Jamaica Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A calm sea at sunset with boats and a pier.
An airplane wing above clouds with a rainbow.
A city skyline silhouetted against a vibrant orange sky.
The Empire State Building with its distinctive spire and Art Deco architecture.
A colorful apple sculpture in a public space with a high ceiling and a 'To New York' sign in the background.

Our guide on where to stay in Jamaica

Find the best Jamaica areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A modern train station with a curved roof structure, large windows, and a pedestrian bridge.

Downtown Jamaica

While you're in Downtown Jamaica, take in top sights like Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning 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.

An aerial view of an airport surrounded by a cityscape and water bodies.

South Jamaica

When in South Jamaica, you can plan a visit to Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning and Jamaica Colosseum Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Briarwood

When in Briarwood and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning or Forest Hills Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Briarwood Van Wyck Blvd. Station or Parsons Blvd. Station.

A densely populated urban area with numerous buildings and streets.

Rochdale

Rochdale might not have many top sights, but The Ohel and Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Jamaica Estates

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

TWA Hotel at JFK Airport

TWA Hotel at JFK Airport

4 out of 5
One Idlewild Drive Jamaica NY
The price is NZ$571 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$571
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jamaica. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Resorts World Casino and UBS Arena are ...
8/10 Very good! (988 reviews)
"Very clean room… comfy beds and kind staff"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

TWA Hotel at JFK Airport
ROW NYC

ROW NYC

4 out of 5
700 8th Avenue New York NY
The price is NZ$456 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
NZ$456
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Times Square and Broadway are located ...
ROW NYC
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$424 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$424
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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 ...
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
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STAYCA Spacious Suite 4-bedroom apartment in Queens Near JFK

STAYCA Spacious Suite 4-bedroom apartment in Queens Near JFK

Queens NY
Stay at this apartment in Jamaica. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and concierge services. Popular attractions Flushing Meadows-Corona Park and UBS Arena ...
6.6/10 (23 reviews)
"So I will say the host was responsive from the moment we booked until we checked out. The problem now becomes that the place is advertised as a 4 bedroom and there are 4 rooms. The futon in the 4th bedroom was broken. We reached out and they sent someone to bring in another one the next day. The ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

STAYCA Spacious Suite 4-bedroom apartment in Queens Near JFK
Spacious 3-bedroom apartment in cool Queens with WiFi, AC

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

Queens NY
Stay at this apartment in Jamaica. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Flushing Meadows-Corona Park and UBS Arena are located nearby.
7/10 Good! (31 reviews)
"The place was beautiful, clean and very comfortable. The beds were so soft that my husband and I did not want to leave, perfect for a good rest after a long day. We will love to stay here next time we go back."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

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 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 rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,698 reviews)
"This was a great property for us to walk or get to the subway for everything we needed. We also really liked the room. Sleeping area and a living/kitchenette was wonderful. Elevators can be slow but it didn’t diminish our stay. I would book here again."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

Radio City Apartments
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Stay near popular Jamaica attractions

St. John's University

6.8/10 (506 reviews)
Enjoy the student vibe at St. John's University during your visit to Jamaica. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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Activities

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

NZ$75
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Tyrannosaurs rex skeleton in the American Museum of Natural History in New York

American Museum of Natural History Tickets

NZ$71
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
New York’s Best Skyline View, Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center

Top of the Rock Timed Admission

NZ$72
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

NZ$75
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket
The Lion King On Broadway

The Lion King On Broadway

NZ$236
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Lion King On Broadway
New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise

Circle Line: New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise

NZ$86
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Circle Line: New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise
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Cities near Jamaica

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Lawrence

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Far Rockaway

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Valley Stream

A bridge with an American flag, a city skyline, and a waterfront park.

Brooklyn