Folks north of the equator don’t typically think of South America when it comes to all-inclusive resorts, but there are some truly excellent options in the southern half of the Americas.
Vila Galé Cumbuco, Brazil
Brazil has plenty of all-inclusive beach resorts to choose from, but few have the charm, sophistication and perfect fun-to-relaxation ratio of Check PricesVila Galé on Cumbuco Beach in northeastern Brazil. With a pool, spa, sauna, Jacuzzi, Turkish bath, three restaurants and three bars all included, it’s hard to run short of things to do in the resort. Located just 18 miles from Fortaleza, this spot is a magnet for kite-surfers and anyone who thinks a dune-buggy ride is a legitimate form of meditation! Nearby are lagoons for kayaking and speedboat rides as well. For pure fun in Brazil, Vila Galé is hard to beat.
Fast Facts
- Location: Cumbuco Beach, Ceará, Brazil
- Total Restaurants: 3 (focused on Mediterranean and Brazilian cuisine)
- Vibe: High-energy beachfront fun mixed with Turkish bath relaxation
- Top Activity: Kitesurfing and adrenaline-pumping dune buggy tours
- Best For: Families and active couples
Iberostar Praia do Forte, Brazil
Located in the vibrant state of Bahia, Check PricesIberostar Praia do Forte is a 5-star heavy hitter. It sits on one of the most beautiful stretches of sand in northeastern Brazil – Praia do Forte beach. With 536 rooms it’s a massive property, but it’s managed with the kind of efficiency that ensures your caipirinha is never more than a few minutes away, and with plenty to keep all ages entertained — including pools, restaurants, playgrounds, shows, a club for kids, and a nightclub for adults — it continues to lead the pack for family-friendly luxury in South America.
Fast Facts
- Location: Praia do Forte, Bahia, Brazil
- Room Count: 536 luxurious guest rooms
- Eco-Focus: Home to a sea turtle monitoring station (TAMAR Project)
- Amenities: 5 pools, a full-service spa, and an 18-hole golf course
- Best For: Large families and golf enthusiasts
Club Med Rio Das Pedras, Brazil
Fast Facts
- Location: Mangaratiba, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Unique Feature: Located in a protected ecological reserve
- Activity Highlight: Waterskiing and wakeboarding are included
- Exclusive Option: La Réserve boutique suites for personalized service
- Best For: Sports lovers and “luxe-seeking” couples
Titilaka Lodge, Peru
Lake Titicaca has to be one of the most mystical places on the planet — windswept, romantic, and awe-inspiring — and Check PricesTitilaka Lodge is the gold standard for sustainable, high-end travel with its “experience-led” luxury. You aren’t here for a buffet and a swim-up bar; you’re here to visit traditional Quechua-speaking communities who spend much of their time farming, fishing, knitting and weaving. Located on a private peninsula, it’s the perfect base from which to explore this stunning region. With impressive facilities — including two private beaches — and plenty of excursions (boating, cycling, birdwatching and more), Titilaka Lodge offers a sophisticated and sustainable all-inclusive experience that combines local culture with modern comfort.
Fast Facts
- Location: Puno, Lake Titicaca, Peru
- Design: 18 fully lake-facing suites
- Included Extras: All excursions (boating, cycling, birdwatching) are part of the rate
- Elevation: 12,500 feet (pack your altitude meds!)
- Best For: Cultural explorers and spiritual seekers
Treehouse Lodge, Peru
If your ideal all-inclusive vacation involves piranha fishing and waking up 60 feet in the air, welcome home. When your friends ask about your holiday plans, wouldn’t it be fun to reply: “Oh, I’m just going to an all-inclusive tree house in the Amazon jungle”? Well, now you can. The Check PricesTreehouse Lodge is located on the banks of the Yarapa River — part of the Amazon River system — near the city of Iquitos, Peru (the largest city in the world unreachable by road). The all-inclusive tree house experience includes expeditions to see river dolphins, jungle walks with local guides, nighttime trips to see nocturnal monkeys and visits to the indigenous community of the Jibaro people. It’s certainly not your average all-inclusive holiday — and alcohol isn’t included — but the jungle canopy views are intoxicating enough on their own, and who needs cocktails when you can go piranha fishing from a dugout canoe?
