The Best All-inclusive Resorts for Families

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Grand Velas Riviera Maya is a luxurious, beachfront property with activities to please all ages. Renowned for its culinary excellence and featuring Michelin-starred restaurant Cocina de Autor, this property was included on our 2021 World’s Best Awards list.

Located on over 200 acres of protected mangroves, jungle, and natural freshwater wells (locally known as cenotes), Grand Velas Riviera Maya boasts over 1,000 feet of pristine white sand beach. Velas signature experiences allow guests to tap into local Mexican culture. We highly recommend the SE Spa’s famous Water Ceremony, an hour-long relaxation ritual built around the use of seven specially-designed water-based facilities and including a personal spa valet. New parents will love the Baby Concierge service, which provides cribs, baby bathtubs, bottle sterilizers, and even organic baby meals.

The Details:

• Location: Mexico
• What’s Included: Gourmet meals, premium beverages, 24-hour in-suite dining, concierge services, parking, fitness center access, kids’ and teens’ clubs, taxes, gratuities, and daily activities. Some unique experiences, such as off-property excursions (private yacht tours, cultural tours, etc.) and select specialty dining experiences outside of the restaurants and suite service (like private beachfront dinners) may come at an additional cost.
• Accessibility: The resort is designed to accommodate all guests, including those with accessibility needs.
• Parking: Parking is included.
• Pet Policy: No pets are allowed.
• Loyalty Programs: Velas offers the Velas Ambassador Club, which provides exclusive perks and benefits for travel advisors.
• Starting Rates: $641 per person, per night based on double occupancy

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Hotel Xcaret Mexico takes advantage of its Yucatan landscape. The property feels serene, filled with lagoons and flowing water, which helped land this resort a spot on our World’s Best Awards list in 2021 and 2023. Wellness lovers can enjoy three gyms, paddle and tennis courts, open-space functional training circuits, yoga lessons, meditation sessions, and non-motorized aquatic activities like paddle boarding and kayaking. Try an upgrade to a jump-off river suite and access the water right from your room.

The Details: 

• Location: Mexico
• What’s Included: “All Fun Inclusive” includes ground transportation to and from the Cancun airport; all food and beverage; and entrance fees to Grupo Xcaret Parks.
• Accessibility: The resort is designed to accommodate all guests, including those with accessibility needs.
• Parking: Free parking
• Pet Policy: Pet friendly
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Starting Rates: starting at $995

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It’s not easy to find an all-inclusive resort that feels like a boutique getaway, but for those travelers who don’t want to spend their vacation in a massive resort far from town, Mahekal Beach Resort is the perfect fit, and was included in our World’s Best Awards list in 2021, 2022, and 2023. Less than a mile from Playa del Carmen, Mahekal has a beach with gentle waves and offers yoga, snorkeling, and three restaurants on property. Pets are welcome.

The Details: 

• Location: Mexico
• What’s Included: Guests can choose a room-only rate, one that includes breakfast and dinner, and the fully all-inclusive option at the three on-site restaurants. A terrace, shopping on-site, and a coffee shop/cafe are available to all guests.
• Accessibility: The resort is designed to accommodate all guests, including those with accessibility needs.
• Parking: No parking available.
• Pet Policy: Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of one pet total and maximum weight of 20 pounds per pet. There’s a charge of $30.25 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
• Loyalty Programs: None.
• Starting Rates: $641 per person, per night, based on double occupancy

Calling all cowboys and cowgirls! C Lazy U Ranch is a celebrated, historic dude ranch, and a winner of our World’s Best Awards in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. Most dude ranches close for the winter, but C Lazy U is open all year round. Located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, this ranch caters to families with activities to appeal to teens and younger kids alike. Cabins feature rustic decor, including intricate stonework, exposed wooden beams, and plush furniture. Guests in many private cabins can cozy up around their own fireplace or relax in a bubbling jetted tub after a long day of outdoor fun.

The Details: 

• Location: Colorado
• What’s Included: The Ranch’s all-inclusive fee includes cabin accommodations, daily gourmet dining, programming for children and teens, and recreational activities. Alcohol and spa treatments are additional costs.
• Accessibility: Two accessible cabins with entrance ramps and roll-in showers with support bars, a wheel-chair lift in the Main Lodge to access the dining room and golf carts for getting around.
• Parking: Parking is available on the ranch and included in the all-inclusive fee.
• Pet Policy: Pets are not permitted on property.
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Starting Rates: starting at $886 per person, per night

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Historic, sumptuous Mohonk Mountain House, which has been owned and operated by the Smiley Family since 1869, is a winner of our World’s Best Awards for 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. Junior Naturalist programs are complementary, so parents can explore the mountains or visit the award-winning spa on their own. Alternatively, parents can also choose to take part in many of the activities with their little ones and teens.

