Luxury holidays in José Ignacio

When to go

José Ignacio is at its hottest and busiest in the height of summer (December– February). Experience the town and beaches at their most laid-back in the off-season months of March to November.

Getting there

• Planes

  Punta del Este International Airport is around an hour from José Ignacio. The little airport mainly handles flights around South America, so if you’re travelling from further afield, you’ll likely fly into Buenos Aires first and grab a connection. Alternatively, fly into Aeropuerto Internacional de Carrasco – the drive to José Ignacio takes just under two hours.

• Automobiles

  José Ignacio is small, but a car certainly comes in handy for exploring the peninsula, especially as taxis can be scarce. Pick up a hire at Punta del Este airport.