In this guide, we’ll give you some insights into some of the world’s best 5-star all-inclusive holiday destinations. From Greece’s Ionian coast to the tranquil waters of the Maldives, we’ve scoured the globe to find you the ultimate resorts.
We hope this guide will help you find the perfect destination for an unforgettable luxury vacation. And once you’ve chosen your next travel destination, consider booking with Trazler, an online platform that helps you build a seamless trip in a few clicks!
So get ready to be enticed by lavish accommodations, world-class dining, and unique features that make each resort a standout vacation destination.
Ikos Dassia
Location: Corfu, Greece
Ikos Dassia is a high-end, all-inclusive resort that offers stunning views of the Ionian coast. This resort is family-friendly, with a dedicated Kid’s Club that offers activities for various age groups.
Room Amenities
The resort is home to 403 rooms and many of these accommodations have private gardens, individual pools, and beachfront views. The rooms also come equipped with high-end amenities like smart TVs, Nespresso machines, and fully-stocked mini-bars.
Hotel Amenities
In terms of dining, Ikos Dassia features 7 a la carte restaurants with menus curated by Michelin-starred chefs. The resort also has an impressive spa facility, a heated indoor pool, a hammam, and a fitness studio.
Guests who want to stay active can participate in tennis, beach volleyball, aqua aerobics, yoga, and canoeing for recreation. Water sports, biking, and excursions can also be arranged.
Evening entertainment, including shows and live music, keeps the atmosphere lively after sunset.
Unique Property Features
One remarkable feature of Ikos Dassia is the ‘Local Discovery’ program which offers a complimentary car for a day to explore the island. Guests can also take advantage of a yacht excursion and tickets to nearby museums.
Their innovative ‘Dine-Out’ program also allows guests to enjoy local cuisine at selected locations in Corfu at no additional cost.
Rixos Premium Belek
Location: Belek, Turkey
Rixos Premium Belek is an all-inclusive luxury resort situated on the Turkish Riviera. The resort is family-friendly and offers the Rixy Club, a dedicated area offering activities and entertainment for children of all ages.
Room Amenities
The resort has 700 rooms and suites with views of the Mediterranean Sea or the resort’s landscaped gardens. For those seeking a little more privacy, there are also villas with private pools and direct beach access.
All rooms also come with a fully stocked mini-bar, a desk area for work, and TVs equipped with video games.
Hotel Amenities
Guests can enjoy 7 restaurants with diverse cuisines, as well as 6 different bars. And for wellness, the resort has a premium spa that is accompanied by a Turkish bath, steam rooms, sauna, and a fitness center.
The resort has a private beach along with multiple swimming pools and a center for water sports. There are also facilities for tennis, football, and beach volleyball. Guests looking for a round of golf can enjoy the nearby Montgomerie Maxx Royal Golf Club during their stay.
Guests can also expect vibrant nightlife with live performances, music, and shows held daily.
Unique Property Features
This resort is home to the Troy Aqua Park and Dolphinarium where guests can enjoy water rides and watch dolphin shows.
Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun
Location: Cancun, Mexico
Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun is located on Cancun’s world-renowned beach. This is an adults-only, all-inclusive resort that offers an unrivalled mix of luxury, tranquillity, and fun.
Room Amenities
The resort features 412 suites, and each suite comes equipped with a jacuzzi, a private terrace or balcony, and a fully-stocked mini-bar. Many suites also offer spectacular ocean views or swim-out access to one of the many pools.
Hotel Amenities
The resort boasts 7 gourmet restaurants, a buffet venue, a café, and a grill. There are also 9 bars and lounges that serve unlimited top-shelf spirits, giving guests plenty of options for where they want to unwind.
The resort’s spa offers a range of treatments, as well as a hydrotherapy circuit, and a full-service beauty salon. There is also an updated fitness center, tennis courts, water sports facilities, and a range of fitness classes.
The resort also offers non-fitness classes like dance classes and Spanish language classes. And if guests ever want to venture out, nearby Playa del Carmen offers shopping, dining, and nightlife.
