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The 10 Best Hostels in Punta del Este, Uruguay

Some of the best backpacker spots in Punta del Este

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La Quinta Hostel Bar is located in La Barra, Punta del Este. The establishment is located 10 km from downtown Punta del Este and "Los Dedos" beach, 5 km from Manantiales and 20 km from José Ignacio. The nearest beach is 1.5 km away.

Everything fine, but to enjoy the place, you should have a vehicle. It's a bit far away from everything.

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8.7
Excellent
204 reviews

Located in Punta del Este, 1.5 km from Montoya, Negrita Hostel provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. 2.3 km from Bikini and 2.9 km from Punta del Este Brava Beach, the property offers a bar and barbecue facilities. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

Spacious garden area and outdoor chairs and tables. Walking distant to the beach. They rent out surfboard for 10$ a a day, which is cheaper than the shop outside.

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8.6
Excellent
272 reviews
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$19.20
per night

Mundaka Hostel y Bar features a large garden with an outdoor pool. The hostel has free WiFi access in all areas.

Guests staying at Mundaka Hostel y Bar can opt between private rooms with air conditioning and a minibar, or shared dormitory rooms for budget travelers. All rooms have a lively décor and open views.

I loved the property for the nature, the cleaning and the stuff. How comfortable the rooms are and the place is cozy.

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8.8
Excellent
260 reviews

Boasting a games room and a garden, Hostel 32 offers comfortable dorm rooms with free Wi-Fi in a quiet area of Punta del Este, 100 metres from Playa Brava Beach. Punta Shopping Mall is 1.3 km.

The guestrooms at Hostel 32 are equipped with fans and safety lockers. Bathroom facilities are shared.

Excellent value and a privileged location near the beach. Clean and hospitable, with super nice people in a vibrant Punta scene. Alan was an excellent host being super helpful with anything I needed. Just a short walk away from the beach (100m) and then there's the pool and the top scenery. If you are a fellow traveler looking to stay in Punta, look no further!

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8.5
Very Good
239 reviews

At Del Barcito Hostel, rooms are distributed in two wings: one offering shared dormitories with common bathroom facilities, and another one with private rooms. All of them are decorated with vibrant colours and include heating.

The Hostel was near the beach, public transportation, and stores. The staff was awesome, they were helpful and available at all times.

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7.4
Good
108 reviews
Price from
$41.40
per night

Featuring an on site bar, The Trip Hostel offers budget rooms in Punta del Este. Free WiFi access is available in common areas.

"Featuring an on site bar, The Trip Hostel offers budget rooms in Punta del Este. Free WiFi access is available in common areas

I actually miss this hostel ! Such a cool vibe happening the most social hostel ever great location close to the beach

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7.4
Good
701 reviews
Price from
$10
per night

Offering sea views and located only 100 metres from the beach, Planet Punta del Este Hostel offers budget accommodations in Punta del Este. There is free WiFi access in common areas and common kitchen facilities are available for guest use.

Spectacular location in the heart of town and very close to the bus station. A rambling building with several dormitories. Mine, on the top floor, had its own bathroom with WC, shower and wash basin. Useful kitchen. Lots of space to sit, lounge, eat and meet.

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7.7
Good
227 reviews
Price from
$18
per night

Located in Punta del Este, Resiliencia features a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the hostel.

Pablo and all the team are so helpful and friendly, you feel like one of the family. and the breakfast is healthy and you get to choose what you eat! Pablo meant me a beach towel and a bike, free of charge.

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7.1
Good
13 reviews
Price from
$36
per night

Punta del Este Harbour is 7.6 km from the hostel, while Gorriti island is 7.8 km away. The nearest airport is Capitán de Corbeta Carlos A. Curbelo International Airport, 15 km from "El Pelícano" Hostal.

Great place in downtown Maldonado. very close to the main plaza and a quiet place to stay if you don’t like the hustle of Punta del Este.

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7
Good
39 reviews
Price from
$40.50
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • Avg. price/night: $161
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,564 reviews
    Great breakfast. Good facilities. Safe area. Great staff. It feels safe to be surrounded by so much protection. I guess having a casino in the hotel is quite convenient.
    gugleando
    Group
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 122 reviews
    Very nice and calm atmosphere, very safe, individual support by Andres and staff. Perfect for comfortable relaxing beach days to feel sun, sand and water in liberty. :-)
    Konrad
    Solo traveler
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 701 reviews
    Perfect location. Good showers. Good vibe. Good basic hostel
    Anna
    Group
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 701 reviews
    I actually miss this hostel ! Such a cool vibe happening the most social hostel ever great location close to the beach
    Lauren
    Solo traveler
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 79 reviews
    I’m traveling for 6 months and this was by far the best hostel I stayed in. The staff became like friends and the atmosphere is amazing. If you image a surfculture, this has the surfculture. The ultimate place to come to rest, close to a perfect beach and the nice streets of la barra. I would recommend this hostel all day to people. This hostel is for me a reason to come back to Uruguay next year. A big big fan here. Thanks for the wonderful stay here Cami, Vicky, Lu and Ines
    Jorn
    Solo traveler
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 701 reviews
    The hostel was quite cheap for Punta del Este and the location was great.
    Elodie
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $27
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 861 reviews
    Great location. It's a beautiful hostel, 5 minutes from the beach. Supermarkets are 15 min walk away.
    Laura
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $161
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,564 reviews
    Great location! Right across the street from a beautiful beach, easy walking distance to everything in town, and very, very safe! Pools and fitness center were excellent, and massage was fantastic! Excellent breakfast and meal services with abundant variety. Enjoyed variety of news services BBC, CNN, FOX, and Bloomberg. Front desk staff were outstanding in helping with reservations, transportation, and tours. Well done!
    Victor
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $44
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,040 reviews
    Great location, great hostel! The common areas were nice and cozy. The rooms were clean.
    raffaella
    Solo traveler
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 701 reviews
    You have to go there ones in your life or you will just miss the best hostel I ever went !
    maxime
    Solo traveler

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