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Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive ResortvsSandals Grenada Resort & Spa
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Scores at a Glance
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive ResortSandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Overall
8.1
9.2
Beach
8.3
8.5
Food
7.8
9.1
Service
7.9
9.2
Rooms
8.5
9.0
Luxury
·
9.0
Value
7.7
8.3
Romance
·
9.4
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort | Measure | Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| 8.1 | Overall Score | 9.2 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.4 (4,320) | Google Rating | 4.6 (1,949) (better) |
| From $159 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| No | Adults Only | Yes |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 35 min | Airport Transfer | 15 min (better) |
All Scores
| Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort | Measure | Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| 8.3 | Beach | 8.5 (better) |
| 7.8 | Food | 9.1 (better) |
| 7.9 | Service | 9.2 (better) |
| 8.5 | Rooms | 9.0 (better) |
| 8.3 | Pools | 9.2 (better) |
| – | Luxury | 9.0 |
| 7.7 | Value | 8.3 (better) |
| 8.4 | Family | – |
| – | Romance | 9.4 |
| (better)8.3 | Nightlife | 7.8 |
| – | Quiet | 7.8 |
| – | Adventure | 8.9 |
| – | Wellness | 8.7 |
| 8.0 | Remote work | – |
Of the 10 measures we call, Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort leads on 1 and Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa leads on 9.
Vibes
| Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort | Measure | Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Lively | Yes |
| – | Romance | Yes |
| – | Quiet | Yes |
| – | Adventure | Yes |
Activities
| Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort | Measure | Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | – |
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 Grenada Resort & Spa
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 5 pools
- 10 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Butler service
- 15 min from GND
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 Grenada Resort & Spa
- Very strong all-inclusive scope.
- Adults-only couples focus.
- Short complimentary airport transfer.
- Excellent pool and private-pool room inventory.
- Included scuba for certified divers.
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 Grenada Resort & Spa
- Not for families or mixed-age groups.
- Spa treatments cost extra.
- Some guest reports say the beach is good rather than best-in-brand.
- Room selection matters because categories vary widely in privacy and wow factor.
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