Introduction
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 5 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 September
Estimated hotel price
C$ 699
1 night at 3-star hotel
George Town in September
Estimated hotel price
C$ 699
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 Airlines that fly from Canada to George Town include Air Canada, WestJet and Air Transat. The shortest flight to George Town from Canada departs from Ottawa and takes around 4h 25m.

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 Airlines that fly from Canada to George Town include Air Canada, WestJet and Air Transat. The shortest flight to George Town from Canada departs from Ottawa and takes around 4h 25m.

Airports near George Town

Airlines serving George Town

Delta
Good (8,002 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,532 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,020 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,462 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,902 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,151 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (334 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,045 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (475 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,164 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (393 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,248 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 Holiday Inn Resort Grand Cayman by IHG, George Town offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 1,422 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 1,040 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)
C$ 1,120+
Shangri-La Boutique Bed & Breakfast
4 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 322+
The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 1,343+
Regal Beach Club
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 523+
Seven Mile Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 457+
The Locale Hotel Grand Cayman
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 365+

Renting a car in George Town

Renting a car in George Town costs C$ 61 per day, on average, or C$ 304 if you want to rent it for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at George Town Owen Roberts Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 2.04 per litre 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 C$ 24.40 and C$ 32.53. 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 rental cars (Kia Forte or similar) are, on average, 81% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in George Town costs C$ 61 per day, on average, or C$ 304 if you want to rent it for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at George Town Owen Roberts Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 2.04 per litre 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 C$ 24.40 and C$ 32.53. 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 rental cars (Kia Forte or similar) are, on average, 81% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.