Parador La Huella

Top choice in Uruguay


For a classic taste of José Ignacio’s rarefied atmosphere, drop in at this chic beachside eatery, where you can mingle with José Ignacio's beautiful people over sushi, grilled fish and clay-oven-fired pizza, all served up with dreamy ocean views and a soundtrack that ranges from Leonard Cohen to David Byrne.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Uruguay attractions

1. Playa Brava

18.72 MILES

This beach on the eastern (Atlantic Ocean) side of Punta del Este's long peninsula has rougher water, as reflected in the name Playa Brava (Fierce Beach).

2. La Mano en la Arena

18.99 MILES

Punta’s most famous landmark is this monster-sized sculpted hand protruding from the sands of Playa Brava. Constructed in iron and cement by Chilean…

3. Playa Mansa

19.04 MILES

This calm river beach straddles the western (Río de la Plata) side of Punta del Este's long narrow peninsula.

4. Isla de Lobos

19.09 MILES

About 10km offshore, this small island is home to the world’s second-largest southern sea-lion colony (200,000 at last count), along with colonies of…

5. Playa El Emir

19.29 MILES

This small beach on the eastern (Atlantic Ocean) side of Punta del Este's peninsula gets good waves, making it popular with surfers.

6. Playa de los Ingleses

19.78 MILES

On the Atlantic Ocean side of the peninsula, this is the southernmost of Punta del Este's many beaches, and a favorite with surfers.

7. Yacht Harbor

19.86 MILES

In summertime, Punta del Este's busy yacht harbor overflows with beautiful people, who come to see and be seen at the surrounding restaurants and clubs…

8. Isla Gorriti

20.7 MILES

Boats leave every half hour or so (daily from December through Carnaval, weekends rest of year) from Punta del Este’s yacht harbor for the 15-minute trip…