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Makanda by the Sea

5.0 star property

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2 outdoor pools, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas
Creator video
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy
Pacific Jacuzzi Suite
Poolside bar

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Spa pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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1 Kilometro al Oeste de Centro Comercial, Plaza Vista, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601
  • Place, Playa Espadilla
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Pará Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Biesanz Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Ocean Club Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 67 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Tropical Suite

Tropical Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool

Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 130 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Villa 4 People

Luxury Villa 4 People

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 75 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Pacific Jacuzzi Suite

Pacific Jacuzzi Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Grand Pool Villa

Honeymoon Grand Pool Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 92 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Junior Pool Villa

Honeymoon Junior Pool Villa

  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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WOW Suite Premier Suite

WOW Suite Premier Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sky Penthouse Private Pool

Sky Penthouse Private Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 130 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Quepos

With a stay at Makanda by the Sea in Quepos (Manuel Antonio), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Biesanz Beach and Playa Espadilla. .This beach hotel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Marina Pez Vela.

What's nearby

  • Playa Espadilla - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Pará Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Playitas Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Brisas Wellness Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Biesanz Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 173 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Falafel Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Emilio's Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Karolas Restaurant - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Makanda by the Sea

Adults-only beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools
Makanda by the Sea offers 33 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 outdoor swimming pools and 2 hot tubs are on site. Other recreational amenities include a private beach, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 33 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and espresso makers. Your bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. 55-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. After dipping into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or 2 hot tubs, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. The complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Arbol Restaurant, a restaurant which specializes in international cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). When you are in need of a refreshing drink, visit the swim-up bar or one of 2 bars/lounges, or 2 poolside bars. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.
Arbol Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Pool Lounge - This cocktail bar is located by the pool and specializes in local and international cuisine. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 30 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Arbol Restaurant
  • Pool Lounge

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Renovated entire property - June 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 16 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 30 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 170 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-in fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services, spa treatments, and private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Hotel Makanda
Hotel Makanda Sea Adults Only
Hotel Makanda Sea Adults Only Manuel Antonio
Makanda Hotel
Makanda Sea Adults Only
Makanda Sea Adults Only Manuel Antonio
Makanda Sea Hotel Manuel Antonio, Quepos
Makanda Sea Hotel
Makanda Sea Manuel Antonio, Quepos
Makanda Sea
Hotel Makanda By the Sea Adults Only
Makanda Sea Hotel Manuel Antonio
Makanda Sea Manuel Antonio
Makanda By The Sea Hotel Manuel Antonio National Park
Makanda By The Sea Costa Rica/Manuel Antonio National Park
Makanda by the Sea Hotel
Makanda by the Sea Quepos
Makanda by the Sea Hotel Quepos

Makanda by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 441 out of 549 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 549 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 549 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 549 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 549 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

parwinder

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great experience. The hotel staff was awesome, and I enjoyed the food and pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Xiao

