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Featuring pool views, El Bambu offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a bar, around 1.4 km from Playa El Pinar. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. The bed and breakfast provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, all units include a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Buffet and continental breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruits and juice are available. There is a coffee shop, and a grocery delivery service is also available upon request. Sightseeing tours are available in the area. The bed and breakfast features a sun terrace and an outdoor fireplace. Playa Lomas de Solymar is 2.8 km from El Bambu, while Tres Cruces Terminal Station is 28 km away. Carrasco International Airport is 13 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, American, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.1
High score for Ciudad de la Costa

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • J
    John
    Italy Italy
    Wonderful place. Omar and Adrianna were the most excellent hosts. Beautiful place, relaxing vibes and a great breakfast.
  • Oltramari
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Home Away from Home – Exceptional Hospitality! I had the most wonderful stay at Pousada El Bambu! Omar and Adriana, the hosts, were incredibly warm and welcoming, making me feel right at home from the moment I arrived. Their hospitality was...
  • Kim
    Germany Germany
    The place is absolutely gorgeous, with a very cosy, homely atmosphere and a beautiful garden. The staff were very friendly and helpful and spoke good english. The breakfast was really good.
  • Hendrik-jan
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Very friendly owners. Really good service. Super breakfast!!
  • Howard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Posada el Bambu is a little gem tucked away in a quiet residential neighbourhood conveniently close to Carrasco Airport. Our room was clean and well equipped. Breakfast was good. What makes this a gem is the hosts. They could not have been more...
  • Linda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wonderful garden. Large comfortable bed. Splendid breakfast spread in a lovely setting. Very attentive and genuine hospitality from charming and warm hosts who have created an amazing haven. Uruguayan hospitality at its best 👌
  • Hyry
    Finland Finland
    The Posada el Bambú is a great place! We enjoyed so much our stay here! The hosts are so lovely and we are looking forward to come back; they are five star 🌟
  • Maria
    Uruguay Uruguay
    The owners themselves welcomed us all the time, breakfast is very good, the environment is amazing, lovely gardens, nice pool. Great music selection in the lounge.
  • Yenny
    Uruguay Uruguay
    Me gusto mucho el servicio, muy atentos, y el desayuno era muy rico, con frutas de estación. Estaba todo muy limpio y la piscina ideal para refrescarse.
  • Rhonda
    Canada Canada
    Amazing oasis in a quiet residential area. The hosts were exceptionally friendly and welcoming. Excellent breakfast and coffee. I enjoyed sitting near the pool, relaxing in my super comfortable bed, and visiting with the dogs. The beach or...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property surroundings

Facilities of El Bambu
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

View

  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Tumble dryer
  • Washing machine

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Beach
  • Fishing
    Off-site

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Fast free WiFi 75 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Tour desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Grocery deliveries
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Plunge pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Wellness

  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

House rules
El Bambu takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 13:00 to 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 11:30 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
US$30 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Shuttle from and to the airport works from 8am until 8pm.

Based on local tax laws, Uruguayan citizens may be charged value added tax (VAT 10%) from November 15 to the day after Easter. This fee is not automatically calculated in the total costs for the reservation.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform El Bambu in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about El Bambu

  • Guests staying at El Bambu can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • American
    • Buffet
  • Room options at El Bambu include:

    • Double
    • Twin
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at El Bambu is from 13:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • El Bambu is 3.7 miles from the centre of Ciudad de la Costa. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at El Bambu may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • El Bambu offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Fishing
    • Beach
    • Swimming Pool
  • The nearest beach is just 0.7 miles from El Bambu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.