Hotel Makanda by the Sea

Stunning rooms and grounds. Went with my husband and my adult kids. We all loved this resort. Very natural grounds filled with everything you’d want to see in a rainforest including birds and animals- sloths and monkeys! Pools are spectacular and the setting is next to none! The staff is super friendly and happy to have you visit their country. The food at the restaurants is delicious. We slept so soundly on the extremely comfortable beds - I want to know what the mattress is and get one for my home.

Makanda by the Sea in Manuel Antonio is truly one of the most beautiful resorts I’ve ever experienced. From the moment I arrived, I was blown away by the stunning design. The rooms are spacious and stylish, the pools are breathtaking, and the incredible food with views that make every meal unforgettable. The outdoor spaces blend seamlessly with the lush rainforest and ocean and wildlife, creating a magical atmosphere that feels both luxurious and connected to nature. The beach and pools were pristine and relaxing, but what really made this stay exceptional were the people. Every staff member I encountered was warm, friendly, and genuinely helpful. Their kindness and attention to detail elevated the entire experience and made me feel completely cared for. This resort is the definition of paradise. Between the gorgeous setting, thoughtful design, and outstanding hospitality, my stay was a perfect 10/10. I can’t wait to return!

What a find! We have stayed in many very high end resorts and this one is right a the top with the best of them. The architecture and rooms are absolutely beautiful! The service is top notch from check-in to the restaurant and pool service. I can't think of one thing where I would recommend a change or improvement (and I think I'm kind o picky.) We saw more wildlife here than we did on any tours we took. We saw howler monkeys, capuchin monkeys, squirrel monkeys, sloths, iquanas, macaws and a toucan even landed on our deck and gave us a photo opp of a lifetime! If you are looking for an amazing place to stay while exploring this part of Costa Rica, this is it!

Wonderful hotel. very well located. The room was perfect with our own private pool. We saw monkeys, sloth, birds. Service is perfect. Every person in the staff is nice.

From the very start of our stay all the staff were extremely friendly and professional. The villa was very clean and had everything we could want. We loved having the crocs provided to walk around the hotel. The bed was extremely comfortable as well. The food was very tasty, but portions were far too big for us.