West Bay travel guide

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You're Going to Love West Bay

With a population of 11,269, West Bay is the largest city in West Bay, Cayman Islands by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything West Bay has to offer.

Where to Eat in West Bay

If you’re looking for affordable options, Calypso Grill Cayman (10 Morgan's Ln) and YARA at Margaritaville Beach Resort (West Bay Road 269) are great picks.

When to visit West Bay

West Bay in June
Estimated package price
$940
2 travelers
Flight to West Bay
3 nights at hotel
West Bay in June
Estimated package price
$940
2 travelers
Flight to West Bay
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to West Bay

Plane

When flying to West Bay, you’ll arrive at George Town Owen Roberts Intl (GCM), which is located 7 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to West Bay include JetBlue, Qatar Airways and Cayman Airways. The shortest flight to West Bay from the United States departs from Miami and takes around 1h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to West Bay is to pick up a car rental from George Town, which is about 7 miles from West Bay. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in George Town.

Plane

When flying to West Bay, you’ll arrive at George Town Owen Roberts Intl (GCM), which is located 7 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to West Bay include JetBlue, Qatar Airways and Cayman Airways. The shortest flight to West Bay from the United States departs from Miami and takes around 1h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to West Bay is to pick up a car rental from George Town, which is about 7 miles from West Bay. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in George Town.

Airports near West Bay

Airlines serving West Bay

British Airways
Good (4,584 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,933 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,589 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,786 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,946 reviews)
Cayman Airways
Excellent (19 reviews)
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Where to stay in West Bay

Average rates range from around $771 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $575 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of West Bay

Most booked hotels in West Bay

Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, 91 reviews)
$663+
The Locale Hotel Grand Cayman
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 353 reviews)
$286+
The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 49 reviews)
$753+
Hampton by Hilton Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 212 reviews)
$284+
Seven Mile Beach Resort & Club
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 150 reviews)
$346+
Sunshine Suites Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 172 reviews)
$235+

Renting a car in West Bay

Expect to pay $5.68 per gallon in West Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $68.14 and $90.85.

Expect to pay $5.68 per gallon in West Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $68.14 and $90.85.