Hotel Makanda by the Sea

Absolutely incredible! First class service! Incomparable hospitatility!

Amazing experience with my wife. From the moment you check in, the grounds and customer Service are absolutely incredible. The food at Arbol was amazing. The view from the pools are breathtaking. The rooms are luxurious and romantic. Private Black sand beach is everything you would want from a vacation. We saw all sorts of wildlife on the property, including monkeys, sloths, iguanas, toucans, and more. Every single staff member we met with the extra mile to make our experience incredible. Couldn’t recommend any more highly! We will be back.

Makanda by the Sea is simply put - an amazing experience. The grounds are beautiful, the wildlife is plentiful, and you feel fully immersed in the experience. Above all, the staff is kind, caring and will do whatever it takes to make your time at Makanda memorable. This started with the manager, Leo - who is awesome, and carried through to everyone we met. Traveling to Makanda eliminates the need to go anywhere else on your trip. You can get it all right there is one place. The pool is gorgeous and the private beach will be like nothing you have experienced. We all have growth areas and if I had one for the hotel, it would be the quality of the dinner menu and food. Breakfast is fantastic and lunch is a great pool side menu but dinner was underwhelming (especially with the price point). However, that is a small critique considering how overall amazing the experience is!

A Magical Anniversary Getaway at Makanda by the Sea My husband and I stayed at Makanda by the Sea to celebrate our 1-year anniversary, and all I can say is WOW! From the moment we arrived, it felt like we had stepped into paradise. This boutique, adults-only hotel is intimate, peaceful, and absolutely breathtaking. We stayed in an oceanfront villa, and it was stunning—spacious, beautifully designed, and featuring incredible views overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Waking up to those views every morning felt like a dream. The staff truly made our stay unforgettable. Every team member went above and beyond to make us feel special and welcomed. They helped arrange tours, coordinated transportation, and made everything completely stress-free. A special shoutout to Joshua, whose service was top-notch throughout our stay! The food at Arbol was phenomenal. Everything was incredibly fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. One lunch in particular was hands-down one of the best meals we've ever had. We enjoyed the sea bass spring rolls, ceviche, and ribeye—and every bite was perfection. Pair that with the stunning ocean views, and it was an experience we'll never forget. If you're looking for a luxurious, romantic, and unforgettable experience in Costa Rica, Makanda by the Sea is absolutely worth it. We left with amazing memories and are already dreaming about our return visit. Thank you, Makanda, for making our anniversary celebration so magical!

We had a wonderful experience at Makanda. The facility is gorgeous and every experience is very luxurious. We definitely want to return.