Located in historic Ciudad Vieja, Circus Hostel&Hotel Montevideo offers a vibrant atmosphere with a bar and library. Connect to WiFi from the comfort of your room or unwind on the sun-kissed terrace while planning your next adventure.
Montevideo Dr. Lorenzo Carnelli Station - 11 min drive
Montevideo Yatay Station - 14 min drive
Montevideo Central Station - 27 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min walk
Culto Café - 2 min walk
El Copacabana - 3 min walk
La Pasiva - 4 min walk
Goris - 1 min walk
About this property
Circus Hostel&Hotel Montevideo
Circus Hostel&Hotel Montevideo is a great choice for a stay in Montevideo. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travelers like the overall property condition.
At a glance
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Hotel size
27 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Snack bar/deli
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Freshen up
Shower only
Bidet
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: UYU 40.25 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.
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Does Circus Hostel&Hotel Montevideo offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Circus Hostel&Hotel Montevideo does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Circus Hostel&Hotel Montevideo?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Circus Hostel&Hotel Montevideo?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Circus Hostel&Hotel Montevideo.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Circus Hostel&Hotel Montevideo?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Circus Hostel&Hotel Montevideo?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino (9-min walk) and Casino Parque Hotel (4-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Circus Hostel&Hotel Montevideo and nearby?
Circus Hostel&Hotel Montevideo has a picnic area.
What's the area around Circus Hostel&Hotel Montevideo like?
Circus Hostel&Hotel Montevideo is a short 1-minute walk from Rambla of Montevideo and 3 minutes' walk from Montevideo Cathedral.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 20, 2025
Great location and facilities.
Staff friendliness was hit and miss.
Andrea
Andrea, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2023
Worth it
You get what you pay. You get a clean bed and 24hr front desk for a good price. WiFi was better than any other hotels !
Sk Tanvir
Sk Tanvir, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 23, 2024
The neighborhood is in the process of being revitalized. It seemed to have abandoned buildings around Ciudad Vieja. Most of the developing areas were near the Mercado Puerto which is about 10minute from Circus Hotel. The location of the hotel was within walking distance of the Plaza Independencia. Sofía at the front desk was very helpful and friendly.. I opted for the private room accomodation. It was spacious and clean. The bed was two twin beds put together . Air conditioner worked very well. 24 hour coffee and tea available. Different tours and activities available at the front desk. I enjoyed my stay at the Circus Hotel.
Rommel
Rommel, 5-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 4, 2023
It was obvious that my bathroom wasn't cleaned at all. There was still urine spots on the toilet and it selles like urinere in the whole room. Had to clean the toilet before I was able to use it. Not a good feeling. I told them the next morning and it was taken care of. The bedsheets were clean at least. Some staff was friendly some not so much. I don't understand the good reviews.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2026
The staff was nice and there was everything we needed!
Quentin
Quentin, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 16, 2025
Good value but wouldn’t stay here more than 1 night. Sheets and pillow cover had stains.
DYLAN
DYLAN, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 3, 2025
Ok for the price. I’ve stayed in two single rooms over two stays, and both have some sewage smell as there are no outside windows/air circulation. Some flies also in the bathroom.
Francis
Francis, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Local bom e central. A equipe excelente.
Helena
Helena, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jul 10, 2024
No towel provided, no shampoo, no conditioner, no liquid soap. Argentine hostel had everything with same price.
Victor
Victor, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2018
A firm that'll worth 5-star
I've never rated a dorm 5-star because all the dorms I've stayed before are basic, packed and somebody even unkempt. But this is so different. It's airy, the decor is modern and colorful, morevto artistic expression.
The room has less bunk beds making it spacious enough to move around. Even though there is no window in the room, the effect of a powerful but quiet air Cond made up for it. This the first time ever a firm provides the softest comforter and the bedsheets abdcpillow are super comfy.
We were given a card key to open the firm door. The only complain is that whenever I have to go out, I have to make sure I remember to retrieve my card and replace with someone's card who is inside the room. if not, the electricity will be cut.
I hope the hotel can stay this clean and upbeat forever. It's new, only open about a month ago. The wifi strength and coverage are excellent. I can't get it anywhere I went in the premises. And because of the well designed community room, I can do my work comfortably. It actually felt like a co working space.
My highest recommendation for anyone looking for a place to stay in Montevideo.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Feb 19, 2026
Staff was nice.
david
david, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2026
Ótima estadia!
KARINE
KARINE, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Jan 7, 2026
Bem localizada (dentro da cidade velha).
O quarto era confortável mas não tinha frigobar e o ar condicionado não funcionou corretamente no primeiro dia da estadia.
Fomos mal orientados pela recepcionista, o que prejudicou nossa experiência. Aliás, com exceção do recepcionista careca, que ficava a noite, tivemos uma recepção ríspida e nem um pouco cordial.
Chuveiro e ar condicionado ficavam variando de pressão constantemente.
Alvaro
Alvaro, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 20, 2025
Habitación limpia. Tienda cercanas
GUILLERMO
GUILLERMO, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2025
Perfetta
Ruggieri
Ruggieri, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 11, 2025
Ótimo. Recomendo.
A estadia foi bem tranquila e agradável. Recepção atenciosa e pessoal de limpeza maravilhoso. Apenas necessitam trocar a cortina do banheiro por uma mais higiênica e oferecer café da manhã.
Linda
Linda, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2025
La atención fue excelente, la recepcionista Michelle, súper atenta y amable. Muy recomendable, los alrededores son medio medio pero no muy inseguro si buscar cocheras
carlos
carlos, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 7, 2025
local otimo
O local e excelente perto de tudo, em frente ao mar-rio, da para ir a pe para a maioria dos locais, os funcionarios sao excelentes, atenciosos gentis e dao super dicas, a limpesa precisa melhor so um pouquinho, mas razoavel visto que nao existe perfeição... no mais amei, com certeza recomendo o local, e voltaria, pois tive uma bao impressao
paula uchoa
paula uchoa, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
Ótima opção no centro
Uma ótima opção para viajantes sozinhos ou casal ou em grupo. Bem localizado e com uma boa estrutura. Quarto individual bom, com uma excelente vista da cidade, bem próximo ao principais pontos da Cidade Velha
Rafael
Rafael, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
excelente custo beneficio
Limpo agradável e funcionários muito prestativos
Alisson Luis
Alisson Luis, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 27, 2025
Bom custo benefício
O hotel é simples mas atende muito bem. A localização e o atendimento, com o Juan, foram excelentes.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2025
Foi ótima a hospedagem
Aline
Aline, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 26, 2025
Muito bom!
Muito bom, pessoal da recepção, da limpeza tudo gente boa, simpáticos, instalação nova (reformada), tudo limpo, só faltou uma tv no quarto (quarto casal).