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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only

We would like our Guests to experience Costa Rica at its fullest and most beautiful. As such, during the high season (01/01/2022 - 30/04/2023), Makanda By The Sea observes a 3 night minimum stay. We can't wait for our Guests to spend their holidays in our elegant escape. Offering an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant, Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only is located in Manuel Antonio. Full breakfast is available for $30+tax. The property is 200 metres from the private beach. The suites here will provide you with a TV, air conditioning and a balcony. Complete with a microwave, the dining area also has a refrigerator. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer. Some suites have a sea view and a garden view. The studios also include an iPod dock, a CD player and cable channels. The property has an on-site restaurant, and the nearest supermarket is located 600 metres away. At Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only you will find a terrace. Other services offered include a massages and a tour desk. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including horse riding and fishing. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 68 km away. The property offers free parking and free Wi-Fi access.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.7
High score for Manuel Antonio
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Delphine
    France France
    Amazing. Private beach . Staff exceptional .room perfect
  • Matthew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything the place is incredible. The photos on booking.com are now outdated and it’s better in real life. The service is superb and they go out of their way. It was our anniversary and they gave us a complimentary bottle to celebrate. They also...
  • Rudy
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Makanda delivers everything that you might expect and possibly a little bit more. It's pure luxury and the service is sublime. The swimming pool is fantastic and we loved private the beach area. The room are very beautiful. The restaurant is...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Arbol Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Seafood • Latin American • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Modern • Romantic

Facilities of Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live music/performance
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Adult only
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 - outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool with view
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Pool 2 - outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • Adult only
  • Salt-water pool
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Personal trainer
  • Yoga classes
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Open-air bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00

Check-out

From 11:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of USD 1000 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 804. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Cash Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

A damage deposit of US$1,000 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only

  • Room options at Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only include:

    • Villa
    • Suite
    • Bungalow
    • Double

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only is 650 yards from the centre of Manuel Antonio. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 350 yards from Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only has 1 restaurant:

    • Arbol Restaurant

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only on this page.

  • Check-in at Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Beachfront
    • Evening entertainment
    • Spa facilities
    • Open-air bath
    • Facial treatments
    • Walking tours
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Beach
    • Horse riding
    • Personal trainer
    • Private beach area
    • Swimming Pool
    • Body scrub
    • Happy hour
    • Yoga classes
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Beauty Services
    • Live music/performance
    • Steam room
    • Body treatments
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Body wrap
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area

  • Guests staying at Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental