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Hotel Riu GuanacastevsPlanet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
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Scores at a Glance
Hotel Riu GuanacastePlanet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Overall
7.4
8.1
Beach
8.2
8.3
Food
6.8
7.8
Service
6.9
7.9
Rooms
7.2
8.5
Value
7.8
7.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
7.4
Overall Score
8.1
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.2 (10,658)
Google Rating
4.4 (4,144)
Rates TBD
Price / Night (pp)
From $159
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
35 min
Airport Transfer
35 min
All Scores
8.2
Beach
8.3
6.8
Food
7.8
6.9
Service
7.9
7.2
Rooms
8.5
8.3
Pools
8.3
7.8
Value
7.7
8.4
Family
8.4
8.5
Nightlife
8.3
8.4
Adventure
–
6.8
Remote work
8.0
Vibes
Yes
Lively
Yes
Yes
Adventure
–
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Nightlife
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
Hotel Riu Guanacaste
- Full-service spa
- 35 min from LIR
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 · Hotel Riu Guanacaste
- Official 24-hour all-inclusive product.
- Beachfront Pacific setting.
- Splash Water World, RIULand and RIU Party programming.
- Seven bars and strong entertainment footprint.
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 · Hotel Riu Guanacaste
- Recent food and service feedback is mixed to negative.
- Some guests report room and maintenance issues.
- Beach/ocean conditions can vary and the resort is not walkable to a town center.
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.