Punta del Este, Uruguay

The Grand delivers clean, spacious rooms with stunning beach views and excellent breakfast. Staff are friendly and helpful, though the beach restaurant crew lacks enthusiasm. Food and drinks cost way more than they should, and the location feels isolated from the charming parts of town.

Rooms vary wildly in condition. Some guests praise spacious layouts with kitchens and comfortable beds, while others report dirty rooms, worn mattresses, and broken blinds. Poor soundproofing lets outside noise in. Staff is consistently kind, but the restaurant closes in low season so you eat out for lunch and dinner. The indoor pool and gym work well.

Spacious modern rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and excellent showers impress guests. Staff consistently goes above and beyond with personalized service. Breakfast buffet offers good variety but can get chaotic during busy times. Beach walks take 15-20 minutes.