Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

4.5-star beachfront hotel near Marina Pez Vela

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Royal Jungle View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Bar

Explore the area

Road to Punta Quepos, 900 m NW from La Mariposa Hotel, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601

Place, Biesanz Beach
‪4 min walk‬
Place, Playitas Beach
‪19 min walk‬
Place, Manuel Antonio Beach
Airport, Quepos (XQP)
‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Family Suite

Wonderful

495 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Studio Suite

Good

602 sq ft
1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Superior Ocean View

Excellent

398 sq ft
Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Studio Suite Ocean View

Wonderful

603 sq ft
1 bedroom
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Royal Ocean View

Exceptional

646 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Jungle Room with Private Pool

Exceptional

366 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Royal Jungle View with Private Pool

657 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Standard Room

Excellent

398 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite

Very good

603 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Royal Jungle View

775 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

2 Bedroom Suite with Private Pool

969 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
3 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Manuel Antonio

Beachfront retreat .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Biesanz Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Playitas Beach with a stay here. Playa La Macha and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

Biesanz Beach - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
Playitas Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles
Marina Pez Vela - 9 min drive - 2.9 miles
Playa La Macha - 14 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 175 min drive

Restaurants

‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪Falafel Bar - ‬19 min walk
‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬15 min walk
‪Emilio's Cafe - ‬14 min walk
‪Karolas Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

4.5-star beachfront hotel near Marina Pez Vela

A winery is on site. Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Quepos hotel is smoke free.

77 guestrooms or units

3 levels

3 buildings

Built in 2010

Buffet breakfast (free)

Winery on site

Deli

Towels for the beach

Poolside lounge chairs

Umbrellas for the pool

Dry cleaning

Self-service laundry

Front desk (limited hours)

Staff is multilingual

Storage area for luggage

Front-desk safe

Tour and ticket information

Concierge

Wedding services available

Terrace

Garden

Bellhop

No smoking on site

Bar or lounge

Bar by the pool

Dining venue

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio offers 77 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature private pools and minibars. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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3 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Pool
Breakfast included
Spa
Kids pool

$295 nightly

Nov 10 - Nov 11

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Family friendly

Children's pool
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Playground
Private pool
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli

Things to do

Children's pool
Communal pool
Full-service spa
Hiking/biking trails
Outdoor pool
Playground
Winery

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Tile flooring in room
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

32-inch LCD TV with cable channels
Private pool

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service
Minibar

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Phone
Recycling
Safe
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from June 5 2025 to November 23 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:

Parking area
Select guestrooms

Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

Health club
Outdoor pool

Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Deposit: USD 250 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Airport shuttle fee: USD 190 per vehicle (one-way)
Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Shana

Shana Hotel

Shana Hotel Manuel Antonio

Shana Manuel Antonio

Shana Hotel & Spa Costa Rica/Manuel Antonio National Park

Frequently asked questions

How close is Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio to the airport?

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio is 6.2 mi (22-min drive) away from the Quepos (XQP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio?

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio on Nov 10, 2025 start from $154.84, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio have an airport shuttle?

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 190 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio offer free breakfast?

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio have a pool?

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features massages.

How close is Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio to downtown Quepos?

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio is 0.9 mi away from Manuel Antonio.

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

julie

Aug 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Traveled with family

Aug 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We really enjoyed our stay. Great customer service from every staff member we interacted with. We loved having access to the beach nearby. Happy hour every afternoon by the pool. Lots of wildlife just at our balcony, including sloths, toucans, and monkeys. We loved the stunning ocean view! Decent breakfast buffet included. We had dinner once on site which was ok. Enjoyed my massage. Johnny was great in helping us book our excursion.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shain M

Traveled with family

Aug 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room was nice and clean. Parking was scary. Lol Pools were ok but pretty small and basic. Beach was a long walk down but pretty nice little beach. Walk back up is not super easy. All in all it was a nice place and the staff were all very friendly.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Aug 7, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yeima

Traveled with family

Aug 7, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lets start by saying that the staff is nice and friendly. But, The hotel is nothing like the pictures, I booked it specifically because of the views, the rooms are not cleaned, BATHROOMS: are nasty, and broken, beds is really hard, electricity and water went off while I was in the shower, towels are not in good shape, the ends are all broken, I requested an Iron since there is non in the room and it was all dirty and it messed up my clothes, PARKING: is a nightmare, it was time for us to leave and there was a car blocking us and we had to wait almost 2 hrs for them to find the driver when there is a guy 24hr right where we parked and did not say anything to the people blocking us, RESTAURANT: looks like a school cafeteria, prices are high just like all places in manuel antonio, they included the tip in the check and still the server came after us walking asking for cash, we always leave good tips everywhere we go but just dont like being asked for it, specially when is added in the bill. BEACH: dont expect it to be there, you have to go down a hill and up and towels for the beach you have to get at pool area and make sure to give it back or you will be charged 20.00 x each. I paid 680.00 us for 2 nights which is not cheap and I was really expecting a nicer hotel.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin, Shelburne

Traveled with partner

Aug 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A little out of the way and the food was pricey but beautiful and close to the beach which can be a trek from other hotels. Currently building additional rooms so a bit noisy but not too bad.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Traveled with partner

Aug 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The property is gorgeous, filled with beautiful vegetation and flowering shrubs, and trees. It is bursting with unique, birds, butterflies, and monkeys. We even spotted sloths in the trees multiple times with the help of the friendly staff. Our accommodation were clean and comfortable.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Traveled with partner