Mohonk maintains over 85 miles of trails for hiking, biking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing, and offers exquisite gardens, a nine-hole golf course, tennis courts, an ice-skating pavilion, horseback riding and horse-drawn carriage rides, and a jaw-droppingly beautiful, glacier-formed lake that is ideal for boating, fishing, and swimming.

The Details: 

• Location: New York
• What’s Included: Overnight rates at Mohonk Mountain House include historic accommodations, three meals, afternoon tea and cookies, and most resort activities. 
• Accessibility: Mohonk Mountain House is committed to creating an inclusive experience for all guests regardless of abilities and disabilities.
• Parking: Free valet service is included.
• Pet Policy: Service animals that meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act are always welcome on resort property. However, pets are not permitted at Mohonk Mountain House.
• Loyalty Programs: None.
• Starting Rates: starting at $1,245 for two adults, double occupancy.

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The Ranch at Rock Creek, winner of our World’s Best Awards for 2021 and 2023, is situated on 6,600 acres of rugged Montana wilderness on the outskirts of the historic mining town of Philipsburg. The Ranch offers an array of bucolic, elegant accommodations, including luxury suites in The Granite Lodge, authentic log cabins, and historic barn accommodations. Additionally, several luxury canvas cabins are situated along Rock Creek, providing the ultimate glamping experience.

The property features a 2,000-square-foot spa and a 5,300-square-foot event barn. An array of year-round outdoor activities are on offer, including fly fishing, horseback riding, sporting clay shooting, sapphire mining, hiking, biking, archery and more. Come winter, guests can enjoy on-property snowshoeing, cross country skiing, horse-drawn sleigh rides, ice skating, sledding, and trips to Discovery Ski Area, a quaint alpine ski destination.

The Details: 

• Location: Montana
• What’s Included: The all-inclusive price at the Ranch at Rock Creek includes accommodations, year-round activities, food and beverage (wine, spirits, beer), and equipment. 
• Accessibility: The resort is designed to accommodate all guests, including those with accessibility needs.
• Parking: No charge for parking and round-trip complimentary airport transportation included.
• Pet Policy: Pet Friendly
• Loyalty Programs: AMX Platinum Fine Hotels & Resorts program
• Starting Rates: starting at $2,100 during low season for double-occupancy lodge rooms.

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Royalton Negril has a “one love” vibe, infused with Jamaica’s vibrant culture to offer a getaway that will stir the soul and raise the spirits. There’s even a “Vibe Team” to keep the fun going. Families will delight in sparkling pools, breathtaking beaches, mouthwatering gourmet meals, and superior, friendly service. The resort features 407 suites, a splash park for children, nine restaurants, seven bars, and highly-rated exercise classes, including aqua aerobics and boot camp. It also landed on our World’s Best Awards list in 2022.

The Details: 

• Location: Jamaica
• What’s Included: Unlimited reservation-free dining; international and local liquors; Royalton Fit: a modern fitness center with instructor-led classes; daily entertainment and nightly shows; water sports; supervised programming for children and teens; splash park for children.
• Accessibility: The resort is designed to accommodate all guests, including those with accessibility needs.
• Parking: Complimentary on-site parking.
• Pet Policy: Pets are not permitted.
• Loyalty Programs: Marriott Bonvoy Rewards
• Starting Rates: starting at $390

Tucked away on a rocky promontory on Antigua’s south side, Curtain Bluff landed on our World’s Best Awards list in 2022 and 2023. This legendary property has 20 acres of gardens. Oceanfront accommodations are furnished with wicker in the classic style, and guests can enjoy live music at the Tamarind Restaurant nightly.

The resort offers two private beaches — one for swimming, the other for water sports. Flanked on both sides by the stunning Caribbean sea, Curtain Bluff is a tranquil and enchanting island paradise that retains guests who return every year.

