The Cardiff Hotel & Spa

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Luxury
4.5 star property
8.4

Very good

Luxury resort

Take advantage of free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace and a garden at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a nearby private beach and a free beach shuttle. Treat yourself to a facial, a body treatment or a massage at the on-site 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.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov

Room options

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View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with two beds, a small balcony with a table and chairs, and a view of the landscape.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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A room with a desk, chair, TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a small balcony with a table and chairs, and a view of the landscape.

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 area

Located in Runaway Bay, The Cardiff Hotel & Spa is near a private beach. Reggae Xplosion Museum and Bob Marley Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Seville Great House and Maima Seville Great House & Heritage Park. Jamaican Bobsled Rollercoaster and Shaw Park Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Visit our Runaway Bay travel guide
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8 Riketts Ave., Runaway Bay, Saint Ann

What's nearby

  • A beach with clear turquoise water, a thatched-roof hut, and a large resort building in the background.
    Runaway Bay Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A beach with a lifeguard tower, thatched umbrellas, and a calm sea.
    Ocean View Beach
    5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • A waterfall in a forested area with people enjoying the water.
    Dunn's River Falls
    49 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Flavours Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cardiff Hall Beach
    5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Montego Bay (MBJ-Sir Donald Sangster Intl.)
    73 min drive

Restaurants

  • KFC
    14 min drive
  • Ultimate Jerk Centre & Rest Stop
    9 min drive
  • Don Pablo Lounge
    6 min drive
  • picasso
    7 min drive
  • Coconut Tree Restaurant & Bar
    10 min drive

About this property

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa

  • Luxury resort
  • Take advantage of free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace and a garden at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a nearby private beach and a free beach shuttle. Treat yourself to a facial, a body treatment or a massage at the on-site 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 such as:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Free self-parking
    • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage and a banquet hall
    • A porter/bellboy, a TV in reception and a gift shop
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 56 rooms offer comforts such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
    • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Mini fridges, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Globe. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Cardiff Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa?

As of 26 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa on 26 Nov 2026 start from AU$176, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of JMD 9600.00 (subject to availability).

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

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for JMD 9600.00 (subject to availability).

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

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Cardiff Hotel & Spa located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Runaway Bay resort is within a 15-minute walk of Runaway Bay Beach and Flavours Beach. Cardiff Hall Beach and Ocean View Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 380 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 380 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 380 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 380 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 380