Unique Property Features
This resort keeps guests entertained with its open-air theatre, theme party nights, and movies under the stars. Guests also have free access to nearby sister properties for even more options.
OZEN Reserve Bolifushi
Location: Bolifushi, Maldives
OZEN Reserve Bolifushi is a luxury all-inclusive resort located in the Maldives. This resort is family-friendly and parents can take advantage of the Kids Club and Teen Lounge.
Room Amenities
The resort has 90 villas and suites, and each villa has a private pool and direct access to the lagoon or the beach. Each room also has a fully stocked mini-bar, spacious bathrooms, and a deck/terrace.
Hotel Amenities
The resort houses 5 world-class restaurants and 2 bars that serve a range of international cuisines. The unique ‘The Reserve™ Plan’ package also includes fine wines and cheeses at Wine Library & Bar and underwater dining at Minus Six Meters.
The resort’s spa provides a wide range of therapies and treatments that are both Eastern and Western traditions. Other amenities include a fully equipped gym, a beauty salon, and wellness classes for yoga and meditation.
Due to its waterfront location, the resort offers a private beach and a variety of water sports like snorkelling, diving, jet-skiing, and sunset fishing.
Unique Property Features
Some of OZEN Reserve Bolifushi’s standout amenities include access to a personal butler, a dedicated buggy, and the ability to customize your stay according to your personal preferences. The resort also hosts a certified PADI dive center and provides excursions to the surrounding coral reefs.
Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Al Maha is a luxury resort situated in the heart of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Al Maha is family-friendly, but children under 10 are not allowed in the resort.
Room Amenities
The resort features 42 private suites, and each suite has a temperature-controlled pool with stunning views of the desert landscape. Each suite also has its own sitting area and private outdoor space
Hotel Amenities
The hotel offers the Al Diwaan restaurant, which provides a highly personalized dining experience where guests enjoy meals with panoramic views of the reserve. Private dining can also be arranged at a secluded spot in the dunes for a special dinner under the stars.
For relaxation, guests can enjoy spa treatments and therapies inspired by Middle Eastern and Southeast Asian aromatherapy traditions. The spa also includes a fitness center and a large pool for guests to stay active.
Guests should take advantage of the wide range of desert activities the resort provides. These include desert safaris, wildlife observation, horseback riding, archery, camel rides, and Bedouin storytelling around a campfire.
Unique Property Features
Each suite comes with a dedicated Guest Experience Maker who takes care of everything from arranging activities to ensuring comfort within the suite. The resort also offers complimentary transfers from Dubai International Airport.
Salinas de Maragogi
Location: Maragogi, Brazil
Salinas de Maragogi, one of Brazil’s best resorts, is located on the beautiful coast of Alagoas. This all-inclusive resort is family-friendly and has a dedicated kid’s club, though there are some adult-only areas of the resort.
Room Amenities
The resort offers over 200 rooms and suites, and each accommodation has a private balcony or terrace with breathtaking ocean or garden views. The offered rooms are handicap accessible, and each room also comes with its own mini-bar and workspace.
Hotel Amenities
For dining, guests can choose to eat at the resort’s main buffet, the grill, or one of the 2 a la carte restaurants. There are also 3 bars that serve beverages, snacks, and desserts for travelers to enjoy between meal times.
Salinas de Maragogi has recreational facilities for both adults and children. There are multiple swimming pools, including a kid-friendly pool and an adults-only pool. The resort also has a private beach, which is commonly used for relaxation (after the spa of course!).
For those looking to stay active, Salinas de Maragogi offers fitness classes, beach volleyball games, and dance lessons. Guests can also stay active on the water by snorkelling, diving, or kayaking.
Unique Property Features
One of the resort’s most unique features is its location within the Costa dos Corais, a marine preservation housing the second-largest coral reef in the world.
Another unique feature is the resort’s “Taieira Restaurant”, which is one of the largest restaurants in Latin America. The restaurant can serve up to 1,000 guests at a time and many dishes are created using locally-sourced ingredients.
So there you have it, Trazler’s top picks for 5-star all-inclusive holidays from around the world. Each of these resorts promises an unforgettable experience, no matter which one you choose!
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