Walking, dining and the port
Península
The original town on the point, with Gorlero avenue, the port and the lighthouse.
Where to stay in Punta del Este
Punta del Este zones and beaches
Punta del Este is a string of beaches and neighborhoods, not one town. Explore the map, then read a guide for each area. Paradas are the numbered beach stops along the rambla that locals use as addresses.
From the calm Mansa to José Ignacio.
Every zone on one map
Explore every zone
Search, tap a card to fly the map there, or tap a marker to open its guide. Our apartment is in the Playa Mansa zone around Parada 18.
14 zones
Calm water close to the Península
Playa Mansa, paradas 1 to 9
The first stretch of the bay beach, a short walk from the Península.
Sunsets and family beach days
Playa Mansa, paradas 10 to 20
Residential bay-side stretch of the Mansa; the StrataSix home base at Parada 18.
Surf and open-ocean beaches
Playa Brava
The Atlantic side of town, with bigger waves and Los Dedos at Parada 1.
Shopping and year-round services
Roosevelt
The main avenue linking the bay to San Rafael, with Punta Shopping and everyday services.
Quiet residential base near the Brava
Aidy Grill
Leafy residential streets a short walk from Playa Brava.
Green, residential calm
Cantegril
Wooded residential area around the Cantegril Country Club.
Classic houses by the Brava
San Rafael
Traditional residential area on the Brava side, known for its large houses.
Wooded privacy
Beverly Hills
Quiet wooded streets inland from San Rafael, home to Museo Ralli.
Pine woods on the bay
Pinares
Pine-wooded residential area along the far end of the Mansa.
Summer nightlife and galleries
La Barra
Beach village across the wavy bridge, with shops, galleries and restaurants.
A slow, stylish day trip
José Ignacio
Small village on a point with a lighthouse, about 45 minutes east.
Views and Casapueblo
Punta Ballena
Rocky headland west of town with Casapueblo and the best sunset views.
Choose your base
Zones at a glance
Each zone suits a different stay, from family beach days on the Mansa to surf at Manantiales and quiet weeks in José Ignacio.
Walking, dining and the port
Península
Restaurants, shops, the yacht harbour and both coastlines within a short walk of each other. Busy and lively in January, calm and local the rest of the year.
Read the guideCalm water close to the Península
Playa Mansa, paradas 1 to 9
Calm water for swimming and towers along the rambla with the Península and the port close by. Popular and busier in high season.
Read the guideStrataSix hereSunsets and family beach days
Playa Mansa, paradas 10 to 20
Calm water, wide sand and sunsets over the bay, with Maldonado’s supermarkets and services a few minutes inland. Home to the StrataSix apartment in the St. Moritz building, one block from the beach.
Read the guideSurf and open-ocean beaches
Playa Brava
Open-ocean beaches for surfing, long walks and beach clubs. Stronger currents than the Mansa, so swim only where lifeguards are posted.
Read the guideShopping and year-round services
Roosevelt
Supermarkets, the main shopping mall and medical services along one avenue. Practical rather than scenic, and handy for longer stays.
Read the guideQuiet residential base near the Brava
Aidy Grill
Houses and low buildings close to the Brava beaches and Punta Shopping. Quiet at night and convenient by car.
Read the guideGreen, residential calm
Cantegril
Pine-lined streets, houses with gardens and sports clubs between the two coasts. Best with a car, as beaches and shops are a short drive away.
Read the guideClassic houses by the Brava
San Rafael
Wide streets, mature trees and quick access to the Brava beaches. Mostly houses, with few shops within walking distance.
Read the guideWooded privacy
Beverly Hills
Houses among pines and eucalyptus, away from the summer traffic. A car is essential for beaches and shopping.
Read the guidePine woods on the bay
Pinares
Calm bay beaches and shaded streets between Maldonado and Punta Ballena. Quieter than the Península, with sunsets over the water.
Read the guideSummer nightlife and galleries
La Barra
A lively main street in high season, surf beaches and the famous Leonel Viera bridge. Much quieter outside January and February.
Read the guideSurf and beach clubs
Manantiales
Open-ocean beaches, surf breaks and a young summer crowd. Small and relaxed off season, with fewer services than town.
Read the guideA slow, stylish day trip
José Ignacio
Two beaches, a lighthouse and relaxed restaurants in a low-rise village. Best as a day trip from Punta del Este, ideally staying for sunset.
Read the guideViews and Casapueblo
Punta Ballena
Viewpoints over both bays, Casapueblo and the Lussich arboretum nearby. About 20 minutes from Parada 18 by car.
Read the guide