El Silencio Lodge & SpavsCabinas Jimenez
Both hotels are endorsed by writers. On balance, El Silencio Lodge & Spa scores slightly higher than Cabinas Jimenez. El Silencio Lodge & Spa ranks #23 in Costa Rica with recommendations from 6 publications like Travel + Leisure, Hideaway Report and Jetsetter.
El Silencio Lodge & Spa
Bajos del Toro, Costa Rica
From $357/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Condé Nast Traveler
"This eco-resort in "the thickest tropical cloud forest you can imagine" spreads across 500 acres." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Surrounded by the tranquility of a 500-acre jungle, you’ll salute the sun from the yoga deck, dine on delicious organic cuisine and soak in postcard-perfect panoramic views from all around the resort." Full review
Hideaway Report
92.0
"Eco-resort off the beaten track on a hilly site within a private 500-acre reserve connecting Poás Volcano and Juan Castro Blanco national parks." Full review
Jetsetter
"Luxe eco-sleep in a 500-acre cloud forest north of San Jose, with 15 hillside suites and a rainforest spa." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"El Silencio Lodge & Spa is an enchanting and sophisticated property operated by Grupo Islita." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"El Silencio—a serene retreat on 500 acres opened in 2008 by the owners of the nearby Hotel Punta Islita—presents an unusual level of luxury for the green-oriented adventurer. " Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The first Central American member of Relais & Châteaux, El Silencio is a luxury eco-lodge retreat for travellers seeking connection with nature." Full review
Frommer's
"This isolated luxury lodge, a member of the swank Relais & Châteaux, features large bungalows scattered over a hillside with idyllic views within a 500-acre private cloud forest reserve" Full review
Cabinas Jimenez
on Main Street - 50 meters from the end of the soccer field, directly on the Golfo Dulce, Puerto Jimenez, Costa Rica
From $53/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Pool
Afar Magazine
"The Osa Peninsula in the southwestern portion of Costa Rica is a nature lover's dream." Full review
Fodor's
"Overlooking the harbor, these air-conditioned rooms set in a lush garden are the most comfortable in town, and have the best water views." Full review
Frommer's
"On the waterfront 2 blocks from town, this hotel offers 15 air-conditioned rooms with fridges and a deck with hammocks" Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Cabinas Jiménez is hands-down the nicest place to stay in Jiménez proper." Full review