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Top 8 All-Inclusive Resorts in Akumal, Mexico

Akumal is a small beachfront resort community that lies between the towns of Playa del Carmen and Tulum, a little over 60 miles south of Cancun. Part of the popular Riviera Maya area, the name Akumal means “the place of the turtles,” which makes it a great place to snorkel alongside sea turtles as well as lots of tropical fish and other marine life in the calm bay that frames it. If you’re looking for all-inclusive accommodations for your stay in this peaceful area, these resorts offer the best of the best.

Luxury Bahia Principe Sian Ka'an Bahia Principe Luxury Sian Ka'an
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Luxury Bahia Principe Sian Ka'an

The Luxury Bahia Principe Sian Ka’an may host hundreds of suites, but it manages to retain the tranquil, relaxing feel of a boutique hotel. An adults-only resort and one of the best all-inclusives in Riviera Maya, it’s the most exclusive among the Mayan Riviera’s Bahia Principe resort complex, featuring a private beach area off-site with a beach bar and water sports like paddle surfing, kayaking and snorkeling as well as four swimming pools, four restaurants and five bars. Golfing enthusiasts get a special discount to play at the renowned Riviera Maya Golf Club, which boasts two distinct 18- and 9-hole courses that wind through the Mayan jungle dotted with cenotes and lakes. All guest rooms include lavish amenities, top-shelf minibars, and 24-hour room service. Some include private decks with hot tubs.

Key Amenities:

  • Private beach area off-site

  • Discount for golfing

  • 24-hour room service and waiter service

Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya Hotel & Spa Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya
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Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya Hotel & Spa

Once operated as two separate resorts, the Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya Hotel & Spa is an all-inclusive mega-resort in the ultimate Caribbean paradise. The resort is surrounded by breathtaking nature that includes a lush jungle, powder sugar-like sands edged by clear turquoise waters with coral reefs and an ancient Mayan ruin. It’s just about impossible to get bored here, with everything from swimming pools and a lazy river to beach games, snorkeling, diving, fishing, and even a dolphin park. Dining options are varied, too, with fabulous dishes served in eight restaurants and two buffet-style eateries, while the massive SPA Grand Sirenis is the ideal place to relax and refresh. Rooms include extra-spacious bathrooms with jetted tubs and spa showers, large comfy beds and sitting areas.

Key Amenities:

  • Pools with lazy river and separate kids’ area

  • Dining included in a-la-carte and buffet restaurants

  • Snorkeling, diving and dolphin park

Grand Palladium Kantenah Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort & Spa
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Grand Palladium Kantenah

The Grand Palladium resort complex is made up of five separate resorts, one of which includes the Grand Palladium Kantenah. The property shares space with the Colonial, though guests have access to all four of the other resorts’ amenities, including food, drink and entertainment. The Kantenah itself hosts nine a la carte theme restaurants with a wide selection of fare, five buffet-style eateries and other open-air services, along with dozens of bars that are spread throughout the complex. Guests also enjoy seven freshwater pools, a first-class spa and wellness center, and, after dark, the Sunset Boulevard Discotheque.

Key Amenities:

  • Access to all resort complex amenities

  • Freshwater pools and spa center

  • Dining at buffet and theme restaurants

Grand Palladium Colonial Grand Palladium Colonial Resort Spa
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Grand Palladium Colonial

As mentioned, the Colonial shares space with the Grand Palladium Kantenah, set within the huge massive five-resort complex. This higher-end property offers the same all-inclusive experience but with even more food and drink options. The package also includes all day and night activities, lots of wildlife, soft sand and coral-rock beaches, nature-filled grounds and a fabulous hydrotherapy-based spa with a gym. All rooms feature an array of welcoming touches like pillow menus and free minibar items as well as private outdoor spaces.

Key Amenities:

  • Access to all resort complex amenities

  • Hydrotherapy-based spa with gym

  • Soft sand and coral rock beaches

El Dorado Royale El Dorado Royale
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El Dorado Royale

An award-winning adults-only all-inclusive resort, the El Dorado Royale sits across a dazzling stretch of white sandy beach and offers luxe accommodation, with each suite including a beautiful Jacuzzi and a balcony or terrace with chaise lounges, and most enjoying wonderful ocean views. By booking a swim-up room, you’ll get direct access to the sprawling lazy river. There are a dozen pools to choose from, all with a variety of styles and amenities, from Jacuzzis, Balinese beds, and swim-up bars to traditional loungers, a beachfront pool, saltwater pool, water sports and hammocks.  The world-class Náay Spa is absolutely spectacular, introducing Mayan principles into its treatments – you can even order up an outdoor massage at sunrise, mimosa included. It’s hard to beat this property when it comes to dining, too, with nine a la carte restaurants, several snack bars, and dishes made with spices and vegetables grown right onsite at the 70,000-square-foot hydroponic greenhouse.

Key Amenities:

  • Adults-only gourmet inclusive packages

  • Swim-up rooms with Jacuzzis

  • Spa with Mayan treatments

Grand Bahia Principe Tulum Bahia Principe Grand Tulum
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Grand Bahia Principe Tulum

This large, all-inclusive resort offers a gorgeous beach and a party vibe that’s not too over-the-top for those that want to let loose without getting overly wild. Its spacious rooms with a tropical feel include minibars and private outdoor spaces. Guests can also take advantage of two swimming pools, a spa with a variety of massages, rituals and treatments, ten restaurants and bars, as well as a Dolphinarium, and access to the Hacienda shopping plaza and golf club. The pools feature swim-up bars and surrounding loungers with palapas and also host activities like water polo and volleyball.

Key Amenities:

  • Spa with massages and rituals

  • Pools with swim-up bars and palapas

  • Dolphinarium access

Grand Oasis Tulum Grand Oasis Tulum
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Grand Oasis Tulum

The Grand Oasis Tulum is one of the best all-inclusives in the area. It hosts contemporary, spacious rooms with beach, pool or garden views, some of which are oceanfront and include luxuries like high-end toiletries, spa showers and private beach decks with hot tubs. There are five pools, two with swim-up bars, a private beach area, several restaurants and numerous bars. Its on-site spa offers an extensive selection of treatments and a traditional Mayan sauna, while the kids’ club can help keep the little ones happy and having fun as parents enjoy some alone time.

Key Amenities:

  • Private beach decks with hot tubs

  • Traditional Mayan sauna

  • Kid-friendly packages with kids’ club

Akumal Bay Beach & Wellness Resort Akumal Bay Beach & Wellness Resort
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Akumal Bay Beach & Wellness Resort

The Akumal Bay Beach and Wellness Resort sits alongside a vast expanse of unspoiled sands framed by clear azure waters. A luxury all-inclusive, it has a tranquil, relaxed vibe, ideal for those who want to spend their days napping on a hammock, reading a book on the beach or taking a refreshing dip in one of the relaxing oceanfront pools. The property hosts four a la carte restaurants, a large buffet-style eatery, a 24-hour snack bar, and a sushi bar, along with multiple bars and a spa and wellness center. The rooms are all Junior Suites and feature upscale amenities that include outdoor hot tubs and oceanfront views – book a penthouse, and you’ll enjoy its expansive rooftop terraces with breathtaking panoramic views of the water.

Key Amenities:

  • Spa and wellness center

  • 24-hour snack bar and room service

  • White-sand beach with snorkeling

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