Best for: pristine beaches and privacy  

Palm-fringed stretches of white sand, azure waters and thatched-roof villas: Nay Palad Hideaway on Siargao Island ticks all the boxes for a dreamy tropical escape. Better yet, everything here – from the East-meets-West cuisine and island-hopping boat rides to rejuvenating spa treatments – is included in your stay. (Don’t skip a healing Filipino hilot massage in the jungle-shrouded spa.)

Best for: a new kind of Bali experience  

Reopening in December 2025 after an extensive makeover, Paradisus by Meliá Bali is set to offer an all-inclusive package with some eye-catching add-ons. Book for the extensive range of included meals and beverages – its eight restaurants include Asian, Spanish and South American cuisines – while also enjoying access to sunrise yoga, trips to local markets and traditional craft workshops. Guests can choose between adults-only haven The Reserve (16 years and over), complete with a pool, or the family-friendly section with its thrilling water park. 

Best for: swimming with whale sharks

Right on the edge of Ningaloo Reef, days at Sal Salis are best spent exploring the World Heritage-listed marine park and its ancient coral, home to more than 500 species of fish, endangered turtles and 12-metre-long whale sharks. You’ll have unlimited use of snorkelling gear, wetsuits, paddleboards, kayaks and other water equipment, plus complimentary guided wilderness activities, including walks at Mandu Mandu Gorge. All-inclusive meals and drinks are served back at the convivial open-air lodge, steps from your luxe safari-style tent.

Best for: activities for the whole family

Opt for the all-inclusive plan at this sprawling resort on Viti Levu and you’ll have your pick of six onsite dining options and the seemingly endless list of included activities. We’re talking coral planting with a resident marine biologist (perfect for little ones) or taking part in a traditional kava welcome ceremony. (The onsite driving range, paintball and archery cost extra but are well worth it.) When parents need some quiet time, the kids’ club will keep under-12s busy and there’s also supervised spear throwing, pool volleyball and beach bonfires for teens.

Best for: impressive dining options

A 75-minute drive from Phuket International Airport, this 414-room-and-suite resort delivers an idyllic beach holiday with the bonus of unlimited drinks, cocktails and meals. Ten dining outlets keep things interesting, with everything from Thai classics and sushi to kid-friendly pizza and sundowners on the sand. There are also three pools, a butterfly sanctuary and a nearby coral reef to discover.

With just 22 adult-only burés on 212 tropical hectares of beachfront luxury, utmost seclusion is guaranteed at Namale, on the northern Fijian island of Vanua Levu. 

Farm- and ocean-to-table breakfasts, lunches and dinners are all included, plus unlimited beverages and your own customised minibar. Regulars swear by the pillowy pancakes at breakfast and the traditional kokoda, Fiji’s unique coconut-milk ceviche, is a must for lunch or dinner. Guests are also encouraged to share dietary preferences before arrival so the chef can tailor meals to personal tastes. 

Excursions come with an additional charge but a picnic on a remote beach or a day spent big-game fishing (where chefs will prepare your prized catch for dinner) are worth that little bit extra.  

Ultra-luxe Lizard Island is one of the best all-inclusive resorts in Queensland. Surrounded by more than 1000 hectares of national park, it sits directly within Queensland’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef. 

Most meals and beverages at Salt Water Restaurant and Driftwood Bar & Wine Cellar are included as part of your stay, as is the use of motorised dinghies, stand-up paddleboards and clear-view sea kayaks (plus snorkelling gear). The team will even pack a hamper of refreshments for any private beach outings.

Take your getaway to the next level by pre-booking one of the resort’s tailored packages that focus on special interests such as wellness, adventure and romance. 

Best for: families who love adventure

While this low-key Lord Howe Island property is ideal for adults and families alike, the fully inclusive packages make it particularly attractive for those with energetic kids. Meals in various forms are provided – from four-course dinners to barbecue hampers and packed lunches for when you’re on the go, exploring the island. Airport transfers are also included and kids under 10 even stay free for stretches of seven nights or longer in select suites.  

Best for: world-class diving  

Glide between Palau’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Rock Islands Southern Lagoon aboard the Four Seasons Explorer, an 11-room “floating resort” where up to three dives a day (including equipment) are covered by the full-board fare. Not only will you have ample opportunity to take in underwater caves, manta rays and vast schools of brightly coloured fish, you’ll also have the chance to capture your memories via the onboard videographer, take part in various cultural excursions and dig into multi-course feasts served in the alfresco dining area, at no extra cost.