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was basically half empty when we stayed here. It’s generally okay but not worth the price tag it comes with. The floors are made with tile and the hotel is on an very hilly terrain so the tiles become extremely and dangerously slippery when it rains which is basically every day in costa rica. They provide you with crocs to borrow and wear during your stay and golf cart rides to address this. The staff were okay. There is a “beach access” to a small beach with about 4 lounge chairs but you either have to take a golf cart or walk down a very hilly wall through a jungle terrain to get to it. No one was at the beach during our whole stay. If you go to watch the sunset or fall asleep at the beach and stay past 4pm, the staff will not pick you up with the golf cart. This happened to us and we ended up walking the very hilly trail up through the jungle in complete darkness. It was quite terrifying with bats flying across our faces and giant spiders all over! We also got drinks during happy hour which was buy one get one free. However because we ordered a nonalcoholic version of the drinks, they didn’t apply the happy hour deal to our order which is odd because we ended up paying more for nonalcoholic drinks than we would have for the alcohol. The restaurant at the hotel is good but pretty overpriced for the small portions you get. Overall we felt like every experience involved them trying to upcharge us in some way. I would stay at another hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food and hotel was incredible. The staff was so kind and helpful with anything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Travelled with partner
The property was beautiful! The ocean front room was amazing. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The Spa is a must
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property full of amenities. Staff is the friendliest and a quick phone call away at anytime. From getting you a taxi, to room service, the front desk is a text away from whatever you need. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Makanda by the Sea exceeded our expectations in every way. Our suite was spacious, beautifully designed, and offered breathtaking views—pure luxury and comfort. We loved the boutique hotel atmosphere: intimate, stylish, and thoughtfully curated. The welcome treat was a lovely touch, setting the tone for a relaxing stay. The infinity pool and poolside bar were highlights—perfect spots to unwind while soaking in the stunning jungle-meets-ocean scenery. Although golf carts were available for transportation around the property, we didn’t use them, as we enjoyed exploring on foot. A truly magical part of the experience was the connection to wildlife—hearing and spotting monkeys right on the grounds added such a special, natural charm. Highly recommend for anyone seeking a romantic and luxurious retreat immersed in nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magdiel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an absolutely magical experience! We chose this place for our honeymoon and couldn't have picked a better destination! From the moment we stepped foot on the grounds, we felt like royalty. The ambiance was spectacular - everywhere you turn you are witnessing beauty, lush forest backgrounds, playful animals in the trees and stunning Pacific Ocean views. Every single staff member here knew our names and were eager to help. They were so friendly and made our stay that much better. Our Ocean Suite room was immaculate and so beautiful. The balcony and view of the ocean made every morning so special! The bathroom was spacious and spa-like, and the bed was very comfortable. Having Netflix on the TV was a nice touch for a night-in with delicious room service after a long day of adventuring. The breakfasts on the pool terrace were amazing and the best way to start our day. The fresh fruit, coffee and juice, along with the high-end meal options were something we looked forward to. Our favorite pool, the saltwater pool, and our favorite bartended Elias, was such a nice way to unwind while enjoying the breathtaking views or the playful monkeys. The water was just cool enough to feel refreshed against the warm balmy air. The swim up bar was so convenient and a fun little party in an otherwise serene and calm setting. We can't recommend this place enough for a truly special experience. We WILL be back someday!
Couples massage at the spa. Two sloths hanging in the trees right outside our room!
The pool terrace.
Entrance to paradise.
Ocean Suite balcony hanging chair.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ben

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alvin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property, room, and service were exceptional. Adrian the bartender makes fantastic drinks. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. We saw more wildlife on the hotel grounds than in the park. Also got a free upgrade to room with a pool. On the other hand,food was mediocre and the walkways are slippery and felt less than safe in this hilly wet enviorment. We were under the impression that the breakfast was included, however we were told during checkin that as we booked through expedia we only got the fruit plate not the breakfast. So that was an additional $20 + per person if you wanted the breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivetee, Monterey Park

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and nature.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Del, Arlington

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very accommodating. Properly was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John, Brookline

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kayla

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice so I thought until I flipped pillows and seen makeup and the sheets were dirty… something tore me up in the room I have bug bites … the food is trash… it just wasn’t a nice experience for me
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful retreat, beach not so great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow, wow, wow! That was everything I expected and more! We stayed in the luxury Penhouse, Suite 19. The room is beautiful, large, and the bathroom is also large. The living room and bathroom have doors that lead to the huge balcony. Every evening, from the balcony, we enjoyed a perfect sunset view. We enjoyed our friendly visitors each day: small monkeys, an iguana, humming birds, butterflies, and red/blue birds. Despite being surrounded by the forest, no bugs or insects disturbed us. We were able to leave the doors open for hours. The monkeys would walk by a few occasions, but never entered lol. Cool experience. The most impressive feature for me is the WhatsApp communication service. Anything you need, weather it be pillows at 11pm, a taxi ride to and from the hotel or anywhere, room food service, etc, it's only one text away, and the response time is literally only seconds! The main pool / restaurant area is extremely beautiful. The staff is friendly and professional. We had planned to do so many adventurous things such as zip lining, jet skiing, visiting waterfalls, etc, but we didn't do any of those things because we enjoyed just staying in our large room and relaxing on the balcony and swimming in the private pool attached the balcony. Thank you, Hotel Makana, for an unforgettable experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is amazing. Bayron, Leo, Nielson, Jonathon!! We miss them, they were so awesome! The hotel staff is incredibly helpful and kind. I would give this hotel 10 stars if I could. Beautiful, relaxing and very luxurious.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asa

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing, far exceeded expectations. Very quiet and relaxing, safe and secure, best staff we have ever experienced. Would definitely recommend a stay. No need to leave property other than for excursions.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bharati

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful resort, perfect after a stressful period of time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

amir

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025