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The Cardiff Hotel & Spa

4.5 star property
Runaway Bay beach resort with spa and free beach shuttle

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Escape to The Cardiff Hotel & Spa, where the warm sand of the white beach and lush garden await. Treat yourself to a rejuvenating spa treatment or bask in the sun on the outdoor pool deck. With in-room WiFi, Isabella's restaurant serves local cuisine for every meal.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Gym
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Fitness center
  • Steam room
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is CNY852
CNY952 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10

Why we love this property

Spa sanctuary
The spa offers revitalizing facials and massages in dedicated rooms. A steam room, fitness space, and garden complete this peaceful wellness haven.
Luxury garden escape
This resort's luxurious garden creates an oasis of tranquility amid elegant surroundings. Natural beauty combines with upscale charm for a scenic retreat.
Breakfast and beyond
A resort restaurant dishes up local and international cuisine. The free, full breakfast satisfies morning cravings, and a bar awaits for evening libations.

Room options

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
8 Riketts Ave., Runaway Bay, Saint Ann

What's nearby

  • Runaway Bay Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Flavours Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cardiff Hall Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Ocean View Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Dunn's River Falls - 29 min drive - 23.7 km

Getting around

  • Ocho Rios (OCJ-Ian Fleming Intl.) - 49 min drive
  • Sir Donald Sangster Intl. Airport (MBJ) - 72 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jasmin - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Orquídea Buffet - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Las Olas - Rodizio - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lobby Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Garden Grill - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa is a great choice for your beach stay in Runaway Bay. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps, and mani/pedis. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and Isabella's serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious resort include a fitness center, a steam room, and a beach shuttle. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 56 units
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
DONE

Offsite

    • Free beach shuttle
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Free beach shuttle

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free beach shuttle

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

Dining

Isabella's - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Onsite venue #2 - bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Globe, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 12 2025 to December 8 2025 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 13 2025 to December 8 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Meeting facilities
The property will be renovating from November 11 2025 to December 12 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Guestrooms
During renovations, the resort will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Cardiff Hotel Runaway Bay
Cardiff Runaway Bay
Cardiff Hotel
The Cardiff Hotel Spa
The Cardiff Hotel & Spa Resort
The Cardiff Hotel & Spa Runaway Bay
The Cardiff Hotel & Spa Resort Runaway Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cardiff Hotel & Spa currently open?

This property is closed from November 12 2025 to December 8 2025 (dates subject to change). The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 13 2025 to December 8 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Meeting facilities

Is there a pool at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Cardiff Hotel & Spa?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa and nearby?

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa has a spa and an outdoor pool, as well as a steam room and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Cardiff Hotel & Spa?

Yes, Isabella's offers local and international cuisine.

Does The Cardiff Hotel & Spa have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.

What's the area around The Cardiff Hotel & Spa like?

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa is a short 11-minute walk from Runaway Bay Beach and 20 minutes' walk from Cardiff Hall Beach.

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