Visitors to the Dutch-Caribbean territories of Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao and St. Maarten typically go for the cosmopolitan culture and inviting beaches. And they can go all-inclusive, too, at these resorts we’ve picked that offer variety and value along with sun, sea and sand. CJ Travel Editor Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon brings you the 10 best all-inclusives in the Dutch Caribbean. And don’t miss our list of the best Aruba all inclusive.
Sonesta Ocean Point A new kind of resort for the Dutch Caribbean, this is as hip and sleek as it gets, with high design, beautiful guest rooms (including Molton Brown toiletries) and a spectacular cliffside infinity pool overlooking Maho Bay. Click to Book Sonesta Ocean Point.
Barcelo Aruba All Inclusive You can’t go wrong at this 370-room playground which offers seven restaurants, six bars, and all the wet ‘n’ wild water sports you’d expect on the soft sands of Palm Beach. Book Barcelo Aruba.
Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino With 359 rooms, St. Maarten’s largest all-inclusive draws droves to its Maho Village location, close to nightlife and shopping. Guests here can dine in five restaurants, have a flutter in SXM’s largest casino, and, since the resort is adjacent to the airport, watch the famously thrilling jet landings over Maho Beach. Click to Book Sonesta Maho Beach Resort.
Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort & Casino Close to Philipsburg yet surprisingly peaceful, this 257-room adults-only oasis on St. Maarten boasts a beachfront location and lovely views of Great Bay. More to love: three pools, four restaurants and bars, and access to sister property Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino. Book Sonesta Great Bay.
Sunscape Curaçao Resort, Spa & Casino One of only a handful of all-inclusives on the island, this 340-room resort is popular with families, who find that features including a rock wall, teens’ and kids’ clubs, and a man-made beach keep young ones entertained, leaving adults free to enjoy the spa, casino and dining at five restaurants. Book Sunscape Now.
Plaza Beach Resort Bonaire’s only fully all-inclusive resort pleases both divers and landlubbers alike with its on-site dive shop, complimentary water sports, and a beachfront location that’s only five minutes from the airport and downtown Kralendijk. Get Prices.
Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort Sprawling grounds and a quiet location add to the oasis-like atmosphere at this plush 350-roomer on Curaçao, where families and couples can enjoy three ocean-view pools, four restaurants, an 18-hole golf course and the convenience of all-inclusive pricing when you choose the all-inclusive plan. Get Prices.
Manchebo Beach Resort & Spa Choose the all-inclusive option at this intimate and upscale Aruba boutique (open for 50 years on the widest stretch of Eagle Beach) and you’ll enjoy all of its perks (think 72 slick rooms, four restaurants, and an impressive spa) without worrying about the tab at one of the best Aruba all inclusive resorts.. Get Prices here.
Divi Village Golf & Beach Resort If you’re looking for a relaxing vacation with a few rounds of golf thrown in, this is for you. This Aruba fixture (open since 1969) with its own nine-hole course is a great option for guests who appreciate the variety and “stay at one, play at two” convenience of being able to use the facilities of sister hotel Tamarijn Aruba, just down the strand. Its location seconds from Druif Beach doesn’t hurt, either. Get Prices.
Hotel RIU Palace Aruba With prime position on buzzing Palm Beach, this 450-room resort in the high-rise district offers all the amenities that guests could desire (including two pools, in-room mini-bars; free wi-fi and a large spa) at rates that won’t break the bank.