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Makanda by the Sea

5.0 star property
Adults-only beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Pacific Jacuzzi Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Poolside bar
Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Pacific Jacuzzi Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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

Ocean Club Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
  • Ocean view
  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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WOW Suite Premier Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

WOW Suite Premier Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
  • Ocean view
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • Ocean view
  • 130 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Villa 4 People | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxury Villa 4 People

Highlights

Furnished lanai
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Ocean view
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Pacific Jacuzzi Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Pacific Jacuzzi Suite

Highlights

Yard
Furnished lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • Ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sky Penthouse Private Pool | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Sky Penthouse Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
  • Ocean view
  • 130 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Junior Pool Villa | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Honeymoon Junior Pool Villa

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
  • Ocean view
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Tropical Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Tropical Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Grand Pool Villa | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Honeymoon Grand Pool Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
  • Ocean view
  • 92 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Kilometro al Oeste de Centro Comercial, Plaza Vista, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601

What's nearby

  • Marina Pez Vela - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Playitas Beach - 11 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Playa La Macha - 12 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Biesanz Beach - 12 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 155 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Runaway Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Soda Sánchez - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante L' Angolo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gelateria Amorosi - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪El Gran Escape - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Makanda by the Sea

Luxury hotel remodeled in 2023 and located near Marina Pez Vela
Located close to Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Nahomi Park, Makanda by the Sea provides 2 poolside bars, a swim-up bar, and a terrace. With a private beach, beach massages, and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage, aromatherapy, or a body treatment at the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Arbol Restaurant, offers lunch and dinner. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include ecotours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 2 outdoor pools with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and beach towels
  • Smoke-free premises, wedding services, and a nature reserve
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Separate sitting areas, mini fridges, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • 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 elevator
  • 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

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

Property 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Makanda by the Sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Makanda by the Sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Makanda by the Sea?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Makanda by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Makanda by the Sea?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Makanda by the Sea provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 170 per vehicle applies.

Where is Makanda by the Sea located?

Located in Quepos, this beachfront hotel is in a national park and within 1 mi (2 km) of Marina Pez Vela, Nahomi Park, and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. Playa La Macha and Playitas Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Makanda by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 422 out of 525 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 525 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 525 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 525 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 525 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

Beautiful location and nature.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Staff were very accommodating. Properly was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Peaceful resort, perfect after a stressful period of time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Amazing hotel. I would definitely recommend for couples
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

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

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

Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

An absolutely amazing resort with some of the friendliest people I have ever met. The room was beautiful, the drinks are amazing, and the pool is to die for. I cant wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

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

2/10

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

Beautiful stay with much more than I expected! The private beach was amazing! The staff was very friendly and very helpful! The room was excellent! The animals around the premises were a sight to see! The food…..chefs kiss! The drinks….delicious! Would recommend and would definitely stay again! Makanda by the Sea did not disappoint!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

The property was stunning, and the staff was super friendly and helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

What an amazing place to stay. Two pools, excellent quick and friendly service. I would put Makanda up against any other stay in Costa Rica. Absolutely beautiful in every way and an attention to detail that is hard to find anywhere to the level that Makanda delivers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

This place is so beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Ok
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

We had an amazing week long stay at Makanda. The hotel and all of the staff are incredible. Just spectacular all the way around. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Bea
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Amazing property! The views and grounds were fabulous. The staff even better.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

This property is gorgeous and the staff was so attentive! Looking forward to staying here again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

Absolutely amazing, beautiful and wonderful in every way!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

My second time here, and it’s always amazing and magical.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10

Good place. Stunning views, friendly staff, luxury room interiors and exteriors. However, the expectations for a 5 star resort are high. For example, when a particular dish is missing on the high-end restaurant menu, you'd expect a waiter to share that in advance. Then 2 days later, 2 dishes are missing... The beach is at the bottom of a steep hill. There are gulf carts which take down and up. However, the service stops at 4 p.m. ??? Why not at least 6 or later?
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Amazing, unique place! A lot of wild life around and beautiful beach! Definitely we will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Our stay at Makanda by the Sea was amazing. The staff there goes above and beyond to give you a great experience and the views are amazing. Tons of wildlife around the hotel to view and the food was good as well. Would definitely go back. If Eli is working the bar he has all the information for what’s around.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

BEAUTIFUL PLACE
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024