El Silencio Lodge & Spa

From the moment we arrived, everything was exceptional. The atmosphere was warm, elegant, and relaxing — every detail perfectly thought out to make us feel welcome and cared for. The entire team went above and beyond to make our stay unforgettable. Rudy, Carlos, Victoria, and Gabriela — you were all absolutely amazing. Each one of you made us feel genuinely valued, and your kindness and professionalism truly set this place apart. The rooms were beautiful and spotless, the spa treatments heavenly, and the food simply outstanding — fresh, flavorful, and served with such attention to detail. It’s rare to find a place where every person you meet feels invested in your happiness, but this hotel and spa truly has that spirit. We left feeling completely recharged and grateful for such an extraordinary experience. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Thank you all for making our stay so special — we can’t wait to return.

Amazing service, most beautiful views, kind people who are always willing to serve you wholeheartedly at the slightest opportunity... the list is endless

Outstanding! Great accommodations and surroundings! Easy walk around. Very well kept gardens ! Exceptional service

I went to El Silencio Lodge & Spa on a solo trip in September to recharge my mind, body and spirit. I had the most magical time at El Silencio Lodge — truly a soul-expanding experience. Every single staff member was beyond lovely and so genuinely proud of this region of Costa Rica and El Silencio Lodge & Spa. You can feel their heart in everything they do, and their knowledge of the land and traditions made my stay unforgettable. 🌿 Andres led me on a birdwatching excursion where we spotted over 20 species — such a top-notch, joyful guide. 💧 Kenteth took me on the Blue Waterfalls & Mystic Hike, sharing wisdom that made the entire experience come alive. ✨ Katarina guided me through a waterfalls hike that felt like a divinely spiritual journey — her kindness will stay in my heart forever. 🎨 Ronald taught me the sacred tradition of oxcart painting with so much passion and love. ☕️ Luis guided me through an incredible coffee tasting — I had no idea how deep the history and culture of coffee runs until that moment. 🤝 Kevin was amazing from the very start — arranging my transportation and scheduling everything so seamlessly. And truly, so many others contributed to making my stay extraordinary — I wish I had written down every single name. The entire team at El Silencio embodies hospitality, knowledge, and heart in a way that I’ll never forget.

Real gem for those who like something a little different than a standard hotel. Each unit is a standalone building with 2 queen beds, spacious bathroom, covered porch with table and chairs. While the furnishings might be a bit dated (walls were a dark wood (let’s call it shiplap!) and mattress pretty hard), the extra windows in each unit and easy walk to pool and hot springs were worth the trade off. Even had a small farm you can visit to see them milk cows and collect eggs. Hours of restaurant, bar, and hot springs were long even in off season so we used all of the facilities many times per day. Short uber ride to town when you wanted to step out a bit.