Day trip
60 minBodega Garzón
Garzón
A large modern winery in the hills near Garzón, with tastings and a restaurant.
Punta del Este · Uruguay
Wake up on Playa Mansa.
A three-bedroom apartment with ocean views at the St. Moritz, Parada 18 de la Mansa. A full workspace with a standing desk, a monitor and fast Wi-Fi, plus pools and a balcony grill for after hours.
- 3 bedrooms · 3 baths
- Sleeps 6
- Standing desk · monitor
- Third floor · elevator
The apartment
Three bedrooms at Parada 18 de la Mansa
Unit 302 of the St. Moritz building, one block from the sand: a king suite with a desk and walk-in closet, a queen room, a kids' room with two single beds and a crib, three bathrooms, and a balcony with a grill and an ocean view.
- 3bedrooms
- 3bathrooms
- 4beds
- 6guests
Start with local context
Plan your stay in Punta del Este
Zones and beaches
Compare the Península, Playa Mansa, Playa Brava, La Barra and José Ignacio on a map.
Open the map →Getting here
Ferries and buses from Buenos Aires, the road from Montevideo and the airport transfers.
Read the guide →When to come
High season, Carnaval, quiet winters and the whale months, month by month.
Read the guide →Places we recommend
Punta del Este on one map.
Beaches, sights, day trips and everyday essentials, with the minutes from our apartment at Parada 18. Tap a card to fly the map there; tap a marker to jump to its card.
31 places
Museum
20 minCasapueblo
Punta Ballena
Carlos Páez Vilaró’s whitewashed house, studio and museum on the cliffs of Punta Ballena.
Day trip
45 minFaro de José Ignacio
José Ignacio
The lighthouse on the rocky point of José Ignacio.
Attraction
12 minLos Dedos (La Mano)
Playa Brava
Mario Irarrázabal’s giant hand rising from the sand at Parada 1 of the Brava.
Attraction
2 minMansa rambla at sunset
Playa Mansa
The seafront promenade at Parada 18, facing west over the bay.
Attraction
2 minPlaya Mansa
Playa Mansa
The calm bay-side beach that runs from the port to Pinares.
Attraction
20 minPuente Leonel Viera (La Barra bridge)
La Barra
The wavy bridge over the Maldonado stream that leads into La Barra.
Residence
0 minStrataSix, St. Moritz
Playa Mansa
A three-bedroom, three-bathroom apartment with ocean views, one block from Playa Mansa.
Park
20 minArboretum Lussich
Punta Ballena
A large wooded park planted with trees from around the world.
Attraction
12 minAvenida Gorlero
Península
The main street of the Península, lined with shops, cafes and restaurants.
Transport
90 minCarrasco International Airport (MVD)
Montevideo
Uruguay’s main international airport, outside Montevideo.
Attraction
15 minFaro de Punta del Este
Península
The historic white lighthouse near the tip of the Península.
Attraction
15 minIglesia de la Candelaria
Península
The small white church facing the sea at the end of the Península.
Day trip
30 minIsla Gorriti
Península
A pine-covered island in the bay with quiet beaches and old fortifications.
Day trip
60 minIsla de Lobos
Península
A rocky island offshore with one of the largest sea lion colonies in the region.
Park
10 minLaguna del Diario
Punta Ballena
A lagoon between Pinares and Punta Ballena, popular for kayaking and birdwatching.
Transport
20 minLaguna del Sauce Airport (PDP)
Maldonado
Punta del Este’s own airport, Capitán de Corbeta Carlos A. Curbelo.
Museum
25 minMACA and Fundación Pablo Atchugarry
Manantiales
A contemporary art museum and sculpture park in the hills behind Manantiales.
Attraction
7 minMaldonado city centre
Maldonado
The department capital, with its cathedral on Plaza San Fernando.
Attraction
15 minMirador Punta Ballena
Punta Ballena
Roadside lookout on the headland with views over both bays.
Museum
8 minMuseo Ralli
Beverly Hills
A museum of contemporary Latin American art set in gardens in Beverly Hills.
Day trip
40 minPiriápolis and Cerro San Antonio
Piriápolis
A classic seaside town to the west, with a long rambla and a hill lookout.
Attraction
25 minPlaya Bikini
Manantiales
The fashionable surf beach of Manantiales.
Attraction
12 minPlaya Brava
Playa Brava
The open Atlantic beach on the east side of town.
