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Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

4.5 star property

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Terrace/patio
Standard Room
Studio Suite | Private kitchen
Royal Jungle View
Junior Suite

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
Road to Punta Quepos, 900 m NW from La Mariposa Hotel, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601
  • Biesanz Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Playitas Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Manuel Antonio Beach
  • Quepos (XQP)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio Suite Ocean View

Studio Suite Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Royal Jungle View with Private Pool

Royal Jungle View with Private Pool

  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Superior Ocean View

Superior Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite

Studio Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Royal Jungle View

Royal Jungle View

  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Family Suite with Shared Pool

Family Suite with Shared Pool

  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite

Family Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Royal Ocean View

Royal Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Jungle Room with Private Pool

Jungle Room with Private Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Jungle Room with Shared Pool

Jungle Room with Shared Pool

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Manuel Antonio

Located in Quepos, Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio is by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Playitas Beach and Biesanz Beach. .This beach hotel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Playa La Macha.

What's nearby

  • Biesanz Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Playitas Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Marina Pez Vela - 9 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Playa La Macha - 14 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 175 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Emilio's Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Burû - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Magic Bus - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio offers 77 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

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

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 77 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an attached winery and an outdoor pool. Additional features at this Mediterranean hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Communal pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Winery

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2010
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from June 5 2025 to October 15 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Parking area
  • Select guestrooms

Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool

Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per accommodation, per night
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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 250 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 190 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per night

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Shana
Shana Hotel
Shana Hotel Manuel Antonio
Shana Manuel Antonio
Shana Hotel & Spa Costa Rica/Manuel Antonio National Park

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 743 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1002 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

tamara

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning hotel very high end great food
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

clarice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second stay at the hotel, and I was not disappointed. The manager, a lovely French lady, was very accommodating and even sent me a beautiful fruit platter. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ERICH, MIAMI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel- attention to detail in every aspect from the foid, the drinks at the bar (excellent bartender), and overall friendly and atrentive staff. The property has fantastic ocean and jungle views, and the private access to Biesanz beach a super plus
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA, SAINT AUGUSTINE BEACH

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old run down hotel in need of upgrading. Sub par food. But grt service and great view and grt location to small beach
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay at Shana.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hytham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Jacqueline

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pro's: Excellent breakfast. Great that they have a family pool and adult only pool. Arranged for transportation into town at a reasonable price. We had booked a room with a "private pool" but we couldn't use it at night because of the mosquitoes -- it was nice for a late afternoon dip though with a cocktail. Con's: location is not very convenient for walking up hill to town and the private trail to the beach is available, but the beach below is nothing special. Hotel is on a steep hill, that they have a golf cart shuttle to take you from your room to the lobby. I would not recommend for people with mobility issues Overall, if I went again to the area the question is would I stay here again, and the answer is no, hence me 2 star rating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay at Shana! The service was outstanding—from advance planning, arrival, tour scheduling, and meals at the restaurant—the staff went above and beyond. Their attentiveness and professionalism set this hotel apart. The location is really great too. We enjoyed the beach access and convenience to Manuel Antonio Nat'l Park and Ziplining Tour. I’ll definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What we enjoyed: Seeing a troupe of squirrel monkeys and a couple of capuchin monkeys on the property The steep walk up and down the property The steep walk to and from the beach We did not enjoy the following: Dated furnishings in room A mediocre breakfast buffet compared to all others we enjoyed in Costa Rica; mediocre is probably an overstatement The very grumpy male towel attendant (all 3 days) The paper-thin door to the adjoining room that allowed the noise of 3 teenage girls to carry loudly The restrictive Happy Hour guidelines The limited safe parking spaces as upper curbside parking exposed our vehicle to tight conditions Shana by the Beach has ZERO amenities at the BEACH; instead "hawkers" argue with each other over who is going to rent you a $20 beach chair The beach surf area is incredibly rocky and shallow Note: If you have a car, there is a GREAT public beach just 2 km toward Manual Antonio. Access is just east of Karahe Restaurant parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was so good. The proximity to the beach was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDREA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Like the place embedded in the mountain surrounded by exotic animals. Rooms, pool and restaurant outstanding !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

christina

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel, muy limpio y todo el Staf de el hotel, super amables
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Assume hotel! Excellent breakfast, cleanness, nice pool and gorgeous views to ocean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent 300 per night. The location is on a cliff, so it’s hell of a drive to get in and out of the area (if you wanna go to the national park or downtown). when we first arrived, the receptionist spent 3 minutes going over the layover of the resort and promised a guided tour will be done with a golf cart, but didn’t happen. When got to the room, the curtain didn’t close and was obviously missing a piece. Called the front desk, who said someone will be over in 10 minutes. Waited 15 minutes for someone to get there, who took a look and said will be back in 5 minutes, and ofc he didn’t come back in time. Obviously I didn’t wanna waste time waiting for them, so I went to the front desk physically, which btw, is also a hell of a hike uphill, the lady told me that she’s working on a solution, but no details and timeline. So I decided to explore the beach, while they are working on a “solution”, meanwhile we’ve already wasted 40 minutes. When we came back from the beach, another 45 minutes later, they were in our room fixing, along with a manager, who basically told us to soilder through the night and will replace a new one next day. And she didn’t mention anything like “I’m sorry” or “apologies.” To make the matter worse, we got locked out twice because they failed to change the batteries. The breakfast is also terrible, linens are dirty and old, there’s no sound isolation, and useless staff. Overall, absolute nightmare and so not worth the money
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus, Edmonds

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing and the property was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

dave

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous. So relaxing. Pools awesome and great fishing!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Bart

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4/5 that could have been 5/5 if they had only...

The rooms, the pool, and the restaurant all deserve 5/5 stars. So does their guest services team who helped us book a couple of fun adventures (surfing lessons and a tour of Manual Antonio National Park). That said, overall I'm giving 4/5 stars because of a few misses on service: 1) we booked two rooms via hotels.com under the same reservation and the hotel staff didn't think to put our rooms near each other. Not even in the same building, which was inconvenient for our family of 6. They did their best to get us closer by the second day, which I appreciated, and which helps them retain 4/5 stars. Maybe I didn't add a note in my reservation requesting they hold rooms near each other, but IMHO I shouldn't have to; 2) they never found time to make up our room. We were there two nights, and they never knocked or anything. We even requested they do it while we went out, but nothing. Part of the reason we do hotel/resorts is to have our rooms serviced each day. And 3) they asked if I'd like to open a tab with the hotel and then it didn't seem to work at the restaurant and they wanted my signature at checkout as well instead of just letting us leave the keys in our room and go. That makes me sound lazy, and frankly, I'm looking for a 5/5 hotel to do everything in their power to let me be as lazy as I'd like to be. We had a great time, and we'd probably go back. But it wasn't a slam dunk, which it could have been if they were slightly more customer experience obsessed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025