All Inclusive Resorts in Mexico
All inclusive resorts in Mexico cluster on three coasts: the Caribbean side around Cancun, Playa del Carmen and Tulum; the Pacific side around Puerto Vallarta; and the tip of Baja California at Los Cabos. One rate usually covers your room, meals and drinks. Pick the coast first, because the water, weather and flights differ.
TL;DR
- Caribbean coast (Cancun, Tulum): calm turquoise water, the easiest swimming, the most flights.
- Los Cabos: desert meets sea, whale season in winter, rougher water on the Pacific side.
- Puerto Vallarta: a Pacific bay with mountains and a walkable old town.
- Compare the total trip cost, not the nightly rate, and read what the resort leaves out.
Caribbean coast · near TulumCalm turquoise water, the easiest swimming and the most flights. The coast most people picture when they think of an all inclusive in Mexico.
Where are the all inclusive resorts in Mexico?
Mexico has two long coastlines and a desert peninsula, and the big all inclusive vacation resorts in Mexico sit in a handful of beach areas along them. Keep scrolling to gather them up, then tap a card to jump to the guide for that area.
Big resorts on a long strip of white sand, with the most flight choices.
Cancun guide Caribbean · TQOTulumSmaller-scale beach town with Maya ruins on a cliff over the sea.
Tulum guide Baja · SJDLos CabosDesert mountains, the famous rock arch, and whales in winter.
Los Cabos guide Pacific · PVRPuerto VallartaBay-side town with a seaside boardwalk and green mountains behind it.
Read below Baja · by roadEnsenadaPort town about 70 miles south of the U.S. border.
Read belowMexico's all inclusive coasts, side by side
Here is how the main areas compare on the things that change a trip most: the water, the setting and how you get there.
| Area | Coast | Fly into | The setting | Good fit for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cancun | Caribbean | CUN | Hotel Zone on a long sandbar between a lagoon and the sea | First-timers, families, the widest choice of flights |
| Playa del Carmen & Puerto Morelos | Caribbean (Riviera Maya) | CUN | A walkable beach town, and a quieter former fishing village | Couples who want to walk to dinner, or a slower pace |
| Tulum | Caribbean | TQO or CUN | Maya ruins on a cliff above the beach, cenotes inland | Couples, ruins and nature lovers |
| Los Cabos | Pacific and Sea of Cortez | SJD | Desert mountains, rock formations, whale season in winter | Couples, golfers, scenery seekers |
| Puerto Vallarta | Pacific (Banderas Bay) | PVR | Old town, cobblestone streets and a seaside boardwalk | Travelers who want culture with the beach |
| Ensenada | Pacific (northern Baja) | Drive from San Diego | Working port town near Valle de Guadalupe wine country | Short trips from Southern California |
The Caribbean side: Cancun, Playa del Carmen and Tulum
Most people picture this coast when they think of an all inclusive in Mexico: white sand, calm turquoise water and resorts lined up along the beach. It runs south from Cancun through Puerto Morelos and Playa del Carmen to Tulum, a stretch often called the Riviera Maya.
Cancun has the largest cluster of resorts and Cancun International Airport (CUN), which has flights from many U.S. cities. Tulum is smaller and slower, known for the Maya ruins on the cliff and the freshwater cenotes nearby; it has its own airport, Tulum International (TQO), which opened in December 2023. Our Cancun all inclusive guide and Tulum all inclusive guide go deeper on each.
One thing to know: a brown seaweed called sargassum can wash up on this coast, often more in the warmer months. How much arrives changes from year to year and beach to beach, so check recent reports before you travel.
The Pacific side and Baja: Los Cabos, Puerto Vallarta and Ensenada
Los Cabos
At the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula, Los Cabos is where desert mountains meet two seas. Resorts sit in Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo and the Tourist Corridor between them, and you fly into Los Cabos International (SJD). Swimming depends on the beach: the Sea of Cortez side has calmer coves, while many Pacific-facing beaches have strong surf. Read the full Los Cabos all inclusive guide.
Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta sits on Banderas Bay in the state of Jalisco, with green mountains behind the town. It is known for its seaside boardwalk, the Malecón, and the cobblestone streets of the old town. You fly into Puerto Vallarta International (PVR). It is a good pick if you want to leave the resort some evenings for dinner in town.
Ensenada
Ensenada is a port city in northern Baja California, about 70 miles south of the U.S. border. Many visitors drive down from San Diego, and it is a regular stop for short cruises from California. It has a smaller resort scene than Cancun or Los Cabos, and it is close to the Valle de Guadalupe wine region. Ensenada is one of the options on the World Sky Beach Escape sample trip.
The best time to go to Mexico for an all inclusive
Both coasts are warm most of the year, so timing is mostly about rain, storms and crowds.
