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The Cardiff Hotel & Spa

4.5 star property
Stylish beach retreat with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Front of property - evening/night
Lobby sitting area
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
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

  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa
Vichy shower

Spa

The on-site spa has a variety of ways to help you relax. The resort's spa offers massages as well as treatments such as body scrubs, body wraps, facials, and manicures/pedicures. Other on-site facilities include a steam room.

Spa

Room options

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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
Hair dryer
  • 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)

Highlights

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

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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
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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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
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Runaway Bay is home to The Cardiff Hotel & Spa. Seville Great House and Maima Seville Great House & Heritage Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Jamaica Beaches and Runaway Bay Beach.
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Map
8 Riketts Ave., Runaway Bay, Saint Ann

What's nearby

  • Runaway Bay Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Flavours Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ocean View Beach - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Cardiff Hall Beach - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Salem Beach - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Sir Donald Sangster Intl. Airport (MBJ) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jasmin - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Orquídea Buffet - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lobby Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Las Olas - Rodizio - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mikado Japanese Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa

Luxury eco-certified resort near Jamaica Beaches
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach and a free beach shuttle. Treat yourself to a facial, a massage, or a body wrap at the onsite spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Isabella's, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby
  • Free newspapers, a banquet hall, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 56 rooms have comforts such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, daily housekeeping, and desks

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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Isabella's

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before noon

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is 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

Does The Cardiff Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Cardiff Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa?

Check-out is at noon.

Does The Cardiff Hotel & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Cardiff Hotel & Spa located?

Situated in Runaway Bay, this luxury resort is within a 15-minute walk of Runaway Bay Beach and Flavours Beach. Ocean View Beach and Cardiff Hall Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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The Cardiff Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 264 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 264 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 264 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 264 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 264 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rodrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff, accommodation and food were world class.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tanketa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very warm and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlene Hayward and Astley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service. Staff members were very professional. Excellent housekeeping. Ice cold AC, pretty nice view.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Very clean. Food is delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in close proximity to the beach. It provided a family atmosphere this was ver
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Easton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice getaway, suitable prices and convenience of spa.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay here.. the food was amazing and the staff was very accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything. The only thing missing was nightly entertainment.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Annett Ann Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was delicious, the staff was very friendly but the room wasn’t soundproof, I could hear the neighbors talking on their phones while I was locked up in my room. Overall I enjoyed my time there. I like the outdoor dining setup also they have a garden with vegetables which I visited daily only wish there was water to water the plants. I have a garden of my own so when I see a garden I always check it out . I love the outdoors. I also eat a lot of mango from a tree near my room.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice and convenient place to stay. The food was good, portions were satisfactory, and staff was helpful, especially Vladimir.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great stay but needs update!!

The hotel staff are extremely friendly and helpful. The hotel decor is clean but really needs updating. The are wonderfully natural, with a variety of fruit trees and plants. Food was really good and authentically Jamaican. Would stay again, but the decor and furnishings need updating
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The menu was limited no seafood available
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sashawna

Liked: Cleanliness
Nothing unique just small upgrades since I was last there
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Denese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel staff was very courteous and friendly. Love, Love breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Janel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
took a long time for our food to arrive during meal times
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rackell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was actually our 2nd stay and we loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orville O

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are a traveler/vacationer who needs to take pictures of your room and enjoy luxurious facilities, then cardif hotel and spa is not for you! If however, you enjoy and value authentic interactions with seasoned hospitality staff as well as those that are in training then this is the place for you! The staff are wonderful! They catered to us like a community caters to it's returning residents. Brreakfast was of the kind and quality, that even after checking out, we returned the following morning as a walking customer for take out! Overall i enjoyed the atmosphere and ambiance of the space and will definately be staying there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was huge and clean However bathroom very old and dated
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful gardens and friendly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
All was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kingsley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vladimir at the desk was great. Our staff interaction was great as well
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jewel

Excellent food ! Amazing staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

DENVER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and high school trainees; ocean view; easy check in and out; relaxing atmosphere; local breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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