Members of the Fat Girls Traveling community often request suggestions for the best resorts for plus-size travelers. So we’ve compiled a list of the most recommended fat-friendly spas and resorts. From views of the northern lights to adult-only and clothing-optional properties, we’ve included regional and international resort options at a variety of price points.
Alaska
Chena Hot Springs
FGT Member Says: “The bonus, you’d see the northern lights. Draw back, everything in Alaska is expensive, so check rental car prices, etc before booking.”
California
Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa
The Landing Resort and Spa
Two Bunch Palm Resort
FGT Member Says: “I’ve never felt uncomfortable and I’ve gone at US sizes 28 – 32. The only issue I had was that the robes weren’t big enough, which was only a problem when going for a spa service.”
Canada
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort
Kananaskis Mountain Lodge
FGT Member Says: “I’m a size 26 and never felt out of place.”
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
FGT Member Says: “They have beautiful robes up to 4-5X . Request this when you book or on arrival.”
Colorado
Mount Princeton Hot Springs
FGT Member Says: “I love Mount Princeton Hot Springs in Colorado!”
The Spring Resorts
FGT Member Says: “I stayed at the Springs for my birthday and if you stay there you get 24/7 access to all their 25 mineral pools.”
Dominican Republic
Meliá Caribe Beach Resort
FGT Member Says: “The Melia Caribe in Punta Cana is absolutely gorgeous!”
Hilton La Romana All-Inclusive Resort & Water Park
FGT Member Says: “There are rooms with semi-private swim out pools. The beach, oh the beach! It is SO swimmable, calm, and just lovely. You’ll never want to get out of the water except to maybe order a cocktail from the server who comes to your chair.”
Greece
Elix, Mar-Bella Collection
Ikos Dassia
Ikos Oceania
Ikos Olivia
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Jamaica
Couples Swept Away
FGT Member Says: “Couples Swept Away in Negril has the hands down best beach ever!”
SeaGarden Beach Resort
Maldives
Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa
Sun Siyam Iru Veli
Outrigger Maldives Maafushivaru Resort
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Mauritius
LUX* Belle Mare Resort & Villas
Tamassa Bel Ombre
Mexico
Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen
FGT Member Says: “There are seven heated pools all with lots of very sturdy lounge chairs. It’s adult only and it was a good mix of ages, body types.”
Moon Palace Cancun
FGT Member Says: “Some of the rooms have a jacuzzi!”
Catalonia Royal Tulum Beach & Spa Resort Adults Only
Oregon
Breitenbush Hot Springs
FGT Member Says: “It’s clothing optional, so expect that, but everyone is really respectful and kind.”
Lithia Springs Resort
FGT Member Says: “It’s a hidden gem. You can also see a Shakespearean play while you visit!
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