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
Wonderful Experience
Absolutely fantastic location. The room was great, the staff accommodating and the food top notch. I will be back. I recommend enjoying the breakfast in the morning, looking over the Pacific. Great way to start the day.
Michael B
If you’re thinking about it, just do it
Driving into this place did not seem real in the most amazing way possible! Makanda is that piece of heaven you can actually get to. The food was top notch and the included breakfast (if you book through their site) was so good. We saw monkeys there! And they were so close it was beautiful to see. We had the room with our own private infinity pool: with a breathtaking view of the water. My only complaint about the pools are none of them are heated so on the off season it’s cold and not comfortable to swim in. Hot tub was amazing in the main pool area. Overall this place was 10/10
BoardingPass767045
the best !!
This is by far the nicest hotel I've ever stayed in. I was in one of the villas with a private pool. I felt like I was in a home, not a hotel. I will most definitely be going back for another visit soon.
erinnb772 - Atlanta, Georgia
Heaven on earth
What a place. Heaven on earth. From the great experience with the knowledgeable and customer oriented staff to the breath taking views. Makanda is a 10 of 10
Heimdal B
Pura Vida at Makanda
The first day we were there, it poured and my first thoughts were “our trip will be ruined”. But to my surprise, the serenity of the rain, the location of the hotel and the untouched parts of nature is what made the stay so perfect. My husband and I work a lot in a busy city and coming here was a great way to reset. To our surprise, we even got a few mornings of sun! We’d plan our activities around the morning and allowed the evenings to be our time of relaxation. The food was amazing 10/10, the staff were very friendly and helpful, and our rooms were decorated so beautifully. I would recommend this hotel to all seeking a place to unwind, connect back with nature and those who love a but of adventure and relaxation. This place has something for all.
heathergil1
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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
