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JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-InclusivevsPlanet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
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Scores at a Glance
JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-InclusivePlanet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Overall
8.7
8.1
Beach
8.5
8.3
Food
8.8
7.8
Service
8.6
7.9
Rooms
8.9
8.5
Luxury
9.0
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Value
7.6
7.7
Romance
8.6
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive | Measure | Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 8.7 (better) | Overall Score | 8.1 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| – | Google Rating | 4.4 (4,285) |
| From $289 | Price / Night (pp) | From $159 (better) |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Oceanfront | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Grand | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 90 min | Airport Transfer | 35 min (better) |
All Scores
| JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive | Measure | Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 8.5 (better) | Beach | 8.3 |
| 8.8 (better) | Food | 7.8 |
| 8.6 (better) | Service | 7.9 |
| 8.9 (better) | Rooms | 8.5 |
| 9.3 (better) | Pools | 8.3 |
| 9.0 | Luxury | – |
| 7.6 | Value | 7.7 (better) |
| 8.7 (better) | Family | 8.4 |
| 8.6 | Romance | – |
| 6.8 | Nightlife | 8.3 (better) |
| 8.8 | Quiet | – |
| 8.7 | Adventure | – |
| 9.1 | Wellness | – |
| 7.4 | Remote work | 8.0 (better) |
| 7.0 | Accessibility | – |
Vibes
| JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive | Measure | Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Adventure | – |
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Quiet | – |
| – | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive | Measure | Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | nature | – |
| Yes | Golf | – |
| – | Nightlife | Yes |
| – | Kids | Yes |
JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive
- 315 guest rooms
- 11 dining options
- 17 swimming pools
- 16000 sq ft spa
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 · JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive
- Large luxury all-inclusive footprint with extensive pools and dining.
- Strong wellness positioning with a substantial spa and fitness program.
- Beachfront Costa Elena location with nature and water-sport appeal.
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 · JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive
- Limited mature guest-review history.
- Remote location may feel isolated for travelers who like to explore towns independently.
- Likely premium pricing compared with established regional all-inclusive options.
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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