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Moon Palace Jamaica
Moon Palace Jamaica
Five-Star·4.2
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·4.4
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Moon Palace JamaicaPlanet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Quick Stats

8.4
Overall Score
8.1
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.2 (6,688)
Google Rating
4.4 (3,997)
Price / Night
No
Adults Only
No
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
23 min
Airport Transfer
35 min

All Scores

8.1
Beach
8.3
8.0
Food
7.8
8.2
Service
7.9
8.0
Rooms
8.5
8.8
Pools
8.3
7.7
Value
7.7
9.0
Family
8.4
8.2
Nightlife
8.3
8.0
Remote work
8.0

Vibes

Moon Palace Jamaica
Lively
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Lively

Activities

Moon Palace Jamaica
SpaWater sportsNightlifeKids
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
SpaWater sportsNightlifeKids

Moon Palace Jamaica

  • 4 pools
  • 6 restaurants & bars
  • Full-service spa
  • 23 min from OCJ

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 — Moon Palace Jamaica

  • Very strong family activity profile.
  • Four-pool setup with children’s areas and water activities.
  • Large spa and multiple dining outlets.
  • Walkable or close to Ocho Rios attractions.
  • Good fit for families with kids and teens.

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 — Moon Palace Jamaica

  • Some guests find the resort smaller or more repetitive than Palace’s Mexico properties.
  • Transfer from MBJ can be long if not flying into OCJ.
  • Food and service feedback is more mixed than the best family resorts.
  • Beach is pleasant but not the strongest beach-first Jamaica choice.

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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