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Hotel Ideal

2.0 star property
Hostal perfectly located for exploring Montevideo

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Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Colonia 914, Montevideo, 11100
  • Place, Independence Plaza
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Salvo Palace
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Montevideo (MVD-Carrasco Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Montevideo

Heart of Montevideo.With a stay at this Montevideo Centro hostal, you'll be steps from Municipal Center of Photography and Contemporary Art Museum. Auditorio Nacional del Sodre and Gaucho Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Contemporary Art Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Independence Plaza - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Salvo Palace - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rambla of Montevideo - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Montevideo Central Station - 8 min drive
  • Carrasco Intl. Airport (MVD) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Molienda - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Pasiva - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Pasiva - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Danubio Azul - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Il Mondo Della Pizza - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ideal

Hostal perfectly located for exploring Montevideo
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Hotel Ideal.
  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Hotel Ideal offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with ceiling fans. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and bidets. This Montevideo hostal provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 20 per night); discounts available
  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 1 year old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 11 years of age.
  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Uruguay Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 10%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Uruguay. Note if you are a resident of Uruguay and your stay is between 15 November to the day after Easter you will be asked to pay VAT. For any stays outside these dates, you are exempt from VAT.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 20 per night (164 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 1 year old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Hotel Ideal Montevideo
Ideal Montevideo
Hotel Ideal Hostal
Hotel Ideal Montevideo
Hotel Ideal Hostal Montevideo

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Ideal to the airport?

Hotel Ideal is 12.6 mi (49-min drive) away from the Carrasco Intl. Airport (MVD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Ideal?

As of Jun 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ideal on Jun 18, 2026 start from CA $70, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Ideal have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Ideal offers a shuttle from the hotel to the airport 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 20 per person.

How close is Hotel Ideal to the beach?

This hostal is 2 mi (7-min drive) from Ramirez Beach and 4.5 mi (14-min drive) from Pocitos Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Ideal offer free breakfast?

Hotel Ideal does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Ideal?

No, there is no casino at this hostal, but Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino (4-min walk) and Casino Parque Hotel (4-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Ideal?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hotel Ideal?

Free parking is not available at this hostal.

Does Hotel Ideal have a pool?

Hotel Ideal does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Ideal have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostal.

How close is Hotel Ideal to downtown Montevideo?

Hotel Ideal is 0.2 mi away from Montevideo.

Hotel Ideal Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 55 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nice and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fabien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location. Friendly and helpful staff. Reliable internet, store 24h around the corner. Impeccable hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
please be reminded this property is old built in the late 40 early 50 so it is dated but great location to see the centeral of the city. The staff is great.
Verified

4/10 Poor

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful enough. This places you right downtown just a block away from Av 18 de Julio and a short walk to Plaza Independencia and the Peatonal Sarandi. The hotel itself and the rooms are unfortunately shabby. My room smelled like a mix of stale cigarettes and mildew. The place needs work. A very poor value relative to the HUGE upgrade you’ll get spending only $5 more per night for another hotel in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness
Todo bien. Excelente servicio 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Luis

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Muy buen lugar y accesibilidad
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cristian

Disliked: Cleanliness
Propiedad un poco descuidada, teníamos reservado una habitación triple y al final no había. Vimos una cucaracha en el marco de la puerta.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Este lugar es una muy buena opción para hospedarse. Mi experiencia fue muy buena, el lugar queda en el centro, cerca de todo y la atención del personal fue excelente, muy amable y presto a brindar cualquier tipo de información.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ana Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel muito bem localizado, próximo às principais atrações do centro. De fora parece um hotel muito velho, porém por dentro é limpo e tem um bom custo benefício.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

JOSE DAVID

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Las camas muy incomodas
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

IGOR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

hotel com ótimo custo beneficio.

Hotel bom e agradável, funcionários atenciosos,estacionamento é bem de frente e tranquilo. próximo do centro e fácil acesso.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Miguel Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Montevideo visita cultural.

Buena limpieza, con cambio de sábanas, estancia 5 días. Ubicación céntrica bien comunicado con ómnibus en la misma calle Colonia. Aunque claro lejos de la terminal Tres Cruces. A unos 25' del mercado del puerto. Buena atención del personal. Habitación con baño completo. Pago con tarjeta. Pero en dólares hubiese resultado mas económico. Falta servicio de desayuno.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marc

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bien en general
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANDRES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dias felizes

Simples mas confortável tinha o que precisava para uma boa estadia, jnterbet, ar condicionado bon banheiro chuveiro quente
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Wendy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Espantoso

La verdad ese hotel no tendría que tener el privilegio de estar en su página, es espantoso. La habitación completamente sucia, paredes chorreadas, sábanas y acolchado totalmente asquerosos y quemados, hab sin aire acondicionado. Cama de 1 plaza y media para un matrimonio. Minúscula y con un precio elevado para tal estado, nunca había tenia tan mala experiencia. Nos retiramos y solicitamos reembolso.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
El personal muy amable y muy bien ubicado el hotel
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Reno

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Establecimiento económico del que no hay que esperar demasiado. Personal muy servicial y amable. Pero las habitaciones son viejas, las camas están desgastadas y las habitaciones huelen a tabaco frío. Un trabajo de pintura fresca y nuevas camas harían de este viejo edificio un lugar bueno y barato para alojarse. / Inexpensive establishment that you shouldn't expect too much from. Very helpful and friendly staff. But the rooms are old, the beds are worn and the rooms smell of cold tobacco. A fresh paint job and new beds would make this old building a good and cheap place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfecto para su precio.

Hotel con relación calidad precio perfecta, lo que se ofrecía en la pagina, fue tal cual en el lugar. Atención muy gentil, todo muy silencioso. Muy recomendable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Boa

Básica
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Leandro

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Precisa de reforma

A única coisa razoável no hotel é localização.teria que custar uns 70 reais a diária pra ser justo. Sem café da manhã, água do chuveiro pouco confiável com relação a esquentar, em 4 minutos de banho ela esfria. A descarga do banheiro não é confiável, se quiser dar outra descarga em seguida precisa esperar uns 15 minutos pra reabastecer de água. A cama espera, fui mexer tinha umas penas, Poeira. Só compensa se estiver o mais barato do dia, muito antigo o quarto
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Artur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pessoal super atencioso, local simples porém limpo e organizado.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bom

Está numa área que achei perigosa, porém perto de tudo de cassino, banco Itaú e santander, casas de câmbio, mas a empresa precisa informar q n tem estacionamento que p cada 24 h ela usa o estacionamento em acordo q custa 250 pesos por 24 h
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicolas

Liked: Staff & service

Hotel correcto, con trato amable

Buena ubicacion centrica a 3 cuadras de la plaza principal, las habitaciones comunes con buena limpieza, el personal muy atento y correcto, hotel correcto
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nettes kleines Hotel im Stadtzentrum. Etwas aus der Zeit gefallen, dafür aber sehr charmant und echt!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Marcos Albert

Boa licalizacao

Hotel honesto Boa localizacao centro montevideo. Internet muito boa Cama e colcha ruim
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017