Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only

Hotels
9.3 (133 reviews)
Main Road to Manuel Antonio, 3 Kilometers , Manuel Antonio , cr

Free

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Nightclub
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Beautiful ambiance
Clean facilities
Cons:
Price might be too high
Service could be more personable

Categories

Cleanliness
8.65
The rooms were clean, but some facilities were not working properly.
Service
9.62
The staff does a really great job, but some were a bit robotic.
Location
10
Unique accommodation in a prime location.
Room Quality
9.61
Beautiful and clean rooms.
Amenities
9.64
Nice pool and beautiful furnishings.
Value for Money
8.6
Expected more for the price paid.
Food and Beverage
8.65
High prices for breakfast and drinks.
Overall Experience
9.65
Overall a great stay with minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 13:48

Property Description

Luxurious Adult-Only Escape in Manuel Antonio

Elegant Suites with Spectacular Views: Indulge in luxury with suites featuring breathtaking sea and garden views, equipped with modern amenities including a TV, air conditioning, and a private balcony. Some suites even offer an iPod dock and cable channels for entertainment.

Exquisite Dining and Relaxation: Enjoy a delicious meal at the on-site restaurant or explore nearby dining options. Unwind by the outdoor swimming pool or book a rejuvenating massage at the terrace. The tour desk can help plan exciting activities like horse riding and fishing.

Convenient Amenities and Location: With a private beach just 200 meters away and a supermarket within walking distance, Makanda by The Sea offers the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility. Free Wi-Fi, parking, and proximity to Juan Santamaría International Airport make your stay seamless.

Book now to immerse yourself in the beauty of Costa Rica at Makanda By The Sea!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 133 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.65
Service: 9.62
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.61
Amenities: 9.64
Value for Money: 8.6
Food and Beverage: 8.65
Overall Experience: 9.65
J
Juan couple cr
10
A M A Z I N G
Pros:

The attention to detail, the place, the pool, the food, all was really amazing. I loved the place, would totally come back.

The staff does a really great job, and they make sure you will have a great time.

Totally a worth

Cons:

I really loved the place, I can't complain.

2025-10-13 via Nuitee
K
Katie family_with_children gb
10
Heavenly
Pros:

Beautiful buildings and furnishings . Staff are absolutely lovely.

Cons:

Nothing

2025-09-18 via Nuitee
A
Andrea couple ch
8
2025-09-14 via Nuitee
C
Cesar couple mx
10
Pros:

Las instalaciones son muy bonitas

Cons:

En la playa faltan mayor diversidad de bebidas y es pequeña

2025-09-03 via Nuitee
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Virginia family_with_children us
10
2025-08-01 via Nuitee
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Christoph couple de
9
Einzigartig, aber überteuert
Pros:

Einzigartige Unterkunft in bester Lage.

Cons:

Preise für Frühstück und Drinks leider völlig überzogen.

2025-07-24 via Nuitee
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Othman young couple ca
7
It’s a great stay but expected way more with regard to the price I paid.
Pros:

Beautiful rooms. Clean. Nice pool. Relaxing atmosphere. We got a nice upgrade, which was nice from the concierge.

Cons:

Staff was a bit robotic especially in the Restaurent. Like abiding by rules instead of making us feel welcome. Some facilities were not working properly.
Price is too high versus service.

2025-06-20 via Nuitee
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Rob young couple us
10
It was exceptionally unique from any other high-end resort we stayed in. Every design, every part of the room, every cor
Pros:

First of all, it’s gated community. 24 hours guard in the front. Every unit has its own private entrance and private space. And I believe every unit has its own view of the ocean.

2025-05-13 via Nuitee
N
Nicolas young couple ky
9
Superb
2025-05-02 via Nuitee
J
Julia young couple de
8
Very good
Pros:

This was the final and also the most expensive hotel on our six-stop journey through Costa Rica – unfortunately, it ended up being only the second-worst. Four of the six hotels we stayed at offered a significantly better overall experience.

The grounds and the room are undoubtedly beautiful, but they do not justify the steep price in any way. Service is decent, but for a 5-star hotel in this price range, it's rather average.
The same applies to the food: it's good in terms of taste, but absolutely overpriced. During our trip, we enjoyed much better culinary experiences at far more reasonable prices.

Cons:

All in all, it's a nice hotel, but the value for money just isn't there. If you're expecting luxury, you'll only get above-average quality at best. There's definitely room for improvement.

In the end, it’s a pretty hotel that doesn’t live up to its promises. For the price we paid, we had far better experiences elsewhere on our trip.

2025-04-30 via Nuitee
T
Trudi family with young children gb
8
Very good
2025-04-30 via Nuitee
C
Charlie young couple gb
10
Exceptional
2025-04-21 via Nuitee
J
John young couple us
10
Exceptional
2025-04-18 via Nuitee
S
Sarah young couple us
10
Exceptional
2025-04-12 via Nuitee
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Thomas young couple gb
8
We had a wonderful stay but some minor issues stopped it from being perfect which was a shame.
Pros:

Wonderful pool and poolside bar. Clean. Comfy beds. Nice outlook. Short walk to a lovely beach. Free sunscreen available at the pool is a nice touch.

Cons:

Food in the main restaurant in the evening wasn’t to our liking, which was a shame because it had a wonderful position and outlook. We ate outside of the hotel most nights. The welcome needs to be tightened up. Our driver was told to drop us off at the gate, there was no one there to welcome us. We then had to walk to the reception because there was no golf cart. There was also works going on at the entrance so the initial impression wasn’t great tbh and not what I expected of a hotel at this price point. You don’t get a second chance to make a first impression. Room had damage. Communication from front desk was poor. Had to chase timings for pick up for tours. Wasn’t told that the full cost of the tour hadn’t been put on the room and had to pay more on the day, which wasn’t an issue but would’ve been nice to have been told.

2025-03-31 via Nuitee
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Ideh young couple us
10
Exceptional
2025-03-26 via Nuitee
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Daniel young couple us
9
Our stay was lovely and the staff were all great.
Pros:

The location, property, amenities and staff was wonderful.

Cons:

The room had a musty smell. To be expected considering the resort is on a hill side jungle.

2025-03-06 via Nuitee
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Lindsey young couple ca
8
Beautiful escape!
Pros:

This is our second time staying at Makanda, the hotel itself is breath taking! The hotel staff is so helpful and incredible. The rooms are extremely comfortable and the architecture is lovely!
Loved waking up to monkeys outside of our room!

Cons:

Food and drinks are very expensive for what you get. $300 dinners and leaving still hungry.

2025-02-23 via Nuitee
J
James young couple gb
10
Exceptional
2025-02-16 via Nuitee
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Diana young couple us
10
Exceptional
2025-02-13 via Nuitee