Best for: topnotch food and wine 

Shucking oysters straight from the water, visiting local distilleries and wineries or taking part in cooking demonstrations and mixology classes are just some of the foodie-forward activities included in your stay at Saffire Freycinet, a luxurious 20-suite lodge overlooking the pink granite peaks of The Hazards. That’s before you sample the knockout meals at the resort’s stunner, Palate, where the tasting menu might include just-caught scallops, Wagyu from Tasmania’s north coast and honey from the hives on the property.

Best for: family-friendly skiing 

For those seeking a more alpine-oriented all-inclusive trip, Hokkaido’s Club Med Kiroro Grand is hard to beat. The list of pastimes is long: think skiing, snowboarding, snow trekking and even access to a spacious onsen for soothing tired muscles. Don’t worry about shelling out extra for the lift tickets, lessons, kids’ clubs (for four- to 17-year-olds) and meals – all are looped into the overall package cost so families can focus on swooshing down the slopes.

Best for: a Top End safari 

Perched above a floodplain on the edge of Kakadu National Park, this 12-room bush camp offers plenty of chances to spot crocodiles, water buffalo, wallabies and more. Twice-daily guided safaris are covered in your rate, as are hearty country-style meals and an open bar. Guests can start and end their days with an airboat safari, a river cruise, an open-top game drive or a wilderness walk. Simply splashing around in the pool and watching the wildlife wander by is perfectly acceptable, too.

Best for: a romantic escape

Sitting on a pristine stretch of Efate Island, the secluded Eratap Beach Resort is the ultimate romantic setting. The inclusions also celebrate twosomes. There’s the Couples Time package, which isn’t quite all-inclusive but does come with a candlelit dinner on the sand, an island picnic and uber-relaxing massages at the beachfront spa. That’s on top of breakfast, transfers, boating expeditions and daily shuttles to Port Vila (though given the gorgeous pool and thatched bar pavilion, it’s unlikely you’ll want to leave).

Best for: budding surfers 

Surrounded by the black-sand beaches and palm jungle of Pekutatan, Bali’s Lost Lindenberg offers three- and five-night surfing packages that cater to all levels. Private surf lessons, board rental, Balinese massages and yoga classes are all part of the experience (and your nightly rate), as are nourishing plant-based breakfasts, lunches and dinners served at the resort’s communal dining table or at evening bonfires down on the sand. 

Best for: all-out luxe

Clinging to the northernmost point of Hamilton Island, beloved luxury stay Qualia is one of The Whitsundays’ most indulgent hotels. The Gourmet package yields extra perks such as breakfast and dinner at the resort’s renowned restaurants (Pebble Beach for the six-course dégustation or Long Pavilion for a more relaxed vibe), VIP airport transfers and a 24-hour chauffeur service, as well as your own golf buggy to hightail it around the island. 

Best for: off-the-grid luxury

While not technically all-inclusive, a stay in one of these off-grid glass cabins comes with the option to add a generous breakfast and dinner hamper to your fee, meaning you’ll barely need to lift a finger after a not-so-busy day getting back to nature. From these additions, guests can expect homemade muesli, local cheeses and charcuterie, as well as hearty mains and extra treats. Across the brand’s 16 remote New Zealand locations, Haurapa PurePod – an hour from Queenstown – stands out for sweeping Pisa Range views and easy access to Central Otago’s wineries for tastings, many of which are delightfully free of charge.

Best for: an island paradise 

South Korea’s largest isle lures visitors with its white sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters and subtropical climate. Choose the all-inclusive option at this sleek cliffside hotel and you’ll soon succumb to island time. Although access to the onsite restaurants varies depending on the length of your stay (three nights gets you an omakase dinner), every package features the signature Jeju Brunch Royale including unlimited champagne, French caviar and a seafood buffet.

Best for: next-level river cruising 

Set to launch in December 2025, the PS Australian Star is billed as the world’s only five-star woodfired paddle-steamer. Guests can spend three, four or seven days cruising the Murray River in one of 19 elegantly appointed cabins, with all-inclusive fares covering meals, drinks and even train transfers from Melbourne. Don’t skip the enriching shore excursions, such as a tour of the 1860s Perricoota Station and a shiraz tasting at St Anne’s Winery.

Best for: incredible pools 

Home to Australia’s largest swimming pool, “swim-out” suites and villas that connect straight to the pool (not to mention the Great Barrier Reef on your doorstep), this kid-friendly resort offers plenty of options for water babies. Dining is a stand-out here – think seafood dinners, zesty pan-Asian and breezy beachside lunches – all covered by the all-inclusive option, along with a daily $200 drink credit and boat transfers from Hamilton Island.