The Details:

• Location: Antigua, West Indies
• What’s Included: All food, beverage, and property activities (beach amenities, snorkeling, wakeboarding, tubing, kayaking, paddle boating, Hobie Cat sailing, basketball, pickleball, squash). 
• Accessibility: Ground-floor deluxe rooms and junior suites cater to guests with walking/mobility restrictions.
• Parking: Nearly all guests arrive straight from the airport in Curtain Bluff’s private taxis.
• Pet Policy: Pets are not allowed.
• Loyalty Programs: None.
• Starting Rates: starting at $1,200

Set on a secluded 300-acre private island just 2 miles north of Antigua, Jumby Bay offers a luxurious stay with 40 suites and 36 villas and private residences, each with private entrances and spacious indoor-outdoor living. Jumby Bay earned accolades in our World’s Best Awards in 2021, 2022, and 2023.

The island boasts two pristine white sand beaches — Jumby Bay and Pasture Beach — along with three swimming pools and a renowned Hawksbill Turtle Research Program (from June to November). Sailing enthusiasts can embark on adventures with Jumby Bay’s Sailing Academy, featuring RYA-certified instructors and a fleet of 12 sailboats.

The Details: 

• Location: Antigua, West Indies
• What’s Included: Jumby Bay Island’s Rooms, Suites, and Villas offer an all-inclusive experience for dining and drinking and a wide range of land and ocean leisure activities. Guests can enjoy nature walks, bicycling, tennis, watersports, sailing, snorkeling, kayaking and more. Those traveling with little ones will also have inclusive access to the Jumby Explorers program, which caters to younger guests and provides a fun and enriching way to explore the island.
• Accessibility: The resort features a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking lot.
• Parking: No parking available as the island is accessible only by private resort catamaran.
• Pet Policy: Jumby Bay Island welcomes both dogs and cats.
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Location: Antigua, West Indies
• Starting Rates: starting at $2,750 per night

From the private Cessna journey to this stunning property, to the vintage Landcruisers on-site, to the warmest staff members I have ever encountered at a resort, Hacienda AltaGracia is an experience unlike any other. Set in the midst of the Talamanca mountains between San Jose and Manuel Antonio, the resort is filled with authentic connections to place.

Meals on property are sophisticated and elegant, and the spa, The Well at AltaGracia, is phenomenally beautiful. There is a pool and kids’ pool, as well as hiking trails across the 180-acre property. There is also a high canopy tree net where guests can climb up one of the tallest trees in the forest (100 feet!) and relax in a tree hammock that offers incredible views of the adjacent rainforest and amazing birdwatching.

Every element of the resort is thoughtfully infused with the region’s traditions, from coffee plantation tours and butterfly garden visits to waterfall adventures, equine healing, and horseback riding.

The Details: 

• Location: Costa Rica
• What’s Included: All bookings include meals and non-alcoholic beverages; daily adventure and wellness programming; shared charter flights to and from SJO for two persons; and a personal “Compa”, a dedicated experience designer who will plan the perfect mix of experiences for wellness, dining, adventure and exploration. Specific excursions and special meals may cost extra. 
• Accessibility: Hacienda AltaGracia strives to meet the needs of its guests with disabilities and much of the resort is accessible. Please find more information here. 
• Parking: Valet only
• Pet Policy: Pets are allowed, with some weight and breed limits, and there is no pet fee. 
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Starting Rates: starting at $1,550

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Windjammer Landing Resort & Residences is an idyllic Caribbean retreat for families. Nestled on 65 acres of lush hillside on St. Lucia’s northwestern coast, this Mediterranean-style resort features luxury villas with ocean views and private plunge pools.

The Ocean Point Residences, Windjammer’s newest luxury villas, offer up to three rooms, new furnishings, spacious bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, private terraces, and infinity or rooftop pools, providing a chic home away from home in the island sun. The all-inclusive resort has recently expanded to seven restaurants and six bars including family-friendly venues such as Papa Don’s and Masala, to more romantic date night venues including Upper Deck and The Perch.

