All-Inclusive vs Room-Only
7-night cost analyzer — uses your actual drinking + eating + excursion pattern, not a generic assumption.
What this solves
The "all-inclusive premium" is often quoted as "you save $1,000", but it's rarely true at non-budget resorts: à la carte restaurants typically charge a dine-around surcharge of $25–$60 per person even under AI plans. This calculator models the actual spend based on your drinking and eating pattern.
How to read results
- Room-only total = room + lunches + cocktails × 7 + excursions + dine-around surcharges (0).
- AI total = AI rate + excursions not covered + dine-around surcharges (AI plans still charge for à la carte in many resorts).
- Verdict flips toward AI when drinks × 7 exceed the premium + when excursions are heavily credited.
Limitations
FAQ
Is all-inclusive usually worth it?
At mid-range resorts in the $400–$700/night range, often yes — premium cocktails are $15–$22 each and add up. At luxury resorts, à la carte restaurants often have a $30–$60 surcharge even with AI, so the savings shrink.
What if I don't drink?
AI usually still wins via included excursions and dive credits. If both are excluded, room-only with a smaller food spend often wins.