Tulum, Mexico, is a gem tucked away on the Yucatán Peninsula, brimming with stunning all-inclusive resorts. After a deep dive into the options, I found 10 resorts, all of them all-inclusive. Of these, 4 are adults-only, while the other 6 are family-friendly. You’ll soon find yourself lounging on pristine beaches with crystal-clear water and enjoying top-tier amenities like infinity pools and gourmet dining—all without worrying about the bill.
The beach, however, remains the main draw, thanks to sands as smooth as flour, gently rumbling palm trees, and sparkling cobalt blue seas. Add in seafood shacks where you can go barefoot, morning yoga classes on the waterfront, and unforgettable snorkeling, and you’ll know that you’ve arrived in paradise.
Ten all-inclusive options are worth exploring in Tulum and its nearby surroundings. Here is our list of the top 10 most recommended Tulum all-inclusive resorts.
All-Inclusive Resorts in Tulum
Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal
Bahia Principe Luxury Sian Ka’an
UNICO 20° 87° Hotel Riviera Maya
Grand Palladium White Sand Resort & Spa
Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort & Spa
Dreams Tulum Resort and Spa
Five minutes from downtown Tulum, Dreams Tulum Resort and Spa is widely regarded as the top all-inclusive resort in the area. Spread across 44 acres, Dreams is an AAA Four Diamond award-winning resort. While the resort is family-friendly, it’s “adults only”-friendly as well, included a private and well-appointed section for adults only.
Each suite and room has balconies or terraces, private patios, luxurious amenities, and stunning tropical landscape views. Rooms also have a fully-stocked minibar, cable television with an iPod docking station, and free WiFi.
There are nine bars and restaurants, so there are plenty of international dining options on-site. Look at El Patio for à la carte Mexican cuisine in a lively ambiance and Himitsu for pan-Asian dishes. Go to Manatees, a swim-up bar, to enjoy refreshing drinks or a smoky fruit smoothie, or to the Sky Sports Bar, where games are splashed on LED HD televisions. Unlimited Luxury benefits allow guests to indulge in unlimited food and drinks at these bars and restaurants.
Enjoy a splash at two outdoor pools and a kids’ water park. Visit the Spa by Pevonia to pamper yourself in a Hydrotherapy Room, receive a massage under a beachside palapa or glass exterior cabin, or relax with a facial.
Dreams is only four miles northeast of Tulum’s well-known Mayan ruins, making it an ideal base for those who want to explore.
Other amenities include dancing and Spanish lessons, weekly pool parties, and an introduction to scuba diving. Golfers can begin their day by hitting holes at the Riviera Maya Golf Club, located in the Riviera Maya Golf Club, one of the Robert Trent Jones II courses. Meanwhile, budding adventurers (ages 3-12) can enjoy the outdoors at this resort’s Explorer’s Club.
Barceló Maya Riviera
Barcelo Maya Riviera, an adults-only resort, is close to the spectacular Xpu-Ita Beach and is among the most exclusive resorts in Tulum, with a sophisticated atmosphere and world-class amenities.
Each of the resort’s 850 rooms has a terrace and hydromassage bathtub; more than 500 have oceanfront views, and 110 have private pools. Those not overlooking the ocean offer lush garden views.
Barcelo’s infinity pool is the largest in Riviera Maya, and its seven other pools include shallow kids’ areas, semi-Olympic pools, and adults-only pools.
Dine at any of the five on-site restaurants and five bars. Check out the Sapporo Nikkei Experience, which serves Japanese and Peruvian food, and stop at the Dolce Vita for delicious Italian food or Agave for the most authentic taqueria serving Mexican dishes. Two bars are swim-up bars, and the Music Bar features live DJ music and a wide variety of cocktails. The Pool Bar serves drinks in front of the sea.
Additional amenities include tennis courts, a fitness center, and a U-Spa Wellness and Fitness Center. For other entertainment, there are themed nights such as taco nights and a bowling alley.
Kore Tulum Retreat and Spa Resort
Kore Tulum Retreat and Spa Resort, an all-inclusive, adults-only beauty and health resort, is about 41 miles south of Playa del Carmen and promotes wellness and health. Its 94 elegant and spacious suites are decorated in a neutral palette, and each has jacuzzis, rain showers, flat-screen televisions, minibars, and views of gardens or the Caribbean.
You can enjoy three on-site restaurants as well as a bar in the pool. Nirvana Restaurant offers an à la carte breakfast and fresh local cuisine, while La Galeria is a cafeteria-style restaurant that lets you relax with a good book while listening to music. Their menu includes specialty coffees, teas, pastries, bread, and cookies. The Shangri-La restaurant offers Mexican, Italian, and Asian cuisine. Finally, the Pool Bar serves drinks and snacks with spaces to relax.
