El Silencio Lodge & Spa, Bajos del Toro, Costa Rica - Explore & Book

"Along a winding road, deep in a cloudforest reserve, El Silencio is a very special place indeed. Step into your Suite or Villa, poised high on jungled hillside, and find chic design and elegant comfort. Out here, you're completely immersed in nature - stepping onto your balcony or lying back in your private hot tub, it's just you and the wide sky, lush forest and birds calling. The genius of El Silencio is in combining sophistication and wilderness, in harmony. Everything has been carefully considered: from the fine organic food, to the warm, personalised attention from the charming staff. The spa is one of Costa Rica’s finest, with its conical treatment room and beautiful yoga space open to the jungle - exemplifying El Silencio's attitude that nothing here should detract from the natural world. Sustainability is the guiding principle. Use El Silencio as a base for the nearby wonders of the Poás Volcano and Arenal volcanoes and Tabacón hot springs, then return to peace and pampering. Highs Magnificent valley setting with dramatic views; lie in bed and look out onto cloud forest A serious alternative to the famous Monteverde cloudforest - you'll have this forest to yourselves, see many of the same wildlife species, and it's just 90 minutes' drive from San Jose Suites and Villas are impeccably elegant and sophisticated, but the guiding design principle is contact with nature You're welcomed by locals, trained to the highest standards, combining natural Costa Rican warmth with professionalism Luxuries abound: expect private hot tubs on the balconies and luxury toiletries, plus top-notch spa treatments Imaginative cuisine created from home-grown organic ingredients Lows It's a secluded location, so if you’re looking for nightlife – El Silencio isn’t for you There are cheaper ways to experience the cloudforest, but for total immersion in nature, this stay can't be beat" - Christabelle Dilks