Love the value of All-Inclusive but crave the space of a Villa? At Alihoco, we’ve made it possible to have both. Our exclusive selection of All-Inclusive Apartments, Villas and Bungalows offers the convenience of a kitchen and extra living space, while still keeping your meals and drinks completely covered. It’s the ultimate way to upgrade your family holiday—more room to relax, with no hidden extras.
We’ve all been there. You’ve booked a lovely hotel room, the kids are on a sofa bed three feet away from you, and you’re spending your evening sitting on the balcony in the dark, whispering so you don’t wake them up. It’s not exactly the “romantic getaway” you had in mind, is it?
The real “pro move” for all-inclusive fans is moving away from the standard hotel room and into Apartments, Villas, and Bungalows. You still get the unlimited gin and tonics and the massive breakfast buffet, but you also get a front door you can actually close. Here is the nitty-gritty on why more space is a total game-changer for your 2026/2027 holiday.
The biggest benefit of an all-inclusive apartment or bungalow isn’t just the square footage; it’s the separation. When you book a suite or a two-bedroom bungalow—like the ones at the HL Rio Playa Blanca in Lanzarote or the Parque Cristobal in Tenerife—you aren’t just buying a bed; you’re buying your evening back.
For Parents: You can actually put the kids to bed in their own room and then—wait for it—watch a film, have a glass of wine, or just talk in a normal voice in the living area.
For Kids: They get a proper bed and a bit of space to spread out their toys without you tripping over a Lego Star Wars ship every time you go to the bathroom.
As travel expert Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett recently noted in The Guardian, the modern all-inclusive is a “pressure-off option” for stressed parents. Having that extra room is the ultimate pressure valve.
Often, when people think of villas or apartments, they think of the “Joy” of doing the big shop at a local Lidl and spent their holiday washing up. But with an All-Inclusive Villa or Bungalow, you get the best of both worlds.
You have your own private terrace (and sometimes a private pool) where you can sunbathe without having to do the “6 am towel run” to claim a lounger. You aren’t overlooked by 200 other balconies. Yet, when you’re hungry, you just stroll over to the main hotel building and let someone else do the cooking.
No Shared Corridors: Forget being woken up at 3 am by people in high heels walking past your door. Bungalows and villas are usually detached or semi-detached, meaning peace and quiet.
Outdoor Living: Most bungalows come with a private garden or a gated terrace. This is a lifesaver for toddlers who need to burn off energy in a safe, contained space while you have a coffee ten feet away.
Hotel Facilities on Tap: You still get the Kids’ Club, the nightly entertainment, and the gym—you just have a much nicer “home base” to return to.
If you’re looking for that “Home from Home” feel with a wristband, these are the hubs to target:
Lanzarote (Playa Blanca): This is the bungalow capital of the world. Look for the Elba Lanzarote Royal Village Resort or the HL Club Playa Blanca. They are designed like little villages rather than hotels.
The Algarve (Portugal): Famous for its “Vila” culture. Places like Pine Cliffs offer massive suites and apartments that feel more like luxury homes but come with all the all-inclusive perks.
Majorca: The Protur Bonaire Apartments are a legend for a reason. They offer two-bedroom apartments that are specifically designed for families who want to stay together but sleep apart.
Ready to upgrade your space for 2026? Don’t just search for “hotels.” Use the Alihoco tool at www.allinclusive.co.uk to find the hidden gems.
Use the “Room Type” Filter: Instead of just looking at the price, filter for “Suites,” “Bungalows,” or “Apartments.”
Search for “2 Bedrooms”: This is the magic button. It will strip away the standard hotel rooms and show you only the properties where the kids get their own space.
Compare “Villa vs Hotel”: Use the tool to compare the price of two standard hotel rooms against one large villa or apartment. Often, the villa works out cheaper per person and gives you ten times the privacy.
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