Beach Resorts in Punta del Este, Uruguay

On a peninsula between the Atlantic Ocean and the Rio de la Plata is the beach resort destination of Punta del Este, Uruguay. Catch waves in the crashing surf on the Atlantic side. Kayak and swim on the calmer riverside shores. Hike through forests and sled the sand dunes. Punta del Este's resorts are waiting to spoil you after a day of play.

Barradas Parque Hotel

Near the beach of Playa Mansa sits the Barradas Parque Hotel. Rent bikes and snorkel gear through the front desk. Take a dip at one of the two outdoor pools. Light appetizers and snacks are served at the restaurant by the pool. The main restaurant features a daily breakfast buffet. Stay in bed and order room service--available to you 24 hours a day. Each of the 78 rooms and suites are equipped with cable television, safe deposit box, air-conditioning, Wi-Fi and robes. Treat yourself to an afternoon at the hotel's spa and sauna. Check out the game room.

Barradas Parque Hotel
Rio Branco y Avenida Francia
Parada 9, Playa Mansa
Punta del Este, Uruguay
(+598) 04 248 1527
hotelbarradas.com.uy

Las Dunas is the first five-star hotel in Punta del Este and the only hotel right on the beach. Enjoy coffee on your private terrace with ocean views. Each of the 72 rooms features an equipped kitchenette. Dine out at the hotel's main restaurant or the casual bistro. Grab drinks and snacks at the beach bar. Las Dunas offers spa services, a gym and beauty salon. Stroll through the gardens or grab a kayak and head to the water. Swim in either of the two outdoor pools or the heated indoor pool. Children can enjoy the nursery and playroom while the adults play billiards or check out a movie in the hotel theater.

Las Dunas Hotel and Spa de Mar
Ruta 10, Manantiales
Punta del Este, Uruguay
(+598) 04 277 1211
lasdunas.com.uy

Conrad Punta del Este Resort and Casino

A short walk from La Mansa Beach is the Conrad Resort and Casino. Each guest room boasts terraces with coastline views. Arrange boat trips, water-skiing or surfing lessons through the front desk. Choose from five different restaurants, each featuring different cuisines from fine dining to a casual bar and grill. Take advantage of the health club, spa and indoor/outdoor pools. Drop the children at the kids club and play a game of tennis or head to the casino. Currency exchange, luggage storage and car rental services are available in the lobby.

Conrad Punta del Este Resort and Casino
Parada 4, Playa Mansa
Punta del Este, Uruguay
(+598) 42 491 111
conradhotels1.hilton.com

Article Written By Anne Marie Bailey

Based in Southern California, Anne Marie Bailey has been a freelance writer since 2008. She has been published in "EAT Magazine" and is a regular contributor to Trails.com and eHow. Bailey holds a Bachelor of Arts in cultural anthropology from the University of Colorado.

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