Where to stay · Most central

Most central neighbourhoods in Montevideo

Where to stay in Montevideo to minimise transit time — the best-located neighbourhoods for accessing major sights, transport hubs, and restaurants on foot.

AllBudgetLocal feelNightlifeFamiliesWalkabilityMost central

Top pick for most central

Ciudad Vieja

The colonial old town — Mercado del Puerto, Palacio Salvo, and the city's most atmospheric streets.

Ciudad Vieja Montevideo — Palacio Salvo, the iconic art deco tower of the old city

Ciudad Vieja

Top pick

The colonial old town — Mercado del Puerto, Palacio Salvo, and the city's most atmospheric streets.

9/10

Walk

6/10

Price

7/10

Local

10/10

Central

Centro Montevideo — pedestrians on a city street in the heart of the Uruguayan capital

Centro & Punta Carretas

Good

The commercial spine — Tres Cruces transport hub, Punta Carretas mall, and everyday Montevideo life.

8/10

Walk

8/10

Price

8/10

Local

9/10

Central

Pocitos Montevideo — the city alongside the Río de la Plata on a clear sunny day

Pocitos

Trade-off

Upscale beach neighbourhood — Rambla café culture, expat community, and Montevideo's most liveable feel.

9/10

Walk

4/10

Price

8/10

Local

7/10

Central

Palermo Montevideo — Parque Rodó lake with palms, the green heart of the bohemian quarter

Palermo & Parque Rodó

Trade-off

Bohemian arts quarter — street murals, independent restaurants, and the city's creative scene.

8/10

Walk

7/10

Price

9/10

Local

7/10

Central

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