You'll be in a fantastic location at FAUNA Montevideo, just a 5-minute walk from Plaza Zabala and Palacio Taranco. This Art Deco hotel is also within just a 10-minute walk of Puerto de Montevideo and Port Market. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Montevideo Dr. Lorenzo Carnelli Station - 8 min drive
Montevideo Yatay Station - 10 min drive
Restaurants
Sometimes Sunday - 2 min walk
Alto Café - 2 min walk
Alvarez Bar - 2 min walk
Almazara - 1 min walk
Federación - 2 min walk
About this property
FAUNA Montevideo
You'll be in a fantastic location at FAUNA Montevideo, just a 5-minute walk from Plaza Zabala and Palacio Taranco. This Art Deco hotel is also within just a 10-minute walk of Puerto de Montevideo and Port Market. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
10 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Whatsapp mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit 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
Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
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
Coffee/tea in a common area
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Virtual front desk
Facilities
Built in 1927
Communal living room
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Handrails in stairways
Stairway handrail height (inches): 30
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
15 stairs to reach property
Area rugs in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch Smart TV
Digital TV channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Desk chair
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient toilets only
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: USD 1 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.
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Policies
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Mobile payment options include: PayPal.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at FAUNA Montevideo?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at FAUNA Montevideo?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at FAUNA Montevideo.
What are the check-in and check-out times at FAUNA Montevideo?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at FAUNA Montevideo?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino (12-min walk) and Casino Parque Hotel (4-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at FAUNA Montevideo and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Plaza Zabala (2-min walk) and Palacio Taranco (4-min walk), along with Port Market (6-min walk) and Montevideo Cathedral (6-min walk).
What's the area around FAUNA Montevideo like?
FAUNA Montevideo is in Ciudad Vieja, a short 4-minute walk from Rambla of Montevideo and 6 minutes' walk from Port Market.
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Reviews
FAUNA Montevideo Reviews
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2026
Great staff. The lady that checked us in was very helpful.
Niall
Niall, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2026
Warm, inviting place with great mid-century modern charm. Very friendly and helpful staff. Super clean. Best value in Montevideo’s Cuidad Vieja and beyond by far. I would stay there again without hesitation.
Fernando
Fernando, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 8, 2025
The staff were friendly. Good location
LAURA
LAURA, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2025
Spotless room, courteous and very informative and obliging staff. Almost perfectly placed in the Old Town
Geoffrey
Geoffrey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2025
In the center of Ciudad Viejo, where there is impressive acquitecture, lovely plaza nearby good restaurants close to the port.
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2026
Excellent experience! Warm welcoming, beautiful and charming hotel with comfortable and quiet rooms, well located in old Montevideo, next to the port. Geronimo was very helpful in fixing our car rental problem. Highly recommended!
Inès
Inès, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2025
Nancy was wonderful! Great communication on arrival. Clean well decorated rooms and public areas. Location was central to old town and 5 min walk to the ferry doc.
Zaine
Zaine, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2025
Beautiful hotel! Just in the heart of the old city in Montevideo!
Super clean, really good beds, very comfortable, the staff really friendly and very educated, they offer some fruit and other things as snacks, we particularly enjoyed the shots of Grappamiel that they keep available for guests.
The place is a really well kept antique colonial house, the furnite, the deco and the environment are just delightful, you almost don't want to go out of it and stay just there all the time!
We slept super good there!
Alex
Alex, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2026
The staff were very helpful and friendly, including Nancy who checked me in. The hotel has a great vibe, comfortable space near the front desk to relax and read, and have a complimentary whiskey. The shower had great water pressure and nice, hot water. WiFi was good, tv had complimentary Netflix if that’s your thing. Good location if you want to stay in Ciudad Vieja; right near the crossroads of the two main pedestrian-only streets with lots of cafes within a five minute walk (or less). The cafe right across the street has good espresso and medialunas as well. I would definitely stay again.
Daven
Daven, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2024
It was a very relaxing stay and the staff was amazing
samer
samer, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2025
Room was great!!!! Beautiful place to stay, Jeronimo is the best!!! He’s kind and very helpful!!!
Excellent !!!!!
Herbert
Herbert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2025
Friendly staff, great location, clean rooms. Good price, good value.
romaine
romaine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2026
A gorgeous, jaw dropping hotel! The area around the hotel is very busy and honestly, somewhat unkept. We expected a little more out of this section of Montevideo. Still, it is very easy to access the BUQUE BUS terminal and the main bus terminal from here. The hotel itself is gorgeous and in stunning condition, with amazing, friendly staff. Again, we were disappointed with the area surrounding the hotel, but that is on us. The hotel itself is absolutely impeccable.
Javier
Javier, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2024
The hotel is in a great location. The owners and staff were all very friendly and helpful with all questions and suggestions. We would absolutely come here again.
Raeph
Raeph, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2025
The property owner Jeronimo offered exceptional service.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2024
Great place
We had a great stay for one night. Very convenient location and extremely friendly, helpful staff. Thanks so much
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2024
My favorite hotel in the Old City‼️
The hotel is beautifully renovated and so comfortable, clean and well located.
Jeronimo and Eduardo were so kind and helpful to make my stay amazing. I can’t wait to return in a few months!
dixie
dixie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2023
The place is hidden from the street easy to walk past quiet but in a great location in La Ciudad Vieja. The owner is a fantastic person we were extremely comfortable there. Too many great places to eat
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2024
Really beautiful hotel, boutique and well designed. Love the look and energy. Great location and in a very walkable area. Would absolutely return.
Reece
Reece, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2024
Good sevice and very clean
JOSE MARIO
JOSE MARIO, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2023
Lovely hotel in Montevideo’s old town
This hotel is lovely! The check-in was easy, the room was beautiful, and it had lots of nice amenities. I wish we could have stayed more than one night. The neighborhood had several places to eat within walking distance and the ocean is a block or so away.
Sacha
Sacha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2025
Fauna was a delightful place to stay in Montevideo. It is an easy walk from the boat to Fauna, and Geronimo is super-friendly and helpful. The living room is very comfortable, and we enjoyed coffee there in the morning and after-dinner drinks there before we went to bed. The old city is charming, and Geronimo had excellent suggestions about where to go to eat.
Mark
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2024
Great little boutique hotel, located in the Old Town of Montevideo. Really close to the Buquebus ferry terminal from Buenos Aires. Jeronimo, really helpful and reached out to me night before about my arrival from BA and allowed for early check in. Hotel located within walking distance to historic sites and restaurants, hotel really quiet and clean. Definitely recommend staying here.
LEO
LEO, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2024
This was a gift I gave to my son and his girlfriend: 2 nights stay at Fauna. My son said this was one of the best hotels he ever stayed in. Absolutely loved everything about it and can’t stop bragging how great his stay was. I thank the owner and staff for an amazing experience!
Patricia
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2024
This is a very clean and quiet small (10 rooms) hotel on the main walking street of the old city. Jerónimo and Soledad, the proprietors, are extremely friendly and helpful with making recommendations and reservations and go out of their way for their guests. Overall one of the best small hotel experiences that I have had. There is no restaurant or breakfast service but there are plenty of places nearby