New casino planned for Uruguay’s premier oceanfront destination

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 8:03 PM
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  • James Marrison, G3 Newswire

A Brazilian investment group is planning to develop a new private casino in Playa Mansa, Punta del Este, Uruguay.

According to local press the land is made up of several lots and covers approximately 10,000 square meters. The project will be presented to the Ministry of Economy and other national and departmental institutions. If approved it will share space with a real estate development featuring more than 120 units, a shopping centre, restaurants, an entertainment area, and a private casino.

The preliminary study for the proposal of the new casino is awaiting approval from the Ministry of Economy and was planned in accordance with Law 16.736 on the Operation of Casinos in Uruguay, which establishes the legal provisions for the operation and functioning of gambling establishments in the country.