We contacted them the day before for a boat tour, which lasted nearly 3hrs. As it was low season we were alone and did enjoy a wonderful tour with Marcos who is extremely passionate about the Ombués. He is a great source of knowledge of the Ombués and a wonderful guide. Even though our Spanish is very limited he took to the time and efforts to explain in simple terms the beauty and uniqueness of the area. We learned so much about the Ombués and what is means to keep nature in a balance. Furthermore, Marcos is such a friendly and humorous person that the whole trip will be a remarkable experience and memory of our our time in Uruguay. It’s a must do if your interested in nature and what to disfrutar something special. Thanks Marcos !

(Translated by Google) Excellent!!! A short and beautiful adventure. The encounter with hundreds of years made green and dreams, woody and latticework the ombú, here Marcos guide and custodian, shows us how it becomes hollow and new when it grows, shade for the crowns, pure wood and good firewood, between 300 and 1000 years of storms and suns and the countryman's eaves on the coast of the valizas river, and the birds, the mullets jumping around our boat and roseate spoonbills, body shots and real shots, all tame and beautiful. Thank you for taking care of this paradise and even more thank you for preserving it. Thanks 🙂 (Original) Excelente!!! Una breve y bella aventura. El encuentro con cientos de años hechos verde y sueños, leñoso y entramado el ombú, aquí Marcos guía y custodio, nos muestra cómo se hace hueco y nuevo cuando crece, sombra para las coronilla, madera pura y buena leña, entre 300 y 1000 años de tormentas y soles y el alero paisano en la costa de río valizas, y los pájaros, las lisas saltando alrededor de nuestra lancha y espátulas rosadas, corporales y tiros reales, todo manso y bello. Gracias por cuidar de este paraíso y más aún gracias por conservarlo. Gracias 🙂

(Translated by Google) We did this walk with Marcos and another man whose name I don't remember, after making a telephone reservation, although at this time there are enough places to go. We depart by boat from Route 10 and the Arrollo Valizas, to Laguna de Castillos. There you go down to Monte de Ombúes de Los Olivera. Marcos shows you the different trees, telling you the peculiarities of each one, how they grow, how they take care of them, etc. It tells you where you can take fun photos and has a special gift for entertaining children. Then you cross by boat to the municipal ombúes mountain that is opposite, on the other side of the stream, here the route is smaller and you can see a mountain of ombúes without intervention of man and livestock. And it ends by returning to the starting point on the boat, watching, in our case because we did the tour in the afternoon, how the sun goes down. The route is beautiful, super quiet, they show you the different birds that can be seen along the route. And the arrival at Mount Ombues with the Castillo Lagoon in the background is beautiful. Super recommendable ride, we loved it and we all enjoyed it a lot! (Original) Hicimos este paseo con Marcos y otro sr que no recuerdo el nombre, previa reserva telefónica, aunque en esta época hay cupos como para ir . Se parte en lancha de la Ruta 10 y el Arrollo Valizas, hasta la Laguna de Castillos. Ahí se baja al Monte de Ombúes de Los Olivera. Marcos te va mostrando los diferentes árboles, contándote particularidades de cada uno, como crecen, como los cuidan, etc. Te indica donde podes tomarte fotos divertidas y tiene un don especial para entretener a los niños. Luego se cruza en la lancha al monte de ombúes municipal que esta enfrente, del otro lado del arrollo, acá el recorrido es mas pequeños y se puede apreciar un monte de ombúes sin intervención del hombre y el ganado. Y se finaliza retornando al punto de partida en la embarcación, viendo, en nuestro caso porque hicimos el recorrido de tarde, como el sol va bajando. El recorrido es hermoso, super tranquilo, te van mostrando las diferentes aves que se pueden apreciar en el recorrido. Y la llegada al monte de ombúes con la Laguna de Castillo de fondo es hermoso. Paseo super recomendable, nos encantó y disfrutamos todos un montón!

(Translated by Google) A beautiful experience led by 3 guides. Part of the route, of the Valizas stream by boat and part on foot on foot (a private area and a public area, telling us about flora and fauna. Access to bathroom and sale of drinks and groceries. (Original) Una hermosa experiencia de la mano de 3 guias. Parte del recorrido, del arroyo Valizas en lancha y parte terrestre a pie (una zona privada y una publica, comentandonos sobre flora y fauna. Acceso a baño y venta de bebida y comestibles.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful walk and the guide was wonderful 🙌🏼 Treat yourselves to this nature walk with Marcos' generosity and his stories (Original) Hermoso paseo y el plus del guía fue maravilloso 🙌🏼 Regálense este paseo de naturaleza con la generosidad de Marcos y sus relatos

(Translated by Google) The journey along the Valizas stream to reach the Ombues mountain is very interesting. You can observe birds in their natural habitat. The guide Marcos is always very attentive to all the details so that the tourist can enjoy the tour. (Original) Muy interesante el recorrido por el arroyo Valizas para llegar al monte de ombues. Se puede observar aves en su habitab natural. El guía Marcos siempre muy atento a todos los detalles para que el turista pueda disfrutar del recorrido.

(Translated by Google) We went to visit this place for a walk. The departure point is located on the side of the road, by the Valizas stream (Rocha Department), where there are some houses and stalls. From there, a guide takes you by boat, taking you on a tour of the lagoon, while you spot birds: storks, eagles 🦅, flamingos, chaja, among others! Upon reaching the forest, you walk for about 20 minutes. It feels like something out of a storybook, a charming place, with lush vegetation of ombues, butias, and coronillas. If you love nature, you can't miss this place! (Original) Fuimos a visitar este lugar, para hacer un paseo. Se parte de un lugar al costado de la ruta, por el arroyo Valizas (Dpto Rocha), hay unas casas y puestos. Desde allí, un guía te lleva en lancha, haciendo un recorrido por la laguna, mientras vas avistando aves: cigüeñas, águilas 🦅, flamencos, chaja, entre otros! Al llegar al bosque, haces un camino a pie de unos 20 minutos, parece de cuento, un lugar encantador, con una frondosa vegetación de ombues, butias y coronillas. Si amas la naturaleza, no puedes perderte este lugar!

Located in the Maldonado Department of southeastern Uruguay, the bridge spans Uruguay's Laguna Garzón and it’s an essential connection between Rocha and Maldonado counties. Previously cars were using a small 2-vehicle ferry that required daylight and good weather to operate. And now, about 1000 vehicles are crossing it daily. Inaugurated in 22 December 2015, the bridge was designed by a famous local architect Rafael Viñoly. The construction is tall enough for ships to pass below. It was created with 16 circular concrete pillars placed 20 meters (65 feet) apart and this unusual circular bridge has a 202-meter (663-foot) ring. Looking down from the bridge, visitors have a great view on a coastal lagoon in an ecologically protected area of Maldonado region. The shape of Laguna Garzón Bridge is not simply the result of a unique artistic vision, it's very practical too. Its two semi-circular one-way sections force drivers to slow down and take in the view to provide an opportunity to enjoy panoramic views to an amazing landscape, including crosswalks that allow pedestrian access to either the inner or outer sidewalks of the circle. * Some photos courtesy of Internet. Thanks!

A vehicle traveling across the bridge covers about 115 meters more than it would on a straight-line bridge. Scaled to 100,000 vehicles, this results in approximately 11,500 km of extra driving, consuming over 8,000 liters of fuel and releasing more than 18 tons of CO₂ into the atmosphere. While the design intends to harmonize with nature (believe me it does not), the additional fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions somewhat contradict its environmentally conscious image.

It is just a bridge. But why not make more bridges this much fun?

Unique and beautifully designed bridge. Must see.

Beautiful bridge, specially at night since it's LED-lit. There is a parking patch right next to it where you can just stop and do some stargazing.

It's a nice bridge, but is not practical at all. I drove there trying to use the route 10 and when I got there, the route after the bridge was in so bad condition that I had to came back to Jose Ignacio to get the route 9...

As far as bridges go, this is a cool one. Not like the iconic one in Sydney or SF but if you happen to be in the area, you might as well drive on it.

