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Hotel Makanda by the Sea in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
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.
Although the resort boasts spacious viewing decks reaching into the jungle canopy, you will want to venture further out, to raft the Savegre River or take a horseback ride along a rainforest trail. Secluded nearby beaches provide sublime settings for surfing, sunning and sea kayaking. You might also snorkel or scuba dive off the volcanic reefs of local islands. For pure indulgence, request a soothing spa treatment. Then unwind over homemade dessert and a cup of coffee freshly roasted at the hotel's own Sunspot Bar & Grill.
Location of Hotel Makanda by the Sea
Nearest Airport: SJO
Amenities for Hotel Makanda by the Sea
- General Information
- 11 Guest Rooms
- 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
I had a wonderful time with my husband in this little paradise. The rooms are amazing with the great view, very special to relax inna second honeymoon, delicious food very recommend El Árbol and the breakfast include in the rate excellent The personal was so helpfull with all the questions that we made, very good recomendations about activities, you need to try the Tarzan Canopy. We saw more animals in the property than the rest of Manuel Antonio. Very quiet and romantic, if you are not decide where stay in Manuel Antonio yet, come to hotel Makanda it was a magic and romantic trip.
Evelyn L
Just not our kind of place to stay. Pool area was great but rooms were just okay. Not a warming feeling for us. We go for more simple. We had dinner and drinks at the bar. Very expensive and was just average by comparing it to other local restaurants.
Jan M
My husband and I eloped in Costa Rica and chose to have our honeymoon at Makanda. We have both traveled a lot and by far this is one of the best hotels we have ever been. Their customer service is outstanding and they are accommodating in every way possible. The Food is amazing and the ambiance is breathtaking. We brought our small dog and he was welcomed with open arms. I can’t say enough good things about this resort and we will 💯 be back. I highly recommend Makanda.
Laurie M - Houston, Texas
Nice hotel, good restaurant, but the service was no as expected. There was no help with tours or places to visit or beaches to go. They send us to the hotel beach but there was nothing but rocks...no place to seat and imposible to bath. They said that in each room there was a book with the nice spots around but there was none. There are parts of the hotel under construction so it was a bit noisy at some hours.
Julia A
Place looks absolutely amazing, staff are really friendly and helpful. The place is positioned on the side of the mountains and surrounded by monkeys. Darwin the host made our stay really enjoyable and looked after us the whole time. Recommend to all.
danlegendtravel - Gold Coast, Australia
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