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El Silencio
Lodge & Spa

 

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ABOUT El Silencio Lodge & Spa - in their own words:

El Silencio Lodge & Spa is a planet-friendly sanctuary for soft adventure and inspired wellness.  Ideal for nature enthusiasts who wish to enjoy an intensely uplifting experience.  

Silencio, Spanish for silence, is befitting of a destination where daily stress hushes and the sounds of nature bloom.  A mystical cloud forest, crisp mountain air, hidden waterfalls, a healthy menu, spa, yoga, and premium amenities offer an ideal retreat in Costa Rica’s pristine central volcanic region.  

A 500-acre private tropical cloud forest reserve, hidden waterfalls, premium suites, a full-service Spa, and tantalizing local flavors will inspire pure relaxation.

CONCEPT

Set between two national parks, El Silencio offers a unique natural immersion experience with an underlying wellness theme.  It is the first high-end boutique hotel set in the Central Volcanic Region of Costa Rica.  Emphasis is placed on escaping daily stress without disturbance. No internet access, no in-room television sets.

 

AT A GLANCE:

Inauguration

2008

Location

Bajos del Toro, Alajuela, COSTA RICA

Private Forest Reserve

500 acres with 3.2 miles of hiking trails

Accommodations

16 Luxury Suites

 

Private Outdoor Whirlpool and Viewing Deck

 

Marble Floor Bathrooms

 

Gas Fireplace

 

L’Occitane en Provence personal care products

 

Premium Bedding

Dining

1 Features healthy organic gourmet meals

Esencia Spa

3 treatment rooms

Yoga

Al fresco yoga platform deck

Conference Room

Catered services available.  Up to 30 people, classroom setting.

Children

Minimum age: 8 years old

Style

Contextual Tropical Contemporary

ACCOMODATIONS
All accommodations enjoy spectacular cloud forest views, a modern architectural style, warm ambiance, and privacy. 

Standard features include:

  • L'Occitane en Provence personal care products
  • premium bedding
  • viewing deck with rocking chairs
  • hair dryer
  • complimentary mini-bar
  • coffee maker
  • safety deposit boc
  • private outdoor whirlpool

FACILITIES

DINING
El Silencio’s restaurant fuses Costa Rican traditions with inspired flare and a savory international twist.  Many ingredients are actually grown on the premises in our own organic garden!  Vegetarian options, free-range chicken, and local fish are the main staple.  For guests who wish to include red-meat in their diet, complimentary vouchers for local dining are issued.  Three daily a-la-carte meals are included in the lodging rate. 

Cozy elegance is complemented by the panoramic windows that offer breathtaking views of the surrounding forest.

ESENCIA SPA
Esencia Spa features flowing water, whispering breeze, nourishing earth, and the primal flicker of candles and torches.   Pampering ambiances include the Conical Room, a singular structure with an apex that channels the energy of the surrounding forest. 

YOGA PLATFORM
El Silencio’s al fresco yoga deck is shrouded in thick vegetation and trimmed by a gently flowing creek.

HIKING TRAILS & WATERFALLS
3.2 miles of easy to moderate trails meander past a pristine creek and hidden waterfalls.

CONFERENCE ROOM
Adjacent to the restaurant’s coffee lounge.  Features a 42” LCD screen and DVD player.  May be catered and can accommodate up to 30 participants (classroom setting).

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES

  • Poas Volcano
  • Arenal Volcano & Hot Springs
  • Sarchi Arts & Crafts
  • Sarapiqui River Rafting
  • Canopy Zip Line
  • Horseback Riding
  • Mountain biking