Located in the Maldonado Department of southeastern Uruguay, the bridge spans Uruguay's Laguna Garzón and it’s an essential connection between Rocha and Maldonado counties. Previously cars were using a small 2-vehicle ferry that required daylight and good weather to operate. And now, about 1000 vehicles are crossing it daily. Inaugurated in 22 December 2015, the bridge was designed by a famous local architect Rafael Viñoly. The construction is tall enough for ships to pass below. It was created with 16 circular concrete pillars placed 20 meters (65 feet) apart and this unusual circular bridge has a 202-meter (663-foot) ring. Looking down from the bridge, visitors have a great view on a coastal lagoon in an ecologically protected area of Maldonado region. The shape of Laguna Garzón Bridge is not simply the result of a unique artistic vision, it's very practical too. Its two semi-circular one-way sections force drivers to slow down and take in the view to provide an opportunity to enjoy panoramic views to an amazing landscape, including crosswalks that allow pedestrian access to either the inner or outer sidewalks of the circle. * Some photos courtesy of Internet. Thanks!

A vehicle traveling across the bridge covers about 115 meters more than it would on a straight-line bridge. Scaled to 100,000 vehicles, this results in approximately 11,500 km of extra driving, consuming over 8,000 liters of fuel and releasing more than 18 tons of CO₂ into the atmosphere. While the design intends to harmonize with nature (believe me it does not), the additional fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions somewhat contradict its environmentally conscious image.

It is just a bridge. But why not make more bridges this much fun?

Unique and beautifully designed bridge. Must see.

Beautiful bridge, specially at night since it's LED-lit. There is a parking patch right next to it where you can just stop and do some stargazing.

It's a nice bridge, but is not practical at all. I drove there trying to use the route 10 and when I got there, the route after the bridge was in so bad condition that I had to came back to Jose Ignacio to get the route 9...

As far as bridges go, this is a cool one. Not like the iconic one in Sydney or SF but if you happen to be in the area, you might as well drive on it.

Nice location but by far below expectations, those price would require a higher quality. So many waiters and a mediocre service. Top olive oil surprisingly above expectations!

The views and esthetics of the building and property are amazing, but we weren’t impressed with the tour we went on. We signed up for the Spanish tour but when we arrived they said only English & Portuguese were available (in Uruguay!), they seemed a bit disorganized, started late, and didn’t have the depth of information or wine tasting we are used to receiving on a tour. Overall it wasn’t very professional and I don’t think it was worth the long drive on mostly dirt roads to get there.

Overpriced and overrated. We drove 1h extra to visit this place. When you arrive there is a guarded fence when they ask your name and if you are on the list. So unnecessary. The staff was amazing. Kind and warm. But with this kind of restaurant i would expect top notch service. Empty glasses were left on the table far too long. We had 2 empty glasses and 1 with wine each at one point. Food was ok. But not up to our expectation. I dont mind paying for for good food and wine but this was simply insulting! Unless you want to play big shot and be seen with wannabe posh people I would avoid…

The experience offered is elite level, the chef and team are amazing, the sommelier is quite prepared, facilities are incredible and the view from the restaurant and fire kitchen are unbelievable. Totally worth it.

My recent visit to Bodega Garzón in Garzón was an absolute delight! From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by the stunning scenery and the warm hospitality of the staff. The tour itself was informative and engaging, providing a fascinating glimpse into the world of winemaking at Bodega Garzón. A special thanks in this regard to our guide, Emiliano. Excellent is not enough to describe your knowledge and how he conducted our group. The wine tasting elevated the experience as well. Each sip was a revelation, showcasing the exceptional quality and unique character of their wines. The pairing with cheese, bread, and olives perfectly complemented the flavors, creating a truly memorable culinary journey. I left Bodega Garzón feeling both informed and deeply satisfied. If you're looking for an unforgettable wine experience in Uruguay, I highly recommend adding this to your itinerary.

Some information that might be useful: -You MUST have a reservation to one of their experiences in order to enter this place. A couple hundred meters from the main buildings there's a fence with a guard that will block you if you don't have one. They will not allow you to just show up to buy a bottle wine, or take pictures. Also, internet connection there is quite bad and it'll be a hassle to make a reservation on the spot. -They are NOT pet friendly. The guard told us that we could enter if we made a reservation on the spot but our dog wouldn't be allowed to leave the car, even though some of the experiences they offer are outdoors. Go figure. -If you really want to visit but have some questions, contact them very early on because they take a long time to answer. We tried calling, email and Instagram, they answered one of our questions over IG after 3 days.

A fantastic place, both for its modern architectural design harmoniously integrated into the landscape, and for its exceptional wines. The culinary experience is equally remarkable. A highly recommended destination.

I desperately wanted to love this hotel but despite the great futuristic design, beach front location and spacious suites , it really felt like the property was neglected and only had a few staff members for the whole place (often resulting in whole areas being unattended), as well as ongoing construction work while we were there. Furthermore, our 1,000$ a night suite had a broken air conditioning system and the heating couldn’t be turned off either so it got to the point where we couldn’t stay inside without the front door open to let air in. Things got worse as on the second evening the blackout blinds in our room stopped working and it turned out they had been disabled by the staff earlier that day without anyone telling us. Thankfully another suite next door was available for us to move into. I’ve attached photos of both rooms but also of the lack of attention to detail when it comes to keeping the hotel at a level where it’s worth the price. Also: I’d love to see more options on the breakfast menu(so far only eggs available) and in general food quality should be improved. Gym needs renewing too. Equipment is rusty and very old. What I liked was the sunsets over the pool, the layout of the suites, the quality of bathrobes/ slippers / toiletries provided and how nice the staff were , you can tell they work hard.

This is a luxury boutique hotel perfect for couples and art lovers. This amazing place has great views from the swimming pool over Playa Mansa in José Ignacio, where you will enjoy an exceptional sunset everyday. Friendly staff and excellent experience concierge department! Must go!

It was the best one week holiday in Jose Ignacio, they served healthy breakfast , very friendly staff, we have 2 massages each, it was wonderful, lovely sandy beach, couple days of raining but it make the place more romantic, last night of the sunset was Marvellous. And if u are big fan of James turrell and Zaha Hadid, u definitely will sit in the living room with a glass of wine and enjoy the incredible art.

Best hotel in South America! Must book a sunset tasting with The Wine Experience! Voted Best New Design Hotel in the world. Open from October till end of April.

Gorgeous adults beach resort nice and quite creative rooms I absolutely love Vik hotels! They use local artists to decorate each room uniquely

Stunning hotel and incredible turn down service. Perfect pool temperature and access to beach couldn’t be better.

Beautiful and exclusive beach but not so good to bathe as there are too many rocks.

(Translated by Google) Beach in Jose Ignacio. No support facilities, other than the "paradores". The water is cold, but the sunrises and sunsets are spectacular. (Original) Praia em Jose Ignacio. Nenhuma estrutura de apoio, além dos "paradores". A agua é fria, mas o nascer e o pôr do sol são espetaculares.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful beach, the water is super nice for bathing. The sunset is spectacular. I highly recommend. (Original) Hermosa playa, el agua es súper linda para bañarse. El atardecer es espectacular. super recomiendo.

(Translated by Google) On Route 10 on the way to José Ignacio you will find this abandoned hotel. Excellent location to work with video or photos (Original) En la ruta 10 camino a José Ignacio te encontrarás con esta hotel abandonado. Excelente locación para trabajar con video o fotos

(Translated by Google) Beautiful ocean beach. With access to it from different points. Lifeguard service. Some small stalls selling drinks. (Original) Hermosa playa oceánica. Con acceso a ella desde distintos puntos. Servicio de guardavidas. Algunos pequeños puestos de venta de bebidas.

(Translated by Google) Very nice beach, quiet in the mornings and very nice at nights (Original) Muy linda playa, tranquila por las mañanas y muy linda por las noches

(Translated by Google) Beautiful beach with a view of the sunset. (Original) Hermosìsima playa con vista a la puesta de sol.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful beach in José Ignacio, ideal to go with family and friends. The waves are a little strong, you have to be careful with small children. You can bring your chairs, umbrella or tent. (Original) Hermosa playa en José Ignacio, ideal para ir con familia y amigos. Las olas son un poco fuertes, hay que tener cuidado con niños pequeños. Puedes llevar tus sillas, sombrilla o carpa.

Nice surprise! A large collection of sea life and historical objects. Regarding tickets: no cards accepted, only cash.

Slightly morbid and grotesquely charming. What a wonderful place to spend a few hours. Many of the specimens are bleached by years in formaldehyde and some unrecognisable as creatures, let alone fish, but this is part of the joy of this place. Honestly. It’s a rambling shared personal love of the ocean and all things both in it, and to do with it. This museum has displays of bakelite radios, picnic sets, clothing and the music of the day, that day being early to mid twentieth century. There are quirky little corners and spaces where you’ll get lost in memories, not necessarily to do with the sea. And there’s music playing constantly. Ravel, Rodgers and Hammerstein, I swear a bit of Vivaldi. This place is just weird. I loved it. And do take the time to see the insect display across the road.

