La Capilla - Punta del Este
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Book it if you want a 4-star stay with a heated indoor pool, a spa and friendly staff at a mid-range price. Skip it if you plan to walk everywhere, because the main sights on our list are far on foot.
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La Capilla is our Best Value pick in Punta del Este. It suits couples and families who want facilities on site: a spa, a fitness center, a pool and family rooms are all listed.
It suits travellers less if they want to step out of the door into the town center. San Rafael is a residential area away from the sights on our list, so plan for some driving or taxis.
Location and getting around
The address is Viña del Mar y Valparaiso, in San Rafael. Guests rate the location 9.0 out of 10.
Distances to the sights we track are long. The Punta del Este Lighthouse is 4.5 km, about 56 minutes on foot. The Cathedral of Maldonado is 5.1 km, about 64 minutes, and the Leonel Viera Bridge is 5.2 km, about 65 minutes. All three are far, so you will need public transport, a taxi or a car. These times are straight-line estimates.
The property lists beach among its facilities. That does not confirm a beachfront location or a walking distance, so check the map before you count on it.
What guests say
Guests give it 9.1 out of 10 from 1,719 reviews, joint third of the 11 eligible hotels we checked.
The pool gets the most praise. Guests describe a large, heated indoor pool with views of the garden. Staff are often called friendly, attentive and helpful.
Breakfast draws a mixed note. The food is described as fresh and homemade, but you have to ask staff to serve items rather than help yourself. The listed options include vegan, gluten-free and buffet.
Price and how it compares with our other picks
The reference price was 95.80 euros per night, about 192 euros for 2 nights. This is a reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults in one room, not a live quote. Check today's price for your own dates.
That is 32 percent below the sample median of 140.47 euros. Our Budget pick, Hotel Ajax, was 78.30 euros with an 8.3 score. Our Luxury pick, The Grand Hotel, was 333.32 euros with a 9.2 score.
So La Capilla costs about 17.50 euros a night more than Hotel Ajax, with a higher score and an extra star. Compared with The Grand Hotel, it is more than 237 euros a night cheaper for a score only 0.1 lower. Air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a garden and a terrace are also listed.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 11 hotels in the city. The Best Value slot balances guest score, number of reviews and reference price, so it is not always the cheapest option. La Capilla combines a 9.1 score, a large review base and a price well under the median.
Before you book
Check whether breakfast is included in your rate. Ask about spa and pool opening times and any extra fees for treatments.
Room size, noise, renovation condition and cancellation terms have not been assessed. Parking is not listed in our data, so if you drive, confirm where you can leave the car.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is La Capilla on the beach?
Beach appears in the property's facilities, but that does not confirm it is beachfront or how far the sand is. Check the map before booking.
Does La Capilla have a pool?
Yes. Guests describe a large, heated indoor pool with garden views. Opening hours are not confirmed.
How is breakfast at La Capilla?
Guests say the food is fresh and homemade, but staff serve the items rather than self-service. Vegan and gluten-free options are listed.
Can I walk to the lighthouse from La Capilla?
It is about 4.5 km, roughly 56 minutes on foot as a straight-line estimate. Most people will want a taxi, a car or public transport.
Is La Capilla good for families?
Family rooms are listed, along with a pool and garden. Check room layouts and bed set-ups for your group before you book.