Holiday Inn Resort Grand CaymanvsKimpton Seafire Resort + Spa
Both hotels are rated highly by writers. On balance, Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa scores marginally better than Holiday Inn Resort Grand Cayman. Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa ranks #21 in Cayman Islands with praise from 4 reviewers like The Telegraph, Jetsetter and Gayot.
Holiday Inn Resort Grand Cayman
278 Crighton Drive | Crystal Harbour, West Bay, Grand Cayman
From $213/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
DK Eyewitness
"With a cozy welcoming atmosphere, this beautiful villas-only resort is the only resort on the shores of Grand Cayman's North Sound Lagoon, next to the North Sound Golf Course."
Star Service
"This resort is a modern British-Caribbean style hotel wrapping around a lush courtyard and overlooking a pool to the palm-fringed beach." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Holiday Inn Resort Grand Cayman is a three-pearl hotel located on the eastern coast of Grand Cayman." Full review
Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa
60 Tanager Way, Seven Mile Beach KY1-1300, Grand Cayman
From $729/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Gayot
"Kimpton's signature guest services enhance the beachfront setting at this designer resort."
The Telegraph
9.0
"Marking this boutique hotel brand’s first foray into the Caribbean market is Kimpton Seafire, a stunning, design-forward resort situated on the sublime sands of Seven Mile Beach." Full review
Jetsetter
"Design-forward refuge and Kimpton’s first non-American venture on Cayman's Seven Mile Beach." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
5 Stars
"Walking into Kimpton Seafire
Resort & Spa, you’re immediately struck by stunning, panoramic ocean views
and a canopy of palm trees as far as the eye can see." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The Kimpton’s chic decor and trendy dining scene attract romantics and young friend groups more than families with little ones. But the Kimpton has a few nice benefits for families. " Full review
Lonely Planet
"The chic lobby gives a nod to Caymanian culture, with local art on display...the 266 sumptuous rooms of varying size and style feature expansive windows with panoramic views." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Very much looks like a sophisticated, contemporary hotel...kids always have a blast doing crafts, snorkeling, and playing games at Camp Seafire. Teens will enjoy being left to their devices"
Michelin Guide
"A surprisingly elegant and refined look for Kimpton...the clean-lined, visually minimalist guest rooms are pure luxury, and the suites offer extra space and astonishing ocean views." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Voted one of the best resort hotels in the Caribbean...this 264-room property also boasts the impressive Library by the Sea cocktail bar and Mexican street food-inspired beach eatery Coccoloba"
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