The Best All-Inclusive Hotels in Cancun
Cancun has more than 50 all-inclusive hotels and resorts, many of which can be found within the 17-mile Hotel Zone that stretches south of downtown Cancun, bordered by both the Caribbean Sea and the Nichupte Lagoon. The best all-inclusive hotels in Cancun include a mix of five-star and village-style hotels, as well as family-friendly and adult-only ones.
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Five-Star Resorts
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A few resorts consistently rate among the top five-star all-inclusive hotels in Cancun. The Dreams Cancun Resort and Spa has been recognized as one of the best resorts in Mexico by Conde Nast Traveler magazine. Surrounded on three sides by the Caribbean, the Dreams Cancun features a dolphinarium, which you can see from select suites, and the stunning architectural design of Ricardo Legorreta, which fuses traditional Mayan architecture with contemporary styles. Five miles south of downtown Cancun, the highly rated five-star Le Blanc Spa and Resort stretches along a private beach and features lagoon and ocean views from the balcony of every room. The Le Blanc offers five restaurants and lounges, two infinity pools, plus a luxurious spa, and you can enjoy amenities from hydrotherapy to water sports.
Village-Style Resorts
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A popular alternative to mega hotels, village-style resorts are built as a cluster of two- and three-story buildings. At the center of the "village" are pools and recreational areas. Among the village-style resorts in and near Cancun, the all-inclusive Grand Cozumel consistently ranks as a favorite for its secluded location on the southern tip of Cozumel Island. Similarly, the Iberostar Cozumel places you near popular dive sites, even though you are further from downtown Cancun. Village-style resorts offer a peaceful, private option for your vacation.
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Family-Friendly Resorts
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Also a five-star resort, the family-friendly Moon Palace Golf and Spa Resort offers something for every member of the family. Located on the south shore of Cancun, backing over 100 acres of topical wilderness, the Moon Palace features a miniature golf course and program of daily activities for children, as well as tennis and basketball courts and themed nightly entertainment for adults. The Beach Palace Resort, located west of Cozumel near the Flamingo Mall, similarly offers a wide variety of family-friendly amenities, including a kid's club and beach recreation for all ages.
Adult-Only Resorts
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Cancun has many adult-only, all-inclusive resorts. One of the most highly rated, the Royal Cancun, features an ocean view from both the onsite spa as well as the in-suite showers. You can also indulge in massages, body treatments, yoga and aerobics, as well as enjoy nightly entertainment and 12 restaurants and bars. The Secrets Silversands, located 15 miles south of Cancun along the Yucatan Peninsula, also ranks as a popular adult-only resort. The Silversands has gourmet restaurants overlooking infinity pools, suspended beds in the suites and recreational opportunities from snorkeling to kayaking. For a more secluded adult-only resort, consider the the Excellence Playa Mujeres Resort, situated 25 miles north of Cancun. The Excellence stretches along a 20-mile peninsula and features a wide variety of luxurious amenities, including a Greg Norman-designed golf course and rainfall showers in the rooms.
All-Inclusive Tips
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When considering the best all-inclusive hotels in Cancun for your vacation, begin by consulting a vacation packager, who can help you to take advantage of extensive discounts. Rates often vary with all inclusive hotels, so packagers can also help with discovering the best cost option for your trip. While all inclusive packages usually include lodging, food and drink, some additional amenities may cost extra.
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