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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·★ 4.5
Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica
Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica
Five-Star·★ 4.4·Adults Only

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
·
8.8
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive ResortMeasureSecrets Papagayo Costa Rica
8.1Overall Score8.5 (better)
5-starStar Rating5-star
(better)4.5 (5,219)Google Rating4.4 (2,621)
(better)From $260Price / Night (pp)From $420
NoAdults OnlyYes
ListedKids' ClubNot applicable
Near coastBeachfrontNear coast
Mid-sizeResort SizeMid-size
35 minAirport Transfer20 min (better)

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Included. 24/7 room service included
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking. Blue Star Tex-Mex Cantina: Tequila flights and branded merchandise carry additional charges. Overtime Sports Bar: Adults only after 22:00; dinner service ends at 22:00 although the bar remains open later. Green Room Lounge: Exclusive to STAR Class guests. 5 a la carte incl. Guy Fieri's burger joint plus international buffet; 11 bars and a cafe Seven named restaurant concepts are listed by the current directory, while saved count is six. Main-page bar counts conflict internally (five versus eleven), so aggregate counts are held. No new sister-hotel dining access inferred.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 8 people in one accommodation. Director's Suite Two Bedroom; Producer's Suite Two Bedroom. Adult limit unverified.
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Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica

Kids' club & childcare
Not applicable: adults only
Room service
Available with limits. 24-hour room service. The June 25, 2026 supplier guide flags temporarily limited hours without stating the schedule, despite broader 24-hour wording elsewhere; current hours are unverified.
Dining reservations
Reservations required: Himitsu (Reservations required for hibachi/teppanyaki tables only; retained imported rule, confirm current arrangements). Other reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking. Portofino: Private wine-cellar dining costs extra; price unverified. Regular restaurant dining remains included. Seaside Grill: Breakfast exclusive to Preferred Club guests; lunch and dinner are separately listed. Six restaurants plus Coco Cafe (Himitsu, Portofino, Seaside Grill, Market Cafe buffet, Aqua spa restaurant); five bars incl. swim-up Himitsu hibachi/teppanyaki tables require reservations; Seaside Grill breakfast is exclusive to Preferred Club guests. Portofino private wine-cellar dining carries additional charges, as recorded in the fact sheet. The June 2026 supplier guide flags temporarily limited room-service hours but does not specify them; confirm current hours. Other reservation rules are not confirmed.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 4 people in one accommodation. Preferred Club Presidential Suite Ocean View. Adult limit unverified.
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Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Highlights

  • 2 pools
  • 8 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • Butler service
  • 35 min from LIR

Why choose it

  • 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.

Keep in mind

  • 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.

Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica

Highlights

  • Adults-only all-inclusive
  • 2 pools
  • 6 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • 20 min from LIR

Why choose it

  • 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.

Keep in mind

  • 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.

All Scores

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive ResortMeasureSecrets Papagayo Costa Rica
(better)8.3Beach8.1
7.8Food8.0 (better)
7.9Service8.5 (better)
(better)8.5Rooms8.2
8.3Pools8.5 (better)
7.7Value8.0 (better)
8.4Family–
–Romance8.8
8.3Nightlife–
–Quiet8.7
8.0Remote work8.0

Of the 10 measures we call, Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort leads on 4 and Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica leads on 6.

Vibes

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive ResortMeasureSecrets Papagayo Costa Rica
YesLively–
–RomanceYes
–QuietYes

Activities

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive ResortMeasureSecrets Papagayo Costa Rica
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
YesNightlife–
YesKids–
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