The 12 Best All-Inclusive Resorts for a Romantic Vacation
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When couples choose to vacation at an all-inclusive resort, it can become one of the most relaxing and romantic experiences of their lives. Gone are the days of raucous kids clubs, watered-down cocktails, and cheesy entertainment. Many of today’s all-inclusive resorts are kid-free, tranquil, luxurious and offer delightful ways to connect with your partner, all in one easy-to-understand price.
Though many super romantic all-inclusive resorts feature white sand beaches and turquoise waters, there are a wealth of all-inclusive properties in nearly any setting you can imagine. From rugged mountain resorts and chic European hideaways to the classic beachside or over-water sanctuaries, these are the best romantic all-inclusive resorts for you and your love to enjoy, no matter how you define romance.
Club Med Cefalù: Sicily, Italy
Known as the pioneers of the all-inclusive vacation, Club Med has perfected their craft since opening their first resort in 1950. Today, there are Club Med resorts around the world, but the five that belong to their Exclusive Collection offer an unrivaled level of luxury—including premium concierge services, nightly Champagne, and the high-quality cuisine and activities all the properties are known for.
North of Sicily, standing atop rugged cliffs overlooking a stunning bay, Club Med Cefalù is complete Euro glam with elegant, minimalist designed suites, a gorgeous infinity pool overlooking the Tyrrhenian sea and six chic restaurants, bars and lounges. Some excursions require an additional fee, but we think a la dolce vita Vespa ride with your honey is worth every penny.
Impression Moxché by Secrets: Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Nestled along a pristine palm-lined beach, the adults-only Impression Moxché by Secrets is the definition of an ultra-luxury retreat. Guests are treated to dedicated butler service whose goal is to construct the perfect stay for you and your partner.
There’s also the Endless Privileges program that includes gourmet cuisine prepared by master chefs and paired with premium spirits, a welcome bottle of tequila or rum upon arrival, daily sparkling wine and fresh fruit, a complimentary 20-minute spa treatment and no check-in or checkout times. Onsite, take a dip in three man-made cenotes (natural pools) and seven pools, dine at 14 venues, or enjoy water activities such as kayaking, paddle boarding and sailing.
Twin Farms: Barnard, Vermont
Twin Farms is an idyllic, east coast mountain escape offering quiet luxury wherever you look. A trip during the winter may feel like you’ve been transported into a romantic Hallmark Christmas movie, with glowing holiday decorations, nightly cocktails and canapes, multi-course farm-to-table dinners paired with fine wines and spirits, and luxurious cottages and suites.
Brand new to the estate are the Treehouses—private, stilted cottages perched 20 feet above the ground. There are tons of activities to choose from, too. Try to stay on your blades as you and your partner ice skate on Copper Pond, or allow resort staff to pack a romantic picnic for a sweet escape during a summer visit.
Curtain Bluff: Antigua
We have to admit, no one does romance quite like the Caribbean. At Curtain Bluff on the picturesque island of Antigua, all 72 of the boutique property’s guest rooms face the brilliant Caribbean Sea, but if you opt for a suite in the Hulford collection you and your partner can also indulge in a plunge pool on your private terrace.
Though not adults-only, there is a kid-free wellness area for a much-deserved break from the little ones with a yoga pavilion offering daily classes, an infinity pool, and an award-winning spa for couples massages set to the sound of lapping waves.
Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda: Dominican Republic
All-inclusive resorts abound in the Dominican Republic, but don’t worry, we aren’t recommending one of the rowdy spring break hotels. Located in the relatively undiscovered region of Miches among lush palm groves, rugged mountains and secluded beaches, the eco-chic Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda offers couples a private oasis to enjoy a romantic, carefree vacation.
Though not an entirely adults-only resort, accommodations include four boutique “villages” with distinct concepts. Couples will love Archipelago, the romantic adults-only cocoon in a private area with spacious, oceanfront rooms and private beach access. Adventurous couples will also appreciate the adrenaline-pumping included activities like trapeze lessons, wingfoil (a combo of windsurfing and kiteboarding) and salsa dance classes.
Alila Ventana Big Sur: Big Sur, California
Tucked among the breathtaking Californian Redwoods, Alila Ventana Big Sur is an adults-only sanctuary meant for couples looking to unplug from the world and reconnect with each other among nature’s majesty. The resort overlooks the jagged Pacific coastline and offers 59 secluded guest rooms and suites, some with fireplaces to kick the cozy factor up a notch, or you can go glamping in a tent cabin to truly be at one with nature.
