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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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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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 Jamaica Colosseum Mall. Jump on the metro at Jamaica 179 St. Station to see more of the city.

Jamaica Estates
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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 NZ$448 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$448
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
7.2/10 Good! (4,861 reviews)
"Its near times square"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Hotel Edison Times Square

Hotel Edison Times Square

4 out of 5
228 W 47th St, New York, NY
The price is NZ$451 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$451
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,678 reviews)
"It was a great experience. Very convenient. What we didn't like waa no fridges in the room. Otherwise every place is accessible for a night out on the town."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Hotel Edison Times Square
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel

Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel

4 out of 5
235 West 46th Street, New York, NY
The price is NZ$386 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
NZ$386
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,260 reviews)
"Great location, Friendly staff, clean room comfy bed room and bathroom was updated"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Paramount Times Square – A Generator 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.
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.
6.8/10 (10 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! (4,660 reviews)
"comfortable stay .friendly and helping staff. safe. very conveniently located. Room was clean and nicely dressed up."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Radio City Apartments
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy One Platt Apartments Financial District

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy One Platt Apartments Financial District

3.5 out of 5
1 Platt Street, New York, NY
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in New York. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, concierge services, and a pool table. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (590 reviews)
"Good sized rooms , great location, rootop has amazing views!!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy One Platt Apartments Financial District
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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5 - Excellent 0%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 25%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 58%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 17%
1 - Terrible
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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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