Punta Del Este’s is a very chic resort area, often nicknamed the St. Tropez of uruguay. It sports gorgeous beaches, nightclubs comparable to those in New York City, and a casino to rival those in Las Vegas, all within easy distance of your Punta Del Este hotel. Punta Del Este Hotels encourage water sports, including lazy days on the sand of the beautiful beaches, but also boating, jet skiing, windsurfing, and water skiing. When planning your vacation, consider what you enjoy most, as there are both types of beaches here, Playa Mansa (calm sea beach) and Playa Brava (rough sea beach) and there are Punta Del Este Hotels nearby both. Sightseeing can be easy on horseback, and many Punta Del Este Hotels will be happy to arrange trips for you to see amazing Casapueblo and the Punta del Este Lighthouse. Do not miss a trip to Gorriti Island while you are in Punta Del Este. Its two beaches are relatively unspoiled and it’s a great place for water sports of all kinds. High season in Punta Del Este is winter (December-February in the southern hemisphere) and it’s both laid back during the day and humming at night.