URUGUAY

EL VIAJERO HOSTEL & SUITES COLONIA

This hostel has high ceilings with wide sky- Washington Barbot 164
Uruguay, one of the smallest of
lights, neat fireplaces, cable TV and DVDs, COLONIA DEL SACRAMENTO
the South American republics,
+598 (0)52 22683
is located by the Atlantic great BBQ area, a solarium and a hip bar
info@elviajerocolonia.com
Ocean between Argentina and offering delish food on Wed-Thu-Fri. There
Brazil. Its population is about are private rooms and dorms, all ensuite and with A/C. Located 700 m away
3 million inhabitants, half of which from the port and bus station, just a 100 m from the famous
live in the capital, Montevideo.
“Historical Town” and 1500 m from beautiful beaches!
Its 500 km (300 miles) of fine
sandy beaches, forests, hills, hot Bike & Scooter rentals and horseback riding outings, FUN!
springs, art festivals, numerous
opportunities for sport and
entertainment, and above all its EL VIAJERO CIUDAD VIEJA HOSTEL Ituzaingo 1436
people, make Uruguay an ideal MONTEVIDEO
Ciudad Vieja Hostel is located a few steps +598 (0)2 9156192
place to visit all year round.
away from the most attractive sites of the city info@ciudadviejahostel.com
Highlights and has excellent nightlife at its doorstep.
This 19th century two-storey house, offers comfy twin rooms and dorms
:: Colonia del Sacramento has a charming Barrio Histórico (historic quarter) with shared baths. What’s more, you get to use these amenities:
that was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1995. It has cobblestone 2 full kitchens, solarium and terrace, BBQ area, cable TV and a
streets built by the Portuguese in the 17th century and contains some brilliant cool bar where weekly activities take place, including tango
examples of colonial architecture. Among the notable attractions around Plaza
Mayor (main square) are: Museo Portugues, Museo de Azulejo (Tile Museum), Casa shows, pizza & chivitos nights and asado* & stadium outings.
del Almirante Brown which houses Museo Municipal, Casa de Nacarello, Iglesia
Matriz (Uruguay’s oldest church) and El Faro (the lighthouse).
NEW!
:: Montevideo’s architecture combines colonial, European and modern influences. EL VIAJERO DOWNTOWN MONTEVIDEO HOSTEL
The Ciudad Vieja (old City) is one of Montevideo’ major tourist attractions. It is
also famous for its nightlife and its Saturday morning open market. The Puerta de This hostel is strategically located in downtown Soriano 1073 corner Paraguay
MONTEVIDEO
la Ciudadela (Door to the Citadel), the Cabildo (the old town council hall), the Montevideo, just 2 blocks from one of the
Cathedral, the Plaza Matriz, Plaza Zabala and the Port Market (with excellent +598 (0)2 9082913
main avenues (18 de Julio) and only 10 minutes info@elviajerodowntown.com
parrillas* and seafood restaurants) are fine examples of Uruguay’s colonial past.
from the main tourist attractions. Take your
:: Punta del Este is the in vogue beach, full of restaurants, cultural activities and pick between their 12 ensuite private rooms or ensuite dorms.
parties year round. Some of its most famous beaches are Portezuelo, La Barra (15
km from PDE) with its characteristic undulating bridge and the Manantiales Free Breakfast - Internet - Wi-Fi in all 6 El Viajero Hostels!!
beaches. José Ignacio (20 km from PDE) hosts the Playa Mansa (quiet beach), and
the Playa Brava (with stronger surf). You can also visit the “The Hand in the Sand”, 10% off and stay 4 All El Viajero Hostels follow the same
the hippie market, the old lighthouse and do a boat trip to Isla de Lobos. nights, pay 3 with
Get South! (offer not concept, party hostels with young
:: La Pedrera is a small and exclusive resort with beaches good for surfing, bilingual staff ready to share great info
valid from 24/12 to
windsurfing, bodyboarding, diving and sport fishing. It is the ocean’s outstanding
the end of Carnival) and fun times with you.
beauty, encouraging waves, fine white sand and majestic rocks that make these
beaches truly unique.
