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

George Town travel guide

George Town Tourism | George Town Guide

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 7 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 August
Estimated hotel price
£288
1 night at 3-star hotel
George Town in August
Estimated hotel price
£288
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 the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 28h 10m.

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 the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 28h 10m.

Airports near George Town

GCMGeorge Town Owen Roberts Intl
LYBLittle Cayman

Airlines serving George Town

British Airways
Good (8,203 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,561 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,169 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,581 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,044 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,289 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (575 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,045 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (458 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,447 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (315 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,203 reviews)
Cayman Airways
Excellent (36 reviews)
BermudAir
Excellent (7 reviews)
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Where to stay in George Town

Average rates range from around £845 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £576 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)
£358+
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The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£454+
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Hampton by Hilton Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£175+
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Seven Mile Beach Resort & Club
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£195+
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The Sunshine Hotel and Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£136+
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Grand Cayman Marriott Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£217+
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Hiring a car in George Town

Hiring a car in George Town costs £27 per day, on average, or £188 if you want to hire it for 7 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 45% more expensive than at George Town Owen Roberts Intl.

Expect to pay £1.21 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 £14.48 and £19.31. Economy (Hyundai i20 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in George Town, while also 88% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in George Town costs £27 per day, on average, or £188 if you want to hire it for 7 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 45% more expensive than at George Town Owen Roberts Intl.

Expect to pay £1.21 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 £14.48 and £19.31. Economy (Hyundai i20 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in George Town, while also 88% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car hire deals in George Town

Compact

4 adults, 2 Bags

£14/day

Compact

Economy

2 adults, 2 Bags

£15/day

Economy
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