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 3 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, Blue by Eric Ripert at The Ritz Carlton Grand Cayman (West Bay Road The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman) and Tillies (747 West Bay Road) are great picks.

When to visit George Town

George Town in August
Estimated hotel price
$636
1 night at 3-star hotel
George Town in August
Estimated hotel price
$636
1 night at 3-star 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 centre. The shortest flight to George Town from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 51h 20m.

Plane

When flying to George Town, you’ll arrive at George Town Owen Roberts Intl (GCM), which is located 2 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to George Town from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 51h 20m.

Airports near George Town

Airlines serving George Town

British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,594 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,947 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,586 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,786 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,952 reviews)
Cayman Airways
Excellent (19 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 Holiday Inn Resort Grand Cayman, An IHG Hotel, George Town offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $2,776 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,326 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of George Town

Most booked hotels in George Town

The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$1,076+
Holiday Inn Resort Grand Cayman, An IHG Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$348+
Grand Cayman Marriott Resort
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$499+

Hiring a car in George Town

Avis, Thrifty and Payless are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in George Town is the Hertz branch at 250 Owens Robert Drive #10, which is 2 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $2.27 per litre in George Town (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $27.14 and $36.19. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in George Town, while also 75% cheaper than other types, on average.

Avis, Thrifty and Payless are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in George Town is the Hertz branch at 250 Owens Robert Drive #10, which is 2 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $2.27 per litre in George Town (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $27.14 and $36.19. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in George Town, while also 75% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car hire agencies in George Town

Hertz

Hertz

Ace

Ace

Alamo

Alamo
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