Makanda by the Sea - Manuel Antonio Costa Rica

Makanda by the Sea is a unique, contemporary design hotel that has been built in balance with its striking green natural surroundings. It´s open air design enhances the views while taking advantage of the Pacific breezes. Located just off the main road between Quepos and Manuel Antonio National Park, the hotel has 12 acres of sanctuary, 100 meters above the ocean.
All of Makanda`s secluded villas and studios have been carefully placed in the botanical rainforest gardens with spectacular views of the sixty mile coastline. The hotel's delightful accommodations have been furnished with special hardwoods, vaulted ceilings, handcrafted tile and some of them feature open-air living areas and Japanese gardens.
In Makanda, guests can find a number of ways to keep comfortable: swimming in the infinity pool, walking through the trams of the rainforest, sipping a cool tropical drink in the jacuzzi or enjoying an exciting gourmet dish at the open air Sunspot restaurant. Makanda, the name once said to mean essence or nectar in ancient Sanscrit, is a paradise found.

Manuel Antonio, Quepos

The trip takes approximately 3 hours driving from San José. When leaving San José take the main Pan American highway (Carretera Interamericana) going. The highway will pass the Juan Santa María airport. Stay on the Interamericana for about 10-15 minutes more, until you see an exit for a town called Atenas. There is a sign that reads Atenas / Orotina / Jaco. Take this exit and continue driving for about 2 hours following the signs to Jacó. You will pass the entrance to Playa Jaco, continue driving straight for about 1 more hour, following the signs to Quepos and Manuel Antonio. Once you arrive at the town Quepos continue driving following the signs to Manuel Antonio. The hotel is located halfway between Quepos and Manuel Antonio National Park. At Barba Roja Restaurant, turn right and follow the signs to Makanda