El Silencio Lodge & Spa, Bajos Del Toro

El Silencio Lodge & Spa is an intensely tranquil eco-retreat tucked between Poas Volcano and Juan Castro Blanco National Park just north of the charming town of Sarchi. El Silencio is all about sheer relaxation for body and soul set amidst the lush vegetation and astounding natural wonders of the mystical Central Valley Cloud Forest region. The themes of El Silencio are environmental consciousness and giving back to the local community, and those values are clearly evident throughout the resort. Guests are welcomed by locals, trained to the highest standards, combining natural Costa Rican warmth with professionalism. All guests enjoy a Full American Plan including three delectably fresh and thoughtfully prepared a la carte meals each day with lots of healthy and vegetarian choices. El Silencio offers a blissfully remote and secluded escape to the heartland of Costa Rica.

Located 90 mins. from San Jose's Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) and just over 5 hours from the Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR) in Liberia, Guanacaste.
NOTE: Recommended arrival time is no later than 6:00pm. The remote location of the property can make nighttime arrival a bit challenging.

Brakfast Plan "PLUS" Included
Your El Silencio Lodge & Spa stay includes the following:

• Lodging in Deluxe Suite featuring a gas fireplace, premium bedding and Aroms para el Alma personal care products
• Personal Eco-Concierge per party
• Complimentary daily snacks (for example, afternoon hot chocolate with cookies delivered to your cabina)
• One Mystic Hiking guided tour per party
• All taxes and service charges

Personal Eco-Concierge
Each party is paired with an Eco-Concierge, a guide to local culture and natural surroundings. Eco-Concierges lead the courtesy Mystic Hike, the complimentary tree-planting activity, and help coordinate activities and day tours.

Activities in Area
Nearby attractions and adventures include Costa Rica travel favorites such as Poas Volcano, Sarchí arts and crafts, Arenal Volcano, horseback riding, river rafting, mountain biking and canopy zip-lining. on-site, the new Blue Pond Hike is fast becoming a guest favorite. The Eco-Concierges keep exploring the surrounding area to bring guests the most amazing regional natural features. Their latest discovery: blue ponds. Nearby creeks are painted by the high mineral content released by the magnificent Poas Volcano. Their sky-tinted waters flowing through smooth river boulders and moss covered stones create a truly mesmerizing landscape. Enjoy the sights or take a plunge in these dreamlike ponds!

Families with Children
This ultra serene resort is designed primarily for discriminating adults seeking to totally "unplug" in a one-of-a-kind environmentally responsible atmosphere. While children of all ages are welcome, the recommended minimum age is 8, especially those with a keen interest in nature. The resort 'enjoys' remote access to towns; however, the resort is ideal for nature enthusiasts who wish to enjoy an intensely uplifting experience. Cabinas can accommodate up to 2 adults and 2 children.

Awards & Accolades
Opened in December 2007. Owned and managed by Grupo Islita and the sister property of Hotel Punta Islita in Guanacaste.

• Conde Nast Traveler - One of the Year's Most Exciting Hotels - 2008
• Travel + Leisure - It List - 2008
• Conde Nast Johansen’s List 2009
• Member of Grupo Islita’s family of responsible destination hotels

Responsible Tourism
El Silencio Lodge & Spa fosters synergy among the hotel, its local neighbors, and surrounding ecosystem. Local purchasing and hiring policies and environmental stewardship set a healthy, welcoming, and authentic Costa Rica travel destination for visitors.Through its reforestation program, El Silencio Lodge & Spa has been designated as “Climate Change Friendly” by the Costa Rican Tropical Science Center, an environmental and scientific NGO. Beyond its carbon-neutral certification, El Silencio’s guests can enjoy a complimentary tree-planting activity and are given the opportunity to offset the CO2 generated by air travel or even a year’s worth of automobile use!

El Silencio Lodge & Spa is a non-smoking facility.