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Honeymoon Grand Pool Villa | Beach/ocean view
Pacific Jacuzzi Suite | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $667
$590 nightly
$667 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23

Explore the area

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1 Kilometro al Oeste de Centro Comercial, Plaza Vista, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601
  • Place, Biesanz Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Espadilla
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Pará Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Ocean Club Suite

A modern bedroom with a glass partition, a bed with white linens, a sofa, and a patterned rug.

Ocean Club Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 721 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Tropical Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1399 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Villa 4 People

A modern dining area with a stone wall, a wooden table, and orange chairs.

Luxury Villa 4 People

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 807 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Pacific Jacuzzi Suite | Terrace/patio

Pacific Jacuzzi Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Grand Pool Villa | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Honeymoon Grand Pool Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1000 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Honeymoon Junior Pool Villa

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass-enclosed seating area, and a unique textured wall.

Honeymoon Junior Pool Villa

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

View all photos for WOW Suite Premier Suite

A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a blue armchair, an orange sofa, and a patterned rug.

WOW Suite Premier Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Sky Penthouse Private Pool

A modern house with a pool, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.

Sky Penthouse Private Pool

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1399 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a glass coffee table, and a view of the sea.

Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Quepos

With a stay at Makanda by the Sea in Quepos (Manuel Antonio), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Biesanz Beach and Playa Espadilla. .This beach hotel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Marina Pez Vela.

What's nearby

  • Biesanz Beach - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Playa Espadilla - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Playitas Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Brisas Wellness Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Pará Beach - 8 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 173 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Cerdo Feliz - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Drunken Monkey - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Falafel Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Namaste - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Makanda by the Sea

Makanda by the Sea offers 33 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 55-inch 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.

2 outdoor swimming pools and 2 hot tubs are on site. Other recreational amenities include a private beach, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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 hot tub.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 33 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and espresso makers. Your bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. 55-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. After dipping into one of the 2 outdoor pools or 2 hot tubs, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. The complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Arbol Restaurant, a restaurant which specializes in international cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). When you are in need of a refreshing drink, visit the swim-up bar or one of 2 bars/lounges, or 2 poolside bars. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Arbol Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Pool Lounge - This cocktail bar is located by the pool and specializes in local and international cuisine. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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 beach shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 55 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Arbol Restaurant
  • Pool Lounge

Things to do

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Renovated entire property - June 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

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

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); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, 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 staffed during limited hours

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not 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

MastercardVisa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 55 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 282.50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-in fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services, spa treatments, and private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

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

Makanda by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 481 out of 597 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 597 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 597 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 597 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 597 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harutun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with amazing views. Staff is very friendly and attentive.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and beautiful property. Highly recommended for a pura vida experience.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is an absolute dream! The rooms are beautifully appointed, comfortable and private. The pools are gorgeous, especially the saltwater infinity pool where you can relax and watch the most magnificent sunsets over the Pacific Ocean. Food is excellent, and drink selections at all the bars are fantastic, made with natural fruit and premium spirits. Don’t forget to check out the small private beach, where you’ll find white-faced capuchin monkeys swinging from the trees. A stay at Makanda will make Manuel Antonio even more magical!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Fabulous hotel that combines both the jungle and the sea. We’ll run with an amazing staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BENJAMIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facility Perdonal friendly and very professional.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luis Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Todo excelente
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They go above and beyond definitely worth a trip
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food and hotel was incredible. The staff was so kind and helpful with anything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Medjeena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing I will be back again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sirak

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service with Candy at check in and throughout. Leo was absolutely instrumental in guiding our overall experience, gave fantastic food recommendations, was incredibly prompt at attending to every single need. The staff is overall 10/10. We stayed at the honeymoon grand villa and the accommodations were 10/10 in all respects.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room, pool, and staff were amazing. Food was too lux for my liking so we ate offsite a lot
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Location was great, the main pool is really nice and also well laid out. The beach is beautiful, albeit a shame it's not exclusive for the hotel and only accessible during low tide. Elias on the bar was fantastic. Such a hard worker.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fabian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most amazing place in Manuel Antonio!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
One of the best boutique hotels in the world. Nothing like it. I will keep returning
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and nature.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bharati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful resort, perfect after a stressful period of time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Amazing s
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was stunning, and the staff was super friendly and helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

parwinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great experience. The hotel staff was awesome, and I enjoyed the food and pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning!! The staff was amazing, amenities, food and location were perfect. They booked excursions for us with local tour companies …again, the best. They were there for any request. The grounds are well maintained and the pools were superb. We will be back!! ❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Murad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel. I would definitely recommend for couples
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Haim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel, best service, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tierra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is gorgeous and the staff was so attentive! Looking forward to staying here again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel with amazing staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021