Best for: spa and wellness fans

At this swanky adults-only wellness retreat, most daily classes are complimentary – yoga, strength training and sensory walking meditation, to name a few. (Some packages also cover an in-depth sleep analysis and 90-minute treatments in a private hale.) With the all-inclusive meal plan, you’ll be treated to more than enough variety: dinner could be sashimi don (Chirashi Don) at Sensei by Nobu one night and line-caught ahi tuna poke on your private lānai (veranda) the next.

Best for: Kangaroo Island’s greatest hits

Southern Ocean Lodge stretches out in sleek style along the rugged Kangaroo Island coastline, with floor-to-ceiling windows in each of its 25 suites facing gloriously towards the water. Its all-inclusive dining showcases local produce such as marron and line-caught whiting – don’t forget to pick up a South Australian wine at the walk-in cellar – plus, each room has an in-suite bar brimming with complimentary snacks and drinks. Guided tours of Flinders Chase National Park, nearby Seal Bay and the subterranean Kelly Hill Caves are also free of charge.

Best for: First Nations cultural experiences

First Nations-led and operated, the four-day, 35-kilometre wukalina Walk traces the wildly beautiful Tasmanian coastline from wukalina/Mount William to larapuna/Bay of Fires. It’s a thoroughly immersive experience, with stays at the Krakani Lumi (resting place) camp and a restored lightkeeper’s cottage, walking gear, accommodation transfers and bush-tucker meals all part of the package.

Best for: epic included activities 

On Bali’s southernmost tip, Samabe takes “all-inclusive” seriously. Meals and drinks at any of the resort’s four restaurants and bars are included in your stay, as is a daily laundry run and 24-hour e-butler service. But the free activities take things to another level, with catamaran sailing, Balinese cooking classes, foam parties and more on offer.

Best for: outback adventures

A former sheep station turned wildlife conservancy in the Flinders Ranges, Arkaba has just five cosy guestrooms but more than 25,000 hectares to explore. Meals and drinks are included in your stay, along with twice-daily guided wilderness activities, including treks through ancient Wilpena Pound and safaris in search of rare rock wallabies and wedge-tailed eagles. Active types will jump at the chance to sleep under the stars during the three-night Arkaba Walk, which runs from April to mid-October (backpacks and camping gear are provided).

Best for: big groups 

Set on 1.4 frangipani-scented hectares on Havannah Harbour, this five-pavilion property is just a 30-minute drive from Port Vila. With more than enough room for 10, it’s an ideal spot for milestone celebrations or fun in the sun with extended family. The fully catered setup means there’s food and drink whenever you please and anything from onsite Pilates to fishing charters and picnics on deserted beaches can be arranged.

Best for: a gourmet weekend away 

The breakfasts and three-course dinners are part of your rate at this eco lodge outside Kaikōura and they’re a real farm-to-table treat, with most of the ingredients grown in the onsite organic garden. Though the selection changes daily, previous menus have spanned pāua (abalone) ravioli, mānuka-smoked duck breast and all manner of crayfish, the region’s most famous catch. The 10-metre high tree houses are designed with both couples and families in mind and feature private balconies, fireplaces and soaking tubs with stunning coastline views. 

Best for: a romantic escape

Tucked along a pristine stretch of Efate Island, Eratap Beach Resort combines romantic seclusion and friendly service. Guests love the Couples Time package, which isn’t quite all-inclusive but does come with a candlelit dinner on the sand, an island picnic and uber-relaxing massages at the beachfront spa. That’s on top of breakfast, transfers, boating expeditions and daily shuttles to Port Vila (though given the gorgeous pool and thatched bar pavilion, it’s unlikely you’ll want to leave).

Best for: wellness seekers

Ease into inner peace at this holistic health resort just under 2.5 hours’ drive south of Manila. All-inclusive programs range from two to six nights, featuring a personalised mix of yoga classes, meditation sessions, sound-healing workshops and guidance with alternative medicine practices. Five restaurants serve up organic fare (the banana-leaf-wrapped grouper at Pesce is a standout) while spa treatments such as hot-stone massages and body wraps complete the R&R.

Best for: a next-level kids’ club

Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort is a beloved destination for the all-inclusive set, particularly for the regular rotation of its Kids Club fun. The Denarau Island hotel has immersive cultural activities, from cooking classes to face painting, fish feeding and beach volleyball. You’ll have meals at the two restaurants, free-flowing drinks and as much non-motorised water sports equipment as your heart desires.

Best for: overwater bungalows 

At Pearl Farm Beach Resort on lush Samal Island, the overwater suites are as close to the shimmering sea as you can get without being in it. Not every guest does the all-inclusive package here but it makes sense since the food (much of it locally sourced) is deliciously fresh and the sunset cocktails and canapés don’t hurt, either. Had your fill? Venture out of your suite for a round of pickleball or take advantage of the complimentary non-motorised water sports.