Resort chains · Head-to-head
Margaritaville vs Palace Resorts
Margaritaville and Palace Resorts, side by side: every number below comes straight from our catalog. Real guest ratings, our category scores, and the honest included-vs-extra research behind each resort.
By the numbers
| Margaritaville | Measure | Palace Resorts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Resorts in our catalog | 6 |
| ★ 4.4 | Average guest rating | ★ 4.5 (better) |
| 2,211 | Guest reviews analyzed | 43,352 |
| $88–$90/night pp | Nightly rates | $163–$514/night pp |
| None (all-ages) | Adults-only resorts | 1 of 6 |
| 0 of 1 | Five-star resorts | 5 of 6 (better) |
| Costa Rica | Where | Jamaica, Mexico |
| 8.3/10 | Overall score | 8.5/10 (better) |
| 8.7/10 (better) | Beach score | 7.3/10 |
| 7.6/10 | Food score | 8.3/10 (better) |
| 8.8/10 (better) | Service score | 8.4/10 |
| 7.8/10 | Rooms score | 8.3/10 (better) |
| 8.2/10 | Pools score | 8.5/10 (better) |
| 7.4/10 | Value score | 8.0/10 (better) |
| 8.1/10 | Family score | 8.8/10 (better) |
| 5.0/10 | Nightlife score | 8.0/10 (better) |
Chain averages across the resorts in our catalog. Individual properties vary, so tap into each ranking before you book.
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