This tropical hotel is set in the rainforest in the Huetar Norte region. Set in lush gardens, it offers an indoor and outdoor pool, a spacious sun terrace and free Wi-Fi and private parking.
David
Switzerland
Very close to bus terminal, but also very quiet rooms in the forest.
Featuring a garden, Mirador Prendas is located in Sarapiquí, within 5 mi of La Selva Biological Station. Complimentary WiFi is available. Fishing can be enjoyed nearby.
Amy
United States of America
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.
Offering an on-site restaurant and Palenque-style design, Sarapiquis Rainforest Lodge is located in Heredia. It offers an outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi and a tour desk.
Margaret
United States of America
The lodge is very unique. The rooms are in traditional styled huts. Each hut has about 6 rooms inside, and the rooms are decorated with indigenous artwork. Each room has its own seating outside. The grounds are beautiful and very interesting to explore, set amidst an archeological site. The restaurant serves delicious food and has lovely open views. The on-site infinity pool is stunning. The lodge is next to a rainforest nature reserve with a river and hanging bridges. The staff were very helpful and accommodating. Highly recommended.
Located in Sarapiquí, 0.6 mi from La Selva Biological Station main area, the lodge has a garden and a shared lounge at the dining hall, as well as free WiFi.
Lucinda
United States of America
Being in the middle of a beautiful protected ecosystem where one can explore the wonders of nature and take advantage of the expert guides from the station is simple amazing. It is inspiring to be around all the young people who are there studying, too. The accommodations are basic but clean and the 15 minute walk to and from the dining area is truly a bonus! Just be sure to have your raincoat or an umbrella at all times. At night fireflies and the orange lights of flying beetles will help light your way. Magical! The food was a complete surprise. The chef is supremely talented and the meals were varied, nutritious and simply delicious. They serve you buffet style so you can request the appropriate portion for your need. Everything is ecologically sound. It is a hot and humid place but the showers are excellent and I just imagined standing under a cool waterfall before bedtime! With the good fans over each bed it is possible to sleep well. Excellent and inexpensive laundry service on sight. The boat trip down the Sarapiqui river is very nice, too. We saw many creatures…cayman, crocodiles, iguanas plus SO many birds.
Located in Sarapiquí, 23 miles from La Paz Waterfall, La Quinta Sarapiqui Lodge provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Shulamit
United States of America
the location, helpful stuff, fair price, all and all it was a good experience
Offering its guests an outdoor pool and an à la carte restaurant, Ara Ambigua Lodge is located in La Guaría, Costa Rica. The property has free breakfast included and Wi-Fi access.
Offering outdoor pool and a restaurant, Hacienda La Isla Lodge is located in Sarapiquí, 75 minutes’ drive from Alajuela in Costa Rica.
Stephanie
United States of America
The location was fabulous. Garden paths through the property a big extra. Both dinner and breakfast were delicious and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed meeting the owner of the property. Would definitely stay here again.
This lodge is set in the Tirimbina Nature Reserve and 1.2 mi from De la Virgen Park. It features free Wi-Fi, an extensive garden and a furnished terrace.
Robin
United States of America
The wildlife to be seen on the grounds is still top notch - birds, sloths, frogs, monkeys all in residence. The bridge is quite the experience to cross with a decent amount of trails on the other side. We enjoyed the chocolate tour and guide was very good identifying wildlife along the way. Guarded parking lot was nice to have.
With La Selva Biological Station reachable in 1.6 miles, Gran Gavilán del Sarapiquí Lodge provides accommodations, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a terrace.
Mary
United States of America
Breakfast was very good with fresh fruit and juice. It was served when we were ready and had eggs and rice for protein. Staff was very nice and accommodating. Grounds were beautiful, and had a great variety of colorful birds, which is why we chose this hotel.
The grounds were very nice with lots of birds, the room was...
The grounds were very nice with lots of birds, the room was clean but basic with good Air Con, it could do with re decorating and the bed was a bit firm, the staff were very friendly and the breakfast was nice, we had one evening meal which was fine
micky42g
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Sarapiqui is a busy town, the commercial hub for the local...
Sarapiqui is a busy town, the commercial hub for the local area. We really enjoyed an excellent river trip, the guide was knowledgable and entertaining. We stayed at nearby Selva Verde using our own Hire Car to get around, driving is easy enough although this is a major highway
Jeremy
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
A stunning adventure with lots of memories.
A stunning adventure with lots of memories. Woke up to howler monkeys chatting in the treetops above my cabin. Great hikes, beautiful views.
Guides are super knowledgeable and enthusiastic to be there.
Something that's extra great? The employees--the guides, the cooks, etc.--all seem genuinely happy. It's clear that they're well taken care of and appreciated!
