Travel can be expensive. Luckily, the best all-inclusive resorts to vacation at and visit can save you a boatload of money. As with any destination, rates change based on season and availability. But if you’re flexible with regard to when or where you’re traveling, as the following list reveals, some unbelievable bargains can be had – even at resorts that rank high on the vacation dream list. When searching for deals on the below options – among the best all-inclusive resorts to visit and vacation at – also remember: Be sure to look not only at the resorts’ websites, but also on popular travel and vacation sites too… further bargains may be had.
| Name | Location | Description |
| Samara Private Game Reserve | South Africa | Depending on when you’re traveling, this game reserve with cheetah tracking and local wine sipping and a kiddo-centric program can be visited for anywhere from $200 to $300 per night. And yes, all meals and beverages are included, as well as two game drives per day. |
| Azul Beach Resort, Riviera Maya | Mexico | From $200 and up, this Mexican resort not only features an array of gourmet dining, four pools, and plenty of sporty activities. Adults get a welcome glass of sparkling wine and kids get their own glasses of “slime” smoothies. |
| Occidental Tamarindo | Costa Rica | If you’re looking for an all-inclusive with beachy views, this Costa Rican resort could be your dream destination. Rates start less than $200 a night, including a selection of cocktails and meals at the main restaurant. Because the resort is close to nature, you can glimpse monkeys, iguanas, parrots and other animals just walking around the property. Free concierge services to book tours are also included. |
| Melia Caribe Tropical | Dominican Republic | Depending on room size, rates can be had for $200 to $400 for this all-inclusive gem. It boasts nine pools, and a kid’s area that features a zipline and climbing wall. There are no fees for golfing, either, plus a spa and casino, too. |
| Ocean Coral & Turquesa, Riviera Maya | Mexico | Deals at this award-winning beachfront resort can be found for as low as $200 per night. With four outdoor pools, including a children’s pool and Jacuzzi, this popular destination also boasts a bevy of beachy activities and even a diving center. |
| Riu Palace Paradise Island | Bahamas | Located right next door to the mega-Atlantis resort, this Bahama beach resort includes minibars in the all-inclusive rates, a swim-up bar, and easy access to the jet skis and parasails. Rates can be as low as $200 to $300 per night. |
| Samba Vallarta | Mexico | While a bit smaller than many all-inclusives, this property’s located on a nice beach, and the kayaking, boogie boards and sail boards are included in the low rates, starting at $200 per night. There’s a great pool to take in here, and with less than 200 rooms, it’s also less crowded than most alternatives. |
| Royal Solaris Los Cabos | Mexico | This popular all-inclusive resort and spa boasts five restaurants, a swim-up bar, four pools and a kids water park. At 390 rooms, it’s big, but not too big, and rates start—depending on the season—at less than $200 a night. |
| Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Punta Cana | Dominican Republic | With 13 pools, nine restaurants, a golf course and spa, this is a sizable and extremely well-trafficked resort. Since it is the Hard Rock, free guitar rentals are included in the all-inclusive rates, which start at about $350 per night. Visitors can expect plenty of fellow travelers ready to party and a vibrant nightlife scene, including a club and lots of concerts. |
| El Cozumeleño | Mexico | This Cozumel resort offers myriad beach and pool amenities, plus some specials can be had for roughly $105 per night. Golf and diving are just some of the activities available here. Free kayaking and snorkeling lessons are also offered. |
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Jeanette Hurt is the award-winning writer and author of eight culinary and drink books, including The Cheeses of California: A Culinary Travel Guide, which received the 2010 Mark Twain Award for Best Travel Book, and The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Wine and Food Pairing. She's written for TheKitchn.com, Four Seasons Magazine, Wine Enthusiast, Entrepreneur.com, and dozens more publications.
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