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 8 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 September
Estimated hotel price
£254
1 night at 3-star hotel
George Town in September
Estimated hotel price
£254
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 (4,577 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,930 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,593 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,789 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,948 reviews)
Cayman Airways
Excellent (19 reviews)
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Where to stay in George Town

Average rates range from around £1,442 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £714 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
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£530+
The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£600+
Seven Mile Beach Resort & Club
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£271+
Sunshine Suites Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£184+
The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£425+
Holiday Inn Resort Grand Cayman, An IHG Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£182+

Hiring a car in George Town

Hiring a car in George Town costs £45 per day, on average, or £362 if you want to hire it for 8 days. 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 1 mile from the city centre.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at George Town Owen Roberts Intl.

Expect to pay £1.18 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 £14.12 and £18.82. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in George Town, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in George Town costs £45 per day, on average, or £362 if you want to hire it for 8 days. 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 1 mile from the city centre.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at George Town Owen Roberts Intl.

Expect to pay £1.18 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 £14.12 and £18.82. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in George Town, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.