa Mujeres is what you’re looking for."
"If you can afford Excellence Playa Mujeres, go for it."
#42
Iberostar Grand Paraiso
5.0
(2)
"Iberostar Grand Paraiso or Atelier."
"Iberostar Grand Paraiso 100%. It is adults only but very calm."
#43
Zilara
5.0
(2)
"Zilara is twice as good imo."
"Zilara cap cana."
#44
The Brando
5.0
(2)
"Another shout out for The Brando."
"Had a wonderful time."
#45
Grand Palladium
2.5
(4)
"Food is great, rooms are amazing .. mini reef to snorkel on the beach...."
"It was reasonably priced, quiet resort."
"Please make sure you only stay at Grand Palladium resorts in Mexico ONLY! The rest are absolute shit holes!"
"I’m here now and can’t wait to get back home."
#46
CHIC
4.5
(2)
"Food was amazing daily night life, and daytime activities."
"Chic in Punta Cana (adults-only AI geared more towards upscale partying."
#47
Sandos
4.5
(2)
"Was awesome. Best beach I’ve seen on an all inclusive resort."
"Has a big water park, kids club."
#48
Divi
4.5
(2)
"Divi all inclusive. Have been 4 times and going for #5 in 2026."
"Divi all inclusive. From the room to the beach is less than a 5 minute walk."
#49
La Casa de la Playa
4.5
(2)
"Is probably the best in Mexico."
"Rooms start around $3k per night so definitely within your budget."
#50
Catalonia
4.5
(2)
"My husband proposed on the beach at Catalonia Royal Tulum, so I'm a little partial to that one :)"
"Catalonia Royal Tulum. Half jungle half beach. One of the nicest beaches."
#51
Curacao Marriott Beach Resort
4.5
(2)
"Literally just got back from the Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort 2 days ago and had an awesome time."
"With average user ratings 88.0 Curacao Marriott Beach Resort"
#52
Royalton Chic
4.5
(2)
"Royalton Chic has 4 bedroom suites (plus sofa bed) and is adults only."
"I’d consider looking at Breathless, Royalton Chic or Live Aqua."
#53
Hotel Xcaret Arte
4.5
(2)
"Hotel Xcaret Arte. Adults only 5 diamond."
"The only one I know of that offers that is Hotel Xcaret Arte."
#54
Hilton La Romana
4.5
(2)
"Hilton La Romana it’s a great option in my opinion."
"Hilton LaRomana. Kids waterpark calmer Caribbean Sea."
#55
Hard Rock
4.5
(2)
"Hard rock hotel is awesome!"
"I'd prob lean towards Hardrock since it's in the hotel zone and more upscale compared to RIU."
#56
Aruba
4.5
(2)
"I highly recommend Aruba."
"Aruba is quite flat, with long stretches of powder white sand beaches."
#57
Finest Playa Mujeres
4.5
(2)
"Finest Playa Mujeres."
"We loved Finest Playa Mujeres when our kids were younger."
#58
Valentin Imperial
4.5
(2)
"I’ve also been to Valentin Imperial and had an amazing time!"
"If looking for adults only, I like Valentin Imperial, Atelier, Xcaret Arte."
#59
Grand Fiesta Americana
4.5
(2)
"We just stayed at Grand Fiesta Americana and loved it! Great service, overall really good food."
"Grand Fiesta Americana has been pretty good in both Cancun and Cabo."
#60
Tamarijn
4.5
(2)
"Just got home from Tamarijn. Ahhhmazing."
"Tamarijin and Divi are all inclusive (family) resorts."
#61
Beaches
4.0
(2)
"The Sandals version of family friendly."
"Not a direct flight, but can't beat the resort."
#62
Hilton
4.0
(2)
"I liked the Hilton la Romana"
"If you are interested in a nice place for everyone look into Hilton LaRomana."
#63
Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres
4.0
(2)
"Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres would be another choice for families with young children."
"Family selection at grand palladium costa mujeres."
#64
Temptation
4.0
(2)
"Temptation is definitely for couples."
"Temptation is great, I'm single and go there often."
#65
Ocean Pointe
4.0
(1)
"Ocean Pointe is awesome."
#66
Hermitage Bay, Jumby Bay, Jade Mountain, Sugar Beach, Pine Cay
4.0
(1)
"Hermitage Bay, Jumby Bay, Jade Mountain, Sugar Beach, Pine Cay (some of these are not exclusively all inclusive)"
#67
Azul
4.0
(1)
"At Jamaica saw Azul and seems nice too, Jamaica may be an option for us."
#68
Mayan Princess
4.0
(1)
"Mayan Princess in Roatan."
#69
TRS Coral
4.0
(1)
"It's the adults only side of the paladium complex and it was incredible. We upgraded to a swim up suite, worth every penny."
#70
Bavaro Princess
4.0
(1)
"We really like Bavaro Princess Family Club"
#71
Grand Lido
3.0
(1)
"Good food. Nice rooms. Closed years ago. Sadly."
#72
Riu Palace
3.0
(1)
"Riu Palace Tropical Bay. Another option if you still prefer Mexico and that is if you can find flights there, would be Iberostar Waves Cozumel."
#73
Sunscape
1.0
(2)
"Avoid Sunscape brand we were just at one. Its budget but you get what you pay for. It was terrible."
"Avoid Sunscape brand just returned from one and it was disappointing to say the least."
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