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

Playa Manzanillo Bahia, Peninsula Papagayo, Guanacaste Province, Culebra, 50101, Costa Rica

Five-StarNear CoastMid-Size
4.4
★★★★★
3,997 reviews on Google
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Highlights

—2 pools
—8 restaurants & bars
—Full-service spa
—Butler service
—35 min from LIR

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Guest Reviews

★★★★★
Agustin Fregoso · 3 months ago

Good experience My wife and I had a really good time at Planet Hollywood Costa Rica and there are some things that are good about the resort but there is some things that people should be aware of before coming and something during our stay that we were not a fan of. The good: Food, staff and drin...

★★★★★
Randy Lecorps · 4 months ago

Last week, I stayed at Planet Hollywood and we had Star Class for 7 days. The hotel is truly wonderful — the food was excellent, the atmosphere, the pool, and the staff were all perfect. From the moment we arrived at the restaurants, we were welcomed by friendly and smiling staff. Our butler, Gerar...

★★★★★
Paul Querido · 4 months ago

People were exceptional. Friendly, polite, courteous and very willing to help. Rooms are spacious, clean but could tell it hadn’t been deep cleaned in a long time. Spider webs in every corner and facet of the room. Food options are plentiful: the So Cal ( buffet ) was excellent and honestly tha...

★★★★★
Shaunte N · 4 months ago

I'm a fan. This resort far exceeded my expectations as it relates to service, the room, food, location and amenities. The layout of the room and space was really nice. I didn't feel the humidity you sometimes get when staying in tropical climates which was nice and it was comfy and a whole vibe. ...

★★★★★
Gordon Lenz II · 3 months ago

FYI- Rating based on the fact that this is an all inclusive experience with a Destination Wedding including Kids and Grandkids: We went to Planet Hollywood Costa Rica for a destination Wedding, and were pleasantly surprised with the location and Resort. The Staff were welcoming from the moment we ar...

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Details
—Playa Manzanillo Bahia, Peninsula Papagayo, Guanacaste Province, Culebra, 50101, Costa Rica
—+506 4703 1000
Getting There
—Nearest airport: LIR
Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport
—35 min transfer
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8.1/10
Planet Hollywood Hotels & Resorts
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Scores

Beach8.3
Medium
Food7.8
Medium
Service7.9
Medium
Rooms8.5
Medium
Pools8.3
Medium
Value7.7
Medium
Family8.4
Medium
Nightlife8.3
Medium
Remote work8.0
Medium

Pros

  • 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

  • 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.

Things to know

  • Planet Hollywood Costa Rica is a family-friendly all-inclusive in the Gulf of Papagayo and part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection all-inclusive portfolio.
  • The resort has 292 suites, eight restaurants, two pools, a spa, fitness center, kids recreation, and Star Class upgrades.
  • Views, rooms, sunsets, and Star Class service are recurring positives.
  • The resort is hilly; shuttles or golf carts matter more than at a flat beach resort.
  • Food and service feedback is mixed, with some guests praising specialty dining and others reporting operational misses.

Hidden tips

  • Consider Star Class if restaurant reservations, upgraded drinks, and better room positioning matter.
  • Plan for stairs or shuttle waits because the hill is a recurring guest theme.
  • Use excursions to avoid feeling confined to a relatively compact resort footprint.

What guests say

Most loved
  • Rooms and ocean views
  • Sunsets and Papagayo scenery
  • Star Class service when executed well
  • Pool staff and drinks
  • Family-friendly all-inclusive convenience
Most common complaints
  • Hilly layout and shuttle waits
  • Food and restaurant reservation inconsistency
  • Service gaps or app/reservation friction
  • Limited activities without excursions
  • Beach experience can be less compelling than views and pools
Things people wish they knew
  • The hill is a major practical factor in the stay.
  • Star Class can improve the experience, but guest feedback still reports inconsistencies.
  • This works best when paired with excursions rather than staying only on property.
From Reddit

Reddit feedback is mixed: guests praise views, rooms, sunsets, some food, and pool staff, but repeatedly cite the steep layout, shuttle waits, inconsistent service, and only average food or entertainment.

