Uruguay
Surrounded by a pastoral landscape of cows, fields and water vaguely reminiscent of a Flemish painting, this is the most tranquil of Salto's hot-springs…
Must-see hotels in Uruguay
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Uruguay
Overlooking Laguna de Castillos' northern shore is this tranquil hideaway, originally established in the 18th century as a Spanish guard post to protect…
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Uruguay
What do you get when you cross a tourist estancia and a hostel? Find out at this unique country retreat 115km west of Montevideo and 60km east of Colonia…
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Uruguay
For a spectacular introduction to life on the Uruguayan land, head to this 970-hectare working estancia 40km northwest of Tacuarembó. Juan Manuel, who was…
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Punta del Este
Just one block from Playa El Emir, Punta's best – and best-located – hostel keeps improving, thanks to thoughtful owners and regular reinvestments in…
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Colonia del Sacramento
At this whimsical guesthouse on Colonia's most historical square, friendly Brazilian photographer Eduardo has poured his creative genius into building a…
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Punta del Este
Replete with vintage furniture, claw-foot bathtubs and checkerboard marble floors, this magical La Barra getaway features six luxurious high-ceilinged…
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Uruguay
Surrounded by rolling open country 15km upriver from Mercedes, this estancia is one of Uruguay’s oldest and most welcoming. The spacious 1830 ranch house,…
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Punta del Este
Near Punta Ballena, this understatedly luxurious hilltop paradise is eclectically decorated with treasures from the owners’ world travels. The spacious…
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Punta del Diablo
Follow the devilish red glow into one of South America’s most seductive hostels, whose endless perks include inviting chill-out areas, bike and surfboard…
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Colonia del Sacramento
Incorporating three spacious upstairs suites and a 'garden house' bungalow out back, this is one of Colonia's most unique lodging options, abounding in…
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Uruguay
Pedro and Nahir Clariget's unpretentious ranch-style home, 50km southwest of Tacuarembó, offers a first hand look at real gaucho life. Guests are invited…
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Montevideo
If you can snag one of the two 6th-floor rooms at this ancient family-run hotel one block off Plaza Matriz, go for it! Both feature air-conditioning and…
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Uruguay
Just paces from the city center, this classy boutique hotel easily outshines Salto's other downtown sleeping options. The lovingly renovated historic…
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Montevideo
One block south of Plaza Matriz, two attractive guest rooms in a vintage apartment share a kitchen and comfortable living room adorned with local artwork…
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Montevideo
Opened in 2014, this classy Italian-run boutique hotel has themed, antique-filled guest rooms decorated in honor of famous Uruguayans (artists, writers,…
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Colonia del Sacramento
On a clear day you can see Buenos Aires' skyscrapers glinting far across the river from this classy country getaway, 15km north of Colonia. Friendly…
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Uruguay
The granddaddy of Uruguayan tourist estancias is San Pedro de Timote. Its remarkable setting, 14km up a dirt road from the town of Cerro Colorado, amid…
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Uruguay
Set amid open fields in an old schoolhouse 8km from Quebrada de los Cuervos, this rustic three-room hostel invites guests to settle into the simple…
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Uruguay
Carmelo's best downtown option, this combination hostel-posada delivers on its 'boutique' moniker, offering a comfortable seven-bed dorm with plush duvets…
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Montevideo
This friendly hostel in a remodeled historic building enjoys an unbeatable downtown location, only steps from leafy Plaza Cagancha and the bus stops for…
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Colonia del Sacramento
Colonia's chicest hotel offers an incomparable old-town location, a waterfront restaurant-bar and beautifully landscaped grounds. Seven refined rooms in…
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Uruguay
Hector and Marta, a friendly local fishing couple, rent out two sweet double rooms and a self-contained house sleeping up to seven. All come with stoves,…
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Punta del Este
In the hills above Punta Ballena, this secluded retreat is ideal for budget-minded travelers who prefer low-key fireside camaraderie to Punta-style…
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Montevideo
'Smart' perfectly describes the modern lines, clean white furnishings and blond-wood decor of this well-positioned newcomer near Plaza Independencia. All…
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Sofitel Montevideo Casino Carrasco & Spa
Montevideo
Renovated top to bottom and reopened as a luxury hotel in 2013, Carrasco's historic casino is easily the showiest sleep in town. The monumental early-20th…
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Colonia del Sacramento
Well-placed near the historic center, this hostel offers squeaky-clean four- to six-bed dorms and private rooms, along with a guest kitchen and back patio…
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Colonia del Sacramento
This B&B in the home of German visual artist Christiane Brockmeyer has three comfortable, colorful rooms with shared bathroom and a spacious roof terrace…
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Colonia del Sacramento
This boutique hotel near picturesque Portón del Campo offers plenty of enticements: the friendly reception, the narrow, solar-heated outdoor pool and the…
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Punta del Diablo
Artist Eduardo Vigliola's labor of love, this thatch-roofed boutique hotel incorporates local stone and wood details, surrounded by landscaped grounds…
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Punta del Este
A venerable Punta del Este landmark, this visually striking 1940s hotel encompasses a cluster of faux-Tudor mansion houses, big grassy lawns, a 13-story…
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Montevideo
The faded, funky Spléndido offers decent value for budget travelers preferring privacy over a hostel-style party vibe. The better rooms have 5m-high…
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Montevideo
Directly opposite Mercado del Puerto and the ferry docks, this modern boutique hotel is a study in refined black, white and silver, with Iberian…
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Uruguay
A three-minute walk inland from La Juanita beach, this shipping-container-turned-bohemian-beach-house offers a cool home base in the José Ignacio area…
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Colonia del Sacramento
Conveniently located midway between the ferry port and Colonia's 18th-century town gate, this little hotel has down comforters for chilly nights, plus a…
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Uruguay
Part of the international Relais & Châteaux network, this exclusive lodge is housed in a winery dating back to 1909. Nicest among the five suites are two…
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Colonia del Sacramento
Tucked off a sycamore-shaded street in a prime Barrio Histórico location, El Capullo (the cocoon) offers guests a peaceful refuge from the surrounding…
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Uruguay
This tranquil spot on the grounds of Campotinto winery makes a delightful overnight getaway just 5km north of Carmelo. Four rooms in the main casa de…
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Uruguay
The affable Gabi presides over this rustic beachfront hostel, expanded to include a larger, brighter kitchen and a brand-new ocean-view dorm. A Polonio…
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Uruguay
Providing bare-bones dorms on two levels, Pancho’s popular hostel is impossible to miss; look for the yellow corrugated roof, labeled with giant red…
