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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica
Five-Star
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Five-Star·★ 4.5

Scores at a Glance

Hotel Riu Palace Costa RicaPlanet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Overall
7.9
8.1
Beach
8.2
8.3
Food
7.3
7.8
Service
8.0
7.9
Rooms
7.4
8.5
Value
7.8
7.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

Hotel Riu Palace Costa RicaMeasurePlanet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
7.9Overall Score8.1 (better)
5-starStar Rating5-star
–Google Rating4.5 (5,219)
(better)From $168Price / Night (pp)From $260
NoAdults OnlyNo
ListedKids' ClubListed
Near coastBeachfrontNear coast
Mid-sizeResort SizeMid-size
45 minAirport Transfer35 min (better)

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Included. 24 hours
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking. Arenal buffet plus Krystal, L'anfora, Tokio and Papagayo grill; some listings count up to 6 pools/extra bars Named service details are confirmed by the current directory. Papagayo breakfast is listed in its meal tag; exact breakfast hours are unverified. L’Anfora has starter/dessert buffets alongside the dinner menu; mixed service does not create additional restaurants.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 5 people in one accommodation. Family Suite. Adult limit unverified.
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Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Included. 24/7 room service included
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking. Blue Star Tex-Mex Cantina: Tequila flights and branded merchandise carry additional charges. Overtime Sports Bar: Adults only after 22:00; dinner service ends at 22:00 although the bar remains open later. Green Room Lounge: Exclusive to STAR Class guests. 5 a la carte incl. Guy Fieri's burger joint plus international buffet; 11 bars and a cafe Seven named restaurant concepts are listed by the current directory, while saved count is six. Main-page bar counts conflict internally (five versus eleven), so aggregate counts are held. No new sister-hotel dining access inferred.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 8 people in one accommodation. Director's Suite Two Bedroom; Producer's Suite Two Bedroom. Adult limit unverified.
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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica

Highlights

  • 6 pools
  • 5 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • 45 min from LIR

Why choose it

  • Large pool complex with swim-up bar.
  • Beachfront Matapalo Beach setting.
  • Family-friendly all-inclusive format.
  • RIU entertainment and nearby Riu Guanacaste context add activity options.
  • Shorter transfer than more remote northern Guanacaste resorts.

Keep in mind

  • Food consistency and restaurant lines are recurring complaints.
  • Rooms can feel dated.
  • Not a strong local Costa Rica immersion experience.
  • Large resort setting can feel crowded in peak weeks.

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Highlights

  • 2 pools
  • 8 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • Butler service
  • 35 min from LIR

Why choose it

  • 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.

Keep in mind

  • 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.

All Scores

Hotel Riu Palace Costa RicaMeasurePlanet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
8.2Beach8.3 (better)
7.3Food7.8 (better)
(better)8.0Service7.9
7.4Rooms8.5 (better)
(better)8.7Pools8.3
(better)7.8Value7.7
8.1Family8.4 (better)
8.0Nightlife8.3 (better)
7.0Remote work8.0 (better)

Of the 12 measures we call, Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica leads on 4 and Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort leads on 8.

Vibes

Hotel Riu Palace Costa RicaMeasurePlanet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
YesLivelyYes

Activities

Hotel Riu Palace Costa RicaMeasurePlanet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
YesNightlifeYes
YesKidsYes
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