Highlights

  • Stay deep within a 500-acre private cloud forest reserve
  • Try delicious Costa Rican cuisine made with fresh, local ingredients
  • Indulge in massages, body wraps and yoga classes at the Esencia Spa
  • Try your hand at one of many available excursions, including white water rafting
  • Attune to the night’s unique sounds and scents with a night walk in search of nocturnal creatures

Located on a 500-acre private cloud forest reserve near Poas Volcano, in the Bajos del Toro valley, El Silencio Lodge & Spa offers a tranquil escape surrounded by lush nature. Its luxurious suites, featuring private decks and outdoor hot tubs, provide breathtaking views of the surrounding rainforest. The on-site spa offers a variety of rejuvenating treatments, while the two restaurants serve delicious local cuisine. With a range of activities from hiking and zip lining to birdwatching and coffee tours, El Silencio Lodge & Spa is the perfect destination for those seeking a peaceful and unforgettable experience in Costa Rica.


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Situated at the edge of a rainforest, its wood-clad suites seamlessly blend with the tropical surroundings while maintaining a refined elegance through canopied ceilings, bamboo reeds and floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open onto a private decking area and outdoor hot tub. These suites are designed with tiered layouts to provide the best possible views of the cloud forest.

Relax and rejuvenate at the Esencia spa, which offers a variety of treatments including massages, body wraps and an outdoor yoga deck. Indulge in one of the two on-site restaurants, both of which feature local organic ingredients, from free-range chicken to trout caught in the property's ponds. Las Ventanas boasts floor-to-ceiling windows that offer stunning forest views as you enjoy dishes like Chimichurri beef loin, tamarind pork and mushroom ceviche. Hierbaueuna provides a more casual dining experience, offering family-friendly dishes. For a truly unforgettable culinary experience, enjoy a wine and food pairing or a farm-to-table dinner in the forest lit by torches. Romantic lunches can be enjoyed on a private deck overlooking the roaring Gorrion river.

During the day, there's a wide range of activities to choose from, including scenic walks through the Hummingbird Garden and more thrilling adventures such as zip-lining through the forest canopy or rappelling down the numerous waterfalls. At dawn, you can spot hummingbirds, black guans and the seasonal but striking quetzal. Immerse yourself in Costa Rica's coffee culture by learning about the planting and brewing process. For a more adventurous excursion, hike down to the base of a 400-foot waterfall that flows into an extinct volcanic crater.

 

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