Luxury HotelsDirectoryBeach ResortsBoutiqueParisLondonNew YorkTokyoLuxury HotelsDirectoryBeach ResortsBoutiqueParisLondonNew YorkTokyoEl Silencio is situated in Costa Rica's central highlands cloud forest, in Bajos del Toro, Toro Amarillo, Alajuela Province. The lodge sits on private grounds with three miles of exclusive hiking trails along the Gorrión River, leading to three private waterfalls, and offers cultural connections with local community members.
Check availability Official websiteThe property occupies a cloudforest valley in the central highlands of Costa Rica, near Bajos del Toro in Alajuela Province. The natural landscape features lush vegetation emerging from clouds, with the cloud forest providing the primary visual and environmental character of the setting. Sliding glass doors in accommodations frame views of this vegetation and the mountainous terrain.
The property provides access to three miles of hiking trails along the Gorrión River, exclusive to hotel guests. These trails lead to three private waterfalls: La Melodía, El Silencio, and La Promesa. The off-the-beaten-path designation emphasizes seclusion and the property's commitment to providing natural exploration opportunities within its private grounds.
Beyond hiking, the property's location supports activities including horseback riding, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, and birdwatching. The Gorrión River and surrounding highlands environment enable these pursuits. Zip lines and rappelling opportunities are also available, leveraging the cloud forest topography. Mountain biking is available for cycling exploration.
The property facilitates cultural immersion experiences with local community members. Guests can work with Doña Olga, a local tortilla maker from Bajos del Toro, participate in coffee tasting classes with local barista and roaster Josué, and go horseback riding with Don Johnny, described as the hotel's oldest team member. These connections are designed to transcend language and cultural barriers, providing direct engagement with local knowledge and traditions.
The lodge is in Bajos del Toro, Toro Amarillo, in the Alajuela Province of Costa Rica's central highlands, within the cloud forest region.
El Silencio is situated in a cloudforest valley, characterized by lush vegetation, mountains, and clouds. The Gorrión River runs through the property's grounds.
Yes, three private waterfalls are accessible via the property's hiking trails: La Melodía, El Silencio, and La Promesa. Access is exclusive to hotel guests.
The property offers three miles of hiking trails along the Gorrión River, designed for guests seeking nature-based exploration and physical activity.
Yes, the lodge offers cultural immersion experiences where guests can meet local community members including Doña Olga (tortilla maker), Josué (barista and coffee roaster), and Don Johnny (horseback riding guide and long-time staff member).
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