Dein Aufenthalt — Pedro Figari
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Das Eigentum — Pedro Figari
Pedro Figari is a tidy, walkable three-star in the old-town barrio of Ciudad Vieja, set in a restored 19th-century building with high ceilings, original ironwork and a small courtyard. It’s a sensible base for budget-conscious travellers who value location over frills: the lobby is functional, with terracotta floors, a front desk that speaks decent English, and free weak Wi-Fi. There’s a simple breakfast of medialunas, coffee and fruit, and the USP is being two blocks from the Mercado del Puerto and three from the port terminal. Suits solo explorers, couples on a shoestring, and anyone who wants to step out and immediately hit the historic centre.
Chroniken von Montevideo
Montevideo was founded in 1726 by Spanish colonists as a fortress city to counter Portuguese expansion from Brazil. Its Ciudad Vieja retains a grid of cobbled streets, colonial buildings and art deco gems, the result of a late-19th-century boom when Uruguay was one of the world’s wealthiest nations. The city’s architecture mixes neoclassical, baroque and modernist touches—the Palacio Salvo and the neoclassical Solís Theatre are landmarks. Contemporary Montevideo is a laid-back, working port city with a strong café culture, a thriving independent theatre scene and a famously progressive social identity. Its residents, montevideanos, place a high value on public space, sunset strolls along the Rambla and mate-drinking in parks.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Montevideo-Guide →Die besten Monate
November and March bring warm, dry weather (20-25°C) and fewer tourists than the midsummer peak, with clear skies for coastal walking and outdoor events like the Montevideo Jazz Festival (late March).
Peak / Festival Surge
January is peak season—Carnaval preparations and summer crowds fill the city with drumming and street parades. Hotel prices at three-star properties like Pedro Figari typically rise 30-50% above shoulder rates, and advance booking is essential.
Budget Schulter Saison
April and October offer mild temperatures (12-20°C), lower humidity and significant discounts on rooms—often 25-40% off peak rates. Crowds thin, and the city’s autumn colours or spring blooms are pleasant.
Wetter & Verpackung
Montevideo in winter (June–August) is cool and damp, with highs rarely above 15°C and frequent drizzle from cold fronts sweeping off the Río de la Plata. Pack a waterproof jacket, layers (jumper, scarf, closed shoes) and an umbrella—even in late June you’ll need them daily.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Montevideo
- The new urban bus system, STM (Sistema de Transporte Metropolitano), launched in early 2026: tap-on contactless cards replace cash on all city buses, and routes have been reorganised—download the STM app for live routes from Ciudad Vieja.
- Several streets in the Ciudad Vieja are undergoing repaving through June 2026; expect some pedestrian diversions around Sarandí and Juan Carlos Gómez, but access to Mercado del Puerto remains open.
- The wet winter has raised the Río de la Plata levels, so the Rambla may have spotty closures for high tide; check municipal updates before planning a coastal cycle or run.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Pedro Figari, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a front-facing room on floor 2 or 3. The Rambla República de México is a coastal boulevard with ocean views from upper floors; higher floors also reduce street-level traffic noise. Floor 3 has fewer footfall sounds from above.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms at the rear of the building or facing internal courtyards — they may pick up kitchen/service noise and have no view. Also skip floor 1: closer to the street and lift activity.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on floor 2 or 3 look out across the Rambla towards the Río de la Plata. You'll see the water, the promenade, and maybe the iconic Montevideo coastline — not a full sea view but a genuine city-meets-sea scene.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are quietest. The single lift means less disturbance on upper floors, and both floors are above the street bustle.
🔊 Noise notes
Rambla República de México carries steady traffic during the day (cars, taxis, buses). At night it quiets down but still hums. The single lift might cause some audible whirring on floor 1; no bar or service entrance noise data available.
Insider tips
1. Skip the free street parking — it's scarce and risky overnight. Walk 10 minutes to Estacionamiento Pocitos (Avenida Brasil 3300) for $8 USD; book in advance if you're arriving late. 2. Check in early afternoon if you can — the single lift can mean a wait during peak check-in/out times (10am–12pm, 3pm–5pm).
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — Pedro Figari
Free WiFi throughout, sufficient for video calls and streaming; no login or password needed—just accept terms
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newspaper service; no complimentary physical papers; the building is a 1960s modernist block with original terrazzo floors
Check-in from 13:00, check-out by 11:00; early bag drop allowed from 09:00; late checkout until 14:00 costs $25 USD, subject to availability
Free luggage storage on day of arrival and departure, at reception
Step-free main entrance via ramp; lift accesses all guest floors; no adapted rooms; bathroom thresholds may be a few cm high
No on-site parking; nearest public car park (Estacionamiento Pocitos) at Avenida Brasil 3300, $8 USD overnight; no EV charging
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: 21% VAT (IVA) included in rates; no additional city tax or resort fee
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; at check-in, a $50 USD hold on credit card for incidentals
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: Parroquía Stella Maris (479 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Christ Church (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Capilla Oratorio Espiritu Santo (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Plaza Carlos Thays — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 451 m · ~6 min walk
Farmashop 16 — 717 m · ~9 min walk
Botiga — 329 m · ~4 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Uruguayan Peso, UYU
Use ATMs for the best rate; avoid airport exchange bureaux and tourist-area casas de cambio — they give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops and restaurants; contactless common; smaller spots may be cash-only.
