Cipriani Resort, Residences & Casino – San Rafael, Punta del Este
Key facts
| Location | Rambla Lorenzo Batlle Pacheco, parada 11 (Playa Brava), San Rafael, Punta del Este |
|---|---|
| Developer | Cipriani Group |
| Architecture | Rafael Viñoly Architects |
| Interiors | Hassen Balut |
| Builder | Criba |
| Tower 1 | 55 stories · about 260 m (850 ft) · 65 residences |
| Residences | 2 to 5 bedrooms and 6-bedroom penthouses · 203 to 1,620 m² (2,185 to 17,440 sq ft) total |
| Ceiling height | 3.4 m (11 ft) |
| Status | Under construction · hotel and casino: October 2027 · Tower 1: 2028 (per the developer, June 2026) |
| Services | 24-hour Cipriani concierge included · resort services à la carte |
About Cipriani Resort, Residences & Casino
Cipriani Resort, Residences & Casino is the project through which the Cipriani Group is bringing back the historic Hotel San Rafael, on the Playa Brava coastal road (parada 11) in the San Rafael neighborhood of Punta del Este. It pairs a hotel and casino —the first casino for the brand— with seven restaurants and bars, a convention center and the Lido by Cipriani beach club, plus private tower residences connected to the resort's services.
The first residential tower, at 55 stories and about 260 meters (850 feet), will be the tallest building in Uruguay; the master plan calls for three towers in total. The architecture is by Rafael Viñoly Architects and the interiors by Uruguayan architect Hassen Balut. Residences have 3.4-meter (11-foot) ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows and ocean views, with a choice of two finish palettes —Tradizionale Cipriani or Moderno Contemporaneo— and Italian kitchens designed for the brand.
There are four residence types: two-bedroom corner residences (203 m² / 2,185 sq ft in total), three-bedroom half-floor residences with a den (405 m² / 4,360 sq ft), five-bedroom full-floor residences and duplex penthouses of up to 1,620 m² (17,440 sq ft). Corner residences face either Playa Brava or Playa Mansa and Gorriti Island; half-floor residences have dual exposure, to sunrise and sunset.
Owners have 24-hour Cipriani concierge service and can book resort services separately, such as housekeeping, in-residence dining or spa treatments. Residents-only amenities span four levels: a spa with sauna and heated pool, a private outdoor pool, fitness center, Pilates and yoga studios, screening room, bowling, golf simulator, squash, padel, pickleball and a kids' club.
According to the Cipriani Group, the hotel and casino will open in October 2027; in June 2026, the company expected to deliver the first residential tower in 2028. From San Rafael, the Punta del Este peninsula is about 6 minutes away and Laguna del Sauce airport about half an hour. Our team guides you through the entire purchase: available residences, the current price list and the developer's payment terms.
Distances
| Peninsula (Avenida Gorlero) | about 4 km (2.5 mi) · 6 min |
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| La Barra bridge | about 7 km (4.3 mi) · 9 min |
| Laguna del Sauce airport (PDP) | about 23 km (14 mi) · 30 min |
| José Ignacio | about 32 km (20 mi) · 35 min |
| Carrasco airport, Montevideo (MVD) | about 117 km (73 mi) · 1.5 to 2 hours |
By car, approximate and without traffic: allow more time in January and February.
Frequently asked questions
When does the Cipriani in Punta del Este open?
In August 2026 the Cipriani Group announced that the hotel and casino will open in October 2027, ahead of the 2027-2028 summer season. The residences are in a separate tower; in June 2026, the developer expected to deliver it in 2028.
Where is the Cipriani in Punta del Este?
On the site of the historic Hotel San Rafael, on the Playa Brava coastal road (parada 11) in the San Rafael neighborhood, across from the beach. It is about 6 minutes from the peninsula and half an hour from Laguna del Sauce airport.
What residence types are there, and how large are they?
Two-bedroom corner residences (203 m² / 2,185 sq ft in total, floors 16 to 25), three-bedroom half-floor residences with a den (405 m² / 4,360 sq ft, floors 26 to 35), five-bedroom full-floor residences (floors 36 to 41) and duplex penthouses of up to 1,620 m² (17,440 sq ft). All have 3.4-meter (11-foot) ceilings and ocean views.
How much does a residence at Cipriani Punta del Este cost?
It depends on the residence type, floor and orientation. Contact us for the current price list and the developer's payment plan.
What services do owners receive?
24-hour Cipriani concierge service is included. Resort services such as housekeeping, in-residence dining, spa, personal training or home care while you are away are booked separately. Residents also have four levels of private amenities and direct access to the resort and casino.
Can foreigners buy?
Yes. In Uruguay, for urban properties like this one, foreign buyers have the same property rights as Uruguayans, with no nationality restrictions and no residency requirement; closings are signed before a notary public. According to the developer, buyers in the first tower come mainly from Argentina, Brazil, Europe and the United States.
Last updated: October 2026
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Details & Amenities
Available units
Cipriani Resort, Residences & Casino - Corner Unit
San Rafael | Punta del Este | Maldonado | Uruguay
2 bed • 2 Bathrooms • 203 m² total
Cipriani Resort, Residences & Casino - Half Floor Unit
San Rafael | Punta del Este | Maldonado | Uruguay
3 bed • 4 Bathrooms • 405 m² total
Cipriani Resort, Residences & Casino - Full Floor Unit
San Rafael | Punta del Este | Maldonado | Uruguay
5 bed • 6 Bathrooms • 810 m² total
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