Your stay — Amerindian Hostel
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The Property — Amerindian Hostel
The Amerindian Hostel is a no-fuss, budget-friendly base in central Georgetown. Its lobby feels like a casual student common room – worn sofas, notice boards in English and Dutch, and a palpable sense of local backpacker traffic. The USP is location: it's a few blocks from St. George's Cathedral and the seawall, and staff can arrange river tours. This suits independent travellers who want a safe, basic room and don't mind shared bathrooms or early morning street noise.
Chronicles of Georgetown
Georgetown was founded by the British in the 18th century as a Dutch outpost, then rebuilt after a devastating fire in 1812. Its architecture is a UNESCO-nominated mix of Georgian, Dutch and Caribbean styles, often in white-painted timber with ornate jalousies. Since independence in 1966, the city has become a multi-ethnic melting pot – Afro-Guyanese, Indo-Guyanese, Amerindian and Chinese communities shape its markets, food and festivals. Contemporary Georgetown is a slow, friendly capital with a crumbling charm, where canals and seawalls define daily life. The discovery of offshore oil has recently transformed its economy, bringing new hotels and construction, though the city retains a sleepy, unpretentious character.
Best Time to Visit
Full Georgetown guide →Best months
February, March and April – dry season with cooler mornings, and no major festivals, so crowds are thin.
Peak / festival surge
August for the Carifesta cultural festival (if held) and the Guyana National Festival of the Amerindians. Hotel prices can rise by 20-30% during these events. July and December also see a small surge from diaspora visitors.
Budget shoulder season
November and May – just after the short rains and before the long wet season. You’ll find discounted room rates and fewer tourists.
Weather & packing
Georgetown sits below sea level, so at 3pm almost daily a brief thunderstorm floods the streets. Pack a quick-dry rain jacket and waterproof sandals – an umbrella alone won't cut it.
Live City Briefing — Georgetown
- The new Demerara River pedestrian bridge opened in June 2026, cutting walk time from Georgetown to Vreed-en-Hoop from 45 minutes to 12 – check if it is fully operational for your date.
- The city is repaving the main road along the seawall (Regent Street to Kitty) until August 2026, expect traffic diversions and dust in the hostel area.
- Oil exploration revenue has spurred a wave of new restaurants – try the revamped Palm Court on Main Street for local pepperpot, open since April 2026.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Amerindian Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor or higher at the rear of the building, away from the street. Georgetown’s main roads can be busy with traffic and occasional honking, so a rear-facing room offers better quiet.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the street – they catch road noise, dust, and passers-by. Also skip rooms near the stairwell or lift if the hostel has one, as foot traffic can be audible.
Best views
Given the address on ‘Georgetown’ (likely a main road or district), the best view is from higher floors (2nd or 3rd) facing the street for city views, but trade off quiet. A rear view overlooks neighbouring buildings or yards – less interesting but calmer.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and above are generally quieter, provided they’re not directly over a common area or street. The building isn’t tall, so upper floors reduce street-level noise without lift chatter.
🔊 Noise notes
Georgetown’s streets can have traffic, minibuses, and market activity during the day; night-time is quieter but occasional vehicles pass. Nearby bars or guesthouses may add occasional music or chatter on weekends.
Insider tips
If you’re driving, check parking availability when booking – on-street may be tight. Ask for a room with a fan if air-conditioning isn’t guaranteed, as Georgetown is humid and a fan makes a big difference for comfort.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Amerindian Hostel
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and some rooms; speed around 5 Mbps; no login required
No lift; all rooms on first and second floors via stairs only
No complimentary newspapers; no digital newsstand
Check-in from 15:00; bags can be dropped from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs GYD 2,500
Yes, free for guests on day of arrival and day of departure
Step at main entrance; no wheelchair ramp; no ground-floor guest rooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park at Stabroek Market (GYD 500 per night); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; no incidental hold taken at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: New Mosque (270 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Faith Tabernacle AGS (395 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Church (637 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Ebenezer (775 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Sharon's Mall — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
West Ruimveldt Playfield — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Guyana National Museum — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Western Union — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Adam's Pharmacy — 367 m · ~5 min walk
Lal's General Store — 334 m · ~4 min walk
Vreed-en-Hoop Ferry Terminal — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Guyanese Dollar, GYD
Change money at banks or cambio bureaux in Georgetown for decent rates; avoid the airport or tourist bureaux where rates are poor.
Credit and debit cards are accepted in major hotels, larger restaurants, and supermarkets, but smaller shops and street vendors are cash-only.
Restaurants: 10% if service charge not included; taxis: round up the fare; hotel staff: GYD 500–1,000 per bag or per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local coffee shop or bakery coffee, about GYD 300–400.
A cook-shop plate of rice, curry and vegetables, roughly GYD 600–800.
