Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick answers about booking, payment, breakfast, transfers, rooms, pool access, tours, and policies at Makanda by the Sea in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica.
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About Makanda
Yes, Makanda is exclusively for adults.
Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas, Costa Rica.
33 suites and villas.
Booking and payment
Full payment is due 30 days prior.
No, it only secures the reservation.
We email a secure payment link.
No, 13% tax applies to rates.
Yes, if cancelled more than 30 days before arrival.
It becomes non-refundable within 30 days before arrival.
One change may be possible before arrival 30 days.
Please follow the Reservation Policy terms.
Yes, temporary hold will apply for incidentals.
Check-in and stay
Check-in 3:00 PM, check-out 11:00 AM.
Yes, you may use facilities before check-in.
Yes, you may use facilities after checkout.
Day visitors allowed with prior notice only.
No, pets are not permitted.
No, smoking in rooms is not allowed.
Breakfast and dining
Yes, for bookings made on makanda.com.
No, we are not an all-inclusive hotel.
A la carte breakfast is included for direct customers.
Yes, in-room dining is available daily.
Rooms, beds, and amenities
Yes, every room includes an in-room safe.
Yes, hair dryers are provided in rooms.
Only a limited four-person villa category.
No, we do not provide rollaway beds.
Luxury Villas, Penthouses and Honeymoon Pool categories.
Yes, private by category and room design.
Transportation and airports
Fly into San José International Airport, SJO.
About 2.5 to 3 hours by car.
Yes, we can coordinate private transfers.
$170 one-way per vehicle, plus tax.
No, it is per trip/vehicle.
Yes, local flights to Quepos are available.
Yes, helicopter transfers operate in daytime.
Email flight details to reception@makanda.com
Pool lounge pass and day access
Yes, pool access is included for guests.
Day access for non-guests with credit.
$120 per person, fully redeemable.
Daily from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
No, adults-only policy applies.
Yes, via Pool Lounge Pass access.
Beach access
Yes, via golf cart assistance as needed.
It is a secluded wild beach experience.
Tours and activities
Yes, we help coordinate local excursions.
Recommended, but often possible during stay.
Most tours include round-trip transportation.
Yes, it is a short drive away.
Spa
Yes, spa services are available on-site.
Contact Reception to schedule your preferred time.
Practical information
No, a standard vehicle is fine.
Yes, on-site guest parking is available.
Yes, US dollars are widely accepted.
Health and travel
Yes, we can help arrange local tests.
No, vaccination is not required.
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