🇺🇾 Montevideo, Uruguay
Tres Cruces
📍 2356 Miguelete, Montevideo, 11800
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Your stay — Tres Cruces
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The Property — Tres Cruces
Tres Cruces is a functional mid-range hotel attached to Montevideo’s main bus terminal, built for travellers who value convenience over charm. The lobby is bright and clean, with vinyl floors and a reception desk that’s never more than two minutes from coffee or a departures board. It’s the right pick if you’re catching a bus to Punta del Este or Colonia and just need a solid bed and shower between journeys.
Chronicles of Montevideo
Montevideo was founded in 1726 by the Spanish as a fortified port to counter Portuguese expansion from Colonia del Sacramento. Its Old City retains colonial and art deco buildings, notably the Palacio Salvo and the Mercado del Puerto. The city grew wealthy in the early 20th century as a livestock export hub, earning it the nickname 'the Switzerland of South America' for its stable democracy and social welfare. Today it’s a laid-back, walkable capital with a strong maritime culture and a thriving independent arts scene. The Rambla, a 22km coastal promenade, defines daily life for locals running, cycling or mate-drinking at sunset.
Best Time to Visit
Full Montevideo guide →Best months
November and March: spring and autumn offer 20–25°C days, low humidity and fewer tourists. December is also fine but gets busier as locals head to the coast.
Peak / festival surge
January and February: peak summer, with beach crowds in Punta del Este and Montevideo’s own Playa Pocitos. Hotel prices double or triple, especially near Carnaval in February. The Carnaval desfiles (parades) and Las Llamadas drumming competitions draw thousands.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: still mild (15–20°C), rooms at 3-star hotels like Tres Cruces often drop to $50–70 a night. Fewer visitors, easier restaurant bookings.
Weather & packing
Winter in Montevideo is damp and windy, with frequent grey skies and drizzle. Pack a waterproof jacket with a hood, a warm sweater, and comfortable waterproof shoes—umbrellas are useless in the city’s gusts.
Live City Briefing — Montevideo
- Montevideo’s bus terminal (Tres Cruces) completed an expansion in early 2026, adding new express platforms and a wider food court—expect less crowding for departures to Colonia and Punta del Este.
- The historic Mercado del Sur reopened in May 2026 after a 14-month renovation, with new food stalls and a rooftop bar overlooking Ciudad Vieja.
- June is low season, but the city’s winter solstice festival (Noche de la Nostalgia, 24 June) fills bars and clubs with retro music—book restaurants in advance if visiting that weekend.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Tres Cruces, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request room 103 for accessibility (roll-in shower). Otherwise, a top-floor room (4th floor) at the rear of the main building will be quietest, away from street traffic on Miguelete. Lift access is fine.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid the two rooms in the historic wing – stairs-only access to first floor, no lift, and likely noisier from internal corridor. Also avoid rooms facing Miguelete on lower floors (1st-2nd) due to street noise.
Best views
No guaranteed views from this address – Miguelete is a standard city street. A rear-facing room on 4th floor might see rooftops; front rooms overlook the street, which isn't scenic but gives daylight.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors of the main building – furthest from street and lift activity on lower levels.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Miguelete traffic, occasional bus routes. No bar or live music noted. Standard 3-star hotel in central Montevideo – expect some city hum. Lift motor may be audible on adjacent walls.
Insider tips
1. Book a parking spot at check-in – only 10 spaces, first-come. Alternatively, use Estacionamiento Tres Cruces (3 blocks, 250 UYU/24h, cheaper and secure). 2. If you need fast internet, prepay for the premium tier (60 UYU/day) – basic wifi is fine but slow for streaming.
- 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 Facilities — Tres Cruces
Free basic wi-fi (approx 10 Mbps) for all guests, no login required. Premium tier at 60 UYU/day offers up to 50 Mbps. Both reliable; occasional slowdowns evening peak.
One lift serves all four floors, main building only. Annex rooms on ground floor are stairs-free, but a small historic wing (2 rooms) is stairs-only access to first floor.
Complimentary digital access to PressReader in lobby PC area and via room QR code. No physical newspapers. No notable heritage quirks; building is a 1970s modernist style with original terrazzo floors and wooden reception desk.
Standard check-in from 14:00, check-out by 11:00. Bag drop available from 10:00 if room not ready. Late check-out until 14:00 costs 30% of night rate; after 14:00 full night rate. Weekend (Sat–Sun) same rules but flexibility often possible until 12:00 at no charge.
Complimentary before check-in and after check-out; 24-hour storage available, no charge.
Step-free entry from street through main door (ramp installed). Lift serves all floors but internal doors to standard rooms are 80 cm wide, may be tight for large wheelchairs. No accessible bathroom in all rooms – request room 103 which has roll-in shower. No hearing loops.
