We were advised by the local Hertz agent in Punta del Este to check out Casapueblo at sunset. Great advice, as this was one of the most beautiful sunsets I've ever seen. The patio area out back has a broad view of the horizon and surrounding coast, which is complemented with bar service and a voiceover poem written by the... more

You must know that this hotel was designed by a disciple of Pablo Picasso. That in itself says quite a bit about the extraordinary architecture. About the exterior design, well, it reminded me of something straight from the set of Star Wars. Apparently, the designer 'hated right angles' and that's why along the corridors and walls and beams and ceilings,... more

Tired, old hotel but in a fantastic location. Rooms are basic with scarily old plumbing and the corridors are very dark and badly-lit. Lots of stairs and few handrails- in the UK, Health and Safety would close it down! Poor food and service, eg: reception did not pass on a message to us until 11.00pm, when it had been received... more

The place was really beautiful. Every photo you will see of this place will make it look magical. We had a good time here, but there were definitely some issues. When I had booked the room, I had told them that we wanted a double room (but since everything was in Spanish for the booking, I guess they had confused... more