Hotel Makanda by the Sea
Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
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About the Hotel
Adjacent to Manuel Antonio National Park, within a 12-acre sanctuary poised 200 meters above the Pacific Ocean, the adult-only Hotel Makanda by the Sea captures the magical spirit of Costa Rica. Open-air and well-appointed villas and studios are sculpted harmoniously into the natural environment, and boast spectacular views of the 60-mile coastline. In this unspoiled wonderland, you can savor fresh seafood, drift in the stunning infinity pool, or watch local wildlife including monkeys and sloths as they wind their way through the rainforest.
Location
Hotel Makanda by the Sea
Manuel Antonio
Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Nearest Airport: SJO
Features and Amenities
- General Information
- Adults Only
- Dining
- Outdoor Dining
- Bakery
- On-Site Amenities
- Outdoor Pool
- Outdoor Whirlpool
- In-Room Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Hair Dryers
- Satellite Television
- Kitchenettes
- Activities
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Mountain Biking
- Scuba Diving
- Snorkeling
- Parasailing
- Ecological Excursions
- ATV Tours
- White Water River Rafting
- River Rafting
- Jet Skiing
- Surfing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Interests
- Active & Adventure
- Summer Getaways
Reviews for Hotel Makanda by the Sea
Beautiful views, rooms and excellent service!
A beautiful resort, will excellent service. We stayed for our honeymoon in one of the villas and had an incredible time. The room was spacious, incredibly clean and comfortable. We saw monkeys, toucans (and other birds), and a sloth within feet of our back patio. The staff were always around to take us down to the private beach (accessible by golf cart only) or answer questions. One of the most underrated features is that you communicate with the front desk through WhatsApp - you can text with any questions or requests and they respond immediately. They were very accommodating and even sent a list of nearby restaurants when we first arrived (though the restaurant onsite, Arbol, is incredible). We will definitely be coming back in the future.
tpryshlak
Amazing Costa Rica Resort
We had an amazing last minute trip to Costa Rica. We stayed at Makanda by the Sea and it was definitely top notch. From our first step on tne property, the staff was genuinely warm, attentive, and always one step ahead of anything we needed. The property is built into the hillside, bring your walking shoes or take golf cart rides that seem to appear like magic. Make sure to check out the private beach access. Take a golf cart ride to get there and back. The food was also amazing. Between the incredible views, the privacy, and the exceptional service, Makanda created one of the most relaxing experiences we have had. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a luxury escape with amazing service and stunning surroundings.
Suzette A
Jungle experience
An amazing place, 14 acres of mountainous jungle with individual villas, incredible pools, and a private beach....Kudos for the peace & quiet! (no gas leaf blowers here), and the amazing staff. More monkeys and sloths here than we saw at the National Park!
Larry J - Edmonton, AB
Industrial and private oasis
Came to celebrate birthdays and months of hard work and it was the perfect way to unwind & seek adventure💛 James Bond would be jealous of these private and industrial rooms!! The top pool is basically a private oasis & Elias made sure to see to our every need . 10/10 would recommend!! ¡¡¡Pura Vida!!!
Megs B
Best 💖
Overall, I highly recommend this hotel to anyone planning a trip to Costa Rica. It’s a perfect base for adventure, relaxation, and experiencing the beauty of the country. I’ll definitely be back! Best restaurant and service with Elias and Alexander ❤️
DirettoreLaCapriata - London, United Kingdom
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My husband and I stayed here and it was absolutely amazing. Often the pictures on the website are an exaggeration of what you get, but that was definitely not the case here. In fact, the pictures really do not do it justice. Breakfast was served in the room a la carte each day and we could sit out on the balcony and just enjoy the privacy and clean air. It was wonderful!
The staff was very helpful, and the resort felt very private,
with few people staying there. We felt like royalty the entire time.
-H. Robertson
My wife and I stayed at Makanda and frankly, we fell in love with the place. Its very laid back and beautiful. The suites are huge and lovely. At the end of every day, we'd float around in the swimming pool with a drink in one hand, watching the sun set, with a troop of Howler monkeys in the trees over our heads. Talk about romantic! The area had enough to keep us busy (we did a guided tour of Manuel Antonio Park, a zip line tour and a mangrove boat tour) and there are several top restaurants nearby, including the one at the hotel, which is outside, near the pool. I recommend Makanda by the Sea very highly.
-K. Perlman
