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El Silencio Lodge & Spa
- 5 nights from
£2,045 PP
inc flights - 7 nights from
£2,620 PP
inc flights - 10 nights from
£3,485 PP
inc flights - *Price based on
2 people sharing
- Stay in the heart of Costa Rica’s remote cloud forest
- Enjoy a choice of suites and villas with private heated whirlpools
- Discover Costa Rican cuisine made with organic farm-to-table ingredients
Discover exceptional privacy and pampering embodied in the range of suites and villas. All accommodation types feature a terrace with a heated whirlpool and uninterrupted nature views. Dining is an experiential affair where international influences infuse Costa Rican gastronomy. Wellness is instilled in the Esencia Spa which invites you to leave the outside world behind.
- Stay in the heart of Costa Rica’s remote cloud forest
- Enjoy a choice of suites and villas with private heated whirlpools
- Discover Costa Rican cuisine made with organic farm-to-table ingredients
El Silencio Lodge & Spa by Relais & Chateau is a luxury eco-lodge where wellness, nature and fine dining meet. A perfect retreat for couples and families with a taste for adventure, the hotel offers a tranquil escape on a private 500-acre cloud forest reserve.
Discover exceptional privacy and pampering embodied in the range of suites and villas. All accommodation types feature a terrace with a heated whirlpool and uninterrupted nature views. Dining is an experiential affair where international influences infuse Costa Rican gastronomy. Wellness is instilled in the Esencia Spa which invites you to leave the outside world behind.
- Stay in the heart of Costa Rica’s remote cloud forest
- Enjoy a choice of suites and villas with private heated whirlpools
- Discover Costa Rican cuisine made with organic farm-to-table ingredients
El Silencio Lodge & Spa by Relais & Chateau is a luxury eco-lodge where wellness, nature and fine dining meet. A perfect retreat for couples and families with a taste for adventure, the hotel offers a tranquil escape on a private 500-acre cloud forest reserve.
Discover exceptional privacy and pampering embodied in the range of suites and villas. All accommodation types feature a terrace with a heated whirlpool and uninterrupted nature views. Dining is an experiential affair where international influences infuse Costa Rican gastronomy. Wellness is instilled in the Esencia Spa which invites you to leave the outside world behind.
Facilities
- Spa
- Bar
- Library
- Room Service
- Restaurant
- Gardens
- Free WiFi
- Private Hot Tubs
- Laundry
- Board Basis: Bed & Breakfast
- The human touch
- Complete concierge service
- 24/7 out of hours contact
Room Types
Room Types
El Silencio is a jungle retreat offering suites and villas with privacy and breath-taking views. Each features sustainably sourced wooden furnishings, ornamental bamboo, large terraces with handcrafted deckchairs, heated whirlpools, and cloud-soft mattresses for perfect relaxation day and night.
Check in to your own private oasis. The suite has floor-to-ceiling windows which leads out onto a large terrace offering mountain or forest views. Spend a relaxing evening in your private heated jacuzzi before tumbling into a cosy bed.
- Size : 786 ft2
- View : Mountain View
- Size : 786 ft2
- View : Mountain View
to start planning your trip
This Two-Bedroom Suite is ideal for families and friend groups. It features a master bedroom and ensuite as well as a second bedroom with two double beds. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors beckon you out onto the terrace where a heated whirlpool awaits.
- Size : 1055 ft2
- View : Mountain View
- Size : 1055 ft2
- View : Mountain View
to start planning your trip
Welcome to your home away from home. This villa sleeps up to seven people and has a kitchenette, dining area and living room with a fireplace for cosy evenings in. You’ll also find two heated Jacuzzis for everyone to enjoy.
- Size : 1905 ft2
- View : River Views
- Size : 1905 ft2
- View : River Views
to start planning your trip
Location
Location
One of the most secluded hotels in Costa Rica, El Silencio Lodge & Spa is located deep in the misty cloud forest an hour away from San Jose. It’s tucked between Juan Castro Blanco and Poas Volcano National Parks within Bajo del Toro, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Surrounded by lush valleys and mountains, the hotel is a nature lover’s dream. Popular excursions nearby include Del Toro Waterfall and Las Gemelas Waterfall. The famous Arenal Volcano and hot springs are about two hours away by car.
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Approximate flight times: 11-hours from London -
How to get there: 1 hour by car from Juan Santamaría International Airport -
Time Difference: UTC -6
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- 24/7 out of hours contact
Dining
Dining
El Silencio has one restaurant and a private dining experience that celebrate Costa Rican cuisine with an organic menu. Most ingredients are sourced from the hotel’s own mini farm, so dishes are seasonal and packed with flavour. While local gastronomy is a feature here, Executive Chef Robert Álvarez Pianto brings international influences from Peru, Italy and Spain to name a few. Wash your meal down with the hotel’s bespoke selection of craft cocktails and extensive wine list.
- Cuisine: Costa Rican and International
- Children's Menu: No
At Las Ventanas, savour Costa Rica’s culinary traditions with organic ingredients from the hotel's mini farm. Opt to have your breakfast, lunch, and dinner served in the dining room or al fresco with nature as your backdrop.
At Las Ventanas, savour Costa Rica’s culinary traditions with organic ingredients from the hotel's mini farm. Opt to have your breakfast, lunch, and dinner served in the dining room or al fresco with nature as your backdrop.
