Where is the best place to stay in Punta del Este?
The best place to stay in Punta Del Este is the city centre, which is sat within the area known as the Peninsula. If you are staying in this central area, you will be close to Punta del Este´s two main beaches: Brava beach and Mansa beach, as well as being near to the city´s main casinos: El Conrad and el Nogaró, and close to Gorlera avenue which is the city´s main shopping streets.
The Peninsula also boasts many other places of interest, such as the port, an essential visit if you want to see sea lions, and the playa de los Ingleses, which is Punta del Este´s most southern beach joining the river with the ocean. Don´t miss out on an afternoon at the Emir beach watching all the surfer action, or a stroll along its iconic 20th street, also nicknamed “Fashion Road” after all of the fashionable shops located there. Casapueblo, Punta Del Este´s main tourist destination can also be found just 13 kilometres outside of the city centre, in the Ballena port area.
If you are young and visiting Punta Del Este for its nightlife, the best place to stay is the famous La Barra area, which is located about 10 kilometres outside of the city centre.
Punta del Este is internationally renowned for being one of the most important and exclusive resorts in America, and with good reason, many celebrities choose to spend their summer vacation here. The wide offering of restaurants, nightclubs, antique shops, cinemas, theatres and a lively nightlife make Punta del Este a highly recommended place to enjoy an unforgettable vacation.
Just a few miles from the centre of Punta del Este, you will find one of the most popular tourist destinations called La Barra de Maldonado, which was a small fishing village that has grown in popularity over the years and now offers a wide range of tourist attractions.
As far as beaches in Punta del Este go, Solanas is one of the best beaches thanks to its shallow, calm and natural water, making it perfect for families. On top of that, the view over Punta Ballena and its amazing sunsets make this area truly irresistible to tourists.
Punta Ballena is situated to the west of Punta del Este, approximately 18km away and is known for being one of the most beautiful places on the Uruguayan coast. On the west side, you will find a small port where you can also practice water sports and of course enjoy the Portezuelo and Solanas beaches; on the east side, you will find caves and pebbled beaches, with views over Punta del Este and the Gorriti Island; where you can also visit the Casapueblo house and workshop.
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