Grand Cayman Hotels: Where to Stay

Grand Cayman has a deep lodging list, from a golf and spa resort to a family suite hotel on the North Sound. This guide covers the best hotels in Grand Cayman we could confirm, with addresses, phone numbers, check-in times, and real amenities. We checked each property against its own site and at least one other source. Several hotels here changed in recent years, and two big openings arrived in 2026. Rates change daily, so we do not quote them. Call or check the booking page for current totals.

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Best Hotels in Grand Cayman: What We Confirmed

The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman

The Ritz-Carlton is the top luxury pick among Seven Mile Beach hotels. Trade listings place the resort at 1066 West Bay Road. The phone number is 345-943-9000. The grounds cover 144 acres on the beach, according to British Airways Holidays. The same listing gives check-in at 4:00 PM and check-out at 12:00 PM.

The resort has two pools, a children pool, and a Greg Norman designed golf course. Five Star Alliance describes a 9-hole layout. The spa carries the La Prairie name and offers 17 treatment rooms. Tennis courts and a fitness center are on site. Five restaurants include two from chef Eric Ripert. Families can join the Ritz Kids program, which teaches children about the environment.

Sources disagree on room count. One listing counts 375 rooms and another counts 369. Ask the hotel for the current figure if the number matters to you. The resort closed in June 2021 for a major renovation by owner Dart. The Cayman Compass and the Cayman Times reported a reopening in November 2021.

Choose the Ritz-Carlton if you want a full resort with golf, a large spa, and strong dining. Confirm current restaurant hours and kids program days before you arrive.

Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa

Kimpton Seafire stands at 60 Tanager Way on Seven Mile Beach. The hotel line is 1-345-746-0000. The resort site lists reservations at 1-888-226-4412. Successful Meetings lists 264 rooms across 10 floors and an opening year of 2016.

The resort site lists five restaurants and bars named Ave, Coccoloba, Library by the Sea, Avecita, and Nana Cabana. A coffee shop called Seafire Pantry also operates. An older trade listing counts three restaurants, so counts differ by source. The site also lists a full spa, several pools, beach access, and wedding venues. The resort reports a 2026 Tripadvisor Travelers Choice Award.

We could not confirm check-in and check-out times from the resort site. Call the front desk and ask about parking, pets, and any daily resort charges.

Choose Seafire if you want a stylish beachfront base with many dining choices on one property.

The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort and Spa

The Westin is a large family resort on the sand. The mailing address is P.O. Box 30620, Seven Mile Beach. The phone number is 345-945-3800. Marriott lists check-in at 4:00 PM and check-out at 12:00 PM. Travelocity lists 343 guest rooms across five floors. A 2017 report in the Cayman Compass confirms 343 rooms and suites after a major renovation.

Marriott lists a 7,000 square foot spa with thirteen treatment rooms, a 24-hour fitness center, beach cabanas, and what the hotel calls the largest freshwater pool on the island. Dining includes Beach House, Ferdinand’s, Woto, Tortuga Beach Grill and Bar, and Cayman Coffee Exchange. A swim-up bar serves the pool. Parking is free and the property has electric vehicle charging.

Pets are welcome, with a limit of one pet per room and a weight limit of 40 pounds. Travelocity says children 17 and under stay free using existing bedding. Marriott says the resort will accept cards only from 15 November 2026. Plan to pay by card.

Sources disagree on the minimum check-in age. Travelocity lists 21 and Marriott lists 18. Ask the hotel if this affects your group.

Choose the Westin if you want a big pool, a kids friendly setting, and a pet friendly resort.

The Grand Caymanian Resort

The Grand Caymanian is a calm, oceanfront suite hotel on the North Sound in West Bay. The resort site gives 276 Crighton Drive. The Cayman Islands tourism listing gives 278 Crighton Drive. Both list the phone as 345-949-3100. The toll free line is 855-722-9626.

The 6.5 acre property offers studio suites and one bedroom king suites with kitchens. Some one bedroom units have a washer and dryer. The site lists a freshwater pool, a fitness room, free parking, free Wi-Fi, a complimentary area shuttle, and free pickleball courts. The Driftwood Bar and Grill serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with ocean views. The site says the resort charges no resort fees. Pets are accepted.

The site says Seven Mile Beach lies a short drive away. We did not source a drive time, so check a map. We also could not find check-in times on the resort site. Call to confirm.

Choose the Grand Caymanian if you want a quieter base, a kitchen for a longer stay, and a lower key setting than the big Seven Mile Beach resorts.

Palm Heights

Palm Heights calls itself the first all suite boutique hotel in the Cayman Islands. The address is 747 West Bay Road on Seven Mile Beach. The phone number is 345-949-1234. My Boutique Hotel lists 53 suites, check-in from 4:00 PM, and check-out at 12:00 PM.

Suites range from one bedroom oceanview units to three bedroom penthouses. The resort site lists a spa, a fitness center, beach access, and event space. Dining includes Tillies, Paradise Pizza, and Yashinoki. The site shows no adults only rule.

Choose Palm Heights if you want a design led boutique stay with suite space and a smaller scale than the large resorts.

New Hotels in Grand Cayman for 2026

Two new properties opened or planned to open this year. We list both as reported and flag what we could not confirm.

