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El Silencio Lodge and Spa

5.0 star property
Luxurious 5-star hotel with spa

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, garden views
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Bajos de Toro Amarillo, Sarchi Norte, Toro Amarillo, Alajuela
  • Place, Poás Volcano National Park
  • Place, Poas Volcano
  • Place, Catarata del Toro
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪80 min drive‬

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  • 1615 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 807 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Mountain View

  • 2691 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Queen Beds

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Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, River View | 20 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, River View

  • 2368 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 Bedroom Suite | 20 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

2 Bedroom Suite

  • 1615 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Toro Amarillo

Close to the boardwalk/promenade.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find Juan Castro Blanco National Park and Catarata del Toro. Butterfly Farm is within 9 miles (15 km) and Parque Francisco Alvarado Segura is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Catarata del Toro - 18 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Juan Castro Blanco National Park - 20 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Laguna Río Cuarto - 55 min drive - 19.1 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafetería Souvenir Volcán Poás - ‬83 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Zarcero - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Quelites Restaurante - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪La Terraza del Café de Logan - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Típico Toro Amarillo - ‬4 min drive

About this property

El Silencio Lodge and Spa

Luxurious 5-star hotel with spa
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 gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury El Silencio Lodge and Spa. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking and valet parking are free.

This 5-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)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • 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
El Silencio Lodge and Spa offers 24 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature outdoor private hot 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.

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.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes
  • Ziplining

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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.

You need to know

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 smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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.

We should mention

  • 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.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is El Silencio Lodge and Spa to the airport?

El Silencio Lodge and Spa is 29.6 mi (81-min drive) away from the Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at El Silencio Lodge and Spa?

As of Sep 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Silencio Lodge and Spa on Sep 29, 2025 start from $349.2, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does El Silencio Lodge and Spa have an airport shuttle?

El Silencio Lodge and Spa offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 145 per vehicle.

Does El Silencio Lodge and Spa offer free breakfast?

El Silencio Lodge and Spa offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at El Silencio Lodge and Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at El Silencio Lodge and Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at El Silencio Lodge and Spa?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does El Silencio Lodge and Spa have a pool?

El Silencio Lodge and Spa does not have a pool.

Does El Silencio Lodge and Spa have a restaurant?

El Silencio Lodge and Spa is home to Las Ventanas, which features international cuisine, garden views, and al fresco dining.

Does El Silencio Lodge and Spa have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, and body treatments.

How close is El Silencio Lodge and Spa to downtown Toro Amarillo?

El Silencio Lodge and Spa is 2.1 mi away from Toro Amarillo.