People go to Mexico to relax, get a tan and party. Since working in the travel industry I learnt who likes where/why. Personally, I wouldn't choose going to an all-inclusive over a backpacking trip (and yes I'd backpack Mexico hands down), however people still love the comfort a resort can give them. These are my top recommended choices for all-inclusive resorts in Mexico.
Cancun:
Top Budget
- Grand Oasis Cancun
- Grand Oasis Palm
- Reflect Krystal Grand Cancun
- Riu Resort Chain
Top Mid-Range
- Melody Maker
- Panama Jack
- Iberostar Cancun
Top High-End
- Hardrock Secrets/Dreams
- Moon Palace
- Hyatt Ziva Cancun
- Le Blanc Spa Resort
AVOID: Bel Air
Riviera Maya:
Top Budget
- Grand Riviera Princess
- Marina El Cid
- Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya
Top Mid-Range
- Now Properties
- Panama Jack Playa Del Carmen
- Platinum Yucatan Princes All Suites
- Ocean Riviera Paradise
- Bahia Resorts
Top High-End
- Hard Rock
- El Dorado Royale
- Unico
- Diamond Luxury Boutique Hotel
- Palafitos Overwater Bungalows At El Dorado Maroma
AVOID: Blue Bay Grand Esmeralda
Puerto Vallarta:
Top Budget:
- Sunscape
- Hacienda Buenaventura
- Grand Palladium Resort
- Reflect Krystal Grand Nuevo Vallarta
- Royal Decameron
Top Mid-Range
- Melia Resorts
- Grand Fiesta Americana
- Iberostar Properties
- Barcelo Puerto Vallarta
Top High-End
- Now Amber
- Hardrock Hotel
- Villa La Estancia Beach Rst & Spa
AVOID: Krystal
Los Cabos:
Top Budget
- Royal Solaris
- Royal Decameron Los Cabos
- Reflect Krystal Grand
Top Mid-Range
- Riu Properties
- Villa Dell Palmar Beach Resort & Spa - Hacienda Encantada Resort & Spa
Top High-End
- Hyatt Ziva
- Secrets/Dreams
- Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Golf & Spa
AVOID: Holiday Inn