Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Tasty food
Cons:
Smell of wet wood
Challenging access to location

Categories

Cleanliness
8.65
The building has a smell of wet wood due to the heavy rain in the region.
Service
10
Staff was very friendly and responsive to issues, such as fixing the noise from the roof.
Location
9.62
Located in a unique spot in nature, though access can be challenging.
Room Quality
9.66
The room was very large and spacious.
Amenities
9.61
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
9.64
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
9.6
Breakfast and dinner were very tasty.
Overall Experience
10
A unique stay with some drawbacks, but overall very positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-02 09:49

Property Description

Garden Oasis:
Discover the tranquil garden setting of Mirador Prendas, nestled in Sarapiquí just 8 km from La Selva Biological Station.

Nature Retreat:
Immerse yourself in the lush surroundings and panoramic views, perfect for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy fishing and a variety of activities during your stay.

Convenient Location:
While just 47 km from Juan Santamaría International Airport, please note that a 4x4 vehicle and GPS navigation are recommended for a seamless journey to our doorstep.

Book your stay at Mirador Prendas now to experience a harmonious blend of nature and comfort.

Important information:

Please inform Mirador Prendas in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property is accessible via an unpaved road, which may be unsuitable for some vehicles.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
A prepayment deposit via PayPal is required to secure your reservation. The property will contact you after you book to provide any instructions.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for US$15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 33 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.65
Service: 10
Location: 9.62
Room Quality: 9.66
Amenities: 9.61
Value for Money: 9.64
Food and Beverage: 9.6
Overall Experience: 10
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Esther • solo_traveller • nl
6
Een uniek verblijf in een prachtige omgeven, maar heeft wel wat haken en ogen
Pros:

Locatie ligt op een bijzondere locatie midden in de natuur. Personeel is erg vriendelijk en ontbijt en diner waren erg lekker.
Kamer was ontzettend groot en ruim. Door de wind klapperde er iets op het dak (een golfplaat) wat gelijk werd gemaakt toen ik er wat van zei, ontzettend fijn!!

Cons:

Vanaf het dorp moet je nog een half uur off road rijden om er te komen!! Je moet over 2 hele smalle hangbruggen wat best even spannend is. Hou hier rekening mee als je een activiteit gaat doen in de buurt.
Daarnaast is het hele gebouw van hout. Aangezien het veel regent in die regio ruikt het huis dus naar nat hout, wat ik zelf geen fijne geur vond. De kamer heeft ramen in de vorm van luiken. Als die dicht moeten ivm de regen kun je dus niet naar buiten kijken.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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christian • couple • fr
10
Inoubliable et enchanteur
Pros:

L’accueil du personnel vraiment aux petits soins, la suite incroyable et très propre, la bâtisse féerique, la qualité des repas et leur présentation impeccable

Cons:

Rien, tout était parfait

2025-08-05 • via Nuitee
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christian • couple • fr
10
2025-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Irma • couple • nl
8
Fantastisch
Pros:

De lokatie is geweldig. Het is een geheel houten gebouw, mooi gemaakt, maar helaas zitten er veel termieten en houtworm in dit gebouw. Als het niet wordt aangepakt om dit te bestrijden, gaat dit mooie gebouw ten onder. Zeer jammer, want er zit veel potentie in dit gebouw en omgeving. Het levenswerk gaatvdan ook ten onder. De weg er naar toe is een keienweg. Prima te rijden, vele reviews geven aan dat het niet te doen is, maar dat klopt niet echt. Het is hobbel de bobbel, je moet alleen geen lage auto hebben. Een 4x2 volstaat hier goed.

2025-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Kim • family_with_children • be
10
Leuke beleving in een prachtige omgeving!
Pros:

Wat een ontvangst in een bijzonder gebouw! Zeker de moeite waard om eens te overnachten, alleen de beleving op zich is al geweldig!
Mooi uitzicht over de bergen tijdens het ontbijt! Heel vriendelijk personeel, kamers zijn prima in orde!

2025-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Emilio • family_with_children • es
9
Muy muy bien
Pros:

El sitio es precioso, no hay palabras para el hotel, super original, la comida casera y magnífica. Y muy muy atentos. Por lo general genial. Y había mosquiteras en las camas que es un gran plus.

Cons:

El camino de acceso es complicado, si no tienes un buen 4×4 no puedes pasar.

2025-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Stéphanie • family with young children • be
10
Amazing
Pros:

Location, quiteness, friendly staff, amazing rooms, beauty of nature

Cons:

Nothing

2025-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Meriam • young couple • gb
10
Brilliant night in the trees
Pros:

The staff was very welcoming and always happy to help. The location is incredible, in the middle of the tree. The owner spent the evening talking to us and was very warm. The hotel is huge and the work done to build it is incredible - it truly is a piece of art.