The Details: 

• Location: St. Lucia
• What’s Included: The luxury hillside resort offers travel styles fit for all preferences with the option to book a Bed & Breakfast Package to dine a la carte for lunch, dinner and beverages, or a Premium All-Inclusive Package. Additionally, couples can book a Premium All-Inclusive Ultimate Romance Package. 
• Accessibility: Please note that due to the natural landscape of the resort, Windjammer Landing is not wheelchair friendly and may require visitors to walk on uneven terrain or use stairs to move about the property.
• Parking: Windjammer Landing Resort and Residences in St. Lucia offers free public parking on-site, and private villas have parking in their driveways. Reservations are not required for parking. Windjammer Landing also offers a concierge team that can arrange car rentals.
• Pet Policy: Windjammer welcomes dogs weighing up to 50 pounds, but a pet fee of $100 per day applies, which includes comprehensive deep-cleaning services, a plush dog bed, water bowls, and gourmet dog treats.
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Starting Rates: Windjammer offers rooms starting at $354 per night with villas starting at $577

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Copal Tree Lodge is a luxury eco-lodge and 3,000-acre sustainable farm surrounded by 16,000 acres of rainforest preserve. Guests can expect an extraordinary getaway that celebrates sustainable cuisine, adventure travel, kayaking, exotic exploration, and world-class fly fishing.

Families can participate in hands-on learning about the production of coffee, chocolate, and indigenous produce at the on-site Farm Center. The Lodge’s farm proudly supplies the majority of the food served at the Garden Table Restaurant. Don’t forget to leave extra space in your suitcase for Muy’Ono’s Pack for a Purpose initiative. Through this philanthropic program, Muy’Ono encourages its guests to bring items that will go directly to the Punta Gorda Hospital Children’s Ward. 

The Details: 

• Location: Belize
• What’s Included: Copal Tree Lodge’s all-inclusive Farm-to-Table Package includes a welcome drink, three meals per day, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, round-trip road transfer from Punta Gorda airstrip, and exclusive use of the gym, kayaks, mountain bikes, and hiking trails. 
• Accessibility: This is a multi-level property with a fair amount of stairs so guests should consider that when planning their trip.
• Parking: Free parking available on property.
• Pet Policy: No pets allowed.
• Loyalty Programs: None.
• Starting Rates: starting at $330 per night

Have you ever wondered if you could bring your kids on a Kenyan safari and have a private safari home all to yourself? At Basecamp Mara Houses, the answer is yes. This collection of three stand-alone bush homes allows families to bring their kids (and grandparents) on safari for a fully-inclusive experience.

Located in Mara North Conservancy, a private conservancy in the Masai Mara region of Kenya, this resort offers low volume game viewing – you’ll have the bush all to yourself. Guests mention seeing lions, cheetahs, leopards, crocodiles, hippos, gazelles, topis, warthogs, and many newborns.

The Details: 

• Location: Kenya
• What’s Included: Game drives, accommodation, food and beverages.
• Accessibility: Basecamp Mara Houses strive to meet the needs of its guests with disabilities and much of the safari experience is accessible.
• Parking: Guests can drive to the Masai Mara region via road from Nairobi. Transportation is in comfortable minivan vehicles on tarmac roads and then transfer to a safari vehicle for entrance into Mara North Conservancy, where the safari houses are located. Alternatively, guests can do a fly-in option on a game package by opting for a safari bush flight out of Wilson Airport in Nairobi, which can be booked with Saruni Basecamp alongside the safari.  
• Pet Policy: Pets are not allowed on safari.
• Loyalty Programs: None.
• Starting Rates: starting at $1,236 per night for up to six people during Green Season

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Greenhorn Ranch is a premier guest ranch in Northern California’s Lost Sierra. Established in 1962, Greenhorn Ranch provides refined comforts and relaxed adventures in a spectacular natural setting. The Ranch prides itself on offering both traditional ranch pleasures – such as horseback trail rides guided by experienced wranglers, riding lessons, fishing, and fishing instruction – and a variety of contemporary indulgences.

With 600 acres and access to over 500,000 acres of public lands for riding and exploring, Greenhorn Ranch allows guests to unwind and create lifelong memories at one of the finest dude ranches in California.

The Details: 

• Location: California
• What’s Included: Accommodations, meals at the on-property restaurant, The Chuckhouse, access to Greenhorn Ranch’s facilities, forest hiking at your leisure and evening entertainment (line dancing, karaoke, paint ‘n sip, fireside stories, s’mores, movie night). Activities are subject to extra cost depending on the vacation package.  
• Accessibility: Greenhorn Ranch is wheelchair accessible and offers reduced mobility rooms and facilities for disabled guests. 
• Parking: Parking is free for guests.
• Pet Policy: Greenhorn Ranch is dog-friendly. There are dog beds (limited supply), water bowls and collection bag stations throughout the ranch. Note that there is a $25 per dog per night fee; dogs must always be kept on leash, two dogs maximum per each room; dogs are not allowed on activities or in the Chuckhouse, Saloon, horse stables, tac room, arena and pool area.
• Loyalty Programs: None.
• Starting Rates: starting at $300 per person, per night

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Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto is perched on the Loreto Bay National Marine Park. Dubbed the “Galápagos of Mexico,” the park is home to nearly 800 animal species including manta rays, dolphins, and whales.

