Jamaica, NY

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Where to stay in Jamaica

Find the best Jamaica areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Jamaica
Learn more about Jamaica
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Downtown Jamaica

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

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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 Center for Arts and Learning and Jamaica Colosseum Mall.

A densely populated urban area with numerous buildings and streets.

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 Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning.

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

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 ￥40,099 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
￥40,099
￥51,647 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jamaica. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Resorts World Casino and UBS ...
8/10 Very Good! (966 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026

TWA Hotel at JFK Airport
ROW NYC

ROW NYC

4 out of 5
700 8th Avenue New York NY
The price is ￥28,282 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
￥28,282
￥40,253 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Times Square and Broadway are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,197 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and friendly"

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2026

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 ￥35,671 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
￥35,671
￥47,828 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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 ...
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 WiFi, 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 Oct 1, 2026

STAYCA Spacious Suite 4-bedroom apartment in Queens Near JFK
Spacious Cozy Studio 5-Min Walk to LIRR

Spacious Cozy Studio 5-Min Walk to LIRR

jamaica NY
Stay at this apartment in Jamaica. Enjoy free WiFi and air conditioning. Popular attractions Flushing Meadows-Corona Park and UBS Arena are located nearby.
7/10 Good! (11 reviews)
"The home was spacious and the AC was nice. Quiet, comfortable, and close to the LIRR! Bathroom plumbing is delicate and shower could use a good deep cleaning. But everything was reasonable and the host was very communicative and supportive. I would stay here again. Thank you!"

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026

Spacious Cozy Studio 5-Min Walk to LIRR
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 Sep 13, 2026

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

Stay near popular Jamaica attractions

St. John's University

6.8/10 (506 reviews)
Explore the campus of St. John's University as part of your travels around Jamaica. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

￥6,765
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
New York’s Best Skyline View, Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center

Top of the Rock Timed Admission

￥6,457
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
Tyrannosaurs rex skeleton in the American Museum of Natural History in New York

American Museum of Natural History Tickets

￥6,409
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
One World Observatory: Skip-the-Line Ticket

One World Observatory Tickets

￥4,783
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
One World Observatory Tickets
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

￥6,765
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise

￥5,082
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise
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Cities near Jamaica

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Flushing

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Far Rockaway

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Valley Stream

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Brooklyn

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