Attraction
13 minPlaya El Emir
Península
The surf beach on the ocean side of the Península.
Attraction
12 minPlaza Artigas fair
Península
The central square on Gorlero, home to the artisans’ fair.
Day trip
70 minPueblo Garzón
Garzón
A tiny inland village of low houses around a quiet central square.
Attraction
12 minPuerto de Punta del Este
Península
The yacht harbour, with seafood restaurants and boats to the islands.
Service
8 minPunta Shopping
Roosevelt
The main shopping mall, on Avenida Roosevelt.
Transport
10 minTerminal de Ómnibus Punta del Este
Península
The bus terminal at the entrance to the Península.
Service
5 minTienda Inglesa, Atlántico Punta
Maldonado
The closest large supermarket to the apartment, in the Atlántico Punta centre.
Local guides
Guides for Punta del Este
★ FeaturedNeighborhoods
6 min readWhere to Stay in Punta del Este: Every Zone Compared
The Península, Playa Mansa, Playa Brava, the inland neighbourhoods, La Barra and José Ignacio compared, with the parada system explained.
Read the guide★ FeaturedNeighborhoods
5 min readPlaya Mansa, Punta del Este: A Local Guide to the Calm Side
How the Mansa paradas work, why the bay water is calmer, where to watch the sunset and what daily life looks like around the middle paradas.
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★ FeaturedNeighborhoods
5 min readPlaya Mansa vs Playa Brava: Which Punta del Este Beach Suits You?
Calm bay or open Atlantic: how the two beaches differ in water, wind, surf, safety, sunsets and daily life, and who should choose which.
Read the guide★ FeaturedDay trips
6 min readPunta Ballena and Casapueblo: Sunset, Museum and Mirador
Visit Carlos Páez Vilaró's Casapueblo, stay for the sunset ceremony and stop at the Punta Ballena viewpoint, a short trip west from Playa Mansa.
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★ FeaturedTransportation
6 min readBuenos Aires to Punta del Este: Ferry, Bus, Flight or Car
Every way across the Río de la Plata compared: ferry and bus combinations, flights to Punta del Este or Montevideo, and the drive, with documents and rough times.
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★ FeaturedPlanning
6 min readThe Best Time to Visit Punta del Este: A Month-by-Month Guide
High season, Carnaval and Easter week in 2027, the quieter shoulder months, winter and whale season, with what the weather is really like in each.
Read the guidePunta del Este questions
Where is the StrataSix apartment in Punta del Este?+
It is Unit 302 of the St. Moritz building at Parada 18 de la Mansa, one block from the sand on the calm bay side of town. It is not on the Península: Gorlero, the port and the lighthouse are about 12 to 15 minutes away by car, and central Maldonado is about 7.
What is the difference between Playa Mansa and Playa Brava?+
Playa Mansa faces the bay, with calmer water, easier swimming and sunsets over the sea. Playa Brava faces the open Atlantic, with bigger waves, surfers and Los Dedos at Parada 1. On the Brava, swim only where lifeguards are posted.
When is the best time to visit Punta del Este?+
January and early February are peak summer, with the warmest water, the most events and the busiest roads and beaches. December, late February and March are calmer and still warm enough for the beach. Winter is quiet and cool, good for long stays and walks rather than swimming.
Is there a minimum stay, and can I stay for a month or longer?+
The minimum stay is three nights. Longer stays are welcome; check your dates in the booking engine or contact us to ask about a month or more.
How do I get to Punta del Este from Montevideo or Buenos Aires?+
From Carrasco International Airport (MVD) it is about 90 minutes by car, and ómnibus services run along the coast to the Punta del Este terminal. From Buenos Aires you can take a ferry to Montevideo or Colonia and continue by road, or fly directly to Laguna del Sauce (PDP) when flights are scheduled. Check current timetables before you travel.
How do I get from Laguna del Sauce airport to the apartment?+
Laguna del Sauce (PDP) is about 20 minutes from Parada 18 by car. Book a transfer or a rental car in advance, especially in high season.
Is Punta del Este good for families?+
Yes. Playa Mansa’s calm water suits children, and the apartment sleeps six in three bedrooms with three bathrooms, plus a building pool. Days out to Casapueblo, the port’s sea lions or Isla Gorriti are easy with kids.
Can I work remotely from the apartment?+
Yes. The apartment has Wi-Fi and a desk in the main bedroom. We recommend mobile data as a backup for important calls.