Punta del Este has a reputation as a higher-end beach resort that draws visitors from within Uruguay, but also from Argentina and elsewhere in South America. You might not find many tourists from other parts of the world, even though this is pretty much the best beach resort in the entire region.
| Population | 9,200 |
| Area | 9,200 |
| Timezone | UTC-3 |
| Currency | Uruguayan peso |
| Airports | Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport (PDP) |
Much of the new development in Punta del Este is new highrise hotels and developments, so of course prices in those areas are going to be very high. You can definitely still find some bargains, at least by international standards, if you look into the older parts of town.
Wintertime (June through August) is the best time to travel to the city if you’re looking for lower prices and few crowds. During the summer, visitors will find that the area is swarmed with tourists and that the hotel prices have skyrocketed, especially late December and early January.
| Rating | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
 | 8.65 - 11.45 |
| 24.50 - 50.72 |
| 23.38 - 56.73 |
| 38.50 - 72.58 |
| 58.16 - 107.22 |
| Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
| Hostel Bed | 7.99 - 9.42 |
| Location | Description | Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sightingseeing Tour | Take a 4 hour tour around the sea port, down Gorlero Avenue, Casa Pueblo, and more. | all ages | 27.23 |
| Museo del Mar | An interesting museum that's fun for the whole family with exhibits of wildlife and more. | 3 to 12 adult | 1.17 2.34 |
| Cathedral de San Fernando | Only 10 minutes outside of Punta del Este and built in 1895, this cathedral is a great visit for those who love a little culture. | all ages | 0.00 |
| Food Type | Description | Price(USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Budget breakfast | If you wish to eat outside of the hotel, there are a few options in town that serve coffee and more. | 2.92 - 4.44 |
| Budget lunch | Sushi, Italian, French, Indian and more can be found if you're looking for some international dishes. | 3.74 - 5.38 |
| Budget dinner | Seafood, steak sandwiches and steaks are common dinner options. | 5.38 - 9.35 |
| Beer (.5L) | Although wine is a popular local favorite, beer can be purchased around town. | 2.15 - 3.04 |
| Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
| Montevideo to Punta del Este bus | 5.14 |
| Scooter rental around Punta del Este (1 day) | 31.56 |
| 3km taxi ride in Punta del Este | 7.48 - 9.35 |
| Public bus ride in Punta del Este | 0.82 |
| Month | High F | Low F | Precip (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77 | 65 | 3.0 |
| February | 77 | 65 | 3.3 |
| March | 75 | 64 | 3.1 |
| April | 70 | 59 | 3.3 |
| May | 65 | 54 | 3.6 |
| June | 59 | 49 | 3.2 |
| July | 58 | 48 | 3.6 |
| August | 59 | 48 | 3.7 |
| September | 61 | 50 | 3.7 |
| October | 65 | 53 | 3.3 |
| November | 70 | 57 | 3.4 |
| December | 75 | 62 | 2.6 |
Punta del Este is a great destination all year with both mild summers and winters. Summer is ideal with temps in the 70s and 80s. The best months for summer travel are December through March. Generally, visitors will find that the nights cool off allowing for a great nights sleep.
Winter is a bit different with temps in the 50s and 60s requiring many to wear a sweater and sometimes a jacket. When traveling during winter, it’s best to pack layers so you can adjust to each day.
| 21 Mar | 6:44am | 6:49pm |
| 21 Jun | 7:47am | 5:35pm |
| 21 Sep | 6:29am | 6:35pm |
| 21 Dec | 6:22am | 8:53pm |