Hotel El Silencio del Campo

This place fell a little short of the expectations in the pictures. That said, compared to what's in the area, it works pretty well for the price. Because it's a smaller place, we had to sign up for breakfast in shifts and the pool wasn't really something that could accommodate more than 8-10 folks. Really great staff. Very comfortable room. Cocktail on arrival! Horse riding and farm elements were awesome.

We really enjoyed our 3 day stay here!! The staff was so helpful and friendly and the family villa was a good size for our family of 4. The beds were comfortable and bathroom and vanity were a great size! Both my boys said the breakfasts were some of the freshest meals we had on our trip and we could not get enough of the wildlife (farm animals included) and hot springs! I only wished that there was some sidewalk or path into the La Fortuna downtown area to be able to walk on but that really doesn’t have to do with the resort itself. We definitely would recommend and stay again!!

The grounds really are as beautiful as shown in the photos with many birds and currently a sloth in a tree near the Farm. The thermal pools, although completely artificial, are also lovely and another highlight of the property. The Farm is another nice amenity. The regular pool is a small, but that's not what you come to Costa Rica for. The snack bar menu available by the pools is pretty reasonably priced and quality is good. Free breakfast is a plus. Staff are friendly and helpful. Rooms are large with high ceilings. Each has an outdoor table and chairs and a view of Arenal from the front door. In the morning you are awakened by the chirping of birds. My only quibble is the interior furnishings are a little mixed. Our chalet had a 20 year old plastic countertop that seemed out of place, but it appears they have been replaced in other units. The use of a lawn chair for the desk was also a little disappointing. Wifi and hot water were solid, although the sink faucet would make loud vibrations / sounds at certain water pressures.

This is a hidden gem in the now overdeveloped Fortuna area. A quiet, serene resort where you hardly notice other guests. The hot spring pools were amazing and never crowded, the staff was super friendly. They have a farm that is farm-to-table and you can visit all the animals. The food was great, the service was great and the rooms were very comfortable. Really a nice place!

The food was excellent, the staff was friendly. Having hot springs on the property was a great benefit. Plenty of wildlife to see especially during breakfast. More birds and lizards to count. We even saw a sloth and its young. Great for families.

This is a wonderful hotel (with potential to be a fantastic hotel) in the La Fortuna area. The grounds are breathtaking, especially on a clear morning in front of the Arenal Volcano, and the hot springs were definitely a highlight of our trip. The breakfast was delicious, and the other food we ate at the hotel bar was reasonably priced and tasty. I love the concept of having our own little villa so I didn't have to worry about the kids yelling or being too loud for neighbors. The beds were a bit tired, and the room was in need of updating, though there were cute touches like the towel animals left on the bed each day. There were a few challenges with our room. For one, the first night we had a bat in our room. Maintenance took care of it in short order, but in doing so the bat pooped on one of the beds, so housekeeping brought us new sheets. There are a few upgrades that would take this tired hotel and make it spectacular. The lock on our cabin needed to be tightened - every time we opened or locked the door, we had to wrestle with the lock and key to get it to close. Seal the front door and the ceiling panel in the bathroom. Both had gaps which led to small bugs, particularly in the bathroom. Overall we had a good stay, but given the price tag and the beautiful surroundings, this cabin in particular needed a little TLC.

It was a beautiful property - very lush with plants and flowers. It was also very fun to visit the farm and see all the different types of birds as well as horses and goats.