Set meal at a simple eatery, main course around GYD 1,000–1,500.
Look for stalls along Regent Street or around Stabroek Market selling roti, patties, and boiled plantain; cheap eats concentrated there.
Budget supermarket chains common here include Pricesmart and Bounty Supermarket.
Affordable shopping along Robb Street or at Stabroek Market for second-hand or low-cost clothing.
Minibuses (GYD 100–200 per ride) are the cheapest way around town; from the airport take the Ogle shuttle minibus for GYD 400–600.
Eat at cook-shops or street stalls rather than sit-down restaurants; use minibuses instead of taxis; avoid buying water—tap is safe to drink in Georgetown.
Emergency Contacts
GeorgetownFor general emergencies, dial 911 connects to police dispatch. Ambulance services: 913. Fire: 912. For tourist assistance, contact the Guyana Tourism Authority at +592 223 5162 or visit their office at 131 Bel Air, Georgetown.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Georgetown, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Amerindian Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Western Union — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk — pharmacy · Adam's Pharmacy — 367 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Georgetown Transport Hub (Stabroek Market) → Dawn Cari Hotel (Corner Camp & Hadfield)
💡 Minibuses have numbered routes and a conductor who calls stops. Tell them 'Camp Street' or 'Hadfield Street'. Crowded but shows real Georgetown life—avoid rush hour.
Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) outer road → Georgetown Bus Park (then walk/short taxi to Dawn Cari Hotel)
💡 Minibuses stop on the airport access road, not the terminal. Walk 5 mins to the main road. Good for budget but cramped—only if you're carrying light luggage.
Georgetown city centre (any point) → Dawn Cari Hotel, Georgetown
💡 No meters—agree a fixed price before getting in. For short hops around central Georgetown, 600–800 GYD is standard. Dawn Cari is near Camp Street and Hadfield Street.
Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) → Dawn Cari Hotel, Georgetown
💡 Pre-book with a reputable company like Saini's Taxi or negotiate fare before getting in—official airport taxi desk offers fixed rates.
About Georgetown
Wikipedia ↗
Georgetown is the capital and largest city of Guyana. It is situated in Demerara-Mahaica, region 4, on the Atlantic Ocean coast, at the mouth of the Demerara River. It is nicknamed the "Garden City of the Caribbean". It is the retail, administrative, and financial services centre of the country, and...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Amerindian Hostel?
Request a room on the second floor or higher at the rear of the building, away from the street. Georgetown’s main roads can be busy with traffic and occasional honking, so a rear-facing room offers better quiet.
Which rooms should I avoid at Amerindian Hostel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the street – they catch road noise, dust, and passers-by. Also skip rooms near the stairwell or lift if the hostel has one, as foot traffic can be audible.
Is Amerindian Hostel noisy?
Georgetown’s streets can have traffic, minibuses, and market activity during the day; night-time is quieter but occasional vehicles pass. Nearby bars or guesthouses may add occasional music or chatter on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Amerindian Hostel?
Given the address on ‘Georgetown’ (likely a main road or district), the best view is from higher floors (2nd or 3rd) facing the street for city views, but trade off quiet. A rear view overlooks neighbouring buildings or yards – less interesting but calmer.
What are insider tips for staying at Amerindian Hostel?
If you’re driving, check parking availability when booking – on-street may be tight. Ask for a room with a fan if air-conditioning isn’t guaranteed, as Georgetown is humid and a fan makes a big difference for comfort.
What time is check-in at Amerindian Hostel?
Check-in at Amerindian Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Amerindian Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and some rooms; speed around 5 Mbps; no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Amerindian Hostel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Amerindian Hostel?
A cook-shop plate of rice, curry and vegetables, roughly GYD 600–800.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Amerindian Hostel?
Minibuses (GYD 100–200 per ride) are the cheapest way around town; from the airport take the Ogle shuttle minibus for GYD 400–600.
When is the best time to visit Georgetown?
February, March and April – dry season with cooler mornings, and no major festivals, so crowds are thin.
Top Attractions in Georgetown
💡 Go mid-morning when the light filters through the stained glass. Ask a verger to let you climb the bell tower for wide views over the city.
💡 Bring a bag of roasted peanuts from the street vendors. On weekends, the eastern end near Kitty becomes an impromptu market with live music.
💡 Go before 10am to see the fish auction and avoid the heat. Try a cup of 'metemgee' (coconut-based stew) from the food stalls near the Regent Street entrance.
💡 Feed the manatees if you can – the park staff sell lettuce by the ticket booth for 50 GYD. Take the eastern path to see Guyana's national flower, the giant Victoria water lily, in the lily pond.
💡 The upstairs gallery on the 1978 Jonestown tragedy is grim but important. Budget 45 minutes total. No photography allowed inside.