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El Nido Resorts Pangulasian IslandvsPlanet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
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Scores at a Glance
El Nido Resorts Pangulasian IslandPlanet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Overall
9.2
8.1
Beach
9.5
8.3
Food
8.7
7.8
Service
9.4
7.9
Rooms
9.3
8.5
Luxury
9.4
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Value
7.4
7.7
Romance
9.5
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| El Nido Resorts Pangulasian Island | Measure | Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.2 | Overall Score | 8.1 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.7 (736) | Google Rating | 4.4 (4,320) |
| From $531 | Price / Night (pp) | From $159 (better) |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| – | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 60 min | Airport Transfer | 35 min (better) |
All Scores
| El Nido Resorts Pangulasian Island | Measure | Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.5 | Beach | 8.3 |
| (better)8.7 | Food | 7.8 |
| (better)9.4 | Service | 7.9 |
| (better)9.3 | Rooms | 8.5 |
| 8.3 | Pools | 8.3 |
| 9.4 | Luxury | – |
| 7.4 | Value | 7.7 (better) |
| 7.4 | Family | 8.4 (better) |
| 9.5 | Romance | – |
| 3.0 | Nightlife | 8.3 (better) |
| 9.6 | Quiet | – |
| 9.3 | Adventure | – |
| 8.4 | Wellness | – |
| – | Remote work | 8.0 |
Of the 11 measures we call, El Nido Resorts Pangulasian Island leads on 6 and Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort leads on 5.
Vibes
| El Nido Resorts Pangulasian Island | Measure | Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Quiet | – |
| Yes | Adventure | – |
| – | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| El Nido Resorts Pangulasian Island | Measure | Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
| – | Nightlife | Yes |
El Nido Resorts Pangulasian Island
- 1 pools
- 1 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 60 min from ENI
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
- 2 pools
- 8 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Butler service
- 35 min from LIR
Pros · El Nido Resorts Pangulasian Island
- Exceptional private-island beach and scenery.
- Very strong service and arrival-to-departure handling.
- Large villas with strong privacy options.
- Excellent fit for romance, quiet luxury and nature-based activities.
Pros · Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
- Stylish all-suite resort with Hollywood-themed personality.
- Good views, sunsets, and Papagayo scenery.
- Marriott Bonvoy participation.
- Star Class can substantially improve the experience.
- Family-friendly amenities, kids recreation, spa, and fitness.
Cons · El Nido Resorts Pangulasian Island
- Remote logistics make short stays less efficient.
- Value depends heavily on rate plan and inclusion details.
- Limited nightlife and limited dining breadth compared with large mainland resorts.
Cons · Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
- Hilly layout and shuttle dependence are recurring complaints.
- Food and service are inconsistent by guest report.
- Beach is scenic but not always considered the strongest swimming beach.
- Some guests feel the resort is small or limited without excursions.
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