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.

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
RM 1700
1 night at 3-star hotel
George Town in September
Estimated hotel price
RM 1700
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.

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.

Airports near George Town

Airlines serving George Town

British Airways
Good (6,773 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (9,165 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (4,015 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,633 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,594 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,735 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,991 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (460 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,794 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (5,379 reviews)
Cayman Airways
Excellent (32 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, An IHG Hotel, George Town offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 7,016 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 3,464 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of George Town

Hiring a car in George Town

Avis, Thrifty and Hertz 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.

Expect to pay RM 6.54 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 RM 78.45 and RM 104.60. 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 Intermediate car hire (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is, on average, 76% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Avis, Thrifty and Hertz 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.

Expect to pay RM 6.54 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 RM 78.45 and RM 104.60. 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 Intermediate car hire (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is, on average, 76% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.