Museo Casapueblo — Attraction in Punta Ballena

What an amazing property. We didn’t stay in the hotel, but we were able to walk the grounds by visiting the museum and eating at the restaurant whilst we enjoyed the sunset ceremony. The drive from Montevideo took 2 hours, but didn’t feel like that at all as the views kept getting better and better the further we kept going. Then boom - views for days. I have no words for how beautiful and ambitious this whole place is. We got there just in time as they were about to close. Right after we finished walking the grounds, we found a table right outside that was perfectly located with a view of the sunset. We had just gotten our food as the sunset ceremony was about to begin. Let me tell you something. Hearing Carlos Páez Vilaró talk about the sun and thanking it with the beautiful words he used got me all verklempt. Sure did end up sitting there with tears of joy as the sun fully went down. We went to town on the pizza and salad we got after finishing our cocktails. Man, that pizza was perfection. The second we left the property, I told myself...

Wow, this building is amazing and so beautiful, inside and out. What an adventurous life Carlos Páez Vilaró has lived.

You start in the cinema room to watch a short film of Carlos talking about points in his life. Some of his art is displayed in this room. There is a cafe/bar a few steps down from this room. There are a few rooms, terraces to explore, and an area for children to sit and create their own art. There are two shops inside, on different levels. His daughter Agó also has a selection of art on display. I wanted to buy some postcards, but the shop said they were not allowed to sell them because she was not there. You will also see art displayed by Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dalí.

I also had the privilege of meeting the 3 resident cats. They are so cute and friendly.

My review is for the museum, I didn't stay in the hotel. There are bathroom facilities which are clean. This building has many staircases. I highly recommend that you add this museum...

A Hidden Gem with Major Flaws

I recently visited Casa Pueblo, and while the architecture is stunning and the location breathtaking, the overall experience was disappointing. The entrance fee of $14 per person feels steep, especially if you just want to grab a meal without visiting the museum. Unfortunately, the lunch experience was far from enjoyable—think more culinary mystery than local flavor. Toilets without soap or water? Check. A friendly yet unprofessional staff? Double check. And the terrace? Let’s just say it had some “surprises” under the tables. It’s a shame that such an iconic place isn’t being maintained properly. If you’re after beautiful art and architecture, Casa Pueblo is a must-see, but be prepared for a few...