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Hurawalhi Island ResortvsPlanet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
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Scores at a Glance
Hurawalhi Island ResortPlanet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Overall
9.5
8.1
Beach
9.4
8.3
Food
9.5
7.8
Service
9.5
7.9
Rooms
9.4
8.5
Luxury
9.4
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Value
9.0
7.7
Romance
9.7
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Hurawalhi Island Resort | Measure | Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.5 | Overall Score | 8.1 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.9 (918) | Google Rating | 4.4 (4,320) |
| From $359 | Price / Night (pp) | From $159 (better) |
| Yes | Adults Only | No |
| – | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 40 min | Airport Transfer | 35 min (better) |
All Scores
| Hurawalhi Island Resort | Measure | Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.4 | Beach | 8.3 |
| (better)9.5 | Food | 7.8 |
| (better)9.5 | Service | 7.9 |
| (better)9.4 | Rooms | 8.5 |
| (better)8.8 | Pools | 8.3 |
| 9.4 | Luxury | – |
| (better)9.0 | Value | 7.7 |
| – | Family | 8.4 |
| 9.7 | Romance | – |
| – | Nightlife | 8.3 |
| 9.5 | Quiet | – |
| 8.9 | Wellness | – |
| 7.4 | Remote work | 8.0 (better) |
Of the 11 measures we call, Hurawalhi Island Resort leads on 8 and Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort leads on 3.
Vibes
| Hurawalhi Island Resort | Measure | Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Quiet | – |
| – | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| Hurawalhi Island Resort | Measure | Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| – | Nightlife | Yes |
| – | Kids | Yes |
Hurawalhi Island Resort
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 40 min from MLE
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 · Hurawalhi Island Resort
- True all-inclusive
- Adults-only private island
- Excellent house reef
- Signature undersea restaurant
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 · Hurawalhi Island Resort
- Premium price point
- Seaplane logistics
- Not suitable for younger families
- Some special experiences may be excluded
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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