What Does All-Inclusive Mean in Cabo San Lucas? Is It Worth It?

Planning on taking a vacation to Cabo San Lucas soon? If you’re planning to stay at one of the dozens of luxury resorts in Los Cabos, you might be trying to decide whether it’s worth it to book the all-inclusive package… and wondering what’s actually included in an all-inclusive vacation.

Keep reading to understand what you can expect when booking an all-inclusive package in Cabo, and how to determine if this vacation style is right for you!

What’s Included in an All-Inclusive Package in Cabo San Lucas?

An all-inclusive vacation package at a resort in Cabo San Lucas generally means that you pay a fixed price that covers a wide range of amenities and services, including accommodations, meals, drinks, and entertainment. In addition to lodging, here’s what you can expect in an all-inclusive vacation plan:

Dining

The top reason that most travelers choose an all-inclusive vacation package is for the inclusion of three meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) and snacks in the cost of the vacation package. Depending on the resort, meals will either be served à la carte or buffet-style at the resort’s restaurants, and some packages even include room service for some (or all) meals.

Drinks

Most all-inclusive packages in Cabo offer two plans: a plan that includes beer, wine, and alcoholic drinks made with liquors from the international bar, which is more expensive, and a plan that offers unlimited soft drinks, coffee, and tea (but no alcohol) for a cheaper rate.

The all-inclusive plan with alcohol is usually the most popular. However, the plan without alcohol is a great option for individuals who do not drink or who are below the legal drinking age in Cabo San Lucas.

Entertainment

Some resorts in Cabo offer entertainment for all-inclusive resort guests. This can include anything from dinner buffets and shows to fitness classes and water sports, depending on the resort.

Amenities

All-inclusive packages include access to all the resort’s amenities, such as swimming pools, hot tubs, sports courts (including tennis and pickleball courts), fitness centers, and more. These amenities are also shared with hotel guests without an all-inclusive package.

Services

While most all-inclusive packages offer basic resort services, such as room service, concierge services, and housekeeping, some resorts provide additional perks in their all-inclusive packages, including childcare or supervised children’s programs.

Related: Cabo Dining & Nightlife Visitor Guide

What’s Not Included in an All-Inclusive Vacation Package?

When some travelers hear “all-inclusive,” they assume every aspect of their vacation is included in the cost of the all-inclusive package — but this isn’t necessarily the case.

While all-inclusive packages include your stay at the hotel and may include transportation to and from the airport, they do not include the cost of flights or rental cars. Off-site excursions and activities often incur an extra charge, as do top-shelf alcoholic beverages, spa treatments, and certain à la carte meals.

Remember, all-inclusive vacation packages vary by resort, so be sure to look into the details of your specific property to learn what is included before finalizing your vacation plans.

Are All-Inclusive Vacations Worth It?

Is an all-inclusive vacation right for you? The truth is, it all depends on your vacation preferences and travel style. Here’s our honest take:

Vacationers traveling with a large group or young children who want to kick back and relax at the resort’s on-site restaurants and swimming pool, and who are content with staying in one place for most of their trip, will usually find an all-inclusive package to be worth the cost. However, travelers who want to pack as many off-site excursions and activities as possible into their trip or who wish to explore the culinary scene by dining at local restaurants might not get as much value from an all-inclusive package.

You might also be interested in: Traditional All-Inclusive vs. Flexible All-Inclusive Plans in Cabo San Lucas: Which Option Is Best?

Villa La Estancia Resort & Spa: Our Favorite All-Inclusive Resort in Los Cabos

Even though there are dozens of all-inclusive properties to choose from in Cabo San Lucas, we have the inside scoop on one that stands out above all the rest: Villa La Estancia Resort & Spa!

Villa La Estancia Resort & Spa is one of the most popular luxury resorts in Cabo San Lucas that offers beachfront access to Medano Beach, one of the top swimmable beaches in Cabo. Villa La Estancia offers an all-inclusive plan that includes alcohol, entertainment, and meals at several resorts at Villa La Estancia, Villa del Arco, and Villa del Palmar for $159 per person per day, and a full board plan for $129 per person per day – that includes everything from the all-inclusive plan except alcohol.

Visit our all-inclusive page to learn more about the all-inclusive offerings at Villa La Estancia Resort.

Book a Stylish Beachfront Villa or Panoramic Oceanview Suite with Cabo Rentals by Jane

Ready for an all-inclusive vacation? If so, book your panoramic penthouse, oceanview villa, or beachfront rental with Cabo Rentals by Jane. Not only do our properties offer unparalleled luxury and incredible amenities in the heart of Cabo San Lucas, but when you book your all-inclusive stay with us, you can save up to $25 per person per day on your all-inclusive package. That’s a great deal! Browse our properties to find the perfect place to stay in Cabo, and book your all-inclusive vacation to experience convenience, luxury, and fun during your vacation to the Baja California Peninsula!