Makanda by the Sea Hotel Adults Only

In today’s world where “star inflation” and social media hyperbole has caused 2-star resorts to become 4-star and 3’s to become 5’s, it is so refreshing to experience the epitome of an authentic 5-star resort - Makanda By The Sea located in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. Makanda is perfectly nestled in the lush Costa Rican tropical rainforest, artfully constructed with majestic, unencumbered, breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Attention to detail permeates every aspect of this amazing property. It starts with a caring staff…whether it’s Ariana at the gorgeous front desk, Roger at the absolutely stunning poolside dining experience, Elias at the magnificent infinity pool swim up bar, or Andreas at the Makanda private beach, the staff is there for your every need and they connect with you personally as an individual. The architecture and exquisite design elements of Makanda are simply stunning. Artistic inlaid tile and stone create an adventurous Wizard of Oz, yellow brick road like experience when you to navigate around the property. The artistry of the buildings, various structures, restaurants, spa, and even parking areas seamlessly work with the natural beauty of the rainforest. My suite was nothing short of incredible. The interior design was simply next level. From the light fixtures and led accent lighting to the exotic hardwood floor to the textured wood paneling to the horsehair woven rug to the remote controlled curtains, I was enveloped in luxury. An amazingly comfortable king sized canopy bed, oversized chairs in the main room and bathroom, along with outdoor furniture complete with a hanging swing for two on my balcony provided first class sleeping and seating opportunities. Oh, and that balcony with a handcrafted, sculpted railing, it looked over the rainforest and Pacific Ocean and provided the perfect view of glorious sunsets. The bathroom was stunning, two vessel sinks on top of a unique counter, high tech mirrors, and an excellent rain shower with additional shower options. Extras in the room for good measure included your own espresso machine, a Bose Bluetooth speaker, and an enormous flat screen. Then there was the food and drink. Fresh, flavorful, and incredibly delicious would be a massive understatement! A fresh juice of the day greeted you at breakfast (passion fruit, banana as an example), followed by succulent fruit, and Costa Rican coffee. The seafood, fish, pastas, meats, breads, sides, and desserts were “unfortunately” just over the top delicious! Thankfully, if you didn’t want to take advantage of the always ready golf cart and driver, you could try to walk off your decadent food indulgence! The mango colada was only out done by the banana colada…both served in a copper chalice and topped with toasted coconut pieces. The icing on the proverbial cake was the surrounding flora and fauna. No tropical rainforest would be complete without exotic flowers that looked like they grew out of a Georgia O’Keefe paint

Best hotel in all of my world travels! Luis and Elias made our trip so amazing! Very personal touches. The place is beautiful beyond! Elias gave us a great tip off property one night and it was fantastic! The wildlife is there at the restaurant and right outside your deck! Because of the weather and slippery slopes around the property, they give you crocks to wear -which really work- and offer golf cart rides. The spa was nice but the breakfast was amazing! We can’t wait to go back! Most beautiful pools and tranquility!

Todo estuvo genial, la habitación es impresionante, el área de piscina y bar es genial. Hotel bien ubicado además. La atención también es muy buena

Incredible experience, you have to live it because describing it will miss too much of it. All the hotel staff were awesome, highly recommended!!

Hotel Makanda NEVER disappoints. We have been 4 times now and somehow it gets more magical every time. Every piece of the entire place is beautiful. The staff are literally the most warm people. We have been other places, even places outside the hotel, and the vibe is unmatched. Love this place so much!!

true paradise in the heart of nature, surrounded by beautiful flora and fauna. The facilities are stunning, and wherever you look, you’ll find art—modern pieces that are a delight to the eyes. The staff is incredible, offering warm hospitality with the professionalism you would expect from a five-star resort. The views are simply breathtaking. And if you come across the manager, Leo, don’t hesitate to say hello—he truly embodies the spirit of Pura Vida! Simply unforgettable.