Best beaches in Punta Colorada

3 ranked beaches in Punta Colorada, Maldonado

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

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Playa Punta Colorada

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Scenic beach and rocky-headland area with surf appeal and a distinct identity beyond central Piriápolis.

7.0

Playa Punta Colorada Este

Eastern Punta Colorada beach stretch before the Punta Negra transition, useful as a boundary-safe entry.

7.0

Playa Punta Colorada Oeste

Quieter western sector of Punta Colorada, useful for surf and scenery without duplicating the main beach.

7.0

What makes Punta Colorada's beaches stand out?

Punta Colorada sits in Maldonado, Uruguay and is home to 3 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Punta Colorada or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.