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By staying at a hostel you can reduce your spending on lodging and set aside more of your trip funds for fun things to do during your trip. You can enjoy activities like shopping in this destination, while the local restaurants offer plenty of opportunities to treat your taste buds.

You may like the nightly rates at this top accommodation option in the surrounding area, which gets positive reviews from our guests: Hyatt Grand Central New York - 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from the heart of Jamaica. Located steps from Broadway. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and a bar at this hotel.

The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 37°F. Average annual precipitation for Jamaica is 48 inches.

In general, Jamaica is known for its architecture, restaurants, and cafes. Major attractions include Grand Central Terminal, Rockefeller Center, and Empire State Building. Get out into nature with places like Jamaica Bay, Gateway National Recreation Area, and Rufus King Park. Cultural attractions include Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning, King Manor Museum, and Afrikan Poetry Theatre.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Jamaica in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), located 4.2 mi (6.7 km) away from the city center. An alternative is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which is 6.2 mi (10 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you may want to use public transit to get around. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Jamaica Center Parsons - Archer Station, Parsons Blvd. Station, and Archer Av. Station. Train stations including Jamaica Station and Jamaica Locust Manor Station make it easy to check out more of the surrounding area.