Aug 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great hotel for the price. Due to location, the property is on a very steep hill so be prepared to get your work out. Also, the beach is not 4 min, more like a 15 min hike. My husband and I did not mind it at all as we liked the exercise. We would definitely recommend ( did not receive the VIP amenities though, just a room upgrade for 3/4 nights. We had to move to a different room on the 4th night)

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Traveled with family

Aug 3, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The Hotel is nice. On a hill! There are NOT activities planned in the hotel, you are in your own. The bedrooms doors connected to next door bedrooms aren’t safe, I requested adding a lock on the 3 doors… they did! Going to the beach is a 10 minutes walking, but the beach is AWESOME!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Aug 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Mixed Experience at Shana Resort - Better Options Available Nearby TL;DR: While Shana Resort isn't terrible, it's not worth the price when Parador Resort is literally 100 yards away offering significantly better value and amenities. As someone who has worked in the resort industry for 6 years, I have a keen eye for service standards and guest experience quality. I recently spent 8 nights in Manuel Antonio, splitting my stay between two resorts. After four exceptional nights at Parador Resort, my remaining four nights at Shana Resort were quite disappointing by comparison. The Good: The staff at Shana were friendly and accommodating. When I expressed my concerns, they were kind and even offered a restaurant voucher, though they couldn't provide the refund I requested. The Reality: At similar price points, the difference in quality and service was stark. Having worked in hospitality, I understand what constitutes good value, and here's what you miss at Shana compared to Parador: Room Quality Issues: - No complimentary water bottles (replenished daily at Parador) - No privacy on the balcony - Cheap soap that smells like dish detergent (vs. lovely lemongrass at Parador) - No bathrobes provided - Rooms run warm with inadequate AC - Toilet requires 10+ seconds of flushing to work properly - No blackout curtains (room gets bright early) - Only two pillows for a king-size bed - Cheap furniture and poor attention to detail (artwork not even centered) Noise Issues: - Constant noise fro

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario, Miami

Traveled with group

Aug 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff and management were amazing. They were very accommodating. The room was so spacious. The walk to the beach was an adventure and it is beautiful. The breakfast was amazing and pizza at the restaurant was good. So excited to see monkeys outside balcony. I saw more wildlife at Shana than at the park. I definitely recommend this place. I loved it

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Deepa

Jul 31, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Jul 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This was the perfect property for our first visit to Manuel Antonio. The rooms were spacious ane comfortable. We saw monkeys on our balcony! We didn’t have a rooms with a view but I imagine the higher floors must have stunning views. The pool was beautiful and relaxing and had a plenty of lounge chairs and umbrellas for shade. The monkeys gave us quite a show in the late afternoon hopping balcony to balcony. Breakfast was delicious and we enjoyed a wonderful dinner there as well. We received amazing service from Javier, Edgar, Allan, Jazmin. And the beach was stunning and we loved walking right down the trail. The trail itself was so pretty with all of the flowers and vegetation but fair warning it was rocky and muddy and a very steep climb coming back. Wear tennis or sturdy shoes. It was a nice little hike! We rented chairs and umbrellas and standup paddleboards at the beach for not too much money. And we had delicious drinks and excellent service from the beach stands. There is no reason not to stay at Shana by the Beach! Rides to restaurants and Manuel Antonio National Park were about $10 each way. Enjoy!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with family

Jul 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very glad we chose Shana!

The property is small and charming; all the staff is so hospitable. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The beach is small and can be crowded but it is beautiful and the walk down to the beach is a nice fantastic jungle hike . We had monkeys on our veranda daily. The pool temp was perfect. The food is great. The breakfast buffet is more than substantial. The only disappointment is the spa only had one worker and no availability though signs up everywhere advertising it. Felt silly and useless. We would most definitely stay here again!

Pool- not large but lovely and rarely crowded

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family

Jul 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It's a short walk to a great beach and breakfast is fantastic. Best gallo pinto we had on our trip! Our room was huge but a little dated. The staff was excellent and we loved our stay at Shana!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Jul 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendrick

Traveled with partner

Jul 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This resort is beautiful!! All the staff members were very professional and very respectful! My fiancé and I had a great time! The beach is a little difficult to get to and the walks are a little steep, but it is definitely worth it as they have Kevin that drives you back-and-forth. Gracias Kevin por ser muy amable y una buena experiencia. Te vemos para la próxima vez.!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shaneil and Melvin

Traveled with family

Jul 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Small resort. Employees were ALL extremely nice & helpful! The beach access is not convenient! The rooms could use updating; furniture, lighting, & bathroom. "No toilet paper" in the toilet took some getting used to!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Debora

Traveled with family

Jul 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Room is a little dated , breakfast buffet was ok same thing everyday

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Faye

Traveled with family

Jul 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Property needs bit of a facelift not as luxurious as I thought it would be from photos It was a weekend when we arrived so lots of locals had come to the hotel and music and sports matches on the TVs were blasting out by the pool, quiter and more relaxing on Monday Surrounding trees and views were lovely and great seeing monkeys and birds snd a sloth from our balcony which was such a highlight Room 326 had a great balcony for wildlife spotting Breakfast was average

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liana

Jul 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MANUEL

Jul 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amina

Traveled with family

Jul 14, 2025

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Katarzyna

Traveled with family

Jul 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

Bit old but clean. Great location with a beach access and wild life all around you.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Traveled with family

Jul 10, 2025

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Maravilloso

Excelente estancia.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

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Bathroom

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Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio Reviews

Wonderful

9.4/10

9.4/10

9.0/10

9.2/10

9.2/10

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

julie

julie

10/10 Excellent