Marine animals and insects exhibition,

This museum was AWESOME! Great for kids and adults. There are 4 museums included in the ticket, I loved them all, and my boyfriend who isn't a huge museum person really loved the museum of memories, which shows old packaging and memorabilia from the country/area. It was 250 pesos per person which I found good value, there is a great deal of information and specims on show. We are English speakers and whilst most of the explanations were in Spanish, the highlights had English explanations too. There is free WiFi so we could Google translate anything else we wanted.

It costs 300 uruguayan pesos per peson (ONLY CASH) it is much bigger than it looks like if you really want to read everything, it might take you up to 3 hours. Ideally for kids. But if you are not into museums, I feel that it's not worth the trip from punta del este

Our expectations were high for this place. When we got there, though, we learned that what they do there was far beyond what we even thought was possible. The collection of sea relics they have there is astonishing. There is also an insectary, which is impressive. Other than that, the staff is very kind and the dogs that warmly welcomed us upon our arrival made the experience even more especial. I strong recommend paying the museum a visit.

Hidden among the silver fir trees of the Maldonado bar is this unexpectedly well-stocked museum, in which you will find a wide variety of items on display, from marine fauna and flora, history of the Uruguayan coast beaches, ancient objects and even a insectary. It has space for children and access to bathrooms in acceptable conditions. The ticket price includes access to all facilities.

Our visit to Salto del Penitente was nothing short of an adventure! With six friends, we explored this breathtaking spot, and it definitely delivered on excitement. The highlight was the ropeway—an exhilarating ride that added a rush of adrenaline to the scenic beauty surrounding us. One thing to note: the network is unreliable, so carry cash for payments. While cards are accepted, if you need to do a bank transfer, you’ll have to connect to Wi-Fi from a nearby location where you book the ropeway. The staff handling the ropeway were very helpful, making the experience even more enjoyable. For food, the Parador restaurant is a great stop, offering a solid menu with good options. It’s the perfect place to recharge after your adventures. However, if you're heading to Agua del Penitente, be extra cautious—the road is slippery. Unfortunately, we witnessed someone take a serious fall, which was a stark reminder of how important it is to watch your step in these rugged areas. Despite the few challenges, this place is packed with adventure, making it a fantastic destination for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike. Highly recommended for those looking for an exciting and scenic getaway!

One of the best nature spots in the country. Beautiful waterfall that runs through a rock channel into a pond with hills all around. Great spot for a picnic, to relax, or do some of the activities they offer.

The place was pretty amazing, the view were wonderful, wouldn’t miss going.

Great relaxing place. Lunch at the parador is great and the relaxing view from there is even better

With a beautiful lake and wonderful waterfall, Salto del Penitente is a gorgeous site to visit while in Uruguay. The hike to the different locations on the site is short, yet a bit steep to go to the waterfall. There are also zipline attractions in the site, though a very short glide.

Beautiful place, full of nature, amazing landscape, great for adventurous people, beautiful sightseeing. Great for families, not accessible for people on wheelchairs. There's food and shelter. It has a couple of attractions like zipline and others. Not dangerous at all.

Love it.

Playa Brava can be really windy but it has some nice views for the beach and the boats! If you like this you should visit it!

The beach contains the five finger structure and it long and beautiful. You can go for a long walk on the beach as well as take a nice swim with the family

Beautiful beach. Incredibly long

Awesome beach

This beach on the eastern (Atlantic Ocean) side of Punta del Este's long peninsula has rougher water, as reflected in the name Playa Brava (Fierce Beach). It’s wide, and has good sections of firm, packed sand. The beach stretches for nearly 5 km from the southwestern end at Los Dedos (Hand Sculpture) to the northeastern end at an isthmus in El Placer. The beach is on the ‘rougher’ side and features larger waves than the Mansa side.

(Translated by Google) A very friendly beach, with a very family-friendly atmosphere. We had a great time. It's a very clean place with natural beauty. I went for a run and a walk. (Original) Praia muito de buenas, ambiente bem familiar, fizemos uma farofada boa. Lugar bem limpo e de belezas naturais Fiz uma corridinha mais uma caminhada

(Translated by Google) The sunset is on the other side, the water is very cold in October and there isn't much infrastructure, but it's beautiful! (Original) O pôr do sol fica do outro lados, a água é bem fria em outubro e não tem mta estrutura, mas é belíssima!

I have been to Punta many times, so finally thought I need to test the famous Enjoy hotel. Location is great (right opposite a great stretch of beach and in proximity to many good restaurants). Room was modern, clean and appealing. Service at breakfast was a bit lackluster. Lots of gambling Brazilians in the hotel, you need to like that. Been there, done it, Moving back to The Grand Hotel, I think.

Loved the views and attention to detail from the staff. Place is clean and has a great location. Easy to walk across to the beach. The morning breakfast buffet was something I will not repeat. I love my coffee robust and my food hot and tasty. We traveled out for our morning breakfast and coffee every day after the first days experience. The plumbing in the room has issues. The front door would not close easy. Then wouldn't lock shut. Beds are ok. I did get a kick out of the croupiers. Almost forgot to mention the views from the balcony are awesome!!! Came back today a year and a half later. I forgot to mention the casino is fun and the crap dealers were awesome to chat with! Upgrading my stars!!!

India and new hotel property available room please visit Udaipur hotel ,,the lake mount,, welcome

one of Punta's well-known hotels that changed owner and name. The casino makes the difference. Nice restaurants and bars. I didn't eat so I don't know if the food was that good, the drinks were fine anyway. Very good location.

My husband I just left Enjoy after being there a week. We had a wonderful time. Great pool and restaurants there. Would definitely stay there again… but would come when it is still in season so more places and amentities would be open.

Great view and staff's attention to detail. The location is excellent, and the space is tidy. It is simple to cross to the beach. Really liked the lobby's and our room's modern design. This location has my endorsement.

Rooms are old and dirty. Even the upgraded rooms have stained carpet and old disgusting linens. They really don't clean after each guest at the restaurant either. Staff is inconsiderate and unwelcoming. Stayed twice here for the location and the indoor pool, but both stays were unpleasant. I guess they can get away with charging high prices for a sub-par hotel because of the location.

Fun sculpture in a beautiful section of punta del Este. Busy at most times it seems. Fantastic views of the surf and beach. Really beautiful here.

Nice Photo location. Depending on the day it can be super windy and also a lot of people will be in line for making pictures. You have a good view of the beach!

Extremely crowded, we arrived at around 12pm and the crowd was huge so it was hard to take good pics of it. There was a line at first but then people stopped respecting it and it got crazy lol. Still nice to see it, though.

Is a visit to “the Fingers” touristy and overcrowded? Yes. Is it also a must-do when in Punte del Este? Absolutely. Go, take a selfie and give the world the peace symbol or whatever finger fits your mood.

Amazing place to take puctures, admire the design and enjoy the water view

Great place to visit., the venue is right on the beach, along with shops and restaurants nearby.

The symbolic place at Punta del Este. We visited there at the begging of May in the morning around 8:40am. There was very few people, so it was easy to take a photo only with my family. Punta del Este was so much fun place.

Took bus tour. Was great got to see the beach towns vs the inland area. See how that homes change. Being a peninsula, there is soot in town where it appears as an island with water in all 4 sides. Also went to the Carlos Paez Vilaro studio and museum. Excellent highly recommend. Some loca interestingl sites were pointed out and the food was really good.

Nice......clean....

Amazing views. Gained perspective on the city. Hopefully you will experience Sea Lion show offs. Very droll.

Place you should go in Punta del Este!! Nice all day!

Tip Top!

This is a wonderful place. Not only you can enjoy the amazing views of punta del este, have a delicious fresh bite in one of the many restaurants next to the water or take a boat to one of the close by islands (isla gorriti and isla de lobos) but also you can see a beautiful display of sea agles and sea lions being fed by the fishermans who along the day clean their fresh catch (you can also buy fresh sea food) and throw the remains into the water creating a dinamic and amazing "dance" of these beautiful wild animals flying and swimming around the bay to eat.. This is a perfect example of harmony and beauty between the economical interests of a city and the wild animals that inhabit the surrinding areas. It is a perfect win-win ecosystem! And an amazing spectacle!!

