Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

4.5 star property

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Royal Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Aerial view
Terrace/patio
Junior Suite | In-room dining
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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, Pará Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Espadilla
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Family Suite

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

Studio Suite

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

Superior Ocean View

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

Studio Suite Ocean View

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

Royal Ocean View

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

Jungle Room with Private Pool

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

Royal Jungle View with Private Pool

  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite

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

Royal Jungle View

  • 72 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Sofa Bed

2 Bedroom Suite with Private Pool

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

Standard Interior

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Quepos

With a stay at Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio in Quepos (Manuel Antonio), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Biesanz Beach and 7 minutes from Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. .This beach hotel is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from La Culebra Waterfall and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Manuel Antonio Beach.

What's nearby

  • Biesanz Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pará Beach - 14 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Playa Espadilla - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Playitas Beach - 7 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Zip Coaster - 9 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Cerdo Feliz - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Namaste - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Le Papillon - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio offers 77 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and espresso makers. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include rainfall showerheads, 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 irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 77 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and espresso makers. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an attached winery and an outdoor pool. Additional features at this Mediterranean hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2010
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per accommodation, per night
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 250 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 190 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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. 732 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1011 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Rina C

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 3 days: 2 days in the Jungle View and then switched to an Ocean View on the last day (paying a high premium that wasn't worth it). Let's start with the Pros: The staff was extremely friendly and helpful, always with the best attitude and smile; the access to the beach was beautiful, and the beach itself was one of the best in the Manuel Antonio/Quepos area. Cons: Both rooms had a high level of mildew, the AC unit didn't work, and it was blowing air with a terrible smell. We called reception, and they sent a technician who fixed it, but the smell persisted for the next 12 hours until it was gone or we got used to it. The room has a weird layout showers in one side, toilet in a different room, you have to walk from one side to the other if you wanted to use both, there is a huge kitchen taking about 60% of the space of the room with a tiny closet, if we can call it closet, the jungle view is just a green wall of trees. The food was terrible below average, the restaurant area was overcorwded and not by people but by exess furniture we cannot open the chair of the table without hitting the table next to it if both chairs where out, the serving area was way to small, and the taste of the food was also as bad, the view from the rooms is not as advertise, the ocean view (at least the one we received) has a bit of the view and wasnt that great as advertise. I will never stay in this hotel again and will not recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying at the Shana by the Beach. Highlights included our room (we had an amazing oceanfront view with double king beds, kitchen and a balcony with dining table), the pool area (has an adults-only side with infinity pool view of the ocean, though it’s a little small, and a 2 for 1 happy hour from 3-6 pm daily), delicious complimentary breakfast (however, they serve the same dishes daily and might consider changing it up a little), and abundant hotel wildlife like white faced and squirrel monkeys and Toucans. Amenities were clean and the staff was friendly and attentive. There is also a jungle path (7-10 minute walk) down to Playa Biesanz, which is a small public beach nestled in a cove (bring water shoes as it’s a little rocky and cash for drinks and snacks). Playa Espadilla (public beach) is also only a 10-minute Uber ride, and in my opinion the nicest of the four local beaches I visited, even Manuel Antonio Beach. A few suggestions or things I learned: (1) per my research, we rented a car but should have just got a shuttle from the airport to Manuel Antonio, (2) driving around Manuel Antonio is hectic with windy roads and tight spaces, so ubering is inexpensive and hassle-free since restaurant are close; and (3) the monkeys that live around the resort will open your balcony door, so keep it locked. Overall, I would recommend this resort for its location to Manuel Antonio Park, abundance of local restaurants, and its room and restaurant/pool views of the ocean.
Our room
View from our balcony
Our room and kitchen with sink, stove, and apartment-size fridge
Adult-only side of the pool
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Best room and best view I've ever stayed at
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maritza

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, delicious food, exotic location, incredible infinity pool & luxurious property.
Adult Infinity Pool
Adult Infinity Pool 2
Mural in main restaurant
Biesanz Beach beautiful calm waters. Special private path from the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

lexie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay! Clean room, yummy restaurant, lovely beach accessible, cool pool, stunning views, crazy monkeys for entertainment, and market available with snacks and essentials. We arrived to a gift of wine in our room, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. With the gated entrance, we felt very safe, but the whole area seemed safe and walkable (if you can do those steep inclines!). We’d love to stay again!
Sunset balcony views
Beach with water sports below the hotel
Steps to beach accessible
Welcome gift
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Gina, Huntington Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with gorgeous sea views and an adult only pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Trevor

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sharlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and beautiful view of water
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sinda

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jaclyn

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay here! Rooms were comfortable and very spacious. Staff were always very helpful and kind. The wildlife here is amazing!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

James

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

C Caroni

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful service with beautiful rooms, light & sunny.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean although not as nice as expected for the price but completely understandable as the value was in the view. Staff was amazing, everyone genuinely seemed to appreciate that we were there and were always attentive and responsive. The hotel location was excellent with restaurants, shops and the marina close by and of course the country was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ganesh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view and good breakfast..Roads could be improved to access the location easier.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Farah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very kind and seeing the fauna everywhere was a delight. I missed having some amenities in the room and extra pillows, but other than that the service and accommodations are great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Harshvardhan

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and bathroom, good choice of breakfast, nice location and pool. Private access to beach. Parking was limited but they always found a spot for us. Walkable beach is rocky, just wear water shoes and you should be fine. Decent restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dobrin, Boston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place with spectacular views and easy access to one of the best beaches in the area. The staff is very friendly helpful and supportive. Overall a great place to stay. Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Akila

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Vegetarian choices
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and grounds. Friendly staff. Good food. Wash cloths we could have been appreciated, but we saw this at another place, maybe they don't use them? The view from our room was beautiful! And we loved the monkeys every morning on our bAlcony. But watch your things! The walk to the beach is not the easiest but we did enjoy the beach. The pools, restaurant, bar and staff are great.its on a very steep hill so beware of that but staff will golf cart you up and down if desired.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

LUIS

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
En el espacio en los parqueos son bastante pequeño En general, las habitaciones son un poco antiguas y le faltan un poco de mantenimiento
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo Diaz

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anish Kumar

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very friendly and helpful staff. Impressed by the hot breakfast, great variety. The breakfast restaurant has a great view of the ocean and rainforest by the beach. Very cozily decked up for the holidays! The guest service staff were very helpful. They helped us with day tours booking for various activities. Comfortable and luxurious stay. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Nirdosh

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Kale

Travelled with group
Overall enjoyed our stay. Property is on a steep hill, which I enjoyed but may not be suitable for everyone. + Bed was comfortable, AC worked great and was quiet, balcony had a nice view, shower had good pressure, room was clean, pool looked nice but not really a pool person, free parking = Breakfast food was okay, staff were nice, no elevators to upper floor - Monkeys stealing food at breakfast (fun the first time and the staff does a good job at trying to scare them off), shower drain was really loud, bathroom was mostly clean but possibly in the middle of a remodel, walk to "Hidden Beach" was charming but the beach itself was covered in beach chairs for sell and loud music at 8am in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025