The All Inclusive Plan at Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto by Danzante Bay includes unlimited dining at five on-site restaurants, unlimited cocktails and specialty beverages. Guests can also take advantage of included non-motorized equipment and water sports, including paddleboards and kayaks, and turn things up a notch at the Disco Danzante.

The Details: 

• Location: Mexico
• What’s Included: The All Inclusive Plan includes unlimited dining, cocktails and specialty beverages, daily maid service, non-motorized equipment and/or water sports, and access to Disco Danzante.
• Accessibility: Villa del Palmar Loreto has wheelchair access, rooms for those with reduced mobility, and facilities for guests with disabilities. For specific inquiries, please call the resort.
• Parking: There is free parking in the resort’s secured parking garage.
• Pet Policy: Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto welcomes pets up to 10 kilograms in designated rooms for an additional fee.
• Loyalty Programs: V-Level
• Starting Rates: starting at $300 per person, per night

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Zafiro Palace Andratx is owned by a Mallorcan family, and offers five signature restaurants, a trio of garden and skyscape infinity pools, a luxurious spa and wellness center, bespoke amenities, and exceptional service. From a personalized concierge service to kids club access and even a pillow menu, Zafira Palace Andratx showcases European hospitality at its best. 

The Details: 

• Location: Spain
• What’s included with the stay: All Inclusive Redefined® details are here.
• Accessibility: As a newly built hotel, Zafiro Palace Andratx complies with all the ADA regulations in Spain, and rooms and grounds are physically accessible for people with disabilities.
• Parking: Free parking for guests.
• Pet Policy: The resort does not allow pets.
• Loyalty Programs: Zafiro Rewards
• Starting Rates: starting at $678

Beaches Turks & Caicos boasts five magnificent villages situated on 12 miles of immaculate beachfront at Grace Bay Beach. There’s no room for boredom at this resort, with specialty dining at 18 restaurants, luxurious rooms and suites, and exciting family-friendly activities including Sesame Street stage shows, the Caribbean’s most thrilling waterpark, and fantastic beach parties.

The Details: 

• Location: Turks & Caicos
• What’s Included: Every stay at Beaches includes everything from airport transfers to land and water sports to gourmet dining at 18 specialty restaurants and activities and amenities for all ages. 
• Accessibility: Beaches Turks & Caicos provides accommodations in select room categories for guests with mobility and dexterity-related disabilities, including wider clearance on doorways, bathroom rails, lowered light switches and faucets, bathroom benches, and more. The resort is fully wheelchair accessible with access to the beach and ramps available throughout the resort, as well as wheelchair-accessible lifts. All resort room doors and bathroom doors are wheelchair accessible.  
• Parking: No parking.
• Pet Policy: No pets.
• Loyalty Programs: Sandals Select Rewards Program
• Starting Rates: Adults from $286 per person, per night; children from $37 per person, per night

Also available to book at Expedia.com

For travelers who want a luxurious vacation with the energy and excitement of Playa del Carmen – or as it is known locally, Playa – this resort is the perfect fit. Located on La Quinta Avenida (Fifth Avenue) the resort itself offers spectacular architecture, unique indoor and outdoor dining concepts, local flavors, and fresh ingredients of the region in its inclusive on-site restaurants.

But unlike many all-inclusive resorts, Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen also offers guests easy access to local shopping and dining. The Paseo, a large open air corridor, connects the entrance of the hotel all the way down to its iconic infinity pools, ending with its breathtaking, white-sand beach.

The Details: 

• Location: Mexico
• What’s Included: The all-inclusive plan covers all dining options (La Cocina, Sushi N Raw Bar, Coffee Shop, The Grill, and in-room dining), daily resort activities, the Tortuguita Kids Club, and the Hashtag Teen Arcade. 
• Accessibility: The hotel offers accessible rooms and common areas to ensure all guests enjoy a comfortable stay.
• Parking: Valet parking is available for guests at an additional cost of $20 per night.
• Pet Policy: Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen is pet-friendly. Dogs weighing up to 50 pounds (or two dogs with a combined weight of 75 pounds) are welcome with a fee of $100 per stay.
• Loyalty Programs: World of Hyatt
• Starting Rates: starting at $240 per night

Also available to book at Tripadvisor.com

Sandos Caracol Eco Resort is a perfect destination for busy families who love to learn. This resort offers many cultural and nature-related experiences like swimming in a magical cenote and snorkeling in Jade River, which is colored a vibrant aqua due to all the mangroves along the water.