An excellent place or marina Good boat services and repairs Gas station over there for them From that part departures tourist boats to Gorriti Island and to Lobos Island Also fish boats It is common to see sea lions over the port as they are part of the family of the port. In winter is not empty but less movement

Long beach and has lots of mirador stops as indicated on google maps. You can walk on the streets to view the nice buildings and apartments that have amazing gardins (flowers and trees). It feels like they are competing for the best gardin of flowers. The beach has lots of washrooms along the way. It was a nice walk from the road and I would enter the different beach entrances to see what they built as a malacon view or sometimes statues.

Quiet beach where kids can enjoy all kinds of sports safely

One of the top five beaches I've been to in the world, including the Croatian coast, Hawaiian coast, and western United States. It might not look it at first, but spend a day or afternoon here and watch the sunset, and I think you'll agree. Additionally, the neighboring beach town is great, with great cuisine beautiful coastal roads, and fun shops.

Surrounding a fabulous Beach there are many lookout points for sea animals as well as sheep farming

Nice white sand beaches, smaller waves than "playa brava ". Safe for children if attended by an adult.

Best sunsets

Great place to be with kids. Nice beach clean water..

Vina Eden is a fantastic place to relax, spend time with friends, and enjoy the amazing scenery and wildlife of Uruguay. The owners are extremely welcoming and the wine is fantastic. You won't be disappointed!!

Amazing place really beautiful view and great wine

Must visit. Wheelchair friendly. Kind staff, excellent food.

Very good experience at this winery. People took time to explain what they sre doing and tasting was well narrated. Food was may be okay, but overpriced. Typically, you will pay up for a kick at such places, but we were underwhelmed with all dishes and they appeared to us quite bland. Surprisingly the cheaper Tenant Cemento was better tasting vs 3 times more expensive one. Chardonnay 2015 was not good for $27. All prices are in the US$. App for $18, mains for @$40, deserts aare for $15. Wines are starting at @$40. Interesting point, they have caviar service with Champaign....very unusual, full spread goes for $375.

Excellent wines, great food, and a spectacular location. The owners are very welcoming and accommodating. Highly recommend.

Just an incredible place. Beautiful setting in the middle of rolling hills. Unfortunately that's where it all ends. Tour was less than interesting. Then worse was the wine tasting. How you can possibly have someone who knows nothing about your wines. Nor speaks clear Spanish or English be the person who serves your wines to your visitors. Mine you this is not a cheap experience. Truly a shame!! We were sat in a beautiful setting. Then our wines served all the same time. No explanation, no personally, no interaction nothing. We were 4 people and only given appetizers for 3. Ridiculous attention and you might as well bring a bag of potato chips for what you get. The only feed back and interest was when we approached the bar and started talking to the girl behind counter. She told us more and let us try other wines. Which we ended up buying. Sorry, because of our experience. I can not recommend anyone waste their time nor money at Vina Eden.

Lovely setting on a hill top. The restaurant food and the service were both excellent. I look forward to this place developing further.

We had an amazing time at the winery!! The wines were delicious and our host Gustavo was so welcoming and knowledgeable. We loved hanging out with the sweet pups, the amazing view, and delicious wine and tapas. We’ve been to many wineries and this is in our top now! You can tell they care about the quality of the wine and are passionate. Will return if I’m ever back in Punta del Este!!

We did a tour and wine tasting with Fiorela and it was fantastic! The area for wine-tasting is outdoors with a spectacular view. Fiorela gave us information in English which was greatly appreciated. Communication with them through WhatsApp had a fast response time. My only suggestion would be to give more directions on how to access the place from the main road. We figured it out, but wouldn’t have minded a bit of info beforehand since we had to open two gates ourselves.

The views are nice, and the staff are friendly, but the experience here is not remarkable. The olive oil is great. The wine is ok, the food is ok, and the facilities are quite basic: a simple carport type overhang and some picnic tables. The entire facility is somewhat temporary construction, including the bathrooms. All of that is inconsistent with the high prices charged. Do not recommend.

We booked for a visit, tasting and lunch for 12:30pm. We had to wait an hour… The visit never happened! The view is stunning, wine was ok but the lunch was not up to the price. It wasn’t fresh. We had to complain otherwise they were charging us for the full price while we did not get the visit + we got the wine but no one to explain what we were drinking. A bit disappointed but stunning view.

Amazing wines in a gorgeous location. Highly recommend.

Excellent wine tasting and very nice hostess.

These wines are really good. And the place will take you breath away. Worth visiting

Must go. The nature landscape is breathtaking, and the sunset with the audio experience of Paez Vilaro reading his poem to the sun, is mind blowing. This a remarkable experience, worth every second. Buy tickets in advance and plan your visit close to the sunset hour, so you can do the museum tours and safe a good spot for the sunset spectacle.

Visited the museum only, and it was one of the most unique museums I have been to! Spectacular views, nice cafe/bar with the views to the sea to enjoy the sunset. Friendly staff (not to mention even playful kitties around!), really recommend :)

What an amazing property. We didn’t stay in the hotel, but we were able to walk the grounds by visiting the museum and eating at the restaurant whilst we enjoyed the sunset ceremony. The drive from Montevideo took 2 hours, but didn’t feel like that at all as the views kept getting better and better the further we kept going. Then boom - views for days. I have no words for how beautiful and ambitious this whole place is. We got there just in time as they were about to close. Right after we finished walking the grounds, we found a table right outside that was perfectly located with a view of the sunset. We had just gotten our food as the sunset ceremony was about to begin. Let me tell you something. Hearing Carlos Páez Vilaró talk about the sun and thanking it with the beautiful words he used got me all verklempt. Sure did end up sitting there with tears of joy as the sun fully went down. We went to town on the pizza and salad we got after finishing our cocktails. Man, that pizza was perfection. The second we left the property, I told myself I’d be back.

A Hidden Gem with Major Flaws I recently visited Casa Pueblo, and while the architecture is stunning and the location breathtaking, the overall experience was disappointing. The entrance fee of $14 per person feels steep, especially if you just want to grab a meal without visiting the museum. Unfortunately, the lunch experience was far from enjoyable—think more culinary mystery than local flavor. Toilets without soap or water? Check. A friendly yet unprofessional staff? Double check. And the terrace? Let’s just say it had some “surprises” under the tables. It’s a shame that such an iconic place isn’t being maintained properly. If you’re after beautiful art and architecture, Casa Pueblo is a must-see, but be prepared for a few unexpected quirks!

It‘s alright. Way too crowded though, it was hard to move. Why not put a cap on the number of visitors?! Took away all the fun of this really nice museum.

Stopped here on a day trip for photo ops. Definitely worth the stop. Would I pay to come and see this all by itself, probably not.

Sadly we arrived by bus on a tour from the ship. The driver parked down the shore and was rushing us. I needed at least 30-60 minutes here just to take in the architecture. I never made it inside the property but what I saw through the gates , behind the guard, looked amazing. I will have to return not on a rushed bus tour .

Beautiful view

(Translated by Google) One of the trails is well marked with red ribbons. The complexity of the trek is low. At the base there is a mountain of ombues and much of the trail is done under the shade of trees. At the top there are great views of the mountains and the city of Minas. (Original) Uno de los senderos está bien señalizado con cintas rojas. La complejidad del treking es baja. Sobre la base hay un monte de ómbues y gran parte del sendero se realiza bajo la sombra de árboles. En la cima hay grandes vistas al monte y a la ciudad de Minas.

(Translated by Google) The entrance to the park is poorly signposted, you have to be careful on the way to see it on the right. At the Ministry of Environment's personal entrance, they give instructions to have a good experience. Beautiful views. Up to the Ombues mountain it is a walk without difficulties. From the mountain to the summit the difficulty increases, I recommend going with appropriate clothing and water. Always follow the instructions to avoid getting lost or having an accident. (Original) La entrada al parque esta mal señalizada, hay que estar atento en el cmaino para verla a la derecha. En la entrada personal de Ministerio de Ambiente da las indicaciones para tener una buena experiencia. Hermosas vistas. Hasta el monte de ombues es una caminata sin dificultades. Del monte a la cumbre la dificultad aumenta, recomiendo ir con ropa adecuada y agua. Siempre seguir las indicaciones para no perderse ni accidentarse.

