HOTEL SUMMARY
Where Costa Rica's pristine cloud forest meets refined luxury hospitality, El Silencio Lodge & Spa + Bajos del Toro emerges as the country's first Relais & Châteaux property, commanding a 500-acre private reserve surrounded by five protected wildlife areas. This mountain sanctuary redefines luxury as a transformative experience where panoramic windows frame cascading waterfalls and mist-shrouded canopies.
Founded as Costa Rica's pioneering luxury eco-lodge, El Silencio established new standards for sustainable hospitality in Central America. The property's integration into the cloud forest ecosystem reflects a design philosophy that honors nature while delivering uncompromising comfort. As a distinguished Relais & Châteaux member, this Bajos del Toro luxury hotel has earned recognition for setting benchmarks in eco-conscious luxury, attracting discerning travelers seeking authentic connection with Costa Rica's biodiversity.
Twenty-four thoughtfully appointed accommodations include 16 suites and eight villas, each featuring private outdoor whirlpools and expansive wooden decks overlooking the forest canopy. The suites offer convenient main lodge access with in-room Wi-Fi, while villas provide ultimate seclusion with television amenities and enhanced privacy. Every accommodation showcases panoramic windows, pillowtop beds dressed in Egyptian cotton, and private balconies where guests can witness the cloud forest's daily transformation. The rustic-elegant design incorporates natural materials and open-plan layouts that invite the wilderness indoors.
Las Ventanas Restaurant exemplifies the property's farm-to-table philosophy, serving international cuisine crafted from organic local ingredients while offering breathtaking mountain forest vistas. The holistic spa center provides nature-inspired treatments, yoga, and meditation sessions designed for restoration and renewal. Adventure enthusiasts can explore four private waterfalls via complimentary hiking trails, experience the on-site Adventure Park with canopy ziplines and waterfall rappelling, or discover the enchanting Hummingbird Garden. The eco-concierge curates bespoke experiences ranging from cultural immersion in nearby Bajos del Toro village to excursions to Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna hot springs.
This 5-star hotel Bajos del Toro represents the pinnacle of conscious luxury, where every detail—from hot water bottles tucked into beds during dinner to personalized adventure itineraries—reflects Costa Rican hospitality at its finest. For the ultimate cloud forest experience, book suite accommodations during weekdays for enhanced tranquility, and plan arrival during daylight hours to fully appreciate the scenic mountain approach to this extraordinary sanctuary.