Fast Facts
- Location: Yarapa River, Peruvian Amazon
- Accommodation: 12 unique treehouses connected by canopy walkways
- Wild Factor: Expect visits from monkeys and macaws on your balcony
- Arrival: Only accessible by a 2.5-hour boat ride from Iquitos
- Best For: True adventurers and “unplugged” travelers
Explora en Torres del Paine, Chile
Named among Forbes’ “10 Coolest All-Inclusive Vacations,” and widely regarded as one of the best hotels in the world, Check PricesExplora Patagonia is a dreamlike hotel on the banks of Lake Pehoé in Chile’s Torres del Paine National Park. With the craggy peaks of snow-flecked mountains rising up beyond the mirror-like lake, you’ll find yourself in the midst of a pristine landscape ripe for exploration. And exploration lies at the very heart of this all-inclusive experience in Chile. Explora Patagonia offers more than 50 different guided hikes and horseback rides, all tailored to different ages and abilities, and included in the price. The bar and restaurant will keep you fueled with invigorating meals and Chilean wines, while the spa will help wash away any aches and pains from the day’s trekking. It’s sophisticated, rugged, and worth every penny.
Fast Facts
- Location: Torres del Paine National Park, Chile
- Horseback Riding: They have their own stables and specially trained horses
- Detox: No Wi-Fi or TVs in the rooms (embrace the silence)
- Best For: Serious hikers and nature photographers
- Vibe: Understated luxury with a focus on the Great Outdoors
The Singular, Patagonia, Chile
Also located in Chile’s spectacular Torres del Paine National Park, Check PricesThe Singular is a worthy alternative to Explora Patagonia. Housed in a converted cold-storage plant (a National Historic Landmark), The Singular is where industrial history meets high-end comfort. It’s a moody, beautiful alternative to the traditional lodge. Located about three miles from the tourist hotspot of Puerto Natales (the main gateway to the park), Their excursions into the fjords and glaciers of Patagonia are legendary, and their full-board program includes daily expeditions, spa facilities, and food and drink at the hotel’s gourmet restaurant, where the food — think Magellanic lamb and king crab — is world-class.
Fast Facts
- Location: Puerto Bories, near Puerto Natales, Chile
- Architecture: Award-winning industrial-chic design
- Dining: A full-board program featuring local Patagonian delicacies
- Unique Perk: Private high-speed boats for glacier expeditions
- Best For: History buffs and culinary-focused travelers
Tierra Atacama Hotel & Spa, Atacama, Chile
Surrounded by surreal desert landscapes and facing the almost perfectly symmetrical Licancabur volcano, the Check PricesTierra Atacama Hotel manages to make the driest desert in the world feel like a lush oasis. Offering a truly unique all-inclusive experience in northern Chile, the hotel’s “adventure spa” philosophy seeks to combine daily adventure excursions — to lagoons, salt lakes, geysers, hot springs and more — with extreme relaxation in the spa (try the volcanic mud wrap!), enjoying the indoor or outdoor pools, or just admiring the view from the terrace. When you’re hungry, sample some classic Chilean and Andean dishes at the restaurant, then order a pisco sour at the bar. When night falls, look up: Atacama has some of the clearest, most star-strewn night skies you’ll ever see.