At Las Ventanas, savour Costa Rica’s culinary traditions with organic ingredients from the hotel's mini farm. Opt to have your breakfast, lunch, and dinner served in the dining room or al fresco with nature as your backdrop.
- Cuisine: Costa Rican and International
- Children's Menu: No
Surprise your partner with a private lunch overlooking the Gorrión River. This experience offers a romantic setting with a menu of signature dishes made with local ingredients. Enjoy a secluded meal as the soothing river sounds serenade you.
Surprise your partner with a private lunch overlooking the Gorrión River. This experience offers a romantic setting with a menu of signature dishes made with local ingredients. Enjoy a secluded meal as the soothing river sounds serenade you.
Surprise your partner with a private lunch overlooking the Gorrión River. This experience offers a romantic setting with a menu of signature dishes made with local ingredients. Enjoy a secluded meal as the soothing river sounds serenade you.
Leisure
Leisure
At El Silencio Lodge & Spa, choose adventure or relaxation. Enjoy eco tours, wine, rum, and cocktail tastings, or learn about Costa Rican coffee. Nestled in the cloud forest, the hotel offers nature lovers ample opportunities to explore local wildlife.
Costa Rica’s authentic nature and culture is right on the hotel’s doorstep. Head outside and spend the day chasing waterfalls, horseback riding and mountain biking. Meet the country’s legendary wildlife such as colourful birds, frogs and nocturnal butterflies. Have a family race at the adventure park or go fishing on the Gorrión River. Cultural experiences include cooking classes, rum tasting, coffee tasting, cocktail classes and oxcart painting. The hotel eco-concierge can help you book sustainable guided hikes and eco tours further afield too. Plus you can learn about the traditional way of life in Costa Rica’s rural communities.
Costa Rica’s authentic nature and culture is right on the hotel’s doorstep. Head outside and spend the day chasing waterfalls, horseback riding and mountain biking. Meet the country’s legendary wildlife such as colourful birds, frogs and nocturnal butterflies. Have a family race at the adventure park or go fishing on the Gorrión River. Cultural experiences include cooking classes, rum tasting, coffee tasting, cocktail classes and oxcart painting. The hotel eco-concierge can help you book sustainable guided hikes and eco tours further afield too. Plus you can learn about the traditional way of life in Costa Rica’s rural communities.
Costa Rica’s authentic nature and culture is right on the hotel’s doorstep. Head outside and spend the day chasing waterfalls, horseback riding and mountain biking. Meet the country’s legendary wildlife such as colourful birds, frogs and nocturnal butterflies. Have a family race at the adventure park or go fishing on the Gorrión River. Cultural experiences include cooking classes, rum tasting, coffee tasting, cocktail classes and oxcart painting. The hotel eco-concierge can help you book sustainable guided hikes and eco tours further afield too. Plus you can learn about the traditional way of life in Costa Rica’s rural communities.
After a busy day of adventure, Toro Bohemio Bar is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Sink into comfy sofas or take a craft cocktail to the terrace and watch warm lights dance on the tree trunks of the cloud forest. The sophisticated bar features polished wood and plush soft furnishings offers a cosmopolitan ambiance in the heart of the jungle. Discover local and classic cocktails, beer as well as an extensive wine list to toast the night. Guests also have an exclusive chance to sample El Silencio and La Gritona home-brews.
After a busy day of adventure, Toro Bohemio Bar is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Sink into comfy sofas or take a craft cocktail to the terrace and watch warm lights dance on the tree trunks of the cloud forest. The sophisticated bar features polished wood and plush soft furnishings offers a cosmopolitan ambiance in the heart of the jungle. Discover local and classic cocktails, beer as well as an extensive wine list to toast the night. Guests also have an exclusive chance to sample El Silencio and La Gritona home-brews.
After a busy day of adventure, Toro Bohemio Bar is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Sink into comfy sofas or take a craft cocktail to the terrace and watch warm lights dance on the tree trunks of the cloud forest. The sophisticated bar features polished wood and plush soft furnishings offers a cosmopolitan ambiance in the heart of the jungle. Discover local and classic cocktails, beer as well as an extensive wine list to toast the night. Guests also have an exclusive chance to sample El Silencio and La Gritona home-brews.
Feel yourself relax the moment you step into Esencia Spa. This wellness sanctuary harnesses the sounds of the jungle to invigorate and soothe. The menu includes a selection of massages, facials and treatments using the best natural Costa Rican ingredients to balance your mind and body. What’s more, the ingredients have been sourced from the hotel’s own organic greenhouse. Choose a specialist treatment personalised to your needs or enjoy the al fresco Yoga Deck among the trees. In-room treatments are available too.
Feel yourself relax the moment you step into Esencia Spa. This wellness sanctuary harnesses the sounds of the jungle to invigorate and soothe. The menu includes a selection of massages, facials and treatments using the best natural Costa Rican ingredients to balance your mind and body. What’s more, the ingredients have been sourced from the hotel’s own organic greenhouse. Choose a specialist treatment personalised to your needs or enjoy the al fresco Yoga Deck among the trees. In-room treatments are available too.
Feel yourself relax the moment you step into Esencia Spa. This wellness sanctuary harnesses the sounds of the jungle to invigorate and soothe. The menu includes a selection of massages, facials and treatments using the best natural Costa Rican ingredients to balance your mind and body. What’s more, the ingredients have been sourced from the hotel’s own organic greenhouse. Choose a specialist treatment personalised to your needs or enjoy the al fresco Yoga Deck among the trees. In-room treatments are available too.
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