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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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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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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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 £186 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
£186
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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! (5,335 reviews)
"Amazing location, right next to Grand Central. Everything was in working condition. I was worried with all the bad reviews, but had no problems."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
The Manhattan at Times Square
The Manhattan at Times Square
4 out of 5
790 7th Ave, New York, NY
The price is £153 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£153
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
5.6/10 (4,341 reviews)
"Wonderful service and great eoom"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

The Manhattan at Times Square
Hotel Stanford
Hotel Stanford
3 out of 5
43 W 32nd St, New York, NY
The price is £131 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
£131
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in New York. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,459 reviews)
"Well-priced and nice location with great transport options. Exceeded my expectations, well done to all staff!"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

Hotel Stanford
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! (4,376 reviews)
"The Apartment is very much accessible and location perfect. The staff were all so helpful and nice, brilliant service! The room is fully functional i nluding the use of laundry is so helpful. Will highly recommend the place for any NY visitors."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 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 (1,063 reviews)
"Exellent location."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 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! (723 reviews)
"Had a hard time w the thermostat in room 2202"

Reviewed on 12 Jun 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

3.1
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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