(Translated by Google) The Cerro Arequita area is a destination with great recreational and tourist potential, which could offer a unique experience to its visitors. Unfortunately, the current administration does not uphold this value. The park ranger responsible for the area demonstrates an uncooperative attitude and, in many cases, acts on personal grounds that end up affecting the visit. The restrictions imposed—such as the two-hour limit on the area and the requirement to leave by 5:00 PM, even when it's still bright outside—are arbitrary and without clear justification. These regulations, coupled with the lack of consistency in communicating schedules and rules, generate discomfort and discouragement among visitors. Instead of promoting respect for the environment through education and community building, the choice is to impose rigid rules that restrict the opportunity to enjoy the park in a calm and responsible manner. Another worrying aspect is the restrictive stance toward outdoor sports activities, such as climbing, slacklining, and hiking. Instead of promoting these sustainable practices that connect people with nature and foster a culture of sport and respect for the environment, they are discouraged without solid technical foundations. It has even been argued that equipping climbing routes harms the mountain, without any evidence or studies to support this claim. These types of decisions not only limit the responsible use of the space, but also go against the development of an active community committed to the natural environment. Furthermore, the site lacks adequate signage and basic services such as restrooms, which are essential in an area with so much tourist activity. It would be desirable to review the management of the area so that Cerro Arequita welcomes its visitors with the openness, information, and respect it deserves, enhancing its natural and sporting value instead of restricting it with inflexible or arbitrary decisions. (Original) El entorno del Cerro Arequita es un destino con un gran potencial recreativo y turístico, que podría ofrecer una experiencia única a quienes lo visitan. Lamentablemente, la administración actual no acompaña ese valor. El guardaparques responsable del área demuestra una actitud poco colaborativa y, en muchos casos, actúa con criterios personales que terminan afectando la visita. Las restricciones impuestas —como el límite de apenas dos horas para permanecer en el lugar y la obligación de retirarse a las 17:00, incluso cuando aún queda mucha luz— resultan arbitrarias y sin justificación clara. Estas disposiciones, sumadas a la falta de coherencia en la comunicación de horarios y normas, generan malestar y desánimo entre los visitantes. En lugar de fomentar el respeto por el entorno a través de la educación y la convivencia, se opta por imponer reglas rígidas que reducen la posibilidad de disfrutar del parque de manera tranquila y responsable. Otro aspecto preocupante es la postura restrictiva hacia actividades deportivas al aire libre, como la escalada, el slackline o el senderismo. En lugar de promover estas prácticas sostenibles que conectan a las personas con la naturaleza y fomentan una cultura deportiva y de respeto por el medio ambiente, se desalientan sin fundamentos técnicos sólidos. Se ha llegado incluso a argumentar que equipar vías de escalada afecta al cerro, sin que exista evidencia o estudios que respalden dicha afirmación. Este tipo de decisiones no solo limitan el uso responsable del espacio, sino que también van en contra del desarrollo de una comunidad activa y comprometida con el entorno natural. Además, el sitio carece de señalización adecuada y de servicios básicos como baños, algo fundamental en un espacio con tanto movimiento turístico. Sería deseable que se revise la gestión del área para que el Cerro Arequita reciba a sus visitantes con la apertura, la información y el respeto que merece, potenciando su valor natural y deportivo en lugar de restringirlo por decisiones inflexibles o arbitrarias.

(Translated by Google) very good trail. It is quite demanding, you have to be prepared and have a dry day. (Original) muy buen sendero. es bastante exigente hay q ir preparados y un dia seco

(Translated by Google) Terrible management. The restrictive rules they impose change every week. Zero initiative, the trails are poorly marked, there isn't enough staff to enforce reasonable hours, and there's no official communication channel other than the park ranger, who changes the rules weekly. In case of accidents, they have no tools to carry out a possible rescue. It's a real shame that the wings of athletes in this country are being clipped for no reasonable reason, and that a park ranger is so cruel to a sports community. (Original) Pésima gestión. Cada semana cambian las normas restrictivas que imponen. Cero iniciativa de nada, los senderos están muy mal señalizados, no hay personal suficiente para cumplir un horario razonable ni tampoco un canal de comunicación oficial más que el guardaparque que cambia todas las semanas las normas. En caso de accidentes no tienen herramientas para realizar un posible rescate. Una verdadera pena que nos corten las alas a los deportistas de este país sin motivos razonables y que un guardaparque se ensañe con una comunidad deportiva.

(Translated by Google) Cerro Arequita is a beautiful place and truly worth visiting, but the current regulations are too restrictive and greatly detract from the experience. Visitors are only allowed a maximum of two hours, and although sunset is around 7 p.m., they require you to leave by 5 p.m., regardless of whether you're climbing or trekking. It's a shame that you can't enjoy a full day at such a beautiful site, especially if you're coming from Montevideo and spending more time traveling than on the mountain itself. I hope they'll review these restrictions and offer a little more flexibility so you can make the most of your visit. (Original) El Cerro Arequita es un lugar hermoso y realmente vale la pena conocerlo, pero las normas actuales son demasiado restrictivas y restan mucho a la experiencia. Solo permiten estar un máximo de 2 horas, y aunque el atardecer es sobre las 7 de la tarde, obligan a abandonar el lugar a las 5, sin importar si estás escalando o haciendo el trekking. Es una lástima que no se pueda disfrutar un día completo en un sitio tan bonito, especialmente si vienes desde Montevideo y pasas más tiempo en el viaje que en el propio cerro. Ojalá puedan revisar estas restricciones y ofrecer un poco más de flexibilidad para que se pueda aprovechar mejor la visita.

Make sure your car has good dampers

Its mid

(Translated by Google) This park is worth a visit, learning about its history and walking the paths that lead to the Puma Fountain. There's also a lovely country restaurant, very enjoyable on sunny days and with affordable prices. (Original) Vale la pena visitar este Parque, conocer su historia y recorrer los caminos q conducen a la fuente del puma. Tb hay un lindo restorán campestre, muy disfrutable en días soleados y precios accesibles

(Translated by Google) An incredible place. Important: Keep in mind that the road isn't 100% paved, and if you get dizzy, you could have a bad time (it's best to bring Biodramine). The place is very beautiful, and you can see lizards everywhere. 🤗 (Original) Un lugar increíble. Importante: tener en cuenta que el camino no está asfaltado al 100% y si te mareas...puedes pasarlo mal (mejor lleva biodramina). El lugar es muy bonito, y se ven lagartos por doquier.🤗

(Translated by Google) A very nice place, very well maintained, and the people are friendly. The trails are easy to hike. The entrance fee is very reasonable for the park. The facilities are well maintained. Regarding the restaurant, I can't speak highly of the food, as it was packed when we went, and we didn't want to wait. (Original) Muy lindo lugar, muy cuidado, la gente amable. Los senderos se pueden hacer sin grandes dificultades. La entrada es muy módica para lo que es el parque. Las instalaciones están prolijas. Con respecto al parador no puedo hablar de la calidad de la comida, ya que cuando fuimos, estaba lleno de gente y no queríamos esperar

(Translated by Google) The place is beautiful, clean, and quiet. We went with my 5-year-old son, and he loved exploring every corner and letting his imagination run wild at every sound, hoping for an animal to appear. He didn't see it; surely, with the noise of the people, they're all hiding. But it's a beautiful experience. We visited the puma fountain (free) and then hiked the trail to the waterfall ($100). The wooden games are also a beautiful place for a family picnic. Since we weren't prepared, we decided to go to the inn there. The ravioli were delicious. The only constructive criticism is that it says "country restaurant," and the truth is that there wasn't a great variety of country food to make the place more special. Another 5 stars for everything: the attention upon arrival and the girl at the inn, etc. (Original) El lugar hermoso, limpio, tranquilo. Fuimos con mi niño de 5 años y amó recorrer cada rincón y dejar libre a la imaginación con cada ruido esperando q aparezca algun animalito, que no vio seguramente con el ruido de las personas esten todos escondidos. Pero es una experiencia hermosa. Nosotros hicimos la fuente del puma( Gratis) y luego recorrimos el camino a la cascada ($100) ademas de los juegos en madera un lugar hermoso para hacer una picada en familia. Como no estábamos preparados decidimos ir al parador allí dentro, los ravioles una delicia, la única crítica constructiva es q dice restaurante de campo y la verdad q no habia gran variedad de comida de campo para hacerlo mas especial al lugar. Demás 5estrellas por todo la atencion a la llegada y la chica del parador etc.

(Translated by Google) A very nice, inclusive place to go with kids, with lots of games and well-marked hiking trails. You pay 100 pesos per person at the entrance, and you get a complimentary 600 peso bottle of Salus still water. It also has a good place for lunch. (Original) Muy lindo lugar inclusivo para ir con niños , muchos juegos y un senderismo bien señalizado .Se abona a la entrada 100 pesos x persona y te dan un agua Salus de 600 sin gas de cortesía. También tiene buen lugar para almorzar .

