Fodor's Expert Review Carmelo Resort & Spa
Ruta 21, Km 262, Carmelo, Colonia, 70100, Uruguay
Serenity pervades this harmoniously decorated resort an hour west of Colonia del Sacramento, reachable by car, boat, or a 25-minute flight from Buenos Aires and a destination in and of itself. Everything is done in a fusion of Asian styles—from yoga classes at the incense-scented and bamboo-screen health club to bungalows (considered "standard rooms") with private Japanese gardens (and marvelous outdoor showers). In the evening, torches illuminate the paths, which meander through sand dunes.
PROS
- All rooms are spacious bungalows
- Personalized service
- On-site activities compensate for distance to sights and restaurants
CONS
- Despite copious netting and bug spray, the mosquitoes can get out of hand
- Food quality is erratic
- Popular with groups and families
HOTEL INFO
Phones:
4542–9000
Website: www.carmeloresort.com
HOTEL DETAILS
20 bungalows, 24 duplex suites
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast