Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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 8 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 July
Estimated hotel price
£282
1 night at 3-star hotel
George Town in July
Estimated hotel price
£282
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 1 mile from the city centre. The shortest flight to George Town from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 28h 09m.

Plane

When flying to George Town, you’ll arrive at George Town Owen Roberts Intl (GCM), which is located 1 mile from the city centre. The shortest flight to George Town from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 28h 09m.

Airports near George Town

GCMGeorge Town Owen Roberts Intl
LYBLittle Cayman

Airlines serving George Town

Delta
Good (8,004 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,495 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,000 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,660 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,404 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,907 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,113 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (335 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,040 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (470 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,153 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (387 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,239 reviews)
Cayman Airways
Excellent (27 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 £840 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £555 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, Excellent reviews)
£578+
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Shangri-La Boutique Bed & Breakfast
4 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
£153+
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The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£692+
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Regal Beach Club
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£286+
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Seven Mile Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£196+
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Hampton by Hilton Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£193+
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Hiring a car in George Town

Hiring a car in George Town costs £28 per day, on average, or £224 if you want to hire it for 8 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in George Town.

Expect to pay £1.13 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 £13.45 and £17.93. The most frequently booked car type in George Town is Mini (Kia Picanto or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Hyundai i20 or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in George Town costs £28 per day, on average, or £224 if you want to hire it for 8 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in George Town.

Expect to pay £1.13 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 £13.45 and £17.93. The most frequently booked car type in George Town is Mini (Kia Picanto or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Hyundai i20 or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in George Town

Economy

2 adults, 2 Bags

£15/day

Economy

Supplier choice saloon

5 adults, 5 Bags

£15/day

Supplier choice saloon
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