Montevideo

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Dorm beds in Montevideo, Uruguay range from $12 to $40/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 11 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 4, Jul 5, Jul 6.

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Hostel prices in Montevideo, Uruguay

A typical dorm night in Montevideo runs about $12.

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Local knowledge for Montevideo

Where to stay

Budget travelers mostly stay in Ciudad Vieja, around Calle Sarandí and the blocks near Plaza Constitución. You're on foot to the Rambla waterfront, Mercado del Puerto, and the main bus hub at Plaza Independencia. Barrio Sur is a quieter, slightly cheaper fallback a few blocks inland if Ciudad Vieja is full or overpriced.

Getting around

  • Pick up a prepaid STM card (tarjeta STM) at any kiosk near Plaza Independencia. Every bus ride costs next to nothing and covers the whole city, including the route out to Pocitos beach.
  • Mercado del Puerto is priced for tourists. Mercado Agrícola de Montevideo (MAM) on Avenida Garibaldi has the same quality food stalls at half the price, and locals actually eat there.
  • The Sunday Feria Tristán Narvaja in the Cordón neighborhood stretches for about ten blocks and costs nothing to walk. Good for cheap snacks, used books, and getting a feel for the city without spending anything.

When to go

Hostels are cheapest from May through September. February is the crunch point: Carnival runs for several weeks, draws crowds from across the region, and beds in Ciudad Vieja fill up fast.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hostel in Montevideo cost per night?

Dorm beds in Montevideo currently range from $12 to $40/night based on the next 3 months of availability.

When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Montevideo?

Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Montevideo are July 4, July 5, July 6.

How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Montevideo?

HostelHawk currently tracks 11 hostels in Montevideo, Uruguay.

Where do backpackers stay in Montevideo?

Budget travelers mostly stay in Ciudad Vieja, around Calle Sarandí and the blocks near Plaza Constitución. You're on foot to the Rambla waterfront, Mercado del Puerto, and the main bus hub at Plaza Independencia. Barrio Sur is a quieter, slightly cheaper fallback a few blocks inland if Ciudad Vieja is full or overpriced.

What is the best time of year to visit Montevideo?

Hostels are cheapest from May through September. February is the crunch point: Carnival runs for several weeks, draws crowds from across the region, and beds in Ciudad Vieja fill up fast.