Jamaica Travel Guide

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Jamaica
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Where to stay in Jamaica

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Downtown Jamaica

While you're in Downtown Jamaica, take in top sights like Rufus King Park or Jamaica Colosseum Mall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Jamaica Center Parsons - Archer Station or Archer Av. Station.

Downtown Jamaica
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South Jamaica

When in South Jamaica, you can plan a visit to Aqueduct Racetrack and Resorts World Casino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

South Jamaica
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Rochdale

Rochdale might not have many top sights, but The Ohel and Green Acres Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Rochdale
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Briarwood

When in Briarwood and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Flower District or Mott Haven and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Briarwood Van Wyck Blvd. Station or Parsons Blvd. Station.

Briarwood
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Jamaica Estates

Even though there aren't top sights in Jamaica Estates, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Flower District. Jump on the metro at Jamaica 179 St. Station to see more of the city.

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Hillcrest

If you're spending some time in Hillcrest, Carnesecca Arena and Jack Kaiser Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Hillcrest
Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street, at Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £184 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£184
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,691 reviews)
"Great stay for a 3 day trip."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hotel St. James

Hotel St. James

2.5 out of 5
109 W. 45TH ST., New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £131 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£131
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6,100 reviews)
"What a great location and for its value... brilliant! 5 nights, comfy bed, grocery spot next door for breakfast etc. Staff great and a lift for the heavy bags."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Hotel St. James
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

4 out of 5
811 7th Ave, New York, NY
The price is £175 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£175
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,873 reviews)
"No problems"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Radio City Apartments

Radio City Apartments

3.5 out of 5
142 West 49th Street, New York, NY
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,459 reviews)
"Home away from home"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Radio City Apartments
31 Street Broadway Hotel

31 Street Broadway Hotel

2 out of 5
38 West 31st Street, New York, NY
Stay at this aparthotel in New York. Enjoy room service, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value ...
5.4/10 (1,086 reviews)
"Everything was great; the place is clean and perfect for spending the night. However, the towels need to be changed. As soon as you use them once, they smell bad."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

31 Street Broadway Hotel
Placemakr Wall Street

Placemakr Wall Street

4 out of 5
110 Wall St, New York, NY
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (746 reviews)
"This will absolutely be the place we stay every time we visit NYC!! Clean, convenient, comfortable."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Placemakr Wall Street
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Jamaica

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Guest rating
5 - Excellent
4
5 - Excellent 9%
4 - Good
11
4 - Good 24%
3 - Okay
22
3 - Okay 48%
2 - Disappointing
4
2 - Disappointing 9%
1 - Terrible
5
1 - Terrible 11%

2/5 - Disappointing

Uk

Staff are very helpful and pleasant, breakfast basic but acceptable. Expensive room considering the poor quality of the rooms/facilities.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Handy for JFK

5/5 - Excellent

Lisa

Lovely weather and friendly people

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Strong marijuana smell

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Stayed over between flights. Excellent for this with the free airport shuttle

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Good friendly staff, clean, comfortable room

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