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Makanda by the Sea

5.0 star property
5-star beach hotel near Marina Pez Vela

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2 outdoor pools, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Poolside bar
Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
Lunch and dinner served, international cuisine
Honeymoon Junior Pool Villa | Water view
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • Spa
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1 Kilometro al Oeste de Centro Comercial, Plaza Vista, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601
  • Popular LocationMarina Pez Vela10 min walk
  • Popular LocationManuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPlaya La Macha8 min drive

Room options

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Flat-screen TV

Ocean Club Suite

  • 721 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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WOW Suite Premier Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

WOW Suite Premier Suite

  • 861 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool

  • 1399 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Villa 4 People | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Luxury Villa 4 People

  • 807 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Pacific Jacuzzi Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Pacific Jacuzzi Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sky Penthouse Private Pool | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Sky Penthouse Private Pool

  • 1399 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Junior Pool Villa | Water view

Honeymoon Junior Pool Villa

  • 700 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Tropical Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Tropical Suite

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Grand Pool Villa | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Honeymoon Grand Pool Villa

  • 1000 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Quepos

Walk to the beach.Stay at this Quepos hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Marina Pez Vela and 2 miles (3 km) of Nahomi Park. Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Playa La Macha are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Marina Pez Vela - 10 min walk
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive
  • Playa La Macha - 8 min drive
  • Playitas Beach - 16 min drive
  • Biesanz Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 155 min drive

Restaurants

  • Runaway Grill - 14 min walk
  • Cuba Libre Restaurant & Bar - 14 min walk
  • Soda Sánchez - 2 min walk
  • Cafetería La Panera - 3 min walk
  • Marisquería Sabromar - 7 min walk

About this property

Makanda by the Sea

5-star beach hotel near Marina Pez Vela
Unwind on the private sand beach, located just 150 meters away. At Makanda by the Sea you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

There's a restaurant on site. For a drink, you can stop by one of the onsite bars, including 2 poolside bars and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury hotel also offers a steam room, a fitness center, and a garden. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Makanda by the Sea was completed in June 2020.

This 5-star Quepos hotel is smoke free.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
Makanda by the Sea offers 29 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a spa tub.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 30 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 16 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 30 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 160 per vehicle (one way)
  • Late check-in fee

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 reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services, spa treatments, and private bath/onsen. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 16 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Hotel Makanda
Hotel Makanda Sea Adults Only
Hotel Makanda Sea Adults Only Manuel Antonio
Makanda Hotel
Makanda Sea Adults Only
Makanda Sea Adults Only Manuel Antonio
Makanda Sea Hotel Manuel Antonio, Quepos
Makanda Sea Hotel
Makanda Sea Manuel Antonio, Quepos
Makanda Sea
Hotel Makanda By the Sea Adults Only
Makanda Sea Hotel Manuel Antonio
Makanda Sea Manuel Antonio
Makanda By The Sea Hotel Manuel Antonio National Park
Makanda By The Sea Costa Rica/Manuel Antonio National Park
Makanda by the Sea Hotel
Makanda by the Sea Quepos
Makanda by the Sea Hotel Quepos

Frequently asked questions

How close is Makanda by the Sea to the airport?

Makanda by the Sea is 3.4 mi (10-min drive) away from the Quepos (XQP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Makanda by the Sea?

As of May 4, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Makanda by the Sea on May 12, 2024 start from $480.0, 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 Makanda by the Sea have an airport shuttle?

Makanda by the Sea offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 160 per vehicle, one way.

How close is Makanda by the Sea to the beach?

This hotel is 1.3 mi (8-min drive) from Playa La Macha and 3.5 mi (16-min drive) from Playitas Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Makanda by the Sea offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Makanda by the Sea, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 30 per person.

Is there a casino at Makanda by the Sea?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Makanda by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at Makanda by the Sea?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Makanda by the Sea have a pool?

Makanda by the Sea features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Makanda by the Sea have a restaurant?

Makanda by the Sea is home to Arbol Restaurant, which features international cuisine.

Does Makanda by the Sea have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features Thai massages, aromatherapy, and facials.

How close is Makanda by the Sea to downtown Quepos?

Makanda by the Sea is 0.1 mi away from Quepos.

Makanda by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 361 out of 454 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 454 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 454 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 454 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 454 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kamal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel and experience!
Incredible hotel with amazing designs, great rooms, incredible views. Great cocktails! Food is good but can get better. Amazing beach and great friendly staff. Would definitely stay there again! My girlfriend and I had a great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Srinivasan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Makanda for 4 days during our honeymoon trip and feel absolutely in love. We had the grand honeymoon suite and it was even better than the pictures online. We woke up every morning to monkeys playing on our porch and toucans in the trees. We had a private pool and hot tub and the view was out of this world. We actually saw more wildlife from our hotel room than we did when we went to hike the Manuel Antonio national park! We ventured down to pools which were both stunning. There is a saltwater pool with a swim up bar and our bartender Elias was incredible. Not only were the drinks he made us delicious but he went out of his way to point out all the wildlife around and even showed us a sloth! Though I will say this hotel is on the side of a mountain and did get pretty steep at times. However there was staff in golf carts that were ready to take us anywhere we needed to go and were so helpful with our luggage and anything else we needed. We also ate at the Resturant a few times and would highly recommend eating here! The food was amazing and the service was also fantastic. This hotel is also a quick drive to either Quepos or Manuel Antonio! Overall, this hotel blew us away with the friendly staff, ample wildlife, amazing food and incredible views. I would recommend to anyone traveling to Costa Rica and staying near Quepos! You will love this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

ALONGKORN, Honolulu

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael, portland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

ryan, long beach

Liked: Staff & service
No night attendant! Dangerous property ! Very up and down hillside. Service for Costa Rica standards was ok. Design of property cool and food better than average. The property is NOT close to the beach. Access in and out of the property is not great- it’s not near anything. Overall the Hotel incorrectly advertises access to beach. Also, the overall hilly and sliding nature of the property is a disaster waiting to happen. I have traveled to Costa Rica many times and this hotel is not on par with Pura Vida.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roberson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stevie Pearl White

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Makanda is such a beautiful place to be. The team are so accommodating, the food is wonderful and there is so much wildlife to enjoy. We were sad to leave. We will definitely be going back.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023