Hotel Makanda by the Sea

Our stay at Makanda by the Sea was honestly unforgettable. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel genuinely cared for. Every interaction felt warm, personal, and effortless. You can tell the team takes enormous pride in creating a special experience for every guest. The property itself is breathtaking. Nestled into the jungle with incredible ocean views, it somehow manages to feel luxurious while still completely connected to nature. We saw monkeys, sloths, toucans, and so much wildlife right from the resort, which ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. The amenities were exceptional. The infinity pool was stunning, the rooms were beautifully designed and incredibly comfortable, and the entire resort felt peaceful, private, and romantic. The attention to detail throughout the property really stands out. We especially loved the atmosphere at sunset. The food, drinks, and service around the pools were excellent, and the resort struck the perfect balance between upscale luxury and relaxed Costa Rican hospitality. Even with all the beauty of Manuel Antonio nearby, we found ourselves not wanting to leave the property. Makanda is the kind of place that stays with you long after you leave. Absolutely worth it for anyone looking for an unforgettable mix of luxury, wildlife, relaxation, and genuine hospitality.

We had one of the most amazing family vacations ever. Makanda was so absolutely beautiful and being surrounded by the lush jungle, monkeys and stunning resort was a dream. Seriously every staff member i would want to recognize, literally every person went above and beyond to make our stay the best ever. The beach was stunning and so easy to access by golf cart. Our secluded room was perfection & overlooked the water with an infinity pool & hot tub. Almost every morning & evening we got to enjoy the monkeys dancing through the trees. We used the gym a few times & it was perfect for our needs. Any time we needed anything (even just filtered water delivered to our room) they were so accommodating with our every wish. The drinks were made with love, garnished beautifully & absolutely delicious. I can’t say enough about the gourmet food we had at every meal. It felt like a family at this resort and so thankful for every staff member that made it such a perfect vacation. I also have to mention the attention to detail with their style of decor & architecture at Makanda was unbelievable. You have to see it to appreciate the layers of workmanship.

Our stay at Makanda By The Sea exceeded all of our expectations. From check-in to check-out everything was wonderful. The architecture, decor and views are exceptional as is the incredible staff. And we loved the visits from the sloths and monkeys!! My husband and I will definitely go back! Pura Vida!

Our stay at Makanda by the Sea with my family and boyfriend was absolutely incredible! The views are unreal—truly some of the most breathtaking we’ve ever experienced. Breakfast was a standout every morning (a must-do), and the staff were consistently warm, personable, and so welcoming, which made the experience feel extra special. Shout out to Alex, Jorge & Heiner!!! One of the highlights of the trip was the wildlife right on the property—seeing monkeys, toucans, and even sloths up close felt so magical. Costa Rica is such a special place, and this hotel really lets you experience it in the best way. We will definitely be coming back :) Must-do excursion: Nauyaca Waterfalls — absolutely worth it and one of the most beautiful experiences of the trip! It's about 45 mins from the hotel

My husband & I visited Costa Rica for our honeymoon! Our stay was magical! We stayed in the Honeymoon Grand Pool Villa Room and it was even more than we could’ve expected! The room was beautifully designed, even better than the pictures! Everyone working at the Makanda was extremely helpful and made you look like you were right at home! Everything was kept extremely clean! The view from the room was unbelievable! I cannot recommend this place enough! We will be back!