Luxury Travel Guide: Montevideo

Accommodation

$180-450 per night

Upscale boutique hotels, luxury resorts, premium suites with ocean views, high-end estancias

Food & Dining

$80-200 per day

Fine dining restaurants, premium steakhouses, hotel restaurants, private chef experiences, wine pairing dinners

Transportation

$60-180 per day

Private transfers, premium taxis, rental cars with driver, helicopter transfers, first-class ferry services

Activities

$120-400 per day

Private guided tours, exclusive wine estate visits, premium cultural experiences, luxury spa treatments, private yacht charters

Eat lunch at local parrillas during weekday lunch hours for set menus typically 40-60% cheaper than dinner prices

Use public buses instead of taxis - typically saves 70-80% on transportation costs throughout the city

Stay in neighborhoods like Cordón or Barrio Sur instead of touristy Pocitos for accommodation savings of 30-50%

Buy groceries at local supermarkets rather than convenience stores for 40-60% savings on snacks and basics

Take advantage of free cultural activities like outdoor concerts and art exhibitions, especially during summer months

Book accommodation 2-3 months in advance for potential savings of 20-40% during peak season

Eat empanadas and chivitos from neighborhood spots rather than tourist areas for typically 50-70% lower prices

Taking taxis everywhere instead of learning the efficient public bus system - can triple your transportation costs

Eating exclusively in Pocitos waterfront restaurants instead of exploring local neighborhoods - typically 100-150% markup in tourist zones

Not factoring in Uruguay's high tax rates on services - many prices don't include 22% VAT which significantly impacts budgets