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7 of Our Best All-Inclusive Resorts for 2019

BY: Groupon Editors |Jun 26, 2017

Sometimes, you need to get out of the city and go find a palm-tree-laden beach, someplace where the waiters will bring you those colorful drinks with the little umbrellas in them. These paradises have a name, and they're called all-inclusive resorts, typically beach hotels where you can eat and drink to your belly's content. But what are the best all-inclusive resorts, the ones with picture-perfect locations and a number of activities? We put together this list of not just the best all-inclusive resorts, but the world's best resorts to help you out:

 

Senses Riviera Maya by Artisan | Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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This 4-star adults-only resort occupies an enviable spot along the coast, featuring an ocean-facing pool. For killer views while you relax, just head up to the rooftop where hot tubs overlook the sea. Wanna go for ultimate luxury? Book a suite, which includes an in-room jetted tub and private terrace with its own plunge pool.

 

The Tropical at Lifestyle Holidays Vacation Resort | Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

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This 4-star Turks & Caicos resort features a collection of three spas, spacious suites overlooking the ocean, and barefoot dining at the onsite restaurant Asú on the Beach, which visitors love for its sunset dinners. But what makes Alexandra Resort stand out are its exclusive island tours, including a snorkeling and conch cruise.

 

Omni Cancun Hotel & Villas | Cancún, Mexico

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Like all Hard Rock Hotels, the Cancún outpost features the Sound of Your Stay program, meaning you can borrow a Fender electric guitar or DJ-mixing software for free. But unlike other Hard Rock Hotels, this 4.5-star resort puts you right along a Riveria Maya beach. Plus, there are nine upscale restaurants, nightly live music and/or karaoke, and a sleek infinity pool.

 

Sonesta Ocean Point Resort | Sint Maarten

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This 5-star resort welcomes you just how you’d expect: with a glass of champagne, of course. Thanks to it’s fantastic location perched on a romantic cliffside, you can catch the sunset no matter which way you look at the Sunset Lounge & Bar. Our favorite perk, though? The private beach.

 

Hotel Marina El Cid Spa | Puerto Morelos, Mexico

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Tucked between Playa del Carmen and Cancún, the 4-star Hotel Marina El Cid Spa appeals to vacationers who have already been to a number of all-inclusive Caribbean resorts. Visitors here love to walk along the seaport of Puerto Morelos and watch fisherman haul in the day's catch. Back at the resort, they can roam amid a 22,000-square-foot pool, eat at five restaurants, drink at six bars, and enjoy a Mayan-themed massage at the spa.

 

Cofresi Palm Beach and Spa Resort | Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

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It's impossible to be bored here, since the all-inclusive package at this adults-only resort offers access to tons of activities. Start by diving into an introductory scuba-diving course, then go tee off at a 9-hole golf course, and finish the evening dancing at the ICE Nightclub. When you've exhausted nearly all your options, you can play with the sea lions next door at the Ocean World complex, or grab a bite at one of 11—yes, 11!—restaurants.

 

Mia Reef Isla Mujeres | Isla Mujeres, Mexico

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If Cancún draws you in with its beautiful coastline, but its rambunctious party atmosphere pushes you away, consider taking a 15-minute boat ride to the Mia Reef Resort on Isla Mujeres. The quiet, breezy island features only a handful of all-inclusive resorts, ensuring an intimate, peaceful Caribbean getaway. And its location at the tip of the island means you can savor both sunrise and sunset views over the ocean.

 

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