Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything George Town has to offer.

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Where to Eat in George Town

If you’re looking for affordable options, Tillies (747 West Bay Road) and Agua Restaurant & Lounge (Suite 4105, 47 Forum Lane) are great picks.

When to visit George Town

George Town in May
Estimated package price
$209
2 travelers
Flight to George Town
3 nights at hotel
George Town in May
Estimated package price
$209
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 American Airlines, Cayman Airways and United Airlines. The shortest flight to George Town from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 33m.

Car

Another option to get to George Town is to pick up a car rental from West Bay, which is about 11 km from George Town. You’ll find branches of Andy's Rent A Car and Hertz, among others, in West Bay.

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 American Airlines, Cayman Airways and United Airlines. The shortest flight to George Town from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 33m.

Car

Another option to get to George Town is to pick up a car rental from West Bay, which is about 11 km from George Town. You’ll find branches of Andy's Rent A Car and Hertz, among others, in West Bay.

Airports near George Town

GCMGeorge Town Owen Roberts Intl
LYBLittle Cayman

Airlines serving George Town

British Airways
Good (7,857 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,388 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,546 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,897 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,917 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,598 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (534 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (336 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (431 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,549 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,315 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,339 reviews)
Cayman Airways
Excellent (32 reviews)
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Where to stay in George Town

From 5-star hotels such as the The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman to great affordable options like the Hampton by Hilton Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach, George Town offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $1,175 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,011 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of George Town

Most booked hotels in George Town

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Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, 254 reviews)
$1,032+
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Hotel Indigo Grand Cayman By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (9.5, 56 reviews)
$451+
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The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 124 reviews)
$835+
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The Locale Hotel Grand Cayman
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 326 reviews)
$260+
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Hampton by Hilton Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 189 reviews)
$302+
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Seven Mile Beach Resort & Club
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 203 reviews)
$326+
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Renting a car in George Town

Renting a car in George Town costs $43 per day, on average, or $173 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 26% 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.

Renting a car in George Town costs $43 per day, on average, or $173 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 26% 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.

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$21/day

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$27/day

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