Rates include gourmet meals with fresh ingredients from the onsite organic garden at the Sur House, two pools, Japanese hot baths and certain activities like forest bathing, guided coast ridge hikes and tai chi classes.
Sandals Dunn’s River: Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Each adults-only Sandals resort dotted across various Caribbean islands is arguably designed with romance in mind, but Sandals Dunn’s River takes it to celestial heights. Here, you’ll find the Coyaba Sky Villa Swim-up Rondoval Suites, which feature private open-air rooftops complete with state-of-the-art telescopes and a dedicated Stargazing Concierge, a spin on the brand’s butler services.
The Stargazing Concierge can arrange bespoke stargazing experiences for couples to enjoy on their private rooftops, from moonlit cocktail hours to wine and cheese nights, and help guests identify constellations and meteor activity in the sky. What more romantic way is there to celebrate an anniversary or milestone in your relationship than to explore what’s written in the skies?
The Resort at Paws Up: Greenough, Montana
37,000 acres of pristine Montana landscape and 10 miles of the Blackfoot River await at The Resort at Paws Up, a luxury working cattle ranch in northwest Montana. What makes this place so romantic is the impeccable level of service; luxurious private homes and estates (there are no traditional guest rooms), most of which offer fireplaces and soaks in outdoor hot tubs under the stars; and intimate dinners at Pomp, the resort’s award-winning restaurant.
Rates include couple-oriented activities like guided hikes, snowshoeing and paint n’ pour art classes, but for a true adults-only experience, book a stay at one of the ultra-modern homes at Paws Up’s sister property, the green o. The resort within a resort offers dedicated activities and meals for parties of two, like hot air balloon rides, fly fishing and trail rides.
Naviva, A Four Seasons Resort, Punta Mita, Mexico
It doesn’t get much more private and secluded than Naviva’s 15 luxury tents nestled within the lush Mexican jungle. Unlike many other all-inclusive resorts, rates at this wellness-centered property include one 90-minute spa treatment per person so that you and your love can truly unwind over nature massages, gemstone facials or spiritual well-being ceremonies.
Your stay also includes unique daily experiences like reiki healing, small-batch Mexican spirits tasting and sunset gratitude circles alongside certain signature experiences like stargazing safaris and sound baths.
Royal Davui Island Resort- Fiji
Have you and your love always dreamed of vacationing on a private island? Well, you can make your dream come true at Royal Davui Island Resort…sort of. The entire island, located in the serene Beqa Lagoon, is the resort, but you’ll have to share it with 16 beautifully designed standalone villas and bungalows. Each bungalow or villa faces the sea, guaranteeing privacy, and all have their own dedicated plunge pools and expansive decks for lounging.
In addition to meals offering the freshest catch of the day, rates include cooking classes, stand up paddle boarding, snorkeling, and Fijian cultural activities like kava ceremonies (a local beverage) and visits to a village church service.
Ayada Maldives: Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives
Vacationing in an over-water bungalow is on the bucket list of so many couples, and we can’t imagine a better setting for it than the Maldives. This nation of 1192 islands surrounded by jewel-toned, crystal clear waters is a certifiable paradise, and though it’s probably difficult to make a wrong choice when selecting your accommodations, Ayada Maldives offers two amazing all-inclusive packages to choose from that stand out from the crowd.
The diamond package was crafted with romance in mind and it includes a beachside barbecue dinner with a fire show, sunset wine and cheese pairings, 60-minute massages, and a choice of two excursions like a sunset cruise or glass bottom boat tour.
Club Med Val d'Isère: Val-d'Isère, France
All-inclusive ski resorts are such a time and money saver (paying for entry fees, lift tickets, rentals and lessons can add up quickly, after all), and if you’re looking for a cozy yet sophisticated ski holiday, look no further than Club Med Val d’Isère. Like other resorts in the Club Med Exclusive Collection, guests receive dedicated concierges and evening Champagne service, but it’s all set among one of the most famous winter sports settings in the French Alps (the 1992 Winter Olympics were held here!).
Easily zip along the mountain with your partner thanks to unlimited ski-in/ski-out access, then warm up in the indoor swimming pool, Club Med Spa by Cinq Mondes, or over elevated French cuisine at the specialty restaurant Les Millésimes. Don’t forget to take a romantic stroll in the oh-so-charming historic village of Val d’Isère.
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