As with any holiday plans, a key factor will be the accommodation that will be available while on holiday. In some instances this can turn out to be an expensive affair, however if you are planning a holiday on the Cayman Islands, the great news is that the accommodation there caters to all kinds of budgets.
While there are luxury resorts and private villas available that can set you back a pretty penny, there are also very affordable condominiums as well as vacation rentals that are affordable throughout the islands.
One of the key factors in determining the rates that you will pay include whether it is peak holiday season. On the Cayman Islands, peaks season starts from about 15 December to 15 April, and during these periods the rates are very high. If you plan to travel during this time, the best way to do so is with a larger group so that condominium or vacation rental costs can be shared, rather than staying at a hotel.
The good news is that the Cayman Islands government has strict regulations about the quality of accommodation available to tourists and as such, you can be assured of the quality and service you will receive regardless of the time of accommodation you opt for.
The Seven Mile Beach
Considered to be a prime holiday destination on the Cayman Islands, there are many beautiful accommodations to choose from. This is a lovely area to spend your holiday as it is near the clubs and restaurants and malls, and of course the breathtaking beach is just a stone’s throw away.
Amongst the accommodation available include :
Villas : these are aplenty and provide breathtaking views of the ocean and lots of privacy. Most come with private pool and sunbathing area as well.
Condominiums : these are all normally sea-facing and provide visitors with not only accommodation, but also all the facilities normally associated with condominiums. These include tennis, beachfront BBQs, swimming pool and a host of other activities. There is usually an option for breakfast with the accommodation which is something worth considering. Living at a condominium during the holidays would be cost effective when travelling with a group of friends, in which case everyone can pitch in for the cost of the accommodation.
Hotel Accommodation
There is no end to the number of hotels that dot the coastline on the Cayman Islands. Varying in size and facilities, it is possible to stay in luxury hotels that are paradise on earth with all the facilities you could imagine and more. Alternatively if the purse strings don’t allow, it is also possible to live in less luxurious but equally beautiful hotels along the coastline that cater to individuals or honeymooners, and even families. Hotel accommodation is affordable in you explore taking a standard deluxe room. You will also want to explore the price of the meals at the hotel and it may sometimes not be convenient to travel outside the hotel that provides all the comforts that you can imagine.
Budget Accommodation
There are many budget accommodations available particularly on Grand Cayman. Since the Cayman Islands is primarily known as a diving destination, there are many accommodations available to diving enthusiasts. Therefore if you are interested in going in this direction, it may be worthwhile to explore the packages that are available which include accommodation as well as diving packages. The diving packages normally come with daily two-tank boat dives as well as shore diving.
In addition, apart from staying on the Seven Mile Beach it is possible to get more affordable accommodation out of that area. The idea is to stay a little away from George Town and West Bay Road and you will be surprised at the difference in the prices of accommodation available.
There are also bed and breakfast options available. These economy accommodations are clean and provide you with a place to rest your head each night after at busy day diving or on the beach. Most of these come with full breakfasts and this should keep you full for most of the morning. The hosts of bed and breakfast accommodations are warm and friendly, and usually very accommodating.
Planning a Great Holiday Getaway
The trick to planning a great holiday getaway on the Cayman Islands is to plan well in advance. If you are able to take a holiday when it is not peak season on the islands, you will have a variety of choices not only in terms of accommodation costs but also airfare ad even diving packages. You will find that several airlines also offer such packages where you can book a 3 day 2 night package with airfare included, and if you opt to do so, you can extend your stay beyond the days and nights provided.
These are probably the best types of packages available. If however you are working on a shoestring budget then a good idea is to book the air tickets separately and explore the different bed and breakfast facilities that are available. You will be able to source for most of these online and then you can make arrangements directly and negotiate the rates depending on the number of people going on this holiday.
It has not become popular to get married on the Cayman Islands and if this is something that you would like to explore doing, it will be a good idea to get in touch with the different hotels to see what packages are available. Such packages not only include the wedding proper, but also special rates for guests from the wedding party to stay at the hotel, and even special airfares can be arranged for group bookings.
All in all, holidays or weddings, luxury budgets or a shoestring one, there are many options available for accommodation on the Cayman Islands.