Shana Hotel & Spa

As a family of 4, with girls aged 21 and 19, we comfortably shared one room in this lovely hotel. The pool and restaurant area had lovely views of bird life and of the sea including one stunning sunset. The staff were all absolutely fantastic- so welcoming and friendly. Johnny, who organised tours, helped show me sloths and various birds in the trees, that I would not have seen on my own. Fiona was an absolute star, helping me arrange a guide through Efraín tours, in Manuel Antonio NP. She was super helpful and efficient. Javier who worked in the restaurant at breakfast was super charming and helpful and an absolute credit to the hotel. The jungle beach beneath the hotel was a stunning hidden gem - perfect for sheltered swimming. We would love to visit again!

One of the friendliest, cleanest, and most hospitable hotels that I've ever been to. I felt that I was with family here, although treated better. The staff at the poolside bar, (Javier, Allan, Edgar, Elieth, Jazmin) were very accommodating, and always smiling. The restaurant staff (Andrey, Lester, Johana, Alex, Lizandro, Maikol, Carlos, Indira, Javier) were the best. They even knew how I liked my coffee on the second day, and always came out in a new clean cup. The food was delicious, and they made all substitutions that I requested. Love the breakfast buffet, with all the fruit, omelet station, rice and beans, etc. you could want. Rooms are very clean and nicely appointed. I did have a TV that would come on all by itself in the middle of the night, but the staff took care of it once I mentioned it to them. The view came with 3 sloths in a tree 100 feet from the pool deck. The monkeys (Monkey Mafia) came in everyday at about 4 to entertain and amuse. Macaws and toucans came by daily. The manager, Hayette, has done a fantastic job with the hotel and staff. I would recommend Shana By The Beach to everyone, everyday. Go and be pampered.

Bedding and towels are basic Room definitely could be cleaner Yasmin at the pool is just lovely You will see lots of monkeys Definitely will have sloth sightings It’s a hike to the beach and there are no hotel amenities there… lots of annoying vendors at the beach.

Such a wonderful experience at Shana, from start to finish! Lunch and cocktails at the pool bar were exceptionally tasty, and loved the California rolls, pizza, and edamame, our favorites. Happy hour starts at 3, and you can watch the wildlife from the pool, cocktail in hand! We saw toucans, macaws, monkeys, and a fun tiger-heron from the pool! The staff and their wonderful hospitality made the experience even better! Thank you to Johnny who helped us think through tour ideas and was so kind and friendly each time we visited the pool area! We hope to return soon!

Nature was right there - Sloth, Toucan and Monkeys that visit at breakfast and dinner - we saw a baby monkey with her mom every night - Javier, Derek, Jasmine, Alex, Johnny and Indira were terrific and so thoughtful - wonderful team!