15 Surprising Costs Of All-Inclusive Resorts: Do They Really Save You Money?

8. Spa & Wellness: Indulgence at What Actual Price?

Resort spas are a luxury add-on, rarely included. A 50-minute massage can easily cost $150-$250+, significantly more than at a quality independent spa in a nearby town (if accessible). "Spa credit" offers often require a minimum spend or apply only to overpriced treatments. Helpful Comparison: If spa treatments are a priority, compare resort spa menus and prices to local off-resort options. That "free" $50 spa credit might only make a $200 massage slightly less expensive than a $100 one downtown.