10% service charge usually included in restaurants, but locals often leave small extra change; no need to tip taxis or hotel staff unless for exceptional service.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →A small espresso at a local café costs roughly 60–80 UYU; filter coffee less common.
A menú ejecutivo (set lunch) with drink and dessert runs 250–350 UYU.
A main course at a parrilla or casual restaurant is around 350–500 UYU.
Chivitos (steak sandwiches) and empanadas at kiosks or little shops along the Rambla are common cheap eats.
Tienda Inglesa and Ta-Ta are the main budget supermarket chains in the area.
Local high-street chains like H&M and Zara are in nearby shopping centres; no specific market district here.
Bus fare is about 32 UYU per ride; a STM card gives slightly cheaper fares. From the airport, take local bus 701 or 711 into town (around 50 UYU) or a shared taxi for roughly 350 UYU; avoid official airport taxis.
Eat lunch specials rather than dinner to save. Use local buses instead of taxis or ride-share. Buy groceries at Ta-Ta for picnic supplies on the Rambla.
Emergency Contacts
MontevideoIn Montevideo, Uruguay, dial 911 for all emergencies (police, ambulance, fire). Alternative numbers: Police non-emergency (1877), Ambulance (105). English-speaking operators may be limited; consider having your address and situation written down in Spanish.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Montevideo, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Pedro Figari
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 451 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Farmashop 16 — 717 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Throughout Montevideo → Oxford Hotel and surroundings
💡 Use SUBE card (rechargeable transit card) for discounts. Lines 3, 7, and 64 service the City Center near Oxford Hotel.
Carrasco International Airport (MVD) → Oxford Hotel, Montevideo City Center
💡 Use official airport taxi stands or pre-book through your hotel to avoid overcharging. Uber/Didi also available as alternatives.
Carrasco International Airport (MVD) → Oxford Hotel area, City Center
💡 Most economical airport option. Shuttle stops near major hotels. Buy ticket at airport ground floor counter.
Carrasco / City Center → Various city routes
💡 Metro system currently under construction. Taxi or bus are reliable alternatives for now. Walking the City Center around Oxford Hotel is highly recommended.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Pedro Figari?
Request a front-facing room on floor 2 or 3. The Rambla República de México is a coastal boulevard with ocean views from upper floors; higher floors also reduce street-level traffic noise. Floor 3 has fewer footfall sounds from above.
Which rooms should I avoid at Pedro Figari?
Avoid rooms at the rear of the building or facing internal courtyards — they may pick up kitchen/service noise and have no view. Also skip floor 1: closer to the street and lift activity.
Is Pedro Figari noisy?
Rambla República de México carries steady traffic during the day (cars, taxis, buses). At night it quiets down but still hums. The single lift might cause some audible whirring on floor 1; no bar or service entrance noise data available.
Which rooms have the best views at Pedro Figari?
Front-facing rooms on floor 2 or 3 look out across the Rambla towards the Río de la Plata. You'll see the water, the promenade, and maybe the iconic Montevideo coastline — not a full sea view but a genuine city-meets-sea scene.
What are insider tips for staying at Pedro Figari?
1. Skip the free street parking — it's scarce and risky overnight. Walk 10 minutes to Estacionamiento Pocitos (Avenida Brasil 3300) for $8 USD; book in advance if you're arriving late. 2. Check in early afternoon if you can — the single lift can mean a wait during peak check-in/out times (10am–12pm, 3pm–5pm).
What time is check-in at Pedro Figari?
Check-in at Pedro Figari is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Pedro Figari have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, sufficient for video calls and streaming; no login or password needed—just accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Pedro Figari?
21% VAT (IVA) included in rates; no additional city tax or resort fee
Where can I eat cheaply near Pedro Figari?
A menú ejecutivo (set lunch) with drink and dessert runs 250–350 UYU.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Pedro Figari?
Bus fare is about 32 UYU per ride; a STM card gives slightly cheaper fares. From the airport, take local bus 701 or 711 into town (around 50 UYU) or a shared taxi for roughly 350 UYU; avoid official airport taxis.
When is the best time to visit Montevideo?
November and March bring warm, dry weather (20-25°C) and fewer tourists than the midsummer peak, with clear skies for coastal walking and outdoor events like the Montevideo Jazz Festival (late March).
Top-Attraktionen in Montevideo
💡 The stretch near Pocitos Beach is best for a relaxed walk. Bring a mate and a thermos to blend in—it’s the national ritual.
💡 Go around 11am to see the parrillas firing up without the lunchtime crowds. If you do want a cheap snack, empanadas from the side stalls cost around $3.
💡 Cross under the plaza via the subterranean walkway to the mausoleum—it’s free and cool on hot days. The square is quietest early Sunday mornings.
💡 Visit on a Sunday evening when drumming groups (comparsas) practise in public—head to the corner of Isla de Flores and Cuareim. No entry fee, but bring coins for a donation.
💡 Entry is around $4—worth it for the rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the Old City and port. Check for free admission days, typically on Wednesdays.