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Your El General Holiday

Put together a custom holiday package to El General and get ready for your next big adventure. Consider staying in the neighbourhood of Real de San Carlos, which is good for watersports and views, for a real taste of this vibrant city. Colonia del Sacramento Lighthouse, Rambla Colonia Del Sacramento and Ferrando Beach are just some of the many attractions you'll want to explore during your trip to El General. Whoever you're escaping with and whether your budget is big or small, your dream El General holiday is just a few clicks away with Expedia.

El General Holiday

El General Essential Information

Language
Spanish
Currency
Uruguayan pesos
Local Welcome
¡Hola!
Local Goodbye
Adiós
Max Temp Winter
13ºC
Max Temp Summer
27ºC
Top Sights
Ferrando Beach, Colonia del Sacramento Aquarium and Theatre Bastion del Carmen

Our pick of the best El General Hotel Deals

Radisson Hotel Colonia del Sacramento

Radisson Hotel Colonia del Sacramento

4 out of 5
Washington Barbot 283. Colonia Del Sacra, Colonia del Sacramento, Colonia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$185 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$185
28 Aug - 29 Aug
8.6/10 Excellent! (897 reviews)
"Great location - nice to have a pool"

Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2025

Radisson Hotel Colonia del Sacramento
Posada Boutique Las Terrazas

Posada Boutique Las Terrazas

3 out of 5
Manuel Lobo 281, Colonia del Sacramento, Colonia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$170 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$170
27 Aug - 28 Aug
9.4/10 Exceptional! (394 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Posada Boutique Las Terrazas
Sheraton Colonia Golf & Spa Resort

Sheraton Colonia Golf & Spa Resort

5 out of 5
Continuacion Rambla de las Americas s/n, Colonia del Sacramento, Colonia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$289 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
AU$289
22 Aug - 23 Aug
8.4/10 Very Good! (333 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, gorgeous facilities and great staff. It was a perfect stay."

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

Sheraton Colonia Golf & Spa Resort
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Discover the most popular places to visit in El General

Colonia del Sacramento Lighthouse showing a sunset, heritage architecture and a lighthouse

Colonia del Sacramento Lighthouse

The 360-degree view from the summit of this historic 19th-century lighthouse incorporates the entire city and the Río de la Plata.

Colonia del Sacramento Lighthouse

Colonia Port

Millions of travelers pass through this port each year. It takes passengers directly to Buenos Aires in Argentina.

Colonia Port

What to do in El General

Premium Day Tour to Colonia del Sacramento

Premium Day Tour to Colonia del Sacramento

AU$150
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Premium Day Tour to Colonia del Sacramento
Unforgettable Day Tour in Colonia del Sacramento - Uruguay

Unforgettable Day Tour in Colonia del Sacramento

AU$107
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Unforgettable Day Tour in Colonia del Sacramento
Colonia Day Tour in Uruguay

From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day

AU$90
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day
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Frequently asked questions

How much does an El General holiday package cost?
You'll find cheap prices on Expedia for your El General getaway. However, factors like the season, length of stay and your choice of hotel will determine how much your holiday to El General costs.
What are the cheapest months to go to El General?
If you're hoping to book a cheap El General holiday package, consider planning a trip in April, June and August. You'll typically find better rates on airfares and hotels during these quieter months — ideal for budget-conscious travellers.
How many days is enough for El General?
The ideal duration of your El General holiday depends on what you'd like to do and see. Generally, a few days to a week will give you plenty of time to hit all the major attractions and explore some hidden treasures along the way.
How to find the best El General package deals?
Landing a cheap El General package deal is easy with Expedia. After you've entered your destination and travel dates under our "Packages" tab, set your budget range, add some filters and browse what's available. You can fine-tune your search by "Amenities," "Property type," "Guest rating" and more. Sort the results by "Price: low to high" to view the most affordable El General package deals. Want a simple trick to get even more savings? Have some flexibility with your departure dates and consider travelling on a weekday, when prices are typically lower.
Is it cheaper to book an El General holiday as a package?
An Expedia holiday package could score you significant savings when compared to booking flights and accommodation individually. Better still, you can customise your El General getaway to match your exact needs. Choose your preferred flight time, select the hotel type and add a car rental. Check out our great deals to see how much you can save.
When to book a holiday package to El General?
If you're planning a spur-of-the-moment El General holiday, check out our last-minute deals that can be booked up to a week before you go. Don't want to leave things to the last minute? You can land awesome deals on your flights and hotels by booking well in advance.
How to plan a trip to El General?

  1. Pick your travel dates: What you plan to do in El General and your favourite season will help you decide when to travel.
  2. Set a budget: Consider costs such as transportation, flights and meals when working out how much to put aside for your trip to El General. Then, pick a hotel that works with your budget, whether that's a wallet-friendly option or a more upscale getaway.
  3. Decide how many days away: Start by listing all the attractions and activities you'd like to get to in El General. Then, estimate how long you'll need for each, including any travel time.
  4. Bundle your hotel and flights: Awesome destination, check. Length of stay, check. Now all that's left is to pick an El General holiday package that brings all your bookings together.

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