All-Inclusive
Royalton Luxury Resorts
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, an Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Papagayo Peninsula, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Papagayo Peninsula, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Seven restaurants, five bars, and a café — all included, all reservation-free. That's the key operational advantage here. The specialty à la carte venues (East, Gusto, Sunset Strip, Blue Star) are the reason guests return; the So Cal buffet gets consistently average reviews. Guy's! Burger Joint runs poolside from 11am–6pm and appears in more guest reviews as a daily habit than as a novelty.
| Restaurant | Meals | Reservations | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Tex-Mex Cantina | Included | ||
| East Sushi & Teppanyaki Bar | Included | ||
| FUEL Coffee Co. | Included | ||
| Gusto Italian Trattoria | Included | ||
| Guy's! Burger Joint | Included | ||
| Overtime Sports Bar | Included | ||
| Point Break - The Sequel (Swim-up Bar) | Included | ||
| Point Break (Swim-up Bar) | Included | ||
| Premiere Bar & Lounge | Included | ||
| Room Service | Included | ||
| So Cal Gourmet Food Emporium | Included | ||
| STAR Class Pool Bar | Included | ||
| Sunset Strip Steakhouse & Grill | Included | ||
| The Green Room Lounge | Included | ||
| Tortuga (Pool Bar) | Included |
Steakhouse
Dinner-only steakhouse (6–10pm), evening casual dress. The house signature is 'The Director's Cut' steak. Décor leans into Hollywood golden-age nostalgia. Good for a quieter dinner compared to the livelier pool-area venues. No reservation required.
Signature dishes: The Director's Cut steak
Italian
Italian à la carte, dinner only. Fresh pasta and risotto are the draws — guests specifically mention these in reviews over the pizza. Candle-lit with vintage movie posters, one of the more romantic venue options on-site. No reservation required.
Signature dishes: Fresh pasta, Delicious pizza, Rich risotto
Japanese (Sushi & Teppanyaki)
The teppanyaki side of this restaurant is a regular highlight in guest reviews — the chef performance at the grill table is the main event. The sushi bar runs concurrently if you want to skip the show format. Dinner only, no reservation required but the teppanyaki tables fill early; arrive at opening.
Signature dishes: Fresh sushi rolls, Teppanyaki dishes
Tex-Mex
Lively saloon atmosphere. Fajitas and tequila flights are the main draws. More casual energy than the steakhouse or Italian — better for groups. Dinner only, evening casual dress.
Signature dishes: Signature fajitas, Tequila flights
International Buffet
Main buffet, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Multiple live stations including wood-fired flatbreads and a taco section. Receives the most mixed reviews of any venue — quality varies by meal period. Breakfast and lunch are better received than dinner. No reservation, resort casual dress.
Signature dishes: Wood-fired flatbreads, Handcrafted baked goods, Food truck-style Mexican treats and churros, Japanese and Korean fusion dishes, Traditional American grilled classics
American (Burgers, Fries)
Guy Fieri branded poolside counter, open 11am–6pm. Customizable burgers with house sauces and seasoned fries — consistently the most crowd-pleasing daytime food option. No reservation, walk-up only, no dress code.
Signature dishes: Mouthwatering burgers with unique toppings, House-made sauces, Signature seasoned fries
Pub Food
Sports bar with pub food. Good for catching games; not a dining destination in itself. Serves lunch, dinner, and snacks, indoor.
Signature dishes: Traditional pub food
Coffee Shop/Deli
Coffee shop and deli. Specialty coffees, smoothies, pastries, finger sandwiches, and ice cream. The best option for an early breakfast before the main buffet opens or a mid-afternoon snack break.
Signature dishes: Specialty coffees, Healthy smoothies, Pastries, Finger sandwiches, Ice cream
Bar/Lounge
Main lobby bar. The PH Purple Haze cocktail appears in guest reviews as the signature order. Late morning to late evening, smart casual.
Signature dishes: PH Purple Haze cocktail
Bar/Lounge (Premium Drinks)
Exclusive to STAR Class guests. Premium liquor selection in a quieter setting — this is the functional benefit that most justifies the STAR Class upgrade for couples who want a retreat from the resort's main energy.
Signature dishes: Selection of premium liquor
Bar (Drinks)
Swim-up bar at the main family pool. Full beverage menu during pool hours.
Bar (Drinks)
Second swim-up bar, same format. Having two prevents the bottleneck that's common at single-bar pools.
Bar (Drinks)
Outdoor bar at the main pool. Full beverage range, open during pool hours.
Bar (Drinks)
STAR Class guests only. Poolside service at the private pool area.
International
24 hours, international menu. Included in the all-inclusive rate — a practical option when the golf cart shuttle wait doesn't appeal at midnight.