Relax by the stunning infinity pool or go for a bike ride. Other activities including capoeira or yoga at the beach, free bike rental, and a complete fitness center. Visit the Mayan ruins, stroll through the city of Tulum three miles to the north, or rejuvenate at the Spa Center. The spa offers ten treatment cabins for couples, a sauna, and steam baths. Kore Tulum also has a temazcal, or Mayan sweat lodge included for those who want to experience the spiritual ceremony at a small extra cost.
Recent guests praised Kore Tulum’s gorgeously maintained grounds and relaxing ambiance and said that the front desk staff were friendly and accommodating to any requests.
Bahia Principe Grand Tulum
Around 18 minutes from central Tulum, Bahia Principe Grand Tulum is located on beautiful beaches, its design inspired by nature and Mayan culture. With its top-of-the-line amenities, the resort is known for being one of the top all-inclusive resorts for families in Tulum.
As part of the Grand Bahia Principe Complex, guests can take advantage of all four resorts in the group: the Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal, Bahia Principe Grand Coba, Bahia Principe Grand Tulum, and Bahia Principe Luxury Sian Ka’an: in total adding up to 24 restaurants, 25 bars, and 12 swimming pools are included
Minimalist and elegant rooms are large, well-maintained, modern, and functional, using textures and materials honoring Mayan civilization. Premium Superior rooms and Suites can host up to four or five guests.
The food at any of the resort’s 13 bars and restaurants is fantastic, and Yucatan Restaurant offers an international buffet restaurant with flair, while the Tequila Restaurant serves traditional Mexican dishes. If you’re looking for Italian, take a moment to stop by the renowned Cozumel Restaurant. The Pool Bar or Beach Bar has an array of refreshing drinks.
Enjoy three pools, relax on the beach, play on the nearby golf course with 36 holes, or visit the elegant pool deck with whirlpool bathtubs. Additional amenities include a fitness and wellness center and the Bahia Spa, where you can enjoy an appointment for a massage or body treatment, such as the luxurious Mayan Chocolate Dreams treatment. The resort also offers a children’s club, a kids’ water park, and a teen’s club, ideal for parents looking for an hour of their own!
Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal
With its prime beachfront location, this family-friendly, all-inclusive resort is great for fun. As part of the Grand Bahia Principe Complex, guests can take advantage of all four resorts in the group including the Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal, Bahia Principe Grand Coba, Bahia Principe Grand Tulum, and Bahia Principe Luxury Sian Ka’an: in total adding up to 24 restaurants, 25 bars, and 12 swimming pools.
Luxury Akumal’s 758 rooms each has the option of a canopy bed, a hydromassage bathtub, and a pillow menu. Also available are private balconies, terraces, flat-screen TVs, wireless internet access, and minibars replenished daily with alcohol-free drinks.
You can dine at any of the seven restaurants on-site or hang out at 9 bars and lounges. Food and beverages are included in the resort’s all-inclusive prices and offer a diverse range, from traditional Mexican food to Japanese teppanyaki. Look at Gran Tortuga Restaurant for tableside Brazillian barbecued meat and the Riviera Restaurant for a buffet of international cuisine.
Relax and enjoy the gorgeous white sand beaches and the stunning turquoise waters, or relax at one of the resort’s three beautiful pools.
Other amenities include the Kids’ Club or Teen Club for families and a water park and shows for children. Other enjoyable activities like dancing, tennis, volleyball, and golf are equally available.
The Bahia Spa in Akumal offers agave treatments using the Mexican Tequila Plant and special Bahia Spa Mayan massages.
Bahia Principe Luxury Sian Ka’an
If you’re searching for an extravagant and exclusive adult-only paradise on the sun-drenched Riviera Maya, look no further than the Luxury Bahia Principe Sian Ka’an, designed with modern architecture within the Mayan jungle of Sian Ka’an. This tranquil retreat is located 15 miles from Tulum.
As part of the Grand Bahia Principe Complex, guests can take advantage of all four resorts in the group: the Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal, Bahia Principe Grand Coba, Bahia Principe Grand Tulum, and Bahia Principe Luxury Sian Ka’an: in total adding up to 24 restaurants, 25 bars, and 12 swimming pools.
The 420 minimalist suites include balconies, living rooms, and satellite televisions. The Superior Garden and Superior Penthouse rooms also come with terraces equipped with outdoor jacuzzis.
One of the best ways to discover the property highlights is to walk around and stop for a bite in any of the four eateries or five bars. Sun lovers will be happy to learn that the hotel provides complimentary shuttles to the beach strip in the Grand Bahia Principe Riviera Maya Resort Complex, situated just a little over 7 miles to the northeast to the west of the hotel.
You can enjoy complimentary water sports like kayaking, windsurfing, snorkeling, and more. Are you looking to stay on land? You can enjoy free green charges at Riviera Maya Golf Course, an 18-hole course designed by Robert Trent Jones II. If you’re looking to relax after a busy day, you can relax in one of the four pools or get an energizing massage at the spa.
