Makanas Beach Bungalows, Santa Teresa

Pros

• Quiet boutique hotel on the outskirts of Santa Teresa
• Not uncommon to see and hear howler monkeys
• Two-minute walk to a quiet section of Playa Santa Teresa featuring tide pools during low tide
• Each bungalow includes a deck with chairs and hammock

Cons

• No restaurant on-site, but breakfast is included
• No pool available
• Few restaurants nearby, so guests will need transportation or walk 10+ minutes to get to dining options
• Some guests may not like that toilet paper is not to be flushed, but disposed of in a garbage can
  

Additional Notes From Brittany

Makanas Beach Bungalows embraces simplicity in all of the right ways. You won't find a receptionist here to greet you, and check-in is made easy with a contactless lockbox on your bungalow, but the rooms are comfortable with good-quality toiletries and include a guide to Santa Teresa packed with information. With fewer amenities and rooms, the hotel is very peaceful and quiet – the only neighbors waking you at 5 a.m. will be monkeys, and the annoying guests at breakfasts are the white-throated magpie-jays trying to steal your leftover food! 

Authenticity

Makanas Beach Bungalows is a small property located in Santa Teresa that offers the authentic experience of the sound of howler monkeys to wake you each morning. It's also just a two-minute walk to a very quiet area of the beach. The bungalows are simple but clean and comfortable and feature a covered patio with chairs and a hammock.

Location

Makanas Beach Bungalows is located a bit outside of the main strip in Santa Teresa, with only a few restaurants nearby, so it tends to be very quiet. The hotel is situated close to the road, but the A/C units make it difficult to hear traffic, particularly at night. 

Rooms & Bathrooms

The four bungalows on the property include three with king beds, and one family bungalow with two queens. The rooms feature tile flooring, minifridge, coffee with a french press and a kettle, and bath products. Be aware though that you cannot flush toilet paper and you may find bugs in your bungalow. 

Other Highlights

Guests will enjoy easy access to the beach and exploring the many tide pools at low tide. After, you can rinse off the sand at the shared outdoor shower. Be sure to head down to the beach to catch a gorgeous and colorful sunset.