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Negrita Hostel, hotel in Punta del Este

Located in Punta del Este, 1.5 km from Montoya, Negrita Hostel provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

We had a private room in a bit older building of the hostel, but it was a large room, with a good, big bed and a perfect shower (even a rain shower!). Wifi worked very well. There are a couple of common rooms which you can also use, even if you have booked a private room. That's very nice in the evening. It's nice that the breakfast includes fresh fruit. Regarding the price, the stay is absolutely good value for money. But what really makes Negrita Hostel the absolutely perfect stay is owner Camillo: he is very friendly, attentive and gave us a lot of information: restaurants in the area, but also in Punta del Este and even on the way to Montevideo. Also good information about museums, sights, things to do,... I would absolutely stay in Negrita Hostel again if I would travel to the region again.
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
275 reviews
Price from
£30.54
per night
Mundaka Hostel y Bar, hotel in Punta del Este

Mundaka Hostel y Bar features a large garden with an outdoor pool. The hostel has free WiFi access in all areas.

Beautiful property, but note that the staff hardly speak english and it's much more of a locals hostel. It seems there was a large group of people that are staying there for an extended amount of time, perhaps a work/stay situation. Not the kind of hostel that has activities to meet other travellers etc. It's bit tucked away from anything else, about a 20min walk to grocery stores, under 30min to the beach. Facilities were clean and breakfast was okay, but nothing fancy. 3 pieces of bread with jam, an apple, juice and coffee - would not say it's "fabulous".
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
260 reviews
Price from
£36.04
per night
Hostel 32, hotel in Punta del Este

Boasting a games room and a garden, Hostel 32 offers comfortable dorm rooms with free Wi-Fi in a quiet area of Punta del Este, 100 metres from Playa Brava Beach. Punta Shopping Mall is 1.3 km.

Location is perfect. Great amenities and amazing hospitality/customer service
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
242 reviews
Price from
£34.14
per night
La Quinta Hostel & Suites, hotel in Punta del Este

La Quinta Hostel Bar is located in La Barra, Punta del Este. The establishment is located 10 km from downtown Punta del Este and "Los Dedos" beach, 5 km from Manantiales and 20 km from José Ignacio.

All was as expected! great place to stay, excellent breakfast! you will found all the basic you will need at a hostel.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
203 reviews
Price from
£43.63
per night
The Trip Hostel, hotel in Punta del Este

Featuring an on site bar, The Trip Hostel offers budget rooms in Punta del Este. Free WiFi access is available in common areas. Each room is fitted with air conditioning and shared bathrooms.

Perfect location, minutes from beach, bus and shops
Scored 7.4
7.4
Rated good
Good
738 reviews
Price from
£12.90
per night
Atlantic Hostel Punta del Este, hotel in Punta del Este

Featuring free WiFi, a barbecue and a terrace, Soul Hostel Punta del Este offers accommodation in Punta del Este, 100 metres from the coastline. Free private parking is available on site.

Good location, nice little hostel in general
Scored 6.8
6.8
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
838 reviews
Price from
£18.97
per night
"El Pelícano" Hostal, hotel in Punta del Este

"El Pelícano" Hostal is situated in Maldonado, 7.1 km from The Fingers beach and 6.9 km from Artisans Craft Fair.

Scored 7.2
7.2
Rated good
Good
43 reviews
Price from
£34.14
per night
Planet Punta del Este Hostel, hotel in Punta del Este

Offering sea views and located only 100 metres from the beach, Planet Punta del Este Hostel offers budget accommodations in Punta del Este.

Funcionarias excepcionales, muy educadas ; Localidad excepcional muy cerca de terminal de bus e de todo el centro y playa caminando
Scored 7.7
7.7
Rated good
Good
222 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,149 reviews
    The personnel was friendly Good breakfast Very quiet and great location Comfortable room I enjoyed my stay here 😊
    Stephanie
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,149 reviews
    The personnel was friendly Good breakfast Very quiet and great location Comfortable room I enjoyed my stay here 😊
    Stephanie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £30.54
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 275 reviews
    The staff were amazing, super friendly and generous with recommendations and time for a casual chat. The hostel was quiet as I was there outside of the main season but it felt really cosy because of that; I was also upgraded to a better room which was very kind. The location was fantastic, right next to a supermarket, beach, restaurants, cafes and shops. It also felt really safe. La Barra is a really cute area, I'd love to come back again and stay at Negrita. Thanks so much!
    Marta
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 738 reviews
    If u travel with a budget its definitely a good option but dont expect too much. The hostel is good located and extremely cheap for Uruguay. The mattress are hard and old, the kitchen well equipped. The shower has hot water. Staff is super helpful and friendly.
    Bennet
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 79 reviews
    I’m traveling for 6 months and this was by far the best hostel I stayed in. The staff became like friends and the atmosphere is amazing. If you image a surfculture, this has the surfculture. The ultimate place to come to rest, close to a perfect beach and the nice streets of la barra. I would recommend this hostel all day to people. This hostel is for me a reason to come back to Uruguay next year. A big big fan here. Thanks for the wonderful stay here Cami, Vicky, Lu and Ines
    Jorn
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 738 reviews
    The hostel was quite cheap for Punta del Este and the location was great.
    Elodie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £27.31
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 878 reviews
    Great location. It's a beautiful hostel, 5 minutes from the beach. Supermarkets are 15 min walk away.
    Laura
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £183.23
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,844 reviews
    Great location! Right across the street from a beautiful beach, easy walking distance to everything in town, and very, very safe! Pools and fitness center were excellent, and massage was fantastic! Excellent breakfast and meal services with abundant variety. Enjoyed variety of news services BBC, CNN, FOX, and Bloomberg. Front desk staff were outstanding in helping with reservations, transportation, and tours. Well done!
    Victor
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,119 reviews
    Great location, great hostel! The common areas were nice and cozy. The rooms were clean.
    raffaella
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 738 reviews
    You have to go there ones in your life or you will just miss the best hostel I ever went !
    maxime
    Solo traveller

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