UNICO 20° 87° Hotel Riviera Maya
About 25 minutes to the north of Tulum, you’ll find one of the top all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, Unico 20° 87° Hotel Riviera Maya. This adult-only resort is immersed in and inspired by the area’s traditions, situated on a bay of mild and warm turquoise water to swim in.
Rooms at Unico 20°N 87°W Hotel Riviera Maya incorporate the Riviera Maya’s character, using locally sourced materials. The feel of the decor, while modern, also honors the region’s rustic history. Rooms have terraces, which have soak tubs or plunge l. There are even swimming rooms available! Each room also comes with rain showers, comfortable bathrobes, and slippers included to enjoy your stay.
Six on-site restaurants and three bars offer a fantastic range of dining and beverage options, ranging from Japanese at Mura House and Italian dishes at Mi Carissa to traditional Mexican dishes at Cueva Siete. The Palmera Lounge serves impressive cocktails and cigar bars. Restaurants and bars range from fine dining to casual beachside sites.
Lounge around the three outdoor pools or sip an ice-cold drink at one of two swim-up bars. Additional amenities include the Esencia Wellness Spa, the fitness center, and an all-inclusive beauty salon and barbershop. However, there’s even more. Local tours, such as the cenote tours, invite guests to explore the region’s ruin sites and to do activities such as ziplining.
Grand Oasis Tulum
The newly renovated Grand Oasis Tulum is another all-inclusive resort in Akumal Beach. It is ten minutes from the Mayan archeological site of Tulum and close to the Chichen Itza Mayan ruins, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Grand Oasis Tulum is also close to two eco theme parks and 15 miles from the Playa del Carmen. If you’re looking for more of a drive, make an hour-long trip towards either The Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve or Cancun.
The resort’s 228 rooms are modern, with Mexican-themed interiors, and have balconies with either garden or sea views. All rooms are air-conditioned and come with safes for valuables, a flat-screen cable TV to watch movies, minibars with soda, beer, and bottled water, and complimentary bathroom amenities included
There are many options for dining, including delicious Mexican, Asian, and Mediterranean restaurants. The guests at the resort can also take advantage of the nine bars, including the poolside bars and lounges.
Other amenities include two spas, two pools, a Kid’s Club, tennis courts, a gym, and a sauna with a steam room. Contact the tour guide at the desk for assistance in participating in activities such as snorkeling and diving.
Grand Palladium White Sand Resort & Spa
Along the coast of the Riviera Maya, Grand Palladium White Sand Resort & Spa is located between Tulum and Playa del Carmen on a half-mile stretch of beautiful tropical beach. The all-inclusive resort includes a range of activities for everyone, from couples to friends and families.
Guests staying at Grand Palladium White Sand Resort & Spa can enjoy the wide selection of pools, restaurants, and other shared facilities with the Palladium’s other two hotels, Grand Palladium Colonial Resort & Spa and Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort & Spa.
White Sand’s 264 suites are spacious, having decor imbued with a Mayan feel. A free shuttle train connects rooms to the resort’s various facilities. Guests have reported that the suites, with terraces, satellite televisions, and large hydromassage bathtubs, are perfect for families traveling together.
Nine themed restaurants, five show-cooking restaurants, and 21 bars are in the Palladium complex, ranging from Italian and Mediterranean cuisine at The Portofino Restaurant to steak at El Dorado.
The complex’s six pools range from kid-free pools to a water park for kids, which offers colorful slides and a shallow pool. Other amenities are the mini golf course, archery, beach volleyball, catamaran rides on the lake, and the Zentropía Spa & Wellness center, which has a gym, jacuzzi, sauna, and vapor baths. Spa services, however, aren’t covered in all-inclusive packages.
The beach at the Riviera Maya coastline is beautiful and well-maintained. However, you’ll be charged extra for water equipment for sports.
Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort & Spa
Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort & Spa is perfect for families, friends, or couples.
Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort & Spa is also part of the Palladium complex, so guests can enjoy the wide selection of pools, restaurants, and other shared facilities of the Palladium’s other two hotels, Grand Palladium Colonial Resort & Spa and Grand Palladium White Sand Resort & Spa.
After a day in the sun, relax in Kantenah’s Spanish colonial-style accommodations. Standard rooms are equipped with terraces and minibars, and all 422 rooms are spacious, modern, and fully equipped. Previous guests have warned that noise levels on lower floors can be transferred into guest rooms. For peace and tranquility, travelers should request a room located on one of the floors above, away from the floor-level noise.
If you’re seeking an array of amenities and dining choices, take your pick from 13 restaurants as well as 13 bars and four pools scattered all over the Grand Palladium complex.
Even though you’ll have to give up the comfort of a boutique, low-key experience, guests have said that the sprawling property offers a wide array of all-inclusive activities, including volleyball, archery, and miniature golf. A few recent guests have complained that the sprawling property is a little hard to find, despite many maps and signage throughout the property.