Pretty park and free. Also took the hike up to the cross, which was short but steep. Met a great young man working at the park who spoke very good English and told us all we needed to know about the park!

Great place! Came by with my friends and we had a great time, there’s a whole lot of animals who seem to be cared for, although some of them are in cages that aren’t as big as I’d hope. Remember to bring good shoes for walking!

Beauty place, It is worth going, climbing, climbing and spending time looking at this marvel.

Very nice family oriented place for kids, families and couples. You have beveraged tees, coffee, souvenirs and bakes torta fritas. Free parking and a zoo of animals to see. Very interesting.

Best place to go hike 🚶‍♀️ 🚶‍♂️ Beautiful view 🥰😍

Loved it! (Most) animals have lots of space and really enjoyed being around local flora and fauna. Also, it's free!

Very nice zoo with native animals.

Beautiful and historical place, which deserves more conservation.

If you don’t have your own transport it’s not really worth it. It’s a small display and although it was easy enough to get there if it wasn’t for the lovely security lady calling a taxi, it would have been an issue to get back! It’s free to visit but taxis were pricey and ultimately it’s not worth it. The place needs some TLC and maybe a bit more info in English but I translated what was there.

Well, it's on your way to Piriapolis, so you might as well spend a few minutes there. But there is not much to see. Just a small castle. I found many families resting under the shade of the trees there, having pick nicks. It's serene, quite place.

Interesting in term of history and culture, but there is no so much thing to do and see. Park is great to have a break in the afternoon. All access is free (parking for car and entrance).

It’s a nice place to visit in autumn or spring, but you should definitely avoid it in summer, as there’s no air conditioning nor shadows, and the visit can be extremely unpleasant with high temperatures. The building is not big and it’s not fancy either, but is has some wonderful views from the inside, where you can see the hills around from the first floor. It’s located about ten minutes by car from Piriápolis, so it’s a nice place to go if you’re tired of the beach. I believe that it’d be great if they made some maintenance of the building, as it’s more than 100 years old. They could charge a small fee for the visit in order to keep it restored.

A fantastic property with a great potential to be a major tourist attraction in Uruguay. But the place really needs to be included in some government budgets, to reach this potential. Mabel was a dedicated guide!

A small but nice castle with a free museum, would recommend a visit

(Translated by Google) Very good!!! I went from Montevideo on a cot to Piriapolis and then at the terminal I took a Guscapar Pan de Azucar bus that passes every hour and drops you off at the reservation itself!!! excellent experience that I will repeat again this time with more appropriate shoes!!! I gave myself a few good slips and twists because of this. There are very rocky parts of the summit, bring a walking stick if necessary. This hill really cost me more than the Sierras de las Animas, perhaps because of the footwear... I carried a large backpack and the cane helped me a lot to support the weight. I wouldn't go with children to be honest... but that's up to each person. At times I almost gave myself a hard time but probably because I was wearing shoes with thin and worn soles. The entire path is marked with arrows on the rocks but the truth is at some point I got lost and I stayed waiting until someone came walking and I followed them hahaha. The cross is unable to climb, I was left with the desire to see that wonderful view and apart from that the worst thing is that it is all scratched, a shame for the state and the lack of care. I want to go up again!!!!! This time with more precautions and I hope they can enable the cross again to admire that view and what it is like inside!!!!! I went on December 21, 2024. Now they say that they are putting more requirements and care to enter, find out what they are. !!! (Original) Buenísimo!!! Me fui desde montevideo en un cot a piriapolis y luego en la terminal me tome un bus guscapar pan de azucar que pasa a cada hora uno y te deja en la reserva mismo !!! excelente experiencia que volveré a repetir esta vez con zapatos más adecuados!!! Me di unos buenos resbalones y torceduras por esto mismo . Hay partes de la cumbre muy rocosas lleven baston si es necesario. Realmente me costo más este cerro que las sierras de las animas quizás por el calzado ... Yo lleve mochila grande y me ayudo mucho a soportar el peso el baston. No iría con niños la verdad.. pero eso esta en cada uno. Yo por momentos casi me daba unos buenos palos pero seguramente por llevar championes con suela fina y gastada . Todo el camino está señalizado con flechas en las rocas pero la verdad en algún momento me perdí y me quedé esperando hasta que venía alguien caminando y lo seguí jajaja. La cruz está inhabilitada para subir , me quede con esas ganas de ver esa maravillosa vista y aparte lo peor es que está toda rayada una pena el estado y el poco cuidado . Quiero volver a subir!!!!! está vez si con más precauciones y ojalá puedan habilitar nuevamente la cruz para admirar esa vista y como es por dentro !!!!! Fui el 21 de diciembre 2024 . Ahora dicen que están poniendo más requisitos y cuidados para entrar averigüen cuales son . !!!

Sublime

(Translated by Google) A beautiful place. It has a park with recreational games for children. It also has a food stand. It's not very pretty, but it's good enough to get you through a tight spot. Then, you can walk around and see the animals in their habitat, separated by a protective net. I'll leave some photos. (Original) Hermoso lugar, cuenta con un parque con juegos recreativos para niños. También con un parador donde venden comida. No es muy lindo pero para salir del apuro sirve. Luego hay para caminar, y ver los animales en sus hábitat separados por una red para protección. Dejo algunas fotos..

(Translated by Google) On this occasion I was able to finish the climb and reach the cross. I am selling with some difficulties and more so that it was a very humid day. Bring water, don't dress too warmly, but a bag for when you reach the chasm is not bad. Along the path you can feel heat beyond stress surrounded by plants, the wind is not felt. If you feel tired, the force exerted by your legs and your breathing tries to keep it calm. Very nice experience. I saw few animals since it was not my priority. Photos of Scout Group 251 "Discoverers of the Sauce" (Original) En esta ocasión pude concluir la subida y llegar a la cruz. Vendo con algunas dificultades y más que era un día muy húmedo. Llevar agua, no abrigarse mucho pero un saquito para cuando se llega a la sima no está mal. Por el sendero se puede sentir calor más allá que estrés rodeado de plantas el viento no se siente. Si se siente el cansancio, la fuerza que realizan tus piernas y tu respiración intenta que sea tranquila. Muy linda experiencia. Pocos animales vi ya que no era mi prioridad. Fotos del Grupo scout 251 "Descubridores del Sauce"

(Translated by Google) A beautiful, medium-level hike. Proper footwear and a liter of water per person are required. The views are unique. (Original) Recorrido hermoso, de nivel medio. Hay que subir obligatoriamente con calzado adecuado y un litro de agua por persona. Las vistas son únicas.

(Translated by Google) With proper preparation, you can climb it in less than 30 minutes. The views and scenery are highly recommended. (Original) Con preparación adecuada, puedes subirlo en menos de 30 min. Vistas y paisajes muy recomendables.

(Translated by Google) The path is quite risky and complicated, but reaching the top is worth it. It takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to go up, but the descent is lighter. It is recommended to wear appropriate footwear for climbing the rocks, with little weight on top, and carry 1 liter of water per person. (Original) El camino es bastante arriesgado y complicado, pero la llegada a la cima vale la pena. Aproximadamente se tarda 1hy30min para subir, pero el descenso es más ligero. Se recomienda ir con calzado adecuado para escalar las rocas, con poco peso encima, y llevar 1lt de agua por persona.

A beautiful place to stay and enjoy one of Uruguay's best beaches (San Fransisco). Liliana went above and beyond in serving our every need.

Very cozy. Near beach

(Translated by Google) I was at Bungalows Punta Colorada working and I was pleasantly surprised. The place is surrounded by nature, just a few steps from the sea, and has everything you need to feel at home. The bungalows are super comfortable, well-equipped and spacious (even for more than 5 people). Ideal for resting, working remotely or enjoying with family or friends. The service was excellent, the environment is perfect if you are looking for tranquility without going too far and the heated pool, ideal for water lovers in all seasons like me 🤩 100% recommended and looking forward to returning! (Original) Estuve en Bungalows Punta Colorada trabajando y me sorprendió gratamente. El lugar está rodeado de naturaleza, a solo unos pasos del mar, y tiene todo lo necesario para sentirse como en casa. Los bungalows son súper cómodos, bien equipados y espaciosos (incluso para más de 5 personas). Ideal para descansar, trabajar remoto o disfrutar en familia o con amigos. La atención fue excelente, el entorno es perfecto si buscás tranquilidad sin alejarte demasiado y la piscina climatizada, ideal para amantes del agua en todas las temporadas como yo 🤩 100% recomendado y con muchas ganas de volver!

