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Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive ResortvsSecrets Papagayo Costa Rica
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Scores at a Glance
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive ResortSecrets Papagayo Costa Rica
Overall
8.1
8.5
Beach
8.3
8.1
Food
7.8
8.0
Service
7.9
8.5
Rooms
8.5
8.2
Value
7.7
8.0
Romance
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8.8
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort | Measure | Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica |
|---|---|---|
| 8.1 | Overall Score | 8.5 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.4 (4,548) | Google Rating | 4.4 (2,610) |
| (better)From $159 | Price / Night (pp) | From $261 |
| No | Adults Only | Yes |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 35 min | Airport Transfer | 20 min (better) |
All Scores
| Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort | Measure | Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.3 | Beach | 8.1 |
| 7.8 | Food | 8.0 (better) |
| 7.9 | Service | 8.5 (better) |
| (better)8.5 | Rooms | 8.2 |
| 8.3 | Pools | 8.5 (better) |
| 7.7 | Value | 8.0 (better) |
| 8.4 | Family | – |
| – | Romance | 8.8 |
| 8.3 | Nightlife | – |
| – | Quiet | 8.7 |
| 8.0 | Remote work | 8.0 |
Of the 9 measures we call, Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort leads on 3 and Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica leads on 6.
Vibes
| Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort | Measure | Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Lively | – |
| – | Romance | Yes |
| – | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort | Measure | Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | – |
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
- 2 pools
- 8 places to eat
- Full-service spa
- Butler service
- 35 min from LIR
Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 2 pools
- 6 places to eat
- Full-service spa
- 20 min from LIR
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 · Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica
- Quiet adults-only atmosphere.
- Beautiful Gulf of Papagayo views.
- Good romance and honeymoon fit.
- Small-to-mid-size resort feel compared with larger Costa Rica all-inclusives.
- Friendly staff and scenic room categories receive recurring praise.
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 · Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica
- Hilly layout is not ideal for mobility-limited guests.
- Food is generally good but not consistently exceptional.
- Beach is scenic and calm but not a powdery white-sand beach.
- Some rooms and facilities may feel due for updates.
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