Top 10 All-Inclusive Resorts for 2027: Tripadvisor's Best of the Best

Glenn Sunnquist

1 day ago

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Quick answer: For Tripadvisor's top-rated all-inclusives closest to home, look at Grand Velas Los Cabos and Grand Velas Riviera Maya. Secrets Maroma Beach and Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana are top adults-only picks, and Emerald Maldives is the world's #1 if you're planning a bucket-list splurge.

How these resorts were picked

Every resort on this list won Tripadvisor's 2026 Travelers' Choice Best of the Best award for all-inclusive resorts, which goes to fewer than 1% of the 8 million listings on the site. Winners are based on a full year of traveler reviews, so this is the most current ranking available as you plan a 2027 trip.

I picked the 10 that make the most sense for U.S. travelers and listed them in their world ranking order. Ratings and review counts are from Tripadvisor as of October 2026.

1. Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa, Maldives (#1 in the world)

Every beach and water villa here has its own private pool, and the resort's four restaurants are run by an executive chef. Guests rave about the snorkeling, the scuba diving and a staff that goes out of its way to make celebrations special.

Tripadvisor rating: 5.0 from 4,861 reviews
Best for: Honeymoons and once-in-a-lifetime trips
Good to know: The Maldives is a long trip from the U.S., so plan on a week or more.

2. Manta Island Resort, Belize (#3 in the world)

This private-island resort on Glovers Reef Atoll pairs modern bungalows with an infinity pool, a spa and fresh, creative meals. The focus is on the water, with snorkeling and local experiences built into your stay.

Tripadvisor rating: 5.0 from 665 reviews
Best for: Couples and adventurous travelers who want a remote island
Good to know: Belize is a short flight from the U.S., and the island is reached by boat.

3. Coco Plum Island Resort, Belize (#7 in the world)

A small private-island resort with its own beach, a pool with a view and plenty of snorkeling, diving and fishing. Reviewers single out the personal service and a kitchen that handles dietary needs well.

Tripadvisor rating: 5.0 from 2,849 reviews
Best for: Couples and small groups who want a laid-back island escape

4. Grand Velas Los Cabos, Mexico (#8 in the world)

Also ranked the #1 all-inclusive in Mexico. Suites come with private pools, and the resort adds infinity pools, a swim-up bar, a kids club and a world-class spa. Its Cocina de Autor restaurant holds a Michelin star, which tells you a lot about the food.

Tripadvisor rating: 5.0 from 2,501 reviews
Best for: Luxury travelers, couples and families
Good to know: This is the Pacific side, where the ocean can be rough for swimming, so the pools are the main draw.

5. Grand Velas Riviera Maya, Mexico (#11 in the world)

Ranked #2 in Mexico. Spacious suites with private plunge pools, a long list of restaurants and bars, and a spa with sauna and steam rooms. Like its sister resort in Cabo, its Cocina de Autor restaurant holds a Michelin star.

Tripadvisor rating: 4.8 from 7,011 reviews
Best for: Families and food lovers who want true luxury on the Caribbean side
Good to know: It's an easy transfer from the Cancun airport.

6. Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun, Mexico (#12 in the world)

Adults-only, on a secluded stretch of beach, with private-pool rooms, a spa, tennis and evening entertainment. With more than 26,000 reviews and still rated 4.8, it's one of the most consistently loved resorts in Mexico.

Tripadvisor rating: 4.8 from 26,037 reviews
Best for: Couples and honeymooners

7. Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, Mexico (#13 in the world)

On Mexico's Pacific coast near Puerto Vallarta, with an oceanfront infinity pool, ocean-view rooms with balconies, tennis, diving and excellent restaurants.

Tripadvisor rating: 4.8 from 4,856 reviews
Best for: Families and couples who want Pacific sunsets

8. Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana, Dominican Republic (#17 in the world)

Adults-only luxury with modern ocean-view rooms, an exclusive pool, a variety of restaurants and a high-end spa.

Tripadvisor rating: 4.9 from 9,760 reviews
Best for: Couples who want Caribbean luxury
Good to know: Punta Cana is one of the easiest Caribbean destinations to fly to from the U.S.

9. Ambergris Cay Private Island, Turks and Caicos (#18 in the world)

A private island where guests are looked after by personal butlers, with beachfront bungalows, heated plunge pools and activities from paddleboarding and snorkeling to deep-sea fishing and sailing.

Tripadvisor rating: 4.9 from 771 reviews
Best for: A splurge with total privacy. Families are welcome, and there's a kids club.

10. Sandals Royal Plantation, Jamaica (#19 in the world)

An all-suite, ocean-view resort in Ocho Rios with butler service, an excellent spa and a caviar and champagne bar. Like all Sandals resorts, it's for couples only.

Tripadvisor rating: 4.7 from 4,113 reviews
Best for: Couples
Good to know: Cruising to Jamaica instead? See our Ocho Rios cruise port guide.

Quick comparison

Resort	Location	World rank	Best for
Emerald Maldives	Maldives	#1	Honeymoons
Manta Island Resort	Belize	#3	Remote island
Coco Plum Island Resort	Belize	#7	Laid-back island
Grand Velas Los Cabos	Mexico (Pacific)	#8	Luxury, all ages
Grand Velas Riviera Maya	Mexico (Caribbean)	#11	Families, foodies
Secrets Maroma Beach	Mexico (Caribbean)	#12	Adults-only
Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit	Mexico (Pacific)	#13	Pacific sunsets
Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana	Dominican Republic	#17	Adults-only
Ambergris Cay	Turks and Caicos	#18	Privacy splurge
Sandals Royal Plantation	Jamaica	#19	Couples only

How to choose the right all-inclusive

Adults-only or family-friendly? This one decision narrows your list fast.
Flight time: Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Jamaica are the easiest from the Midwest. Belize and Turks and Caicos are close behind. The Maldives is a long-haul trip.
What's really included: Some resorts charge extra for premium dining, top-shelf drinks, spa treatments or excursions.
Beach or pool: Caribbean-side beaches are usually calmer for swimming than the Pacific side.
Room category: Swim-up rooms, private pools and butler service can change your whole stay, and they sell out first.

Booking tips for 2027

Book early for holidays and spring break. The best room types at top-ranked resorts go first.
Watch for promotions. Free nights, resort credits and room upgrades come up often. See our guide to
Planning a romantic trip? Read our
Use a travel advisor. I can compare resorts side by side, check what's really included and look for perks on your booking at no extra cost to you.

Frequently asked questions

What is the #1 all-inclusive resort in the world? In Tripadvisor's 2026 Travelers' Choice awards, Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa ranked #1 among all-inclusive resorts worldwide.

What is the best all-inclusive resort in Mexico? Grand Velas Los Cabos ranked #1 in Mexico, followed by Grand Velas Riviera Maya at #2.

Which of these resorts are adults-only? Secrets Maroma Beach, Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana and Sandals Royal Plantation are adults-only.

When will Tripadvisor announce its 2027 winners? Tripadvisor usually announces its Best of the Best hotel winners in early summer. The 2026 winners were announced in June 2026.

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