- December through April: usually the driest, most popular months on both coasts. Book early for holidays and spring break.
- May and June: often hot and a little quieter, a good middle ground on many trips.
- Summer and fall: hotter, wetter, and storm season. The NOAA National Hurricane Center lists the Atlantic season, which covers the Caribbean coast, as June 1 to November 30, and the eastern Pacific season as May 15 to November 30.
If you travel in storm season, pick a resort and flight you can change, and read the cancellation terms before you pay. For entry rules and advisories, check the U.S. State Department's Mexico page at travel.state.gov.
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How to pick the best all inclusive resorts in Mexico for you
"Best" depends on who is going. Instead of chasing a ranking, match the resort to your group and your plans.
All inclusive in Mexico, adults only
Adults-only resorts are common in Cancun, the Riviera Maya, Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta. They usually promise quieter pools and more couple-focused dining. The minimum age varies, and some resorts run an adults-only section inside a larger family property, so ask which one you are booking.
All inclusive family resorts in Mexico
Families get the most out of all inclusive pricing, since meals and snacks for everyone are covered. Look for kids' clubs (and the ages they take), shallow pools, connecting rooms, and a beach with calm water. On that last point, the Caribbean coast usually has the edge.
Questions to ask any resort
- Which restaurants and bars are included, and which cost extra?
- Is the beach good for swimming most days?
- Are airport transfers included?
- Are taxes and resort fees in the price you were quoted?
- What is the cancellation policy, and does it change in storm season?
Mexico all inclusive vacation packages: how to judge a deal
A package bundles the resort with flights, and sometimes transfers. That saves planning time, but it also hides what each piece costs. Before you book any Mexico all inclusive vacation package, do three things:
- Price the full trip. Rate times nights, plus taxes, fees, flights and transfers. Compare totals.
- Compare the same room. A deal on a garden-view room is not the same as an ocean-view price elsewhere.
- Check it against a second source. Price the same dates on a public booking site and with any membership you hold.
That last step is where a travel club comes in. Members pay dues and book at member rates, and World Sky backs its prices with the 200% Promise: the Guaranteed Lowest Price or Double the Difference back in Cash.
How World Sky members book Mexico
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Mexico is all over the World Sky sample trips. The Beach Escape sample trip is 3 nights in Punta Cana, Tulum, Cancun, Los Cabos, Ensenada or Puerto Morelos, and five of those six are in Mexico. The 5-day, 4-night sample cruise can sail the Caribbean or Mexico. And both Cancun and Los Cabos are on the list of 30 bonus-trip destinations in the Be Our Guest offer. See the free vacation offer for the full terms.
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Which part of Mexico is best for an all inclusive resort?
It depends on the trip you want. The Caribbean coast around Cancun, Playa del Carmen and Tulum has calm turquoise water and the most flights. Los Cabos pairs desert scenery with whale season in winter. Puerto Vallarta mixes a Pacific beach with an old town and mountains.
What is the best time to go to Mexico for an all inclusive?
Many travelers choose December through April, when both coasts are usually drier. Summer and fall are hotter and wetter. Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30 and eastern Pacific season runs May 15 to November 30, so check forecasts and cancellation terms for trips in those months.
Are there adults-only all inclusive resorts in Mexico?
Yes. Cancun, the Riviera Maya, Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta all have adults-only all inclusive resorts. Check the minimum age, since it varies by resort, and ask whether the whole property or only one section is adults-only.
Are all inclusive family resorts in Mexico worth it?
For many families, yes, because meals, snacks and drinks are covered and nobody has to plan every dinner. Look for kids' clubs, shallow pools and connecting rooms, and ask what ages the kids' club accepts.
What is usually not included at an all inclusive resort in Mexico?
Common extras are premium drinks, some specialty restaurants, spa treatments, excursions and airport transfers. Resort fees and taxes may be listed separately too. Read the inclusions list and compare the total trip cost before you book.
Can I get a free trip to Mexico with World Sky Travel Club?
Cancun and Los Cabos are both on the list of 30 bonus-trip destinations in the Be Our Guest offer, which includes a 2-night stay in Las Vegas or Orlando, a $100 Dining Advantage Card and a bonus 2-night trip. Terms apply, including a refundable $100 deposit and a vacation club orientation.
This page is general travel information, not a promise of any specific resort, rate or availability. Weather, beach conditions and entry rules change; check official sources before you travel. Be Our Guest terms: valid for two adults over 21; 30 days advance scheduling; subject to availability; Sunday to Thursday nights (Friday and Saturday may be available for a surcharge); transportation, incidentals and daily resort fees not included; one voucher per household; no cash value; group travel prohibited; refundable $100 deposit required before traveling; Dining Advantage Card and Bonus Trip Certificate issued at vacation club orientation.
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