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El Silencio Lodge and Spa Costa Rica

65 kilometers, Bajos del Toro, Provincia de Alajuela, 20101, CR · Toro Amarillo, Costa Rica

  • RecommendedForbes Travel Guide19 Aug 2026

Best for

  • wellness
  • adventure
  • couples
  • long stays

About El Silencio Lodge and Spa Costa Rica

El Silencio Lodge and Spa is set in Toro Amarillo, Costa Rica, and is recognised as an EMPTYJET Recommend property. The lodge features Las Ventanas Restaurant, offering a fusion of Costa Rican, Peruvian, and Mediterranean cuisine, as well as private dining at Rancho Orquideas and pastries at Sophia's Coffee. Guests can enjoy signature cocktails at Toro Bohemio Bar and unwind at Esencia Spa, which provides massages, signature treatments, and alternative therapies. Additional amenities include a wellness programme at Samana Wellness Center, horseback riding, over 2 km of scenic hiking trails, and mountain biking.

The property is a member of Relais & Châteaux and has been awarded the Forbes Travel Guide Recommended rating for 2026. It is also noted for its eco-friendly approach and tranquil mountain setting.

Why it stands out

El Silencio Lodge and Spa is listed for its EMPTYJET Recommend tier, Forbes Travel Guide Recommended 2026 rating, and Relais & Châteaux membership. Its location in Bajos del Toro, Costa Rica, and strong wellness and dining offerings make it notable for travellers seeking nature, culinary variety, and relaxation.

Key facts

Type
Mountain, Wellness, Romantic, Remote

Amenities

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Activities

  • Horse riding — evidence: enjoy a more tranquil experience with horseback riding
  • Hiking — evidence: over 2 km of scenic trails
  • Cycling — evidence: Mountain Bike Use

Dining

  • Multiple restaurants — Las Ventanas Restaurant; Rancho Orquideas Private Dining; Sophia's Coffee & Gourmet Pastries
  • Bar — Toro Bohemio Bar crafts signature cocktails inspired by the surrounding forest

Wellness

  • Spa — At Esencia Spa, immerse yourself in soothing massages, signature treatments, and alternative therapies
  • Wellness programme — evidence: Samana Wellness Center complements this experience with yoga, meditation, and personalized wellness retreats

Dining

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Restaurant
Las Ventanas Restaurant — fusion of Costa Rican, Peruvian, and Mediterranean
Restaurant
Rancho Orquideas Private Dining
Restaurant
Sophia's Coffee & Gourmet Pastries
Bar
Toro Bohemio Bar

Spa & wellness

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Spa
Esencia Spa — soothing massages, signature treatments, and alternative therapies

Awards & affiliations

  • Forbes Travel GuideRecommended2026

Location

10.2044, -84.3055
Sources+
  • EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed4 fields
  • Official hotel websiteOfficial12 fields

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