Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car
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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 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
£294
1 night at 3-star hotel
George Town in August
Estimated hotel price
£294
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 12h.

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 12h.

Airports near George Town

Airlines serving George Town

British Airways
Good (8,243 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,630 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,280 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,712 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,044 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,318 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,124 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (583 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,450 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (466 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (314 reviews)
Southwest
Good (4,215 reviews)
Cayman Airways
Excellent (37 reviews)
BermudAir
Excellent (7 reviews)
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Where to stay in George Town

Average rates range from around £514 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £517 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 by IHG
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
£395+
The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£479+
Hampton by Hilton Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£205+
Seven Mile Beach Resort & Club
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£209+
The Sunshine Hotel and Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£148+
Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£269+

Hiring a car in George Town

Hiring a car in George Town costs £28 per day, on average, or £198 if you want to hire it for 7 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 100% cheaper than airport locations in George Town.

Expect to pay £1.24 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 £14.80 and £19.73. The most frequently booked car type in George Town is Intermediate (Renault Koleos or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 94% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in George Town costs £28 per day, on average, or £198 if you want to hire it for 7 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 100% cheaper than airport locations in George Town.

Expect to pay £1.24 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 £14.80 and £19.73. The most frequently booked car type in George Town is Intermediate (Renault Koleos or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 94% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.