George Town travel guide

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You're Going to Love George Town

With 29.370 inhabitants, George Town is the most populous city in the Cayman Islands. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything George Town has to offer.

Where to Eat in George Town

If you’re looking for affordable options, Tillies (747 West Bay Road) and Catch Restaurant & Lounge (Batabano Road Morgans Harbour) are great picks.

Most popular restaurants in George Town

Global, International
Wonderful (51 reviews)
Global, International
Wonderful (51 reviews)

When to visit George Town

George Town in September
Estimated package price
$864
2 travelers
Flight to George Town
3 nights at hotel
George Town in September
Estimated package price
$864
2 travelers
Flight to George Town
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to George Town

Plane

When flying to George Town, you’ll arrive at George Town Owen Roberts Intl (GCM), which is located 2 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to George Town include JetBlue, Qatar Airways and American Airlines. The shortest flight to George Town from the United States departs from Miami and takes around 1h 40m.

Plane

When flying to George Town, you’ll arrive at George Town Owen Roberts Intl (GCM), which is located 2 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to George Town include JetBlue, Qatar Airways and American Airlines. The shortest flight to George Town from the United States departs from Miami and takes around 1h 40m.

Airports near George Town

Airlines serving George Town

British Airways
Good (4,403 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,593 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,914 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,669 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,628 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,741 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (138 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,899 reviews)
Cayman Airways
Excellent (19 reviews)
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Where to stay in George Town

Average rates range from around $2,041 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,053 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of George Town

Most booked hotels in George Town

Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 88 reviews)
$864+
The Locale Hotel Grand Cayman
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 341 reviews)
$291+
The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, 46 reviews)
$848+
Hampton by Hilton Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 205 reviews)
$339+
Seven Mile Beach Resort & Club
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 141 reviews)
$382+
Sunshine Suites Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 158 reviews)
$260+

Renting a car in George Town

Renting a car in George Town costs $62 per day, on average, or $310 if you want to rent if for 5 days. Thrifty, Dollar and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in George Town is the Hertz branch at 250 Owens Robert Drive #10, which is 2 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in George Town.

Expect to pay $5.75 per gallon in George Town (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $69.05 and $92.06. Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in George Town, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in George Town costs $62 per day, on average, or $310 if you want to rent if for 5 days. Thrifty, Dollar and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in George Town is the Hertz branch at 250 Owens Robert Drive #10, which is 2 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in George Town.

Expect to pay $5.75 per gallon in George Town (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $69.05 and $92.06. Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in George Town, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.