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Sweeping sandy beach and blue skies at Punta del Este, Uruguay with sunbathers dotted on the sand and fringed by a curve of high rise buildings running alongside the top of the beach where it meets the road.

Uruguay Beach Holidays


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Two hours’ drive east of Montevideo, lies the lively and glamorous beach resort of Punta del Este. Incredibly popular with locals and visitors alike who head here for the world class cuisine, casinos, lively night life and sandy beaches, Punta del Este is Uruguay’s most well-known resort.

A further 30 minutes up the coast brings you to the upmarket and quieter town of José Ignacio. Home to wide sandy beaches and chic restaurants, this is a fabulous alternative if you are seeking a more relaxed break.
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OUR HOLIDAYS TO URUGUAY'S BEACHES

Here’s our most popular Uruguay beach holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Highlights of Uruguay
Uruguay
Private Tour
7 days / 6 nights

Journey along Uruguay’s coastline to discover colonial architecture, beautiful vineyards and stunning beaches.

Guide Price: €1,725 pp

Guide Price: £1,379 pp

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WHERE TO GO

Punta del Este
Punta del Este
Lively, glamorous and sometimes referred to as the Miami of South America, Punta del Este offers sandy beaches, lively night life and a picturesque marina.
José Ignacio
José Ignacio
Once a small fishing village, the more laidback town of José Ignacio offers chic restaurants and wide sandy beaches.

OUR RECOMMENDED URUGUAY BEACH HOTELS

We feature a range of accommodation in José Ignacio and Punta del Este, with something to suit all budgets. Maybe you’re looking for an exclusive hotel overlooking José Ignacio beach or a chic hotel near the centre of Punta del Este?

What you won’t find here are thousands of José Ignacio and Punta del Este hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Awa Boutique + Design Hotel, Punta del Este
4 star

Punta Del Este & Surrounding Beaches

This trendy hotel is situated a short way from the downtown area and is a pleasant walk from the nearest beach.

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT URUGUAY'S BEACHES

The best time to visit Punta del Este and Jose Ignacio is November to April. During the peak of summer (December to February) the beaches can be very busy as Uruguayan, Argentine and Brazilian visitors come to enjoy the hot weather.

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