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Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive ResortvsSandals Dunn's River

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
Sandals Dunn's River
Sandals Dunn's River
Five-Star·4.8·Adults Only
OverallBeachFoodServiceRoomsLuxuryValueRomance
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive ResortSandals Dunn's River

Quick Stats

8.1
Overall Score
8.9
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.4 (3,997)
Google Rating
4.8 (1,497)
Price / Night
No
Adults Only
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
35 min
Airport Transfer
30 min

All Scores

8.3
Beach
8.8
7.8
Food
8.7
7.9
Service
8.7
8.5
Rooms
9.0
8.3
Pools
9.1
7.7
Value
7.9
8.4
Family
Romance
9.3
8.3
Nightlife
8.3
8.0
Remote work
8.0

Vibes

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Lively
Sandals Dunn's River
RomanceLively

Activities

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
SpaWater sportsNightlifeKids
Sandals Dunn's River
SpaGolfWater sportsNightlife

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

Sandals Dunn's River

  • Adults-only all-inclusive
  • 5 pools
  • 12 restaurants & bars
  • Full-service spa
  • Butler service
  • Swim-up suites

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.

Pros — Sandals Dunn's River

  • Recently renovated and reopened Sandals resort.
  • Adults-only couples-focused setting.
  • Strong restaurant and bar inventory.
  • Excellent pool and room-category variety.
  • Access to nearby Sandals Ochi amenities.

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.

Cons — Sandals Dunn's River

  • Transfer from MBJ or KIN is much longer than from OCJ.
  • Some guest feedback reports crowding or noise in busier periods.
  • Food feedback is positive overall but more variable than official positioning suggests.
  • Premium suite categories are expensive.
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