Couples

Plan a Stress-Free Romantic Escape at These All-Inclusive Resorts

by Justine Harrington

Photograph by Justine Harrington

Treasure Beach resort beach with clear water and sandy shores.

Plan the perfect getaway at one of these all inclusive resorts. (Photo: Marriott International)

Busy trips with your partner that have you constantly on the move — making dinner reservations, finding excursions and exploring new beaches — can at times be a rewarding way to travel. But trips like that can also be exhausting. 

If you’d prefer pure relaxation, look to an all-inclusive resort. This worry-free getaway can provide the perfect way to reconnect, explore, and keep the spark alive. The sand, sea, and free-flowing drinks have a way of doing that. 

And of course, you’ll be spending that time together in tropical paradise.

The five resorts on this list offer sun-kissed beaches, oceanside luxury and perfectly calming escapes. As always, check for travel guidelines and closures before planning your trip.

Find Respite in Riviera Nayarit

Delta Hotels Riviera Nayarit in the jungle of Mexico while sun is rising in the background
Escape into the jungles of Mexico at Delta Hotels Riviera Nayarit. (Photo: Marriott International)

Located on Mexico’s Pacific coast, a forested, rugged region known for gigantic waves and stunning slices of sand, Delta Hotels Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort boasts swoonworthy scenery that stays with you long after you’ve returned home.

Nestled in tropical hills and lush vegetation, the resort is within easy reach of the jungle, the Sierra Madre Mountains, and local beaches. Vacationing couples have their pick of nature-inspired treatments (including a couples massage) at Tzicuri Spa, as well as yoga and wellness offerings, and a wide variety of restaurants artfully blending local and international flavors.

Island Vibes Await in Barbados

Find the perfect island escape on Barbados’ west coast at Waves Resort & Spa Barbados An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort.

The Spa at Wave offers an adults-only haven with an array of locally-sourced ingredients and herbology facials and massages. Couples can also unwind in the yoga pavilion and meditation garden, a guided morning beach walk, or the Release at Sunset ritual on a waterfront balcony. For those craving a thrill, the resort has plenty to offer—hop on a jet ski, ride a tube or water skis behind the boat, or explore the bay by snorkel or kayak.

Embrace Island Tranquility on Isla Mujeres

Set on picturesque Isla Mujeres, Almare, a Luxury Collection Resort, Isla Mujeres Cancun, Adult All-Inclusive feels far removed from daily worries. Just seven miles off the coast of Cancun, Isla Mujeres is known for its rich ancient history, biodiversity, and Northern Hemisphere’s largest coral reef.

This luxe retreat is the perfect place to partake in local experiences or flavors, including mezcal tastings, cacao experiences, Tikin Xic – an incredible local seafood dish, or a Sunrise Run to the island’s vistas. To see the island’s nature from a different view, take in the sights from a complimentary watercraft, or find a panoramic overlook at the rooftop infinity pool.

And you can find your perfect island peace at ALMA Spa, offering seven rooms of luxury experiences and lessons in the art of massage – a perfect gift to bring back home.

Seek an Adults-Only Escape

Pool and swinging chair at Treasure Beach Art Hotel, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort Treasure Beach
Enjoy an adults-only getaway at Treasure Beach Art Hotel, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort. (Photo: Marriott International)

Alluring seaside energy awaits you at Treasure Beach Art Hotel, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort, a bayside adults-only resort on Barbados’ west coast.

The art adorning every room, local artisan shows, and island art tours, this peaceful, adult-only resort features makes for an expertly crafted vacation. The intimate 35-suite resort also provides a stunning natural escape, with complimentary water sports and oceanfront views made for two.

After a bespoke day of beauty, wind down with a poolside wine-tasting before retiring to your luxurious suite.

Escape to a Costa Rican Retreat

Outdoor lounge at the Westin Reserva Conchal.
Catch up on relaxation with your sweetheart at the Westin Reserva Conchal. (Photo: Marriott International)

At The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa, it is all about utter relaxation in nature. This Costa Rican retreat is situated directly between biodiverse jungles and the alluring beaches of Guanacaste’s Playa Conchal — it’s a verdant paradise with colors so vivid they appear hand painted. 

A rejuvenating spa treatment for two is in order, as is a refreshing dip in the expansive lagoon-style swimming pool. The resort is also known for its 18-hole golf course with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, perfect for couples who want to get a round in during their stay. When you’re surrounded by natural beauty of this magnitude, letting go of life’s everyday stressors just comes naturally.