Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

4.5 star property
4.5-star beachfront hotel near Marina Pez Vela

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On the beach, beach towels
Terrace/patio
Royal Jungle View
Standard Room
Royal Ocean View | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Road to Punta Quepos, 900 m NW from La Mariposa Hotel, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601
  • Place, Biesanz Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Playitas Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Manuel Antonio Beach
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Studio Suite Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Royal Jungle View with Private Pool

  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Superior Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Royal Jungle View

  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Family Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

2 Bedroom Suite with Private Pool

  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

Royal Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Jungle Room with Private Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Manuel Antonio

Beachfront retreat .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Biesanz Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Playitas Beach with a stay here. Playa La Macha and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Biesanz Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Playitas Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Marina Pez Vela - 9 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Playa La Macha - 14 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 175 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Falafel Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Buena Vista Plus - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Karolas Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

4.5-star beachfront hotel near Marina Pez Vela
A winery is on site. Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Quepos hotel is smoke free.

  • 77 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2010
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Winery on site
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio offers 77 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature private pools and minibars. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Private pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Communal pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Winery

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • Private pool

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from June 5 2025 to October 15 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Parking area
  • Select guestrooms

Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool

Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 250 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 190 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Shana
Shana Hotel
Shana Hotel Manuel Antonio
Shana Manuel Antonio
Shana Hotel & Spa Costa Rica/Manuel Antonio National Park

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 734 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gurushabd

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alesya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! Wildlife, swimming pools, dining, walkable to beach, and great service. We plan to return and recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anup

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with beautiful views and great staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Khasid

Travelled with family
Not the best value for money. The breakfast was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I appreciated our ocean view room and balcony. A amazing view. Saw lots of monkeys (learned we needed to lock the sliding door to keep them out of the room!) and loved seeing the sloths doing their thing in the trumpet tree. Room was comfortable-a mirror outside of the bathroom would have been helpful along with more towel racks or hooks. Our tv didn’t always work and we were told the internet was the issue. Power also went out a few times during our stay (we experienced a few thunderstorms). Staff were overall friendly and helpful - solid customer service for sure. Unfortunately, the hotel was undergoing construction during our stay (I wish this fact was disclosed on Expedia) and it was incredibly noisy over a few days - when I told the front desk we were offered a gift certificate to use in the restaurant which was some compensation. Restaurant was pleasant with good quality food. A local musician performed in the restaurant one night which was a welcome change from the sometimes overly loud pop music that played in the pool area. In such a beautiful location, the too loud mostly old American music detracted from the experience. Beautifully landscaped, lovely walk to Biesanz beach. We also walked all the way to Manuel Antonio beach but that was quite the hike.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcos, Simi Valley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed with the magnificent trees of Costa Rica. Monkeys sometimes visited our patio with butterflies dancing below. The staff was warm, eager to make us feel welcome, prepared yummy local breakfast, and connected us to wonderful tours. It felt like we were in a living painting. We are grateful for all the conservation efforts from the locals so the world can have safe breaths. Gracias. Pura Vida.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ashlee

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We were very excited to stay at the property based off of the reviews we read when planning our trip. I was disappointed with our room. It was not very clean and it’s needs a lot of TLC. We did love seeing the monkeys on our way to breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this place was great. The views, the monkeys and toucans we could see from our balcony, the sloths down the beach, the golf cart and breakfast, and even the bottles of water for the road when we checked out
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service. All crew really friendly and ready to help. 😀
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad, Falls Church

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like it
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dhan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

You don’t want to miss this.

Amazing hotel with views. Saw so many birds and wildlife from our balcony. Jaxier and the rest of the restaurant staff were super hospitable and Jairo and the hotel staff were super accomadating. Will be re visiting
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was awesome! Great room with a great view!! The beach trail is amazing! Kevin was really friendly!
View from room balcony
Toucan from balcony
Night view from balcony
Private trail that leads to beach
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Chudney Denise

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anneliese

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this property! Second time staying here
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn L, Columbus

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Shana for a week over spring break. Everything about it was wonderful. The staff, the beach, the pool, the breakfast. we saw more wildlife on the hotel proper than we did in Manuel Antonio National Park. The monkeys were daily entertainment. There is a sloth that hangs out in a tree by the adult pool and a set of scarlet macaws that will fly in every day. I can’t recommend this hotel enough.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Julie, Anchorage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice hotel. For me the pool was a highlight. The listing for the hotel says the rooms are soundproofed. I’m not sure why because they clearly are not. I listened to the child next door scream every evening. It seemed just like one of the things you encounter when you travel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and had a fantastic view of the ocean. The staff were exceptional. We received excellent service from Javier, Johnny and Kevin. The location allowed for many animal sittings - monkeys, sloths, iguanas, parrots, and toucans.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property and beautiful beach access. Excellent restaurant and very nice pools.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025