Punta del Este
Uruguay · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Punta del Este, Uruguay range from $14 to $50/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound tracks 7 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Aug 12, Aug 13, Sep 1.
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Hostel prices in Punta del Este, Uruguay
A typical dorm night in Punta del Este runs about $18.
Based on current listed prices, September is typically the cheapest month (around $18/night) and August the most expensive (around $21/night).
At $14/night and up, Punta del Este is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Uruguay.
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Local knowledge for Punta del Este
Where to stay
Budget beds cluster in the older town center around the Mercado del Puerto and the streets behind the main strip, where prices are a fraction of the beachfront hotels. La Barra, the fishing village at the peninsula's northern tip, has a handful of cheaper guesthouses and a more local feel, but it is a long walk from the center and requires a bus or taxi to reach the main beaches.
Getting around
- The peninsula is small enough to walk, but the southern beaches (Brava and Manso) are at the opposite end from the northern fishing village of La Barra. Plan your day around one end or the other to avoid a long trek back to your hostel with sand in your shoes.
- Fly into Montevideo rather than the local Laguna del Sauce airport. MVD has far more connections and lower fares, and the bus ride to Punta del Este takes about two hours, saving a significant chunk of cash compared to the regional airport.
- Bring cash in Uruguayan pesos. While high-end spots in the center take cards, the smaller eateries, beach kiosks, and local buses often prefer or require cash, and ATMs can be scarce in the outer reaches of the peninsula.
When to go
Hostels are cheapest and easiest to book from May through September, when the town is quiet and the weather is cool. Prices spike and beds vanish from December through March, the Uruguayan summer, when domestic tourists and international visitors flood the peninsula for the heat and nightlife.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Punta del Este cost per night?
Dorm beds in Punta del Este currently range from $14 to $50/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Punta del Este?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Punta del Este are August 12, August 13, September 1.
How many hostels does HostelHound track in Punta del Este?
HostelHound currently tracks 7 hostels in Punta del Este, Uruguay.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Punta del Este?
Based on current availability, September has the lowest hostel prices in Punta del Este, with dorm beds typically around $18/night.
Is Punta del Este affordable compared to other hostel cities in Uruguay?
Punta del Este is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Uruguay, with dorm prices starting from $14/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Punta del Este?
Budget beds cluster in the older town center around the Mercado del Puerto and the streets behind the main strip, where prices are a fraction of the beachfront hotels. La Barra, the fishing village at the peninsula's northern tip, has a handful of cheaper guesthouses and a more local feel, but it is a long walk from the center and requires a bus or taxi to reach the main beaches.
What is the best time of year to visit Punta del Este?
Hostels are cheapest and easiest to book from May through September, when the town is quiet and the weather is cool. Prices spike and beds vanish from December through March, the Uruguayan summer, when domestic tourists and international visitors flood the peninsula for the heat and nightlife.