"Staying in a Casa Pueblo is more than a staying in a hotel, it is staying inside a living sculpture. It was an incredible experience in an incredibly beautiful and scenic place in the world."
"Spent 4 days and 4 nights at Hotel del Lago with my wife for a vacation and to golf. The staff was great, extremely helpful and hospitable. The building is a bit run down, as mentioned in other reviews, so that was expected. Could definitely use a deep cleaning, but we were there in the Spring so may have had some lingering winter dust to knock off. The breakfast was good, standard Uruguayan resort breakfast from our experience, the dinner had some good dishes too, and with Punta del Lago 20 minutes away the options are bountiful.
Can tell that this is definitely a family-oriented place and I image it gets very busy in the summer. Lot's to do. Paddle-boarding, biking, tennis, spa treatment and golf. There was also an impressive amount of artwork.
Club del Lago is maintained but clearly not used as much as it used to be. The course is not irrigated except for the greens, so many of the fairways were local weeds/grass with dirt patches, which added to the challenge. It was near empty and had an extremely mellow vibe. Staying at the hotel we did get "free" golf, but cart rentals were $40-$80 for 9/18 holes, which was fine as the carts were newer and nice. Wife rented clubs, they were "ok". Beautiful course with some great holes and very good scenery. Weather was perfect, the vibe was excellent, the course just wasn't maintained up to US standards but was still a great experience altogether. Definitely recommend, just know it's going to be a unique experience!"
What can I expect from a resort holiday in Punta Ballena?
Longing for a relaxing escape? Treat yourself to all the comforts of a resort, where you can find everything you want for your trip—from tasty food and drink options to activities and entertainment. Browse the resorts in the area and discover the one that's best for you, whether you envision yourself sitting down to fine dining or heading to the spa for a deep-tissue massage.
What's a favourite resort for my stay in Punta Ballena?
Here are our top-rated resorts near Punta Ballena: Alive Spa Resort - Luxury resort. 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Punta Ballena. Features 2 indoor pools, a full-service spa and a health club. Piedra de las Animas - 20.3 mi (32.7 km) from Punta Ballena. Enjoy the snack bar/deli, terrace and pool loungers. Cipriani Punta Del Este - Luxury resort. 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Punta Ballena. Amenities include 4 restaurants, 4 bars and a full-service spa.
What can I do in Punta Ballena?
Learn about local history at monuments like Casa Pueblo, or head to Solanas Beach for some time by the water. Laguna del Sauce and Arboreto Lussich are a few additional attractions in the area that you might like.
What's the seasonal weather like in Punta Ballena?
The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Punta Ballena is 1306 mm.
What's the best way to get to and around Punta Ballena?
Fly into Punta Del Este (PDP-Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo Intl.), which is located 4.3 mi (7 km) from the heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.