Montevideo
Uruguay · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Montevideo, Uruguay range from $12 to $40/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound tracks 11 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Aug 23, Aug 24, Aug 25.
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Hostel prices in Montevideo, Uruguay
A typical dorm night in Montevideo runs about $12.
At $12/night and up, Montevideo is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Uruguay.
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Hostels we track in Montevideo
- Viajero Montevideo Hostel 8.5 · 3,207 reviews
- Destino26 8.5 · 855 reviews
- MedioMundo Hostel 9.4 · 764 reviews
- Circus Hostel Montevideo 8.2 · 274 reviews
- Hostel Bohemian 8.0 · 202 reviews
- Casa Mutante 8.6 · 155 reviews
- Youki Haus Hostel 9.5 · 84 reviews
- Avokanto Hostel 5.8 · 80 reviews
- Montevideo Chic Hostel 6.0 · 39 reviews
- Casa Copada 7.0 · 27 reviews
- Montevideo Hostel 9.1 · 14 reviews
Local knowledge for Montevideo
Where to stay
Budget travelers mostly stay in Ciudad Vieja, around Calle Sarandí and the blocks near Plaza Constitución. You're on foot to the Rambla waterfront, Mercado del Puerto, and the main bus hub at Plaza Independencia. Barrio Sur is a quieter, slightly cheaper fallback a few blocks inland if Ciudad Vieja is full or overpriced.
Getting around
- Pick up a prepaid STM card (tarjeta STM) at any kiosk near Plaza Independencia. Every bus ride costs next to nothing and covers the whole city, including the route out to Pocitos beach.
- Mercado del Puerto is priced for tourists. Mercado Agrícola de Montevideo (MAM) on Avenida Garibaldi has the same quality food stalls at half the price, and locals actually eat there.
- The Sunday Feria Tristán Narvaja in the Cordón neighborhood stretches for about ten blocks and costs nothing to walk. Good for cheap snacks, used books, and getting a feel for the city without spending anything.
When to go
Hostels are cheapest from May through September. February is the crunch point: Carnival runs for several weeks, draws crowds from across the region, and beds in Ciudad Vieja fill up fast.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Montevideo cost per night?
Dorm beds in Montevideo currently range from $12 to $40/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Montevideo?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Montevideo are August 23, August 24, August 25.
How many hostels does HostelHound track in Montevideo?
HostelHound currently tracks 11 hostels in Montevideo, Uruguay.
Is Montevideo affordable compared to other hostel cities in Uruguay?
Montevideo is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Uruguay, with dorm prices starting from $12/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Montevideo?
Budget travelers mostly stay in Ciudad Vieja, around Calle Sarandí and the blocks near Plaza Constitución. You're on foot to the Rambla waterfront, Mercado del Puerto, and the main bus hub at Plaza Independencia. Barrio Sur is a quieter, slightly cheaper fallback a few blocks inland if Ciudad Vieja is full or overpriced.
What is the best time of year to visit Montevideo?
Hostels are cheapest from May through September. February is the crunch point: Carnival runs for several weeks, draws crowds from across the region, and beds in Ciudad Vieja fill up fast.