Grand Palladium Select BávarovsPlanet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

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Grand Palladium Select Bávaro

• 5 pools
• 15 restaurants & bars
• Full-service spa
• 30 min from PUJ

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 — Grand Palladium Select Bávaro

• Strong beachfront location on Bávaro Beach.
• Large dining and bar footprint across the Palladium complex.
• Family-friendly infrastructure with kids’ clubs, teen programming, pools, and daily entertainment.
• Recent Family Selection reviews are very positive for staff, clean rooms, beach access, and butler service.

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 — Grand Palladium Select Bávaro

• Large-resort logistics can mean long walks, shuttle dependence, and confusing navigation.
• Room-count and pool-count evidence conflicts across official, Tripadvisor, and distributor sources.
• Some recent guest feedback mentions maintenance, check-in, and room-update inconsistencies outside the newer Family Selection experience.
• Quiet-seeking travelers may find the shared-resort environment too active.

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.