Fast Facts
- Location: San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
- Stargazing: On-site observatory for viewing the Atacama sky
- Pools: Both indoor and outdoor pools with volcano views
- Philosophy: Sustainable design that blends into the desert landscape
- Best For: Couples looking for “out-of-this-world” scenery
Los Pinos Resort & Spa, Argentina
All-inclusive resorts are rare in Argentina, but Los Pinos Resort & Spa, Argentina is helping to introduce the concept. The resort is located in the small thermal town of Termas de Río Hondo in northern Argentina, popular among vacationing Argentines thanks to its natural hot springs, which feed all the pools at Los Pinos. The all-inclusive program includes all meals and alcoholic drinks, as well as access to the gym, tennis court, spa, cinema and more. Aimed primarily at Argentina’s domestic tourism market rather than the international crowd, Los Pinos isn’t as glamorous or sophisticated as the other options on this list, but it is incredibly fun and authentic — it’s where Argentines go to vacation, so expect great steak and plenty of Malbec!
Fast Facts
- Location: Termas de Río Hondo, Argentina
- Thermal Waters: Every pool is filled with mineral-rich thermal water
- Inclusions: All meals, drinks, and activities (including a cinema)
- Vibe: Social, lively, and unpretentious
- Best For: Travelers who want to avoid the “tourist bubble”
Estelar Playa Manzanillo, Colombia
Formerly an Occidental Grand property and just a short drive from the historic walls of Cartagena on northern Colombia’s Caribbean coastline, the Check PricesEstelar Playa Manzanillo offers that classic Caribbean all-inclusive feel on Colombian soil. The 192-room resort has four restaurants and three bars, its own marina with water sports options, a spa and fitness center, as well as snorkeling, diving, volleyball and soccer. It’s a great base for those who want to spend half their time sipping cocktails by the pool and the other half exploring the cobblestone streets of one of South America’s most romantic, picturesque, historic and engaging cities — Cartagena — just down the road (and also the setting for the 1984 Michael Douglas/Kathleen Turner movie “Romancing the Stone”) — and, of course, getting to know the Colombian people themselves, who rank among the friendliest on Earth.
Fast Facts
- Location: Manzanillo del Mar, near Cartagena, Colombia
- Dining: 4 restaurants (Italian, Grill, Seafood, and Buffet)
- Watersports: On-site marina with kayaking and windsurfing
- Best Perk: Easy shuttle access to historic Cartagena
- Best For: Beach lovers who want a side of history
NEW and Coming Soon
South America is shifting gears in 2026, moving toward ultra-private “mobile” luxury and boutique jungle retreats. If you’re looking for the absolute latest 4 and 5-star openings on the continent, these are our top picks:
andBeyond Amazon Explorer, Peru
Launching in late 2026, this isn’t a resort in the traditional sense—it’s a luxury river yacht that acts like a floating all-inclusive 5-star hotel. It’s the most anticipated Amazon opening of the year, bringing andBeyond’s famous African safari-style service to the Peruvian jungle.
Fast Facts
- Location: Peruvian Amazon (Iquitos base)
- Capacity: Only 15 high-design suites for maximum privacy
- Inclusions: All chef-prepared meals, beverages, and daily skiff expeditions
- Vibe: Contemporary luxury with Shipibo-Conibo cultural influences
The Meliá Collection Lima, Peru
Slated for a July 2026 opening, this property marks Meliá’s first foray into the “Luxury Collection” within Peru. While it serves the city of Lima, it offers “full board” luxury packages that make it a perfect, high-end starting point for any South American circuit.
Fast Facts
- Location: Lima UNESCO Historic Center, Peru
- Status: 5-star boutique luxury
- Key Feature: Set in a beautifully restored historic building
- Best For: History lovers who want a seamless, all-in urban experience
Explora Torres del Paine Conservation Reserve, Chile
Building on their legendary status, Explora is opening a new, even more intimate 10-room lodge for the 2026 season. It’s designed for travelers who found the original Explora too “busy” and want a deep-dive into conservation efforts while surrounded by 5-star comforts.
Fast Facts
- Location: Torres del Paine, Chile
- Exclusivity: Only 10 guest rooms
- Focus: Deep-nature immersion and active conservation work
- Vibe: High-end research station meets luxury retreat
Safe travels! Don’t forget the sunscreen.
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