On-site uncovered parking (10 spaces) at 400 UYU per night, first-come. Nearest public car park is 'Estacionamiento Tres Cruces' under the shopping centre, 3 blocks from hotel, 250 UYU per 24 hours. No EV charging on-site; nearest public charger at 'Terminal Tres Cruces' bus station, 1 km.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10 UYU per person per night
Deposit & card hold: Covers first night's rate booked in advance; at check-in a 3000 UYU hold on card for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia Bautista Buenas Nuevas (75 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Metodista San Pablo (443 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Capilla de Nuestra Señora de Luján (531 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Santuario del Señor Resucitado (611 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Shopping Tres Cruces — 747 m · ~9 min walk
Plaza de La Democracia — 715 m · ~9 min walk
Museo del Fútbol — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
El Tinglado — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Plaza de los Rotarios — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 125 m · ~2 min walk
Machado 4 — 5 m · ~1 min walk
Redonda — 13 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Uruguayan Peso, UYU
Use ATMs from Banco República or Santander for near-market rates; avoid the airport exchange and tourist-area casas de cambio which take a big cut.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops and restaurants; contactless is common, but small street stalls and markets are cash-only.
Restaurants: 10% for good service (not compulsory but expected). Taxis: round up to nearest 10-20 pesos. Hotel porters: 50-100 pesos per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cortado at a local café (not a chain) costs about 60-80 UYU.
A menú ejecutivo at a small eatery near offices or university gives you a main, drink and dessert for around 350-450 UYU.
A basic pizza or milanesa main at a neighbourhood parrilla runs 400-500 UYU.
Look for chivito stands near the Parque Rodó area for a quick sandwich, or try the stalls around Mercado de la Abundancia for cheap eats.
Tienda Inglesa and El Dorado are common in this area; for basics, Supermercado Disco also has good prices.
Head to the pedestrian streets on 18 de Julio for affordable chain shops like H&M or local outlets; avoid designer malls.
Single bus ride (STC card) costs 30 UYU; the cheapest airport transfer is the C1 bus from Tres Cruces terminal (around 50 UYU).
Buy a rechargeable STC card for buses instead of per-ride tickets; skip bottled water—tap water is safe; eat at lunchtime menú ejecutivo deals rather than dinner.
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 Tres Cruces
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 125 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Machado 4 — 5 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
About Montevideo
Wikipedia ↗
Montevideo (, US also ; Spanish: [monteβiˈðeo] ), is the capital and largest city of Uruguay. As of the 2023 census, the city proper has a population of 1,287,452, making up about 36.8% of the country's total population, in an area of 201 square kilometers (78 sq mi). Montevideo is situated on the s...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Tres Cruces?
Request room 103 for accessibility (roll-in shower). Otherwise, a top-floor room (4th floor) at the rear of the main building will be quietest, away from street traffic on Miguelete. Lift access is fine.
Which rooms should I avoid at Tres Cruces?
Avoid the two rooms in the historic wing – stairs-only access to first floor, no lift, and likely noisier from internal corridor. Also avoid rooms facing Miguelete on lower floors (1st-2nd) due to street noise.
Is Tres Cruces noisy?
Street noise from Miguelete traffic, occasional bus routes. No bar or live music noted. Standard 3-star hotel in central Montevideo – expect some city hum. Lift motor may be audible on adjacent walls.
Which rooms have the best views at Tres Cruces?
No guaranteed views from this address – Miguelete is a standard city street. A rear-facing room on 4th floor might see rooftops; front rooms overlook the street, which isn't scenic but gives daylight.
What are insider tips for staying at Tres Cruces?
1. Book a parking spot at check-in – only 10 spaces, first-come. Alternatively, use Estacionamiento Tres Cruces (3 blocks, 250 UYU/24h, cheaper and secure). 2. If you need fast internet, prepay for the premium tier (60 UYU/day) – basic wifi is fine but slow for streaming.
What time is check-in at Tres Cruces?
Check-in at Tres Cruces is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Tres Cruces have Wi-Fi?
Free basic wi-fi (approx 10 Mbps) for all guests, no login required. Premium tier at 60 UYU/day offers up to 50 Mbps. Both reliable; occasional slowdowns evening peak.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Tres Cruces?
10 UYU per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Tres Cruces?
A menú ejecutivo at a small eatery near offices or university gives you a main, drink and dessert for around 350-450 UYU.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Tres Cruces?
Single bus ride (STC card) costs 30 UYU; the cheapest airport transfer is the C1 bus from Tres Cruces terminal (around 50 UYU).
When is the best time to visit Montevideo?
November and March: spring and autumn offer 20–25°C days, low humidity and fewer tourists. December is also fine but gets busier as locals head to the coast.
Top Attractions 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.