Jamaica, NY

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Jamaica
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Where to stay in Jamaica

Queens ... Not the country .. Watch coming to America with eddy Murphy .. I'll learn about this area and Jackson heights

Downtown Jamaica

If you're spending time in Downtown Jamaica, check out sights like Jamaica Colosseum Mall or Rufus King Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at Jamaica Center Parsons - Archer Station or Archer Av. Station.

Downtown Jamaica
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South Jamaica

Though South Jamaica might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jamaica Colosseum Mall and Aqueduct Racetrack.

South Jamaica
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Rochdale

While Rochdale might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Ohel and Green Acres Mall.

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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 the city at Briarwood Van Wyck Blvd. Station or Parsons Blvd. Station.

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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

While visiting Hillcrest, you might make a stop by sights like Carnesecca Arena and Jack Kaiser Stadium.

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 ¥23,162 per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
¥23,162
¥33,306 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,372 reviews)
Room could be better needs dusting but for location it’s good

Reviewed on Nov 5, 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 ¥24,810 per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
¥24,810
¥36,081 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
includes taxes & fees
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! (6,329 reviews)
Yes room was clean service was good rooms are was small but okay

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Empire Hotel

Empire Hotel

4 out of 5
44 W 63rd St, New York, NY
The price is ¥22,052 per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
¥22,052
¥29,370 total
Nov 25 - Nov 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (6,103 reviews)
Great location, close to everything and good service.

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

Empire 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.
6.4/10 (13 reviews)
It was very nice and clean. The heat however is connected to the downstairs tenant or something, the heat blasted during most of the stay.

Reviewed on Oct 12, 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! (4,737 reviews)
Everything was great!

Reviewed on Nov 3, 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! (826 reviews)
Great location, much quieter than midtown yet easy access to the subway network so could get everywhere quickly. Rooms were great - we had a 4-bedroom unit which was perfect for a couple and 3 teenagers. Lots of eateries and bars nearby. Next to piers for ferries to Staten Island and uptown along ...

Reviewed on Nov 2, 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

3.3
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
208
5 - Excellent 12%
4 - Good
498
4 - Good 30%
3 - Okay
677
3 - Okay 40%
2 - Disappointing
177
2 - Disappointing 11%
1 - Terrible
122
1 - Terrible 7%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Just around the block from airport

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

nice places

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Definitely didn't feel like the safest area, but was never mugged or got hurt so, that's good.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

It was extremely convenient to be near JFK, but the stores or shops are about a 10-15 drive.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Didn’t get out. Ordered food from a Jamaican chicken restaurant that was fabulous.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I like it because it was not too far from the airport it was convenience for me

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