ONE|GT opened on 8 May 2026 in George Town, according to Islands.com. The hotel has 95 suites and sells 82 private residences. The infinity edge rooftop pool has harbor views. Three dining venues include Cafe Bellini, Byu, and Perle. The hotel belongs to Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Islands.com places the hotel about ten minutes from Owen Roberts International Airport.

The Grand Hyatt Grand Cayman Resort is a second newcomer on Seven Mile Beach. Caribbean Magazine reports 382 rooms and suites, three pools, a 14 room spa, and six restaurants and bars. The article says the opening moved from April to 1 September 2026. We could not confirm the property is taking guests today, so check the Hyatt booking page before you plan around the resort.

Where to Stay in Grand Cayman by Area

Seven Mile Beach is the main resort strip. The Ritz-Carlton, Kimpton Seafire, the Westin, Palm Heights, and the Grand Hyatt all sit along the beach. This area suits first time visitors who want sand, restaurants, and easy beach days.

George Town is the capital. ONE|GT opened here in 2026. Choose this area if you want harbor views and city dining. The Westin listing places the capital about 2 miles from the resort, and British Airways Holidays places the Ritz about 3.4 miles from the city center.

The North Sound side of West Bay is quieter. The Grand Caymanian sits here. Choose this area if you prefer calm water, suites with kitchens, and a slower pace.

The Grand Cayman Marriott Resort is also on Seven Mile Beach. Caribbean Journal reported on 5 August 2026 the hotel is becoming the Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort. A beach restoration project was due to finish in early September 2026. Beach access closed during construction, and a free shuttle took guests to another beach every 30 minutes from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The pool, spa, restaurants, and rooms stayed open. Ask the hotel about beach status before you book.

Hotels in Grand Cayman for Families, Couples, and Pet Owners

Families should start with the Westin and the Ritz-Carlton. The Westin lists children 17 and under staying free with existing bedding, and a large pool. The Ritz-Carlton offers a children pool and the Ritz Kids program. Kimpton Seafire also lists family friendly facilities.

Couples should look at Palm Heights and Kimpton Seafire. Palm Heights offers suites and a boutique setting. Seafire offers a spa and five dining venues. The Ritz-Carlton adds a large La Prairie spa.

Travelers on a longer stay should look at the Grand Caymanian. Its suites include kitchens and some have washers and dryers. The property charges no resort fees, according to its site.

Pet owners have two confirmed choices. The Westin accepts one pet per room up to 40 pounds. The Grand Caymanian lists pet friendly accommodations. Call each hotel for current fees and rules.

Golf and spa lovers should pick the Ritz-Carlton. The resort has a Greg Norman designed course, tennis courts, and a 17 room spa.

Getting to Grand Cayman and Around the Island

Owen Roberts International Airport serves Grand Cayman. British Airways Holidays places the airport about 4 miles from the Ritz-Carlton. Northstar Meetings places the Westin about 3 miles from the airport.

Most visitors stay on or near Seven Mile Beach. Five Star Alliance lists Stingray City and the Cayman Turtle Farm among attractions near the Ritz-Carlton. The turtle farm houses about 16,000 sea turtles, according to the same source. We did not source drive times, so check a map for your route.

Several resorts offer helpful extras. The Grand Caymanian provides a complimentary area shuttle. The Marriott offered a shuttle during its beach project. Ask each hotel which transport the front desk offers.

How to Pick Among the Best Hotels in Grand Cayman

Start with the area. Choose Seven Mile Beach for sand and restaurants, George Town for city views, and West Bay for quiet.

Next, check the fee list. Several resorts charge a daily fee on top of the room price. We do not quote any figure, so ask the hotel for the total with taxes and fees.

Then confirm the details we could not. These include Kimpton Seafire check-in times, the Westin minimum age, and the Grand Hyatt opening status.

Last, compare the total on two booking sites and by phone. Book early for winter weekends and holidays. Ask for written confirmation.

What We Checked and What We Could Not

We checked the Ritz-Carlton against the Cayman Compass, the Cayman Times, Five Star Alliance, British Airways Holidays, and a meetings trade listing. We checked Kimpton Seafire against the resort site and Successful Meetings. We checked the Westin against Marriott, Travelocity, Northstar Meetings, and the Cayman Compass. We checked the Grand Caymanian against its own site and the Cayman Islands tourism listing. We checked Palm Heights against its own site and My Boutique Hotel.

We took the Grand Hyatt details from Caribbean Magazine and the ONE|GT details from Islands.com. We took the Marriott beach project from Caribbean Journal.

We did not confirm current rates, resort fees, or Seafire check-in times. We did not confirm the Grand Hyatt opening. The Grand Caymanian sits on the North Sound in West Bay. Confirm every detail with the hotel before you pay.

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Conclusion

The best hotels in Grand Cayman cover every style. The Ritz-Carlton gives you golf and a large spa. Kimpton Seafire gives you five dining venues. The Westin gives you a big pool and a family setting. The Grand Caymanian gives you quiet suites with kitchens, and Palm Heights gives you a boutique stay. Call ahead, confirm the details we flagged, and compare totals before you book where to stay in Grand Cayman.

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