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2 outdoor pools, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas
Creator video
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy
Building design
Lunch and dinner served

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 Kilometro al Oeste de Centro Comercial, Plaza Vista, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601
  • Place, Biesanz Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Espadilla
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Pará Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪24 min drive‬
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Ocean Club Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Ocean Club Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Tropical Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Tropical Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool

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

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Luxury Villa 4 People | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Luxury Villa 4 People

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

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Pacific Jacuzzi Suite | Terrace/patio

Pacific Jacuzzi Suite

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

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Honeymoon Grand Pool Villa | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Honeymoon Grand Pool Villa

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

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Honeymoon Junior Pool Villa | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Honeymoon Junior Pool Villa

  • Ocean view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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WOW Suite Premier Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

WOW Suite Premier Suite

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

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Sky Penthouse Private Pool | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Sky Penthouse Private Pool

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 130 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Makanda by the Sea

Spend the day catching some rays at Makanda by the Sea's private sand beach, relaxing by one of the hotel's 2 outdoor swimming pools, or pampering yourself at the full-service spa.
Makanda by the Sea offers 33 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

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

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

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site 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.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Makanda by the Sea. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Biesanz Beach. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a free beach shuttle.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy international cuisine while dining at Arbol Restaurant
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools or soak in the 2 hot tubs
  • Treat yourself to Thai massages, body scrubs or facials at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a private beach, a gym and a steam room
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the overall condition of the property
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Biesanz Beach and Playa Espadilla
  • Free beach shuttle service
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sandy beach. You'll be playing in the surf in no time with a free ride on the hotel's complimentary beach shuttle. At Makanda by the Sea, you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

There's a restaurant on site. For a drink, you can stop by one of the on-site bars, including 2 poolside bars and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury hotel also offers a steam room, a fitness centre and a garden. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Makanda by the Sea was completed in June 2023.

This 5-star Quepos hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
Arbol Restaurant – This restaurant specialises 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 specialises 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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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

  • No pets 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Makanda by the Sea offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 72 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. The front desk at this property is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services, spa treatments, and private bath/onsen. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 16 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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. 462 out of 576 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 576 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 576 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 576 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 576 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Fabulous hotel that combines both the jungle and the sea. We’ll run with an amazing staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BENJAMIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facility Perdonal friendly and very professional.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Todo excelente
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sirak

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service with Candy at check in and throughout. Leo was absolutely instrumental in guiding our overall experience, gave fantastic food recommendations, was incredibly prompt at attending to every single need. The staff is overall 10/10. We stayed at the honeymoon grand villa and the accommodations were 10/10 in all respects.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They go above and beyond definitely worth a trip
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Location was great, the main pool is really nice and also well laid out. The beach is beautiful, albeit a shame it's not exclusive for the hotel and only accessible during low tide. Elias on the bar was fantastic. Such a hard worker.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
One of the best boutique hotels in the world. Nothing like it. I will keep returning
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Medjeena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing I will be back again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room, pool, and staff were amazing. Food was too lux for my liking so we ate offsite a lot
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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
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10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning!! The staff was amazing, amenities, food and location were perfect. They booked excursions for us with local tour companies …again, the best. They were there for any request. The grounds are well maintained and the pools were superb. We will be back!! ❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Amazing s
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds are beautiful and the staff is really exceptional. However for the price, the hotel is lacking in some amenities that would make it a 5-star stay. Also, everything was about twice the price of what they reasonably should be charging. For example, the burger was USD$45, which as a New Yorker and frequent traveler, is one of the most expensive burgers I’ve ever seen!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fabian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most amazing place in Manuel Antonio!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

parwinder

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
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10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and nature.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bharati

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

8/10 Good

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the proximity to the National Park. Food and drinks are overpriced at this property. For the level of hotel should at least offer water in the rooms. Other than that its a nice Hotel, I would recommend it for people coming to Manuel Antonio Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

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
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8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is really nice, it’s not big by any means, but nice. They have a salt water pool with a bar, and another regular pool. They have one restaurant (you can order food to the pool) and the food is amazing. The beach was rough and had a lot of rocks, but they have nice beaches that aren’t far. The employees are mostly nice, a few of them need to be fired, but most are good. The place is on a mountain, so you walk on inclined around the hotel. The spa was terrible, it’s over priced and you will not relax, we left more tense than we went in. You will see monkeys and nice birds on the property, so if you are a fan of wild life you will be happy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was stunning, and the staff was super friendly and helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Murad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel. I would definitely recommend for couples
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tierra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is gorgeous and the staff was so attentive! Looking forward to staying here again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel, best service, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALEJANDRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel in Manuel Antonio
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023