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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

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

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

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is CNY813
CNY908 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18

Why we love this property

Work and play paradise
This resort balances business needs with luxurious downtime. A full business center supports productivity, while the spa offers massages and body treatments.
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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • Sea view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sea 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 - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Flavours Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cardiff Hall Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Ocean View Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Dunn's River Falls - 31 min drive - 26.3 km

Getting around

  • Ocho Rios (OCJ-Ian Fleming Intl.) - 57 min drive
  • Sir Donald Sangster Intl. Airport (MBJ) - 73 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharkie's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stush in the Bush - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ultimate Jerk Centre & Rest Stop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Smokehouse @Grizzly Plantation - ‬12 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
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
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Offsite

    • Free beach shuttle
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Private beach access

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • 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 public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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

  • Mini-fridge
  • 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
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of JMD 9600.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of JMD 9600.00 (subject to availability)

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.

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

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 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: anytime. There's a charge of JMD 9600.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of JMD 9600.00 (subject to availability).

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 12-minute walk from Runaway Bay Beach and 13 minutes' walk from Flavours Beach.

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Reviews

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as plentiful, good, great, excellent, and delicious with a variety of options. (22 reviews)
  • The spa service, including massages and facials, was great and highly enjoyable. (3 reviews)
  • The property's private beach was a highlight, offering a beautiful view and a lovely spot to relax. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff were great, room clean overall great place to stay.
Luke, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room, and breakfast was great.
Evett, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The Cardiff Hotel was built on a hillside away from the main road. I started every morning was started with an amazing breakfast.
Michele, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Food was good. Rooms were great. Place awesome vibe.
Andrea, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Secluded, safe and quiet
Aikens, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Really surpassed my expectations. The breakfast easily rivaled any all inclusive resort in terms of variety. I would recommend this place to anyone who is looking for a quiet getaway.
Sanya, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Overall the staff was good, with a few stand outs being great. However, my stay was not entirely pleasant, TV did not work and was not fixed as promised. Even though there is an abundance of workers, most didn't seem to know what was going on. Breakfast was good and the grounds are kept but that too causes you to endure excessive noise ALL day long! Also housekeepers are intrusive and rude, one lady was really nice. I would not stay here again or recommend anyone else do so.
Owen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Courteousnesses, helpfulness and kindness
Gloria, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean. However a palm tree was growing in front of the patio
Wilford, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The room was clean. and very quiet.air conditioner was working great.staff friendly courteous.breakfast good and variety to choose from
Andrene, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Nice getaway, suitable prices and convenience of spa.
Easton, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I enjoyed my stay . The pastry and food were tasty and made with love.. Friendly pleasant staff, very helpful and polite. My room was clean, comfortable bed . Will definitely return.
Claudette A, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Had a wonderful stay here.. the food was amazing and the staff was very accommodating and friendly.
Susan, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent characterful hotel with lovely gardens and dining facilities, and plenty of helpful staff. A refreshing change from the formulaic modern hotels that dominate the market.
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

.My experience was a great one as I was able to do what I wanted comfortably. As a lover of nature I felt relaxed as I walked, lounged and just lavished in the beauty of landscaped palm tree etc. relaxing in the gazebo or just catching up with the staff. The view was breathtaking and I would definitely visit again
Kathy-Ann, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff.
Janet, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The property is in close proximity to the beach. It provided a family atmosphere this was ver
Crystal lee, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

This is a nice and convenient place to stay. The food was good, portions were satisfactory, and staff was helpful, especially Vladimir.
Melton, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely beautiful gardens and friendly helpful staff
Anne, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The hotel staff was very courteous and friendly. Love, Love breakfast.
Denese, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very pleasant
Jayson, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent food ! Amazing staff
Jewel, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very helpful and courteous. Loved the accommodations and the breakfasts were delicious. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
Theresa, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Excellent location to mambee area and ocho Rios, property verry clean.
Lunette, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Dinner and breakfast was great
Eddie, 1-night trip