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El Silencio Lodge and Spa

4-star property
Bajos de Toro Amarillo, Toro Amarillo, Alajuela 1-855-201-7819
5.0 out of 5
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"The setting is breathtakingly beautiful! Every effort is taken to allow guests to enjoy their stay while preserving the delicate balance of the ecosys ... " More

By a verified traveler on Fri 04 Jun 2021

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Hotel Description

4-star boutique hotel with free breakfast

Close to the boardwalk/promenade

Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find Poás Volcano National Park and Juan Castro Blanco National Park. Catarata del Toro is within 6 miles (10 km) and Butterfly Farm is within 9 miles (15 km).

Renovated in 2019

A full-service spa, a gym, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Relax with a drink at the bar/lounge and enjoy free perks like cooked-to-order breakfast and valet parking. Free self parking, a coffee shop, and free WiFi in public areas are also offered.

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Mountain View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
$567* Per night/room May 1 - May 2

2 Bedroom Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Mountain View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, River View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Mountain View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

El Silencio Lodge and Spa ratings based on 5 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
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Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for El Silencio Lodge and Spa

Everyone (1) Family (3)
5 out of 5
Loved it.

Posted by , from Conroe on Mar 9, 2024

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5 out of 5
The setting is breathtakingly beautiful! Every effort is taken to allow guests to enjoy their stay while preserving the delicate balance of the ecosystem. The staff treated us like royalty. We will treasure our memories of time spent here.

Posted by on Jun 4, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 9, 2021 by Guest Relations -El Silencio Lodge & Spa

Breathtaking experiences is exactly what we aim to offer our guests. We craft our hospitality with caring details to let your soul fully enjoy the spectacular natural surroundings. Please return very soon!

5 out of 5
Ecofriendly and all about sustainable living! I really enjoy this property and everything it has to offer. There are many green options and the location is beautiful and the rooms astonishing.

Posted by on Mar 9, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 11, 2019 by Will

Thank you very much for your nice comments I hope you had great vacations in Costa Rica Kind Regards William

5 out of 5
Superb service. We enjoyed everything there. It is the best

Posted by on Aug 3, 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

Aug 3, 2018 by Will

Thank you very much, we are so happy you had a good time with us !!! Kind Regards William

5 out of 5

Perfect! One word to sum up our feeling about El Silencio.

Pros: Quiet, Free breakfast, secluded, eco friendly resort
We just returned from a 3 night stay which was part of the "Amigas in Costa Rica" package. El Silencio is not "just another upscale hotel or lodge", it is truly unique. Immersing ourselves in this location, literally we could feel ourselves unwind and relax from the moment we stepped out of the car. From the first greeting by the friendly and accommodating staff, we were made to feel like this was our home. It was such a remote and peaceful location there were many times that we felt like we were the only two people there. There was a good balance of activites/tours and relaxation time. The food selections are healthy and delicious, the dining area spectacular and we appreciated having the organic gardens and trout pond accessible to walk to. The cultural experience was a highlight of our stay, the local people made us feel like family. Being here has by far been the best vacation experience we have had. We are rejuvenated from being surrounded by the beauty of the cloud forest, hiking trails leading to mesmerizing waterfalls, meditative gardens and having all of it right outside our door. The bungalow we had was up on the hill & offered privacy, was beautifully appointed and extremely comfortable, especially the bed with luxurious linens. The views from the bed watching the clouds roll in over the mountaintop in late afternoon was breathtaking; ahhhh...speechless. Having the private hot tub on the deck was wonderful, soothing on the cool late afternoons & nights. The spa is in a tranquil spot away from the main building and offers calm serenity with a babbling brook and a yoga deck. We would highly recommend a spa treatment and yoga class, both were glorious.

Posted by , from Massachusetts on Feb 18, 2013

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Comment from Hotel Management

Dec 1, 2016 by Maria

Wow! It's been a while since your visit. We love to re-read previous guest feedback to give us a better idea as to how our hospitality has progressed over the years. Thanks so much for your wonderful comments. We have many new exciting facilities and experiences. Please do return soon!

About the El Silencio Lodge and Spa

Location Bajos de Toro Amarillo, Toro Amarillo, Alajuela

Property Features

El Silencio Lodge and Spa offers its guests a full-service spa and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 646 square feet (60 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the boutique El Silencio Lodge and Spa. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking and valet parking are free. A complete renovation of El Silencio Lodge and Spa was completed in January 2019. This 4-star Toro Amarillo hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 646 sq ft of conference space
  • 60 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2008
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free valet parking and self parking

Room Amenities

El Silencio Lodge and Spa offers 24 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature outdoor private spa tubs and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 48-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

  • Private outdoor spa tub
  • Private balcony or patio (furnished)
  • Pillowtop beds
  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Private outdoor space
  • LCD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Egyptian cotton linens
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down blanket
  • Shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Massage in room (surcharge)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Blackout drapes
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Heating
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available

Food & Drink

Guests are served free cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Las Ventanas - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.

Toro Bohemio Bar - This rooftop bar serves light fare only. Open daily.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Ziplining on site
  • Ecotours on site
  • Fishing on site
  • Hiking/biking trails on site
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Horse riding/rental on site
  • Archery on site
  • Mountain biking on site
  • Yoga classes/instruction on site

Spa Services

The onsite spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

  • Number of treatment rooms 3
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Facial treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Hot stone massage
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Swedish massage
  • Detoxification wrap
  • Massages

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Guests must transfer via required shuttle to the property. Guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking. This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

To get to the property, guests need to transfer by required shuttle. Transfers need to be confirmed by contacting the property at least 48 hours before travel at the number on the booking confirmation. El Silencio Lodge and Spa offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are not washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are not cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Security system
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Property follows sanitization practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 145 per vehicle
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • El Silencio Lodge Sarchi Norte
  • El Silencio Sarchi Norte
  • El Silencio Lodge Toro Amarillo
  • El Silencio Toro Amarillo

You should know

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Awards & Affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

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