(Translated by Google) We had an incredible stay in these cabins. They are spotless, well-equipped, and surrounded by beautiful, peaceful surroundings. The staff was excellent, always attentive to every detail. Without a doubt, an ideal place to relax and enjoy nature. (Original) Pasamos una estadía increíble en estas cabañas. Están impecables, bien equipadas y rodeadas de un entorno hermoso y tranquilo. La atención del personal fue excelente, siempre atentos a cada detalle. Sin duda, un lugar ideal para relajarse y disfrutar de la naturaleza.

(Translated by Google) Excellent accommodation. Very comfortable and well-equipped facilities. The owners and staff are excellent. Located just a few meters from Playa San Francisco (calm beach). Quiet area, lots of trees and vegetation. Heated pool. Recommended for a relaxing family getaway. (Original) Excelente alojamiento. Instalaciones muy cómodas y completas. El trato de sus dueños y personal es excelente. Lugar a pocos metros de Playa San Francisco (mansa). Zona tranquila, muchos árboles y vegetación. Pileta climatizada. Recomendable para pasar unos buenos días en familia y descansar.

(Translated by Google) A very nice, comfortable, quiet place, close to the beach. The owner is very attentive and friendly. I recommend this place. (Original) Muy lindo lugar, confortable, tranquilo, cerca de la playa. Propietario muy atento y amable. Recomiendo el lugar

(Translated by Google) It's a beautiful place with quality details that add up over time. It's very peaceful and very close to the beach. We keep choosing it; this is our third time. The quality and warmth they offer are unbeatable. (Original) Es un hermoso lugar con detalles de calidad que van sumando a lo largo del tiempo, es muy tranquilo y muy cerca de la playa, lo seguimos eligiendo , es nuestra tercera vez. La calidad y calidez humana que brindan es inmejorable.

not accessible for wheelchairs From this hill, you have a beautiful view over the surroundings and also on the other hills like Cerro del Toro, Pan de Azúcar. There's a little temple dedicated to St. Anthony which opens its doors for anyone who would like to pray. You can get there by car, there's a little bistro on site as well.

A must go place when you are in Piriapolis !!! it is at a good height and the view is great from here , the shops near by are little expensive but thats alright and usual in all the tourist locations .

A must if you go to Piriapolis. Make sure to ride the chairlift.

Hermosa vista a Piriapolis

Hermosa

Nightlight of the area

Great excursion!!!!

The rambla is really cute, loads of gift shops, places to buy food, drinks, etc. There is not a lot of shade there so bring sunscreen. Be sure to visit their most famous ice cream parlour! It's a real treat after a long day in the sun. Great time for the kids and families.

Great place for a walk, and people watch

Mind-blowing place, absolutely recommendable, one of the most peaceful places I've ever visited and the energy is amazing

.very beautiful place

Always beautiful!!!

Historic beach walk

Hemoso

(Translated by Google) Great space for all audiences. The park offers a variety of well-kept children's games that the little ones can enjoy. Large spaces with adequate infrastructure make this place a good option for having a snack or enjoying a mate with friends. The bathrooms are neat and clean. It has bathrooms for people with mobility limitations. The staff maintains the facilities with care. Highly recommended. (Original) Estupendo espacio para todo público. El parque ofrece una variedad de juegos infantiles muy cuidado que son el disfrute de los más pequeños. Amplios espacios con infraestructura adecuada hacen de este lugar una buena opción para merendar o disfrutar de un mate entre amigos. Los baños están prolijos y limpios. Cuenta con baños para personas con limitaciones motrices. El personal mantiene las instalaciones con esmero. Muy recomendable.

(Translated by Google) Very nice wooded park. It has games for children and also some tables. It would be nice if there were benches at the tables (there is only one) but you can tell that it is a park in development (they are even making an amphitheater) and it will be even prettier. The bathrooms are impeccable!!! It's a very nice place to hang out! (Original) Muy lindo parque arbolado. Tiene juegos para l@s niñ@s y también algunas mesas. Sería lindo que hubiesen bancos en las mesas (hay en solo una) pero se nota que es un parque en desarrollo (están haciendo un anfiteatro incluso) y que quedará más lindo aún. Los baños están impecables!!! Es un muy lindo lugar para pasar el rato!

(Translated by Google) A lovely place for children, and the pet department should spray for ticks. The same neighbors do it for their pets. (Original) Hermoso lugar para niños y la parte de mascotas deberían fumigar contra garrapatas. Son los mismos Vecinos que lo hacen por sus mascotas.

(Translated by Google) Great place for a family day out with or without children. Outdoor setting with great flora and large space. (Original) Gran lugar para día en familia con o sin niños. Lugar ambientado al aire libre con una gran flora y gran espacio.

(Translated by Google) Very quiet, very enjoyable during the week. On weekends, there are a lot of people, and it loses its essence. (Original) Muy tranquilo, se disfruta mucho entre semana. Los fines de semana hay mucha agente y pierde su escencia.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place!!! ❤️ It just needs a little more care for the plants. But other than that, it's gorgeous!! (Original) Lindo lugar!!!❤️ Lo que estaría faltando es un poco más de cuidado en las plantas. Pero después está precioso!!

(Translated by Google) Beautiful, very well-maintained and well-equipped park! Super clean bathrooms Quiet place for children (Original) Hermoso parque muy prolijo y completo! Baños super limpios Lugar tranquilo para niños

Excellent Service Servio is a Grade A host and Guide. It's a beautiful experience with excellent wine and great food. The selection of all 5 wines for tasting is wonderful. Honorary mention to the Pear Tannat dessert with the Extra Brüt white wine, I forgot to take a photo of it :')

We had a lovely tour of the vineyard with Catalina. She was very informative and great with the kids. We walked around the grounds, pet the winery dogs, tasted a grape from the vine. It was very serene. We then toured how the wine is made and saw the largest barrels of wine I’ve ever seen! We finished with a delicious wine tasting with charcuterie, empanadas and one of the best desserts I’ve ever tasted. They were very accommodating to our children as well. I recommend you take a few hours to go for a visit. The wine was great too!

The place itself is nice but the staff really needs to be trained in the hospitality area. Hope the owners would read that. You should definitely invest in staff training about event, hospitality and catering.

We booked a tour with lunch. The experience was amazing, Catalina our guide was very professional and kind, the group had a lot of questions and she was very knowledgeable, responding to all of them. This historic winery is beautiful, the food and wine testing were excellent. I highly recommend this experience and I will return for sure! Thank you!

100 years of wine history expect you in Varela Zarranz. Catalina, Varela’s sommelier, will take you far back to when Diego Ponz bought the land and start the wine journey. It is now in the 4th generation of wine producers from the Varela Zarranz family and they are still there, giving all their love and passion to producing delicious wines. Lunch at the Cava with the company of Paton, the winery’s new 4-legged employee is unforgettable.

We visited the bodega for lunch on a Saturday. It was a wonderful experience. The visit included lunch with wine tasting, lunch was parrilla, and a guided visit to the wine celler and production. Everything was great, from the food, trough the wine to the tour, led by a wonderful guide whose name I unfortunately forgot. They were also great with our kid, they have an option for half price for kids. We enjoyed so much our Saturday at the bodega.

Nice and cozy place to have a great lunch. Fare rates. Wheelchair friendly

Great stadium from the best team in Uruguay! Fantastic atmosphere.

We were visiting from the US, and we came to witness a futbol game! The crowd was fun and it was a very interesting experience. Took the bus there and back from the centro. There is no beer inside due to fights? But just know if u wanna beer drink one before or after.

The stadium is great the main problem is getting in ! The cues are long and slow moving , many spectators take over an hour in the cue to get in . Inside the food and drinks are expensive and there is not much variety .

Best soccer stadium in the country Best crowd ever Totally worthy to attend to a match (specially vs Nacional soccer team)

First time being in the stadium was actually incredible The vibe and everything too Except the food is bad

The best

Amazing atmosphere! Fans really get into supporting their teams.

The building looks amazing and feels luxurious at first glance, but the experience is far from 5-star. The spa is a joke — no water, no tea, no staff who speak English, and no clue about spa service. I asked for a massage (as advertised), but after 9 p.m., it was “not possible.” Sauna was freezing cold, no staff helped, and I had to figure out how to turn it on myself. The indoor pool is cold too. Despite the high price and beautiful lobby, the service is careless and unprofessional. The room is OK — more like a standard 4-star room. If you’re staying here for a proper spa experience, don’t. Totally not worth the price.