Courtney
10
Scored 10
While there are many Adventure tours available, we opted for...
While there are many Adventure tours available, we opted for the birding activities. We took one guided tour at Tirimbina and one at La Selva. Both provided unique species and I highly recommend taking the extra time to also go to La Selva. Air Conditioning is highly recommended to help you stay comfortable after a day in the heat and humidity, which the region is known for.
Phillip
8.0
Scored 8.0
We visited Sarapiquí in 2010 and we wanted to return.
We visited Sarapiquí in 2010 and we wanted to return. What we have found (in a period of 10 years), has been a significant increase of tourism and the expansion of the urban areas in the town. Now, there are more people living in Sarapiquí.
Felipe
United States of America
8.0
Scored 8.0
People were very friendly .
People were very friendly . Not much English speaking but we got by. We got out into the country with locals and really had a good time. A jungle tour is a must as it is still a lot of raw areas left. Great bird watching. It is not as hot as the beach areas and roads and driving is quite nerve wracking at times.
Amazing and immersive rainforest experience. The forest itself is the true star of the show. The diversity of wildlife is outstanding. It was so special to have the researchers for the guides (you get a free morning tour if you stay there and we paid for a night tour). We saw and learned so much. we stayed for two nights with full board and loved every moment.
Its not a hotel and we really enjoyed that it was something different. We embraced it as a place for learning and enjoyed that everyone was there for the same reason.
This place was so beautiful! When we arrived they had fruit "cocktail" drinks for us that were delicious! (and free!)... The staff made us feel like celebrities. The place is gorgeous with Bambu walkways above the ground. You almost feel like you're in a tree house. The staff was super prompt and helpful. The free breakfast was freshly prepared and also delicious. We wished we had booked more nights here!
This was only 20 minutes from the sarapiqui Outdoor Center where we had an amazing time rafting!
Five stars for this beautiful, remote, nature lovers’ paradise nestled next to Braulio GC Carillo National Park near Sarapiquì River. Staff are very friendly, knowledgeable about ecology & passionate about environmental conservation and forest regeneration. Lodgings and food simple, picturesque & wholesome. Daily night walks magical and teeming with life.
A nice lodge with very spacious but scarcely furnished rooms. The walking trails are nice and give you a first glimpse into a tropical forest. The food in the restaurant was good. We chose the hotel for its proximity to La Selva Research Station. The location is pleasant and quiet. We would stay here again.
Hotel was exactly as described . An oasis in the rainforest. However what made our stay was the prompt help from staff when i twisted my ankle and they arranged for a doctor. There’s nothing more telling about a place than how they deal with things going wrong. So grateful for every they did .
The Grand Gavilán Lodge is beautifully situated at die Sarapiqui River. It has it's own little jungle with nice trails through it.
The people there were very friendly and helpful.
The clean Swimmingpool was nice although some plants around it still need to grow ...
It's very atypical. The houses in the shape of large huts are very nice and the vegetation is very present all around. The infinity pool is very beautiful. But what we really liked was the location. Tirimbina Park is accessible from the hotel. Awesome.
Mostly the birds, which is what we were in the area for, but didn't expect so many at the hotel. We had several bird photo opportunities there. Gardens everywhere. Also enjoyed the pool. Nice place with modern facilities. Even has a decent gift shop.
Wendy and her family were fantastic hosts. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend Sarapiqui 2 to other travellers. Waking up to the sound of Howler Monkeys is something that we will never forget!
Great Location for the Parks. The hotel was well put together taking everything into condsideartion. Good swimming pool. Great Breakfast. Great for birdwatching. We liked it so much we extended our stay.
The bed was very comfortable and the staff were helpful and friendly.
We enjoyed the trails though not many birds to be seen.
There is a pool you can use at next hotel for $5.00 USD per,person.
Their private access to the jungle is amazing !! We saw so many animals here - monkeys, frogs, snakes and a lot of birds! And the hotel itself is also beautiful! Would definitely go here again!
The hotel is set in beautiful grounds which includes a 2 mile walk through the forest. The pool area is lovely . The food was very good. The room was spacious and had nice decor.
Beautiful hotel. It was a great place to relax. We walked to the cascades (one was guided) and they are splendid. The food was good and staff was friendly.
We have more than 70 million property reviews, all from real, verified guests.
How does it work?
1
It starts with a booking
It starts with a booking
The only way to leave a review is to first make a booking. That's how we know our reviews come from real guests who have stayed at the property.
2
Followed by a trip
Followed by a trip
When guests stay at the property, they check out how quiet the room is, how friendly the staff is, and more.
3
And finally, a review
And finally, a review
After their trip, guests tell us about their stay. We check for naughty words and verify the authenticity of all guest reviews before adding them to our site.
If you booked through us and want to leave a review, please sign in first.