Check them out at www.elviajerohostels.com
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** Glossary**
EL VIAJERO MANANTIALES HOSTEL Ruta 10 Km 164
PUNTA DEL ESTE •Albergue / Hostal: hostel •Iglesia: church
Located 20 minutes away from the centre of +598 (0)42 774427 •Amigo: friend •Isla: island
Punta del Este and nearby surfer’s paradise info@elviajeropuntadeleste.com •Asado: barbeque •Lago: lake
“Bikini Beach”. There are double rooms and
•Barco: boat/ship •Laguna: lagoon
dorms with lockers and shared baths. You can also use the
•Barrio: neighborhood •Locro: an Andean stew dish
complete kitchen and take in wonderful views from the
•Bodegas: wineries •Lomito: a tasty sandwich made
4 terraces. Get a tan at their swimming pool and deck
with hammocks and solarium, or sit at their open-air bar •Boliche: clubs, discos with beef, chicken or pork
while enjoying yummy food, drinks and good tunes. •Bosque: forest •Mariscos: shellfish
•Buceo: scuba diving •Mate: traditional tea drunk from
NEW! •Cabaña: cabin, cottage a gourd with a metal straw
EL VIAJERO BRAVA BEACH HOSTEL •Cabildo: old town hall •Micro: local bus (Chile)
Av. Francia & Charrúa •¿Cachai?: get it? (Chile) •Milanesas: deep fried or oven
Convenientely located in the heart of Punta del •Cancha: fútbol stadium baked breaded veal or chicken
PUNTA DEL ESTE
Este, only 3 blocks from the bus station and •Cañón: canyon •Mina: mine, chick (girl)
+598 (0)42 480331
“Playa Brava” with the famous hand sculpture. info@elviajerobravabeach.com •Cardón: giant cactus •Mochilero: backpacker
This hostel is just steps away from the main •Cascada: waterfall •Montaña: mountain
downtown tourist attractions: Gorlero street, the Yacht Club with its endless •Castillo: castle •Novio/a: boy/girlfriend
nightlife, Conrad Hotel, the lighthouse, artisan plaza and the trendy Punta •Cerro: hill •Ñandú: South American ostrich
beaches La Brava and La Mansa. They offer both ensuite private and •Ciudad: city •Parque: park
shared rooms making this your beach paradise! •Che: Hey •Parrilla: grill
•Chicas: girls •Peña: places to enjoy traditional
EL VIAJERO PEDRERA HOSTEL Calle 6 n/n (150m away the water tank) •Chivito: Uruguayan sandwich music, dances and local food
An ideal spot to rest and relax, LA PEDRERA •Choripán: sausage in a bun •Playa: beach
+598 (0)47 92252 •Cordillera: mountain range •Plaza: square
surrounded by a forest and close
info@elviajerolapedrera.com
to the main street, bus stop and only •Desayuno: breakfast •Pololo/a: boy/girlfriend (Chile)
500 m from the beach. This dreamy hostel offers double rooms with ensuite •Desierto: desert •Porteño: Buenos Aires or
baths, dorms, wide common area, TV/DVD room, fully equipped •Dulce de leche: caramel Valparaíso native
kitchen with earth oven, grill and a bar. Catch some sun rays in the •Empanadas: pastries filled with •Posada: inn
gorgeous garden or on the terrace with wooden deck. Surf lessons, bike beef, ham and cheese, etc. •Pueblo: town
rentals and daily dinners are taken care of by the friendly bilingual staff. •Estancia: ranches •Puerto: port
WARNING:
•Estero: marshal •Quebrada: gorge
10% off and stay 4
nights, pay 3 with it’s normally closed •Fogón: bonfire •Río: river
from April to •Fútbol: soccer, football •Salar / Salinas: salt flats
Get South! (offer not October, so ask
valid from 24/12 to before getting there! •Gauchos: Argentinean cowboys •Tren: train
the end of Carnival) •Guanaco: small llama •Valle: valley
•Hospedaje: type of accommodation •Vino: wine
Reserve at www.elviajerohostels.com
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