Hostels in PUNTA DEL ESTE, URUGUAY

Punta Del Este in Uruguay – The Flamboyant  Sea Side Resort

Punta del Este is a stylish and world class sea side resort on the southern tip of Uruguay, which draws scores of tourists all round the year. It is a peninsula that projects into the Atlantic Ocean and the best part is that its beaches can be accessed from all parts of the town. It is popular for its many beach activities like surfing, sailing and swimming.

Accommodation Options
There are different types of accommodation options in this city including budget hotels, beach resorts, self catering options, apartments and hostels among others. Most of the hostels are cheap, but offer all the conveniences like clean linen, private bathrooms, parking options, hot water and a totally equipped kitchen for those who want to whip up their own menu!

History
The Europeans made this city their colony at the beginning of the 16th century, which only came to an end at 18th century when the Portuguese reached the shores of Punta del Este and its surroundings.

Popular Places
Casa Pueblo in Punta Del Este, a beautiful creation by the Uruguayan painter and sculptor Carlos Páez Vilaró, is one of the popular attractions in this city. Constructed over a period of 36 years it has many sea facing rooms where fairs and exhibitions are held. The Punta del Este Lighthouse, built in 1860 to guide the ships cruising along the Atlantic is another must see. It is 45 meters in height and can be accessed by a flight of over 150 steps.

Getting Around
The guide to a comfortable travel in this city would suggest that the best way to explore the resort city of Punta del Este is by cars. Car hire options are much cheaper than taxis. There are bicycle and motorcycle hire facilities available for those who want to explore this fun spot at their own pace. A shuttle bus traverses the coast with stops at all major beach resorts. 

Places of Entertainment
The whole of Punta del Este is worth exploring as it ensures a bespoken holiday theme for everyone.  The shoppers would find the upscale Gorlero Avenue, quite impressive. Dotted with commercial galleries, cinemas, clubs, casinos and restaurants, this is the epicentre of entertainment in this city.  Shop for handicrafts items at the Artigas square or set out on an exciting horse ride through the hinterlands.

Currency
The Peso Urugayo is the currency of Uruguay currency. The lower denomination is centesimo. The exchange rates change according to the market fluctuations and you can keep a tab on it through online news bulletin and financial news.

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