Rooms

Rooms To Avoid:Guests who dislike hills or stairs should avoid room locations far from the pool and beach unless shuttle availability is confirmed.Medium

Multiple guest sources describe the resort as hilly and shuttle-dependent.

Best Room Category:Star Class ocean-view suitesMedium

Best fit for guests prioritizing stronger views, butler-style service, lounge access, and upgraded drinks.

The facts

292
Room Count
2
Number Of Pools
8
Number Of Restaurants
SpaGood WifiKids ClubTeen ClubBeachfrontClub LevelButler ServiceFamily FriendlySwimmable Beach

How we scored it

Food
Specialty Dining: 8Reservation Caveat: 6.8Restaurant Variety: 8.2Guest Food Sentiment: 7.6
Food Score From Official Restaurant Count Guest Review Mentions And Reservation Caveats · sources: Official, Marriott, TripAdvisor, Reddit, YouTube · verified 2026-06-28
Beach
Views: 8.8Sunsets: 9Beach Access: 8.6Swimmability: 7.7Beach Quality Caveat: 7
Beach Score From Beachfront Setting Guest Scenery Sentiment And Swimmability Caveats · sources: Official, Marriott, TripAdvisor, Reddit, Vacation Couple · verified 2026-06-28
Pools
Pool Staff: 8.6Lounger Caveat: 7.2Pool Inventory: 8.2Star Class Pool: 8.5
Pool Score From Two Pool Inventory Guest Pool Staff Feedback And Star Class Pool Context · sources: Official, Marriott, Reddit, TripAdvisor, Vacation Couple · verified 2026-06-28
Rooms
Views: 8.8Comfort: 8.4Suite Size: 8.6Maintenance Caveat: 7.2
Room Score From 292 Suite Inventory Ocean Views And Guest Comfort Feedback · sources: Marriott, Official, Reddit, TripAdvisor, Vacation Couple · verified 2026-06-28
Value
Beach Views: 8.4Food Caveat: 7Suite Value: 8.3Marriott Value: 8Service Caveat: 6.8
Value Score From Marriott Points Potential Suite Quality And Food Service Caveats · sources: Marriott, Reddit, TripAdvisor, Official, YouTube · verified 2026-06-28
Family
Pools: 8.3Suite Space: 8.5Kids Recreation: 8.5Hilly Layout Caveat: 6.8
Family Score From Kids Recreation All Suite Product Pool And Activity Sources · sources: Marriott, Official, TripAdvisor, YouTube · verified 2026-06-28
Overall
Food: 7.8Rooms: 8.5Views: 8.6Service: 7.9Layout Caveat: 6.5
Weighted Guest Sentiment And Official Fact Analysis With Service Food Layout Caveats · sources: Official, Marriott, TripAdvisor, Reddit, Vacation Couple, YouTube, Planet Hollywood Hotels · verified 2026-06-28
Service
Pool Service: 8.5General Staff: 8Service Gap Caveat: 6.6Star Class Service: 8.3
Guest Sentiment Analysis Balancing Pool Star Class And Staff Praise Against Service Gap Reports · sources: TripAdvisor, Reddit, Marriott, Official, Vacation Couple · verified 2026-06-28
Nightlife
Bars: 8.2Night Activity: 8Theme Entertainment: 8.4Limited Activity Caveat: 7
Nightlife Score From Hollywood Theme Entertainment Bars And Guest Activity Feedback · sources: Official, Marriott, Reddit, TripAdvisor · verified 2026-06-28
Remote work
Wifi: 8.4Views: 8.6Suite Space: 8.5Quiet Caveat: 6.8Workspace Evidence: 6.8
Remote Work Score From Marriott Wifi All Suite Room Product And Activity Layout Caveats · sources: Marriott, Official, TripAdvisor · verified 2026-06-28

Sources

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Scored with Grand Escape methodology v1.0.