When you book an all-inclusive resort, your room, activities, food, and amenities are all included. You get all of your vacation essentials for the price of the booking. Vacationers love knowing how much they will spend upfront, making for a stress-free trip. If you are looking for the best all-inclusive resorts in the US and beyond, then you’ve come to the right place. We will break down our favorites so you can find the perfect resort for you!
Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the US
Yes, America has all-inclusive resorts, though they’re less common than in Mexico and the Caribbean. In the US, you’ll often find packages at wellness resorts, lodges and dude ranches that cover most meals and some activities. Check the details, since alcohol, spa treatments and certain activities may cost extra.
Higher land, labor and operating costs, along with taxes and labor laws, make it harder for US resorts to compete on price. US citizens can also visit Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands without a passport when traveling from the US. For more options, explore the six resorts below, all of which require all-inclusive packages for RCI exchange guests.
Best All-Inclusive Resorts Beyond the US
As mentioned earlier, Mexico and the Caribbean are hotspots for all-inclusive resorts. If you are a timeshare owner looking to exchange your timeshare for a week at an all-inclusive resort, then start by looking at these fabulous Mexico and Caribbean timeshares below.
Occidental Nuevo Vallarta
⚲ Nuevo Vallarta, Nay., Mexico
Occidental Nuevo Vallarta is an RCI Gold Crown timeshare resort in Mexico. Its facilities offer guests all the modern amenities they need to have a great vacation. As with any all-inclusive resort, the food is extremely important, and this timeshare in Nuevo Vallarta has some of the best. If you are a picky eater, don’t worry. A wide variety of dishes are served to fit any appetite, from local to international foods.
Meliá Puerto Vallarta
⚲ Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
Meliá Puerto Vallarta is a beachfront all-inclusive in Marina Vallarta on Banderas Bay. You can dine at Fish House by the bay, try the Mosaico buffet or cool off at the swim-up bar. Seeds Club welcomes children ages 2 to 4, while babysitting costs extra. The resort belongs to both Club Meliá and Meliá Vacation Club, with exchanges through RCI. For RCI exchange stays, the all-inclusive package is mandatory for everyone in your party and payable at or before check-in. It covers meals, drinks and non-motorized water sports; Tauro steakhouse and the YHI Spa cost extra.
Occidental Punta Cana
⚲ Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Occidental Punta Cana is a Barceló Hotel Group all-inclusive on El Cortecito Beach in Bávaro, along the Dominican Republic’s Coconut Coast. Spend your days snorkeling, kayaking or windsurfing, with several pools and a fitness center on land. You’ll have 11 restaurants, including seven à la carte options, and 10 bars to choose from. For families, Barcy Club’s mini club welcomes children ages 4 to 12; babysitting costs extra. Part of Occidental Vacation Club, this RCI Silver Crown resort requires RCI exchange guests to prepay a seven-night all-inclusive program and isn’t affiliated with Interval International.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana
⚲ Macao Beach, Dominican Republic
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana is an all-inclusive resort on Macao Beach. You can spend the day at Rockaway Bay’s 26 water slides, then catch the nightly entertainment. Drinks, 24-hour in-room service, the kids club and gratuities are included with your stay. Spa treatments, golf, tours, transportation and babysitting cost extra. The resort is part of Legendary Vacation Club and participates in RCI. Eligible RCI exchange guests must purchase a seven-day all-inclusive program for everyone in their party, payable at or before check-in. If you visit the casino, you must be at least 18 to gamble.
Grand Palladium Punta Cana Resort & Spa
⚲ Bávaro, Dominican Republic
Grand Palladium Punta Cana Resort & Spa is a five-star all-inclusive with direct access to Bávaro’s white-sand beach. You can enjoy several pools and use the facilities at both Grand Palladium hotels in the complex. This hotel has three show-cooking and four à la carte restaurants, plus nine bars and a beach snack bar. Families have kids’ pools and activities for ages 1 to 17, including a Baby Club. Spa visits cost extra. The resort participates in Palladium Travel Club. Eligible RCI exchange guests must purchase the all-inclusive package for everyone in their party, payable at or before check-in.
Barceló Aruba
⚲ Palm Beach, Aruba
Barceló Aruba is a family all-inclusive resort on Aruba’s Palm Beach, formerly known as Occidental Grand Aruba. Each of its 373 rooms has a balcony or private terrace, giving you a spot to unwind between outings. You can relax by the natural-style pool and two hot tubs, visit the casino or book an extra-cost spa treatment if you’re 18 or older. The Kids Club welcomes ages 4 to 12. Part of Occidental Vacation Club, this RCI Gold Crown resort requires every guest to purchase the all-inclusive package for the full stay. It isn’t affiliated with Interval International.
How All-Inclusive Works at a Timeshare
When you exchange into an all-inclusive timeshare through RCI, you pay RCI’s exchange fee and a separate all-inclusive fee to the resort. Points members also use points. Packages usually cover meals, snacks, drinks and activities. Alcohol is often included, but check your resort’s terms before booking.
All six resorts in this guide require the package for RCI exchange guests. At Meliá Puerto Vallarta, Hard Rock and Grand Palladium, it applies to everyone in your party and is payable at or before check-in. Barceló Aruba requires it for your full stay; Occidental Punta Cana and Hard Rock require seven-night or seven-day programs.
If you’re comparing resorts to buy, check these rules alongside the amenities. Hard Rock and Grand Palladium charge based on the unit’s minimum occupancy, even if fewer people travel. Children’s rates vary, and spa treatments, certain restaurants, golf or babysitting may cost extra. Confirm whether airport transfers are covered, too.
Get the current package rate, payment deadline and inclusions in writing before you commit. For Interval exchanges, mandatory charges appear during booking and are paid to the resort.
Rent Out Your Timeshare and Stay in All-Inclusive Resorts in the US
A timeshare ensures that you can go on vacation year after year! We have the perfect solution for you if you are interested in the resorts above but can’t trade your timeshare to stay there. At Timeshares Only, our marketplace allows you to rent out your timeshare. By calling 1 (800) 610-2734, we can assist you and answer any questions you might have! Then, if you sell your timeshare, you can use that money to stay in an all-inclusive resort like the outstanding ones above!
