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GHL Relax Hotel Makana Resort

Discover GHL Relax Hotel Makana Resort, a 4.5-star beachfront retreat in Tonsupa, Ecuador. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast, parking, pool, jacuzzi, and ocean views. Perfect for families and travelers seeking comfort, beautiful landscapes, and direct beach acc

Calle B huertos familiares y estero seco, Tonsupa, Ecuador View on map
9/10
Exceptional Based on 789 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Pool Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable beachfront stay with friendly service

Guests highlight the hotel's scenic ocean views, clean and comfortable rooms, and helpful staff. While the location offers great beach access and family-friendly amenities, some note road conditions and prices compared to nearby options.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly and attentive staff providing excellent service
  • Clean, comfortable rooms with pleasant beachfront views
  • Access to a nice outdoor pool and Jacuzzi
  • Good on-site amenities including gym and restaurant
  • Safe and relaxing environment suitable for families

Worth knowing

  • Roads leading to the hotel are unpaved and somewhat bumpy
  • Pricing is higher than some nearby hotels, reflecting the services offered
  • Restaurant food has positive mentions but fewer guest experiences reported
  • Not pet-friendly, so plan accordingly
  • Free amenities include Wi-Fi, breakfast, parking, and airport shuttle

Best for

  • Visitors seeking a relaxed beachfront hotel with ocean views
  • Families looking for a safe and kid-friendly resort environment
  • Guests wanting easy access to nearby beaches and local attractions
  • Travelers who appreciate on-site fitness and leisure facilities
  • Those valuing supportive and friendly hotel staff
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About this property

Welcome to GHL Relax Hotel Makana Resort

GHL Relax Hotel Makana Resort stands as a beacon of comfort and natural beauty on the sandy shores of Tonsupa, Ecuador. With its striking 4.5-star rating, this hotel weaves together breathtaking ocean views and attentive service to create an unforgettable retreat for travelers seeking both relaxation and adventure.

Guests often praise the resort's warm and helpful staff, making every visitor feel welcomed and valued. The location offers direct access to a pristine beach, complemented by amenities such as a sparkling pool, jacuzzi, and a well-equipped basic gym. These features invite guests to unwind or stay active amid a serene coastal backdrop.

Rooms at the Makana Resort are known for their comfort and cleanliness, providing a tranquil sanctuary after a day of exploration. While the hotel leans toward the higher end in pricing compared to nearby options, visitors consistently highlight the value offered through comprehensive room service, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary breakfast, enhancing the overall experience.

Families find this resort especially appealing; kid-friendly facilities and safe, clean spaces offer peace of mind alongside enjoyable activities. The restaurant serves delicious meals that pair perfectly with the panoramic ocean vistas, making every bite part of the getaway. Although some guests haven’t sampled the full restaurant menu, the positive impressions suggest the culinary offerings are reliable and satisfying.

While the roads leading to the hotel might pose a rougher, unpaved journey, the destination rewards you with a stunning landscape and a calm, relaxed atmosphere that soothes the soul. Its proximity to attractions like Aqua Park El Surillal further enriches the stay, offering fun excursions just minutes away.

Overall, GHL Relax Hotel Makana Resort crafts an exquisite blend of natural beauty, thoughtful hospitality, and modern conveniences. It’s an ideal haven for travelers who seek a secure, clean, and comfortable beachside escape with all the necessary amenities to feel at home.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Pool
Air-conditioned
Laundry service
Beach access
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Airport shuttle

Not available at this property

Pet-friendly
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

SK
Steven Kennedy Mar 22, 2026
10

Very nice place...excellent staff...very friendly and helpful. The roads haven't been paved...a bit of a bumpy ride.

CAB
Carlos Alberto Bedón Cardenas Feb 06, 2026
10

Very nice place!!!! Beautiful landscape, clean and friendly !!!

PA
Patricio Aguinaga Jan 13, 2026
10

Great place but whit a high price compared whit others hotels near, rooms are very comfortable, they have a basic gym and a full room service, if you can afford it don't hesitate is one of the best choices. I haven't try the food in their restaurant but surely is not bad.

VV
Veronica Villarroel Jan 13, 2026
8.0

It is a really nice place to stay, it is safe, clean and comfortable

B
bbynoth Jan 12, 2026
10

Very nice resort, lot's to do and amazing view Beautiful weather.

GM
George Maalouf Jan 11, 2026
10

Very Comfortable Hotel. Beautiful view to the ocean with great beach. The pool and the Jacuzzi were perfect. Excellent for families vacations. Thank you Mr. George Yousef Maalouf.

JR
Juan Romo Dec 30, 2025
10

A spectacular beach view and comfortable place to stay

PL
Paula Londoño Dec 21, 2025
10

Clean rooms, delicious food, perfect view, access to the beach, coll pool and jacuzzi, excellent service.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find GHL Relax Hotel Makana Resort

Tonsupa, Ecuador

Set on a sandy beach along the Pacific Ocean, this relaxed hotel is 2 km from Highway 15 and 10 km from pools and waterslides at Aqua Park El Surillal.

  • Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport 6 hr 1 Car · 16 hr Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in City. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Playa De Tonsupa 231 reviews

Playa De Tonsupa

Tonsupa, Ecuador

4.5 · Beach
Playa de Atacames 874 reviews

Playa de Atacames

Ecuador

4.5 · Beach
Aqua Park El Surillal 3,702 reviews

Aqua Park El Surillal

El Triángulo, Canton, Sector El Candelillo, paso lateral, Atacames, Ecuador

4.5 · Tourist Attraction
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