2025-04-17 • via Nuitee
T
Tim • young couple • nl
9
Superb
2025-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Anouk • young couple • ch
9
Extraordinary house
Pros:

Extraordinary build. This house was spectacular, huge and crafted almost entirely from wood. The food was delicious and the host very welcoming. We liked the two waterfall hikes you can do on your own and the ziplining.

Cons:

We used this as a stop between Tortuguero and Tenorio. As such it was perfect. But I imagine there wouldn‘t be lots to do if you stayed much longer than 2 nights.

2025-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Henk • young couple • nl
10
One of the best and special accommodation
Pros:

Accommodation, very friendly staff and location

Cons:

Absolutely nothing

2025-02-06 • via Nuitee
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Vasilijs • with friends • gb
10
An art piece of a house built into the forest itself.
Pros:

A very special and incredible place to visit.
You will need a good car to get there, but you will not be disappointed. It is a huge tree house stretching through the native forest as it is built into the forest. Great for bird watchers and frog spotters. Great hikes between waterfalls and around local fields and villages. Very caring staff will book local tours for you and will look after you with a high level of hospitality. The rooms are very big, the bed and mattress are impressive and the mosquito net is well built and spacious! We are very grateful!

2025-02-02 • via Nuitee
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Indiamarley • young couple • es
10
Exceptional
Pros:

This place is...magical. I felt like Alice in Wonderland the whole time. It's the baby of a CR artist who bought the land in the 80s. His artist friends all wanted to come and visit, so he had to make more room. All by himself and his friends. And then more artists from all over came, helped with the build and left their mark everywhere- murals, sculpures, whatever. And I have this from the horse's mouth, as we had the privilege to meet both the owner and his grandson in person. Oh, to have been a fly on the wall back then...And the drive up there is amazing as well. This place is mindblowing.

Cons:

Sorry guys, but the food is...not good. At all. And expensive, for what it is.

2025-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Onno • family with young children • de
8
Back to basic in the jungle
Pros:

If you are up for some adventure in nature this is the place. It is back to basic facilities, but with your private waterfall and pool and a great wildlife view from the mirador. We loved it. You need to 4x4 to get there.

2024-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Jeroen • family with young children • ch
9
We had a great stay: breakfast, view, garden visit, the staff: it was all great.
Pros:

One of a kind

Cons:

Nothing

2024-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Roman • young couple • de
10
Wonderful stay
Pros:

The breakfast was amazing and it was delivered to our floor. Nixon was an amazing host, he was super helpful! We can highly recommend to stay there.

Cons:

Please make sure to have a 4x4 car to get there. It is almost impossible to do it without one.

2024-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Mark • young couple • us
10
Amazing hidden gem with great views and personal service
Pros:

Remote location was amazing with beautiful views and waterfall on property just a short hike away. Very quiet and secluded area. Nixon was our service specialist who brought us our meals to eat on the balcony and assisted with anything we needed. Very personal service

2024-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Amy • family with young children • us
10
One-of-a-kind, Mirador Prendas is an unforgettable experience.
Pros:

I felt like I had a good sense of this incredible destination from other reviews and was not disappointed. It's stunning and well-worth the rugged journey. The views are breath-taking and the wildlife abundant, from the 3 toucans who greeted us outside the bedroom window on our arrival, to the howler monkeys, cows, and countless other birds and creatures. We stayed two nights with our college-aged children and planned for a rest day on the property in between, but there was too much right there to see and explore for any resting! Our horseback riding tour was a highlight-- calm and confident horses and friendly capable guides-- I highly recommend. The night tour through the jungle was fascinating for most of us, and slightly frightening for one of us. ;-) We were well taken care-of, generous hospitality, and delicious meals. Our entire Costa Rican experience was amazing, and Mirador Prendas was the top of the list.

Cons:

We loved the adventure of the unpaved road and delicate bridges. It's definitely rustic and isolated, which enhanced the experience for us, but might be uncomfortable for some.

2024-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Akash • young couple • us
10
Exceptional
2023-11-23 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn • with friends • us
10
Nixon was an outstanding host!! He anticipated and met our every need. The team of guides we worked with were also aweso
Pros:

A most interesting structure with fantastic views. The place is awash with character and quirkiness! Amazing woodwork: panels, murals, sculptures

Cons:

Better lighting would have been nice. As would more cushioned seating.

2023-11-11 • via Nuitee