The hotel is beautiful, but just doesn’t really feel worth the price compared to some other places we stayed while in Uruguay.

It was nice to be located just outside of downtown and right on the water. Everyone who worked there was incredibly friendly and helpful. Gonzalo was great fun to talk to and also gave a lot of good options of activities to do in the area. Very clean in a unique historic building and in a location with a lot of restaurants and shops.

Beautiful hotel. Well designed and pleasant atmosphere. From a purely practical point of view, our guestroom could have used a few more hooks and a towel bar in the shower. But, other than that, the guestroom was extremely comfortable, stylish, and very pleasant. The staff were all very courteous, professional and helpful. The doorman, bellman and front desk staff all exhibited authentic hospitality and professionalism. The culinary experience at the 1921 Restaurant was exceptional and the staff there are very engaging and hospitable. They made us feel very welcome and couldn't do enough for us. The team at the lobby bar were excellent! Very courteous and professional. Great experience there! Over all, in my opinion, this is the best hotel in Montevideo. It's not to be missed! Even if you don't stay here, you must come for lunch, tea or a cocktail at the bar. Enjoy the ambience, architecture and hospitality. Really fabulous! We can't wait to return!

During my stay, the room was not clean. The bathroom faucet was faulty, and the shower leaked significantly, which caused water to get all over the floor. The staff was unhelpful, which made my stay unpleasant. This was surprising to me, as I have had excellent experiences at other Sofitel locations in Chicago, New York, London, and Nusa Dua. Additionally, the food was of poor quality; a US$60 sandwich, which was supposed to be hot, was served cold with stale, tearing bread. When I raised the issues, the staff pretty much said “you can look for a different hotel”

Diamond member who has stayed at numerous other Sofitels in numerous countries, This hotel's building and location are great. However, room maintenance and cleaniness are sub-par. Bathroom had clear signs of mould. Rooms had no slippers provided, and when after calling front desk with a request, the reply provided was that that the hotel did not have slippers. However, another room in the same party made the same request and did receive request. In one room, housekeeping was done by 3 different individuals on 3 different days and the level of service varied significantly. One the final day, not all towels were replaced as requested, empty tissue box was left in bathroom and not replenished. Depleted toilet paper was not replaced. Reservation clearly had breakfast included, but hotel reservation records erroneously did not record this. After escalating, this was eventually resolved but I was not notified of resolution until I went to front desk to ask for an update. Post-check out, received an email that one of the rooms had been damaged and that a penalty charge to be applied. After objecting to the claim, hotel eventually replied clarifying that after further investigation, the damage was related to a different reservation. While the matter was resolved, this is not what would be expected of a hotel at this price point. All of these incidents within the same 3-day stay are things that I have not experienced at other Sofitels before, and certainly not so many incidents within the same stay.

Had an overnight stop in the hotel and the staff was helpful as I tried my Spanish and gave me helpful tips. The rooms were very good with some giving a sea view and mine was great. Good WiFi as there was a QR code to login. Restaurant and bar staff, as usual, were helpful and was able to accommodate individual choices. Pleasant city and county to visit. Recommended

(Translated by Google) Highly recommended. I went for the first time because they gave me an individual experience, including a jacuzzi, massage, and afternoon snack. They take care of every detail: Denise's attention, Maria's massage, and the delicious afternoon snack. One thing to note is that you don't run into other people. I didn't want to see men in bathrobes, haha, since there's an experience for couples. I recommend booking ahead; the schedule fills up quickly, and now I understand why. Congratulations on the offer! (Original) Super recomendable. Fui por primera vez ya que me regalaron una experiencia individual, incluye jacuzzi, masaje y merienda. Cuidan cada detalle, la atencion de Denise, el masaje de Maria, la merienda muy rica. Algo a destacar es que no te cruzas con otra gente, yo no queria ver hombres en bata jaja ya que hay experiencia para parejas. Consejo reservar con tiempo, la agenda se llena rapido y ahora entiendo porque. Felicitaciones por la propuesta!!

(Translated by Google) The photos I saw on social media before booking do not do justice to what it really is, IT IS VERY VERY BEAUTIFUL♥️ everything is excellent, they are in every detail, the massages are beautiful, they guide you step by step and they always ask you how everything is going, the facilities are more beautiful than what you see in photos, and the girls are all divine, very warm 🌸 the jacuzzi is also spectacularrrrrr and at the end they give you an exquisite snack ☺️ (Original) Las fotos que vi antes de reservar en redes sociales, no le hacen justicia a lo que realmente es, ES MUY MUY HERMOSO♥️ todo es excelente están en cada detalle, los masajes hermosos, te van guiando paso a paso y siempre te consultan cómo va todo, las instalaciones son más hermosas de lo que se ve en fotos, y las chicas son todas divinas, muy cálidas 🌸 el jacuzzi también espectacularrrrrr y al finalizar te dan una merienda exquisita ☺️

(Translated by Google) I went to Big Box for Detox Option 2, but due to my skin condition, I couldn't get the full package, so they agreed to offer Option 1 with a massage technique change. The service was impeccable and the sensory experience was superb. Everything was taken care of, from heated beds on the tables on cold days to relaxation areas with blankets for short waits. The attention to detail is reflected even in the design and aesthetics of the place. I would go back a thousand times more. Thank you so much to Ayelén, Denise, and Evana for such a relaxing and enjoyable experience! (Original) Fui con Big Box por la Opción 2 de detox, pero por mi condición de piel no podía tener la propuesta entera, y aceptaron brindar la Opción 1 con cambio de técnica en el masaje. El servicio impecable y la propuesta sensorial súper completa. Todo está contemplado, desde calientacamas en las camillas en días fríos hasta espacios relax con mantas para las cortas esperas. El detalle se refleja hasta en el diseño y la estética del lugar. Iría mil veces más. ¡Muchas gracias a Ayelén, Denise y Evana por una experiencia tan relajante y agradable!

(Translated by Google) I went to Casa Clara with a Big Box and chose the relaxing massage option. From the moment you arrive, everything is well organized: there's a small closet to leave your things, they give you a robe and towel, and you go through the bathroom area, which is very pretty and has excellent water pressure. Then I enjoyed the jacuzzi, surrounded by beautiful vegetation; it was a sunny day, and it was a spectacular experience. Then I moved on to the massages, which were excellent, from head to toe. 👉🏼The only thing that needed improvement was that the massage table was quite noisy, which made it a bit difficult to relax. 👈🏼 To finish, they offered me coffee, yogurt with cereal, and pastries. Overall, a lovely experience and I recommend it. (Original) Fui a Casa Clara con un Big Box y elegí la opción de masajes relajantes. Desde que llegás, todo está bien organizado: hay un roperito para dejar las cosas, te entregan bata y toalla, y pasás por la zona de baños, que es muy linda y con excelente presión de agua. Luego disfruté del jacuzzi, rodeado de una vegetación preciosa; me tocó un día soleado y fue una experiencia espectacular. Después pasé a la parte de los masajes, que fueron excelentes, desde la cabeza hasta los pies. 👉🏼Lo único a mejorar es que la camilla hacía bastante ruido, lo que dificultó un poco la relajación.👈🏼 Para terminar, me ofrecieron un café, yogurt con cereales y masitas. En general, una experiencia linda y recomendable.

(Translated by Google) A beautiful experience. The place, the attention, and the service were impeccable. Everything was harmonious and delicate. Eda's massages were wonderful; she was very warm and professional. And at the end, they treated you to a delicious snack! Highly recommended, and of course, we'll be back. (Original) Una experiencia hermosa. El lugar, la atención y el servicio impecables. Todo armonioso y delicado. Maravillosos masajes de Eda, muy cálida y profesional. Y al finalizar, te despiden con un refrigerio exquisito! Para recomendar, y por supuesto, para volver.

(Translated by Google) A super-harmonious place to relax... the service was spectacular... The breakfast was delicious. Everything was very nice. I'll definitely be back. 😍 (Original) Lugar super armónico para ir a relajarse.. la atención espectacular.. El desayuno buensimo Todo muy lindo si duda volveré 😍

(Translated by Google) A spectacular experience, from the welcome to the pampering, the massages, and the very attentive staff at all times! I highly recommend it. (Original) Un experiencia espectacular, desde el recibimiento los cuidados los masajes y las chicas muy atentas en todo momento !! Super recomiendo