The resort’s main hub is lined by stands and pop-ups of carnival classic games, shopping, and complimentary Mexican street food, like elote, tacos, aguas frescas and more. Guests can also embrace the land’s heritage on the Xcalacoco tour of the Mayan ruins located on-site.

The Details: 

• Location: Mexico
• What’s Included: All activities and eco-activities, tour of on-site Mayan ruins, access to a 29-slide waterpark, cenote swimming, river snorkeling, Sacred Cenote and Mayan ruin pre-hispanic shows, rescue animal farm access, kayaking, paddle boarding and more watersports, biking, food (classic Mexican, Italian, French, Teppanyaki, Buffets, Seafood, Brazilian and more), alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, Sunday Mexican street fair games and food access, kids’ and teen club access.
• Accessibility: The resort offers accessible areas and accessible rooms.
• Parking: The resort offers free parking.
• Pet Policy: Unfortunately because the resort is an eco-resort with monkeys, coatis and other wild animals, pets are not allowed for the safety of the ecosystem and pets. However, service dogs are allowed as long as they are accompanied by their owners at all times.
• Loyalty Programs: Sandos4U
• Starting Rates: starting at $501 per night

Perched almost a mile above sea level on a breathtaking summit, The Swag is an acclaimed mountain-top luxury hotel just west of Asheville, North Carolina — and just steps from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. One of the highest boutique hotel destinations in the country, the one-of-a-kind getaway is known for exceptional weather, stunning views, romantic sensibilities, and impeccable food and service.

Hosting only a few dozen guests at any one time, the all-inclusive escape is a favorite of travelers who treasure the property’s rare, restorative combination of natural beauty, ultimate privacy, and authentic hospitality.

The Details: 

• Location: North Carolina
• What’s Included: Accommodations, dining, and activities. Spa treatments and alcohol are additional charges.
• Accessibility: Guest services can assist with accessibility needs and will recommend suites based on guests’ specific level of mobility needs.
• Parking: Fully included
• Pet Policy: No pets allowed.
• Loyalty Programs: Andrew Harper; Relais & Chateaux
• Starting Rates: starting at $875

Also available to book at Expedia.com

Dreams Curaçao Resort, Spa & Casino is located on Piscaderas Bay, part of the southern coast of Curaçao, a world-famous scuba diving destination. The 197 spacious rooms and suites all feature views of the Caribbean Sea. Optional connecting rooms are available for families, as well as in-room kids’ amenities.

Seven dining options feature cuisine from around the world, including an on-site brewery with Tex-Mex and local microbeers. Enjoy three sparkling swimming pools, two beaches, and a host of activities provided by the entertainment team.

The Details: 

• Location: Curaçao
• What’s Included: Limitless access to gourmet à la carte dining options without reservations required, unlimited international and domestic top-shelf spirits, unlimited natural fruit juices and soft drinks, 24-hour room and concierge service, pool and beach wait service, daily refreshed mini-bar with soft drinks, juice, bottled water and beer, daily maid service, daytime activities and live nightly entertainment, theme parties, oceanfront bars and entertainment venues, all taxes and gratuities included and free Wi-Fi.
• Accessibility: The resort offers accessible areas and accessible rooms.
• Parking: The resort offers free parking.
• Pet Policy: Dreams Curaçao’s dog policy allows dogs under 22 pounds (10 kilograms) for $65 per night, in specific room categories only.
• Loyalty Programs: Hyatt Inclusive Collection; World of Hyatt
• Starting Rates: starting at $268 per night

Also available to book at Mr.& Mrs. Smith

Located at the heart of Vancouver Island’s Wild-West playground, the UNESCO-designated Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Reserve, the Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge offers an escape to the still, tranquil beauty of Canada’s remote wilderness and allows families to reconnect.

Set among magnificent conifer forests, the lodge offers guests unforgettable views of the landscape and wildlife. Adventure-filled days are bolstered by local produce-driven, sustainable dining; fine wines; and the chance to unwind in generously-appointed safari-style guest tents. 

