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 Jamaica Colosseum Mall or Rufus King Park, 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 Jamaica Colosseum Mall and Aqueduct Racetrack, 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 Jamaica Colosseum Mall or Flower District 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 Jamaica Colosseum Mall. 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
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 AU$378 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$378
per night
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,106 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean every day they cleaned it without even asking. the rooms were big enough we had a late check in it was fast and convenient"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
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
The price is AU$495 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$495
per night
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (6,362 reviews)
"Bed and bedding clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square

Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square

4 out of 5
145 W 44th St, New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$376 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$376
per night
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (5,878 reviews)
"Staff"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
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.
Spacious 3-bedroom apartment in cool Queens with WiFi, AC

Spacious 3-bedroom apartment in cool Queens with WiFi, AC

Queens
Stay at this apartment in Jamaica. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Citi Field and UBS Arena are located nearby.
6.4/10 (12 reviews)
"It was nice I wish the rooms have tv or all the rooms have mirrors, but it was nice. Nice quiet area not bothered by anyone"

Reviewed on 25 July 2025

Spacious 3-bedroom apartment in cool Queens with WiFi, AC
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 WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,699 reviews)
"Good everything"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Radio City Apartments
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 WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (815 reviews)
"Spacious room by NYC standards. Friendly staff. Many in-hotel conveniences. Two attached restaurants. Great for a Lower Manhattan stay."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 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
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4 - Good
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4 - Good 25%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 58%
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2 - Disappointing 17%
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4/5 - Good

Quifina

Quick to get to the airport.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Close the airport. Beyond that, Jamaica NY is not a destination kn itself

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

It's a quite neighborhood, a bit runned down with poor dining options

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