Punta del Este Sailing Travel Guide

Punta del Este Sailing Travel Guide

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Seals on the coast of Isla de Lobos, Punta del Este, Uruguay
Seals on the coast of Isla de Lobos, Punta del Este, Uruguay (Domino/Getty)

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Punta del Este Sailing Travel Tips

  • The Yacht Club of Punta del Este offers repair services and a social center overlooking the harbor. The Yacht Club and the city of Punta del Este host several regattas, including the Rolex Cup, throughout the year.
  • Winds are generally favorable for races and sailing, but geographic features like Gorritti Island and the sometimes-choppy waters in Moldonado Bay can create obstacles.
  • Punta is very crowded in the summer. Traveling during the shoulder season can make for an easier visit.

Beach Overview: Punta del Este, Uruguay

Punta del Este has reigned as one of South America's most glamorous beach destinations for the past several decades. The most important movie, television, and fashion celebrities of Buenos Aires descend on the city, particularly during the short period between Christmas and the middle of January, creating an intense, vibrant scene, known as the temporada (season). Most beachgoers in Uruguay are from neighboring Argentina, but the city Punta del Este has recently been discovered by American and European tourists. December through February is generally the high season, while November, March, and April make up the shoulder season, when costs drop significantly. Read More

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Hotels

Awa boutique + design Hotel

Av. Pedragosa Sierra y San Ciro.
Punta del Este 20100 Map

Distance: 0.7 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

expert favorite hotel
Good For Sailing
Expert Rated & Recommended
5.0

The Conrad Punta del Este Resort & Casino

Parada 4 on Rambla Claudio Williman
Punta del Este 20100 Map

Distance: 1.3 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
expert favorite hotel
Good For Sailing
Expert Rated & Recommended
5.0

Hostel Manantiales

Ruta 10 Km.164
Punta del Este Map

Distance: 8.8 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
expert favorite hotel
Good For Sailing
Expert Rated & Recommended
5.0

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Attractions

Gorriti Island

expert favorite attraction
Good For Sailing
Off the shore of the Rio de la Plata side of the city
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Distance: 0.7 mi. (from destination center)

Description: An island off the shore of the Rio de la Plata side of the city, known for scuba diving.... Read More
Expert Rated & Recommended
5_0

Playa Bikini

expert favorite attraction
Good For Sailing
Several miles from downtown, past Playa Montoya on the ocean side
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Distance: 0.7 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Playa Bikini is several miles from downtown, past Playa Montoya on the ocean side. It's known for girl watching and surfing.... Read More
Expert Rated & Recommended
5_0

Playa Brava

expert favorite attraction
Good For Sailing
Near the downtown on the Atlantic side.
Rambla Lorenzo Batlle Pacheco
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Distance: 0.7 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Playa Brava is one of the main beaches near the downtown on the Atlantic side.... Read More
Expert Rated & Recommended
5_0

Airports

Major Airports near Punta del Este

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Other Smaller Airports near Punta del Este

Distance (mi.)
Montevideo Carrasco Airport 68.3 map
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport 210.2 map



Punta del Este Vacation Rentals

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from: $428

PuntaDelEste-penisula-villa-sunsetViews-decks-Pool

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Sleeps: 9
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, BBQ, Balcony, Blender, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Full kitchen, Garage, Hair Dryer, Internet Access, Iron, Laundry, Microwave, Oven, Patio, Pets OK, Phone, Playground, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Screened porch, Smoking OK, Stereo, Stove, Swimming Pool, TV, Toaster, Towels
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from: $2642

Large 7 Bedroom Suite

Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms: 7
Sleeps: 14
Amenities: Air Conditioning, BBQ, Balcony, Garage, Jacuzzi, Swimming Pool
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from: $2285

New 3 Bedroom House

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Sleeps: 6
Amenities: BBQ, Garage, Swimming Pool

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