The Details: 

• Location: Canada
• What’s Included: All gourmet dining, a premium selection of wines, beers and spirits, signature guided experiences, plus one 60-minute relaxation massage per stay. 
• Accessibility: All tents accessible by flat and ramped boardwalk. The lodge curates a bespoke itinerary of intimate group Signature Experiences based on guests preferences while being mindful of weather and tidal conditions.
• Parking: The resort is only accessible by seaplane.
• Pet Policy: Due to the surrounding wildlife guests are asked to leave their pets at home. There are many dogs on-site to keep guests company, who have been trained to be comfortable and not disturb the bears and other wildlife.
• Loyalty Programs: None.
• Starting Rates: starting at $2,415 per night

Also available to book at Expedia.com

Marriott’s first all-inclusive resort in Mexico is located right in the middle of the action in Cancun’s Hotel Zone and features elegant, renovated rooms, nine specialty restaurants offering global flavors, daily entertainment, an exhilarating water park, and plenty of activities for children.

The extensive spa pays homage to Mayan vitality traditions, and the fitness center includes tennis courts and an Olympic-style swimming pool. Along with the beach, there are several other swimming pools, including free-form outdoor pools for families and adults and a 14-foot-deep dive pool with an artificial reef. Early reviews praise the spacious rooms and balconies with views of the turquoise waves.

The Details: 

• Location: Mexico
• What’s Included: On-site dining from nine concepts (from poolside pizzeria to Japanese teppanyaki and izakaya) as well as pop-ups; access to the pools including a water park and lazy river, as well as an adult-only infinity pool; daily activities including the state-of-the-art 5,000-square-foot CAMP Club by Marriott (with fun ranging from slime-making to Latin puppet crafting and dance lessons); and new fitness center.
• Accessibility: The resort offers mobility-accessible rooms and spaces (including the main entrance and pool).
• Parking: The resort offers complimentary on-site parking.
• Pet Policy: The resort does not allow pets; however, service animals are welcome.
• Loyalty Programs: Marriott Bonvoy Rewards
• Starting Rates: starting at $409 per night

Also available to book at Tripadvisor.com

This stylish resort facing the Caribbean coast has a marina on the Nichupté Lagoon. It offers multiple pools, and direct beach access. Guests rave about FLAMA restaurant, led by executive chef Leonardo Trujillo, and the resort features menus from around the world at eight total restaurants and bars.

Kids will keep busy with a Kids’ Club featuring arts and crafts and other fun property-led experiences. Teens can play bumper pool and video games at the Teen Club, and nightly entertainment includes live music, dancing, and DJ-curated playlists rotating throughout the week for late-night fun for the whole family.

The Details: 

• Location: Mexico
• What’s Included: All meals at the 12 restaurants, unlimited drinks, mini fridge in room that’s restocked daily, music and entertainment nightly, Kids’ club, Teen Club, and Family Room.
• Accessibility: The resort is accessible, with wheel-in showers, large rooms, ramps, and elevators across the property.
• Parking: There is parking (self and valet), and there is no fee. 
• Pet Policy: One pet, of 75 pounds (34 kilograms) or less, is allowed per room. There is a non-refundable $80 fee per pet for stays from one to five nights.
• Loyalty Programs: Hilton Honors
• Starting Rates: Christmas rates start at $810 for one adult and one child between the ages of 5-12, New Year rates start at $1,040, winter and spring start at $560, and summer starting at $450.

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Inspired by Daniel Defoe’s Robinson Crusoe, Isla Palenque is the perfect destination for travelers hoping to disconnect from the world on a tropical island. Guests praise the natural beauty of the resort, the fresh and gourmet food offerings, activities like yoga, hiking, cooking classes, salsa dancing, kayaking, and fishing, and the devoted and welcoming staff.

The Details: 

• Location: Panama
• What’s Included: High-speed boat transfers, locally-sourced meals daily (breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks), all non-alcoholic beverages (fresh smoothies and specialty coffee), island orientation led by an Island Host & Concierge Service, daily house-keeping and nightly turndown service, full use of facilities, island-speed WiFi internet and iPADs in every Casita.
• Accessibility: Due to the remote location, accessibility may be difficult. Contact resort for details.
• Parking: This resort is located on an island. You can park your car safely nearby while you are transported to the island.
• Pet Policy: No pets are allowed.
• Loyalty Programs: Cayuga Aficionados
• Starting Rates: In the low season $1,060 plus tax; in the high season $1,365 plus tax for two adults