Staying at an all-inclusive resort has the advantage of not having to carry your wallet but it doesn’t have to mean endless lines at the buffet and fighting hundreds of other guests for a beach chair. These are the world’s best luxury all-inclusive resorts.
Explora Lodge
Set in a breathtaking biosphere reserve in Patagonia, Chilé, Explora Lodge is an all-inclusive resort like you’ve never experienced. The resort features all of the five-star amenities you’d expect such as hot tubs, fine dining, and an indulgent spa. What really sets it apart, however, are the over 40 amazing adventure itineraries it offers its guests.
There are many different exploration possibilities within the Park, as diverse as their visitor’s preferences. Each itinerary is a unique experience and adventure, where every detail has its own charm…They include walks towards crystal clear lakes, and lenga tree forests, hikes to viewpoints and horseback ridesthrough the Park’s pampas (grasslands) and along its rivers.
It’s not hard to see why Explora Lodge is one of the world’s most unique all-inclusive resorts.
Grand Velas
If you’re looking for a tropical luxury all-inclusive resort, look no further than Grand Velas in Mexico’s Riviera Maya. The resort offers three unique experiences to guests. For couples, there is an adults only area, while families can choose from their classic beachfront resort area or the more secluded jungle-set property. The resort complex features a stunning eight restaurants including the world’s first Five Diamond-rated restaurant located in an all-inclusive, Cocina de Autor.
The rooms are opulent and spacious as you would expect. Some suites offer private plunge pools in addition to a custom-bottled Don Julio Reposado tequila, a 24/7 personal concierge, and fully stocked mini-bars. Guest can also enjoy the many pools, beaches, water sports, or simply relax at the spa.
Kapama Karula
Located in Kruger National Park, South Africa Kapama Karula is a boutique resort welcomes just 26 guests at a time. Ten luxurious suite, some with private pools, feature wrap-around glass sliding doors that open onto an outside deck area with stunning views of the Klaserie River. Guests can explore the surrounding reserve with twice daily game drives, guided bush walks, and even take an exclusive photography workshop. Afterward, enjoy high tea and relax at the River Lodge Spa.
Considered one of the finest safari spas in Africa, the River Lodge Spa is a firm favourite with all our guests. Lounge by the spa pool or get a quick workout in before you hand yourself over to our highly trained and experienced beauty therapists for one of our distinctly African treatments.
It’s easy to see why Kapama Karula may be Africa’s most luxurious all-inclusive getaway.
Steamboat Bay Fishing Club
Finally, if you are looking for an angler’s dream vacation look no further than Steamboat Bay Fishing Club. This Alaskan boutique resort is just 90 minutes by plane from Seattle and offers some of Alaska’s best fishing. The resort hosts just 24 guests in the beautifully appointed Lodge and adjacent manor-style Residence. Enjoy dinner in the glass-floored dining room where you can watch the salmon run beneath your feet while you enjoy the fine Alaskan cuisine.
Spend your days enjoying guided fishing trips searching for the area’s wild Alaska king and silver salmon. You can also find halibut, lingcod, and more than 20 species of rockfish. In the evenings, enjoy a soak in the hot tub beneath the breathtaking starry skies.
Any of these luxury all-inclusive resorts would be a treat to visit. For more luxury travel options, you might also want to read about the world’s best ski resorts.
