Sofitel Montevideo Casino Carrasco and Spa

I recently stayed at this hotel in Montevideo and was genuinely impressed by its beautifully designed, architecturally remarkable building right on the Rambla. The entrance hall is stunning, and the rooms are exactly what you would expect from a five-star property: comfortable, elegant, and well equipped. Breakfast was good, though not outstanding. The only surprising flaw was that my room had a chocolate wrapper and a small plastic ball left behind by the previous guests—items that were clearly overlooked during cleaning. Apart from this isolated incident, the overall cleanliness was excellent. One important point: the hotel is located about 30–45 minutes from the city center, depending on traffic. Had I known this in advance, I might have chosen a different five-star hotel downtown. But if the distance doesn’t bother you, this is a wonderful place to stay and easy to recommend.

I’m baffled that the Sofitel in Montevideo carries the same name as the brand I’ve trusted for years. The front desk staff set the tone right away with curt, condescending service that made check-in feel like an inconvenience to them. Housekeeping wasn’t any better; requests went unanswered, and the team seemed impossible to reach. Breakfast was the final frustration. The staff spent more time chatting with one another than paying attention to guests, leaving tables waiting while they caught up with their coworkers. This “grand dame” of Montevideo may have a storied past, but it’s coasting on old reputation. The current service level is nowhere near what travelers expect from Sofitel, and it shows at every turn. I wouldn’t return.

A beautiful hotel & restaurant on the water . The service is impeccable & our morning waiter Garcia, was very attentive.the buffet has fresh fruit , juices, coffee, eggs, desserts, meats, , everything you need & if they don’t have it Garcia will bring it .

Our room was excellent and had a great view! The restaurant at the hotel was simply amazing! The front desk assistance was top notch! Specifically, thanks Chiara for arranging our dinners, a tango show and excursions! Looking forward to a return visit!

Stayed here for a week with family for a wedding and to visit and launch day trips. Mendel, Aline, Sebastian, and Martin provided absolute first rate service. The room overlooking the Rambla and water view was amazing. The ambiance was first rate, and any detail requiring extra attention was immediately taken care of by the staff. Could not recommend more highly!