Our 10 Best Cancun All Inclusive Resorts
There's something quite special about escaping to somewhere tropical and leaving all your cares behind as you sip on a cocktail by the pool, isn't there? So we've pulled together out 10 best all inclusive hotels in Cancun for you to help you decide which resort might be best for you. We've skipped downtown Cancun and Isla Mujeres and headed straight for the main areas, so whether you prefer a quiet, adults only getaway, or an adventurous escape with plenty of water sports, activities and much more, here are a few of our favourites in Cancun.
10. Hard Rock Hotel Cancun, Hotel Zone ★★★★★
Located in the heart of the Hotel Zone, the popular 5-star Hard Rock Hotel Cancun will leave you feeling like an absolute rock star! Overlooking the gorgeous sandy beach, the resort is home to a beachfront infinity pool, as well as five restaurants and five bars. Perfect for all inclusive holidays to Cancun. For an additional charge, the on-site spa has a range of therapies and treatments to help you truly unwind on your tropical escape, but, of course, dipping your toes in the warm Caribbean Sea can be just as centering.
Restaurants & Bars On Offer: One buffet restaurant, four a la carte restaurants, and five bars
Why We Love It: A lively brand we love the world over
9. Ocean Coral & Turquesa by H10, Riviera Maya ★★★★
Despite only being officially 4-star rated, the Ocean Coral & Turquesa by H10 hotel packs a punch for an all inclusive holiday in Mexico. Located along the Riviera Maya, close to Puerto Morelos, the rooms and suites on offer can accommodate up to 5 people (4 adults and 1 child), meaning family stays don't have to mean two rooms. Along with three outdoor pools, there's a dedicated children's pool, plus the kids' club, Daisy Club, will keep the little ones entertained for hours. There's even a bowling alley!
Restaurants & Bars On Offer: Nine restaurants, six bars and a coffee shop
Why We Love It: Ideal for families who want to be away from the lively Hotel Zone and further down the coast (only about 30 minutes from Cancun International Airport).
8. Secrets The Vine Cancun, Hotel Zone - Adults Only ★★★★★
Part of the Hyatt collection of hotels, Secrets The Vine Cancun is a five-star luxury hotel in the middle of Zona Hotelera. Home to seven restaurants including several grill restaurants and an Asian restaurant, this adults only resort also offers a range of daytime and evening entertainment, as well as a spa, 2 infinity pools, plus an extra swimming pool for Preferred Club guests. Other Hyatt hotels here inlcude the Hyatt Ziva Cancun and the Breathless Cancun Soul Resort & Spa.
Restaurants & Bars On Offer: Seven restaurants, six bars - premium alcohol included
Why We Love It: Infinity pools, great selection of restaurants, adults only and a true all inclusive experience.
7. Riu Palace Las Americas, Hotel Zone - Adults Only ★★★★★
We LOVE the Riu Palace Las Americas in Cancun's Zona Hotelera. This 5-star, adults only resort is conveniently located close to the shopping centres, so it's easy to pop out and grab a few bits, or a couple of souvenirs. There's also bars and restaurants nearby, not that you'll need it, as this place has six restaurants and four bars, including a pool bar. And if you get bored of lounging by the infinity pool, there's heaps to do here.
Restaurants & Bars On Offer: One buffet restaurant, six a la carte restaurants, and four bars
Why We Love It: A great adults only hotel, 24 hour all inclusive service, one of the best rated on TripAdvisor too
6. Riu Palace Peninsula, Hotel Zone ★★★★★
The five-star Riu Palace Peninsula hotel is a sprawling resort with sooooooo much to do. It's not for everyone, but if you love a place you can get lost in with heaps to do, then definitely check out this place. Everything from beach volleyball and snorkelling, to the kids' club RiuLand and evening entertainment with live music, is on offer. There are also four big pools, children's pool plus a swim up bar.
Restaurants & Bars On Offer: Six restaurants (one buffet & 5 a la carte), six bars and an ice cream parlour
Why We Love It: Ideal if you love to have loads going on...and we mean LOADS!
5. Live Aqua Beach Resort Cancun, Hotel Zone - Adults Only ★★★★★
As a favourite of ours, and one of the most popular hotels in Cancun on TripAdvisor is the adults only Live Aqua Beach Resort Cancun, in the heart of Cancun's Hotel Zone near La Isla. The 24 hour dining compliments the seven restaurants, including a beachfront seafood restaurant which is the opitome of all inclusive holidays in the Caribbean. Evening entertainment is a sure fire winner, with everything from live music and DJs to theme nights and casino nights. And you've got the shopping, bars, restaurants and water parks of Punta Cancun within easy reach, if you fancy venturing out.
Restaurants & Bars On Offer: 7 restaurants and 3 bars
Why We Love It: Adults only within easy reach of everything going on
4. Planet Hollywood Cancun, Costa Mujeres ★★★★★
We couldn't pull together our best all inclusives without adding on one resort in the beautiful Costa Mujeres. Stylish fun and excitement is exactly what you'd expect from a Planet Hollywood Resort and this one is no different. Located about 60 minutes from Cancun airport along Playa Mujeres, this beachfront gem is home to 3 swimming pools, 2 children's splash parks, a lazy river AND a surf simulator. In the evenings there's live music, silent discos and even a cinema.
Restaurants & Bars On Offer: 9 restaurants, 8 bars and a coffee shop
Why We Love It: Ideal alternative if you prefer Costa Mujeres, PLUS it's a TUI Green & Fair hotel
3. El Dorado Royale by Karisma, Riviera Maya - Adults Only ★★★★★
For an adults only escape that exudes luxury, take a look at the stunning El Dorado Royale by Karisma, a five-star spa resort between Puerto Morelos and Playa del Carmen. Despite having over 400 rooms, there's still a tropical, boutique feel here. Access to the relaxing Naay Spa costs extra, but with sauna, steam room, water therapy pools and a range of treatments from pedicures and manicures to massages and body wraps, you'll be melting away any stress in no time.
Restaurants & Bars On Offer: 1 restaurants and six bars
Why We Love It: Luxury adults only with a spa
2. Moon Palace Cancun, Riviera Maya ★★★★★
Wow! As one of the largest hotels in Mexico, the Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort, located just south of Cancun's hotel zone, is humongous with over 2,000 rooms spread across 123 acre. For such a big resort, you'd expect a lot of places to eat and drink, and you'd be right. There are a whopping 16 restaurants and 13 bars here. No wonder it's such a popular all inclusive resort! On top of that you've got a kids' club, night club, spa facilities, loads of sports including Moon Palace Golf Club (there are several excellent golf courses in Cancun), seven pools (two of which are children's pools), and there's even a surf simulator! The Moon Palace Cancun is seriously impressive!
Restaurants & Bars On Offer: 16 restaurants, 13 bars (including an adults only rooftop bar)
Why We Love It: It's huge and perfect if you don't want to get bored
1. Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun, Riviera Maya ★★★★★
For a truly family friendly resort in Mexico, the Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun sits a little further down the coast but is packed with exciting activities for the whole family. The Entertainment Centre is a huge draw for families, and although some of the activities cost extra, there is no chance of getting bored here, plus there's free WiFi too. You'll find a trampoline park, bowling alley and laser tag. Head outside and you've got 14 waterslides and two lazy rivers within the water park, plus the gorgeous white sand beaches of the Caribbean coast.
Restaurants & Bars On Offer: 11 restaurants (one buffet restaurant) and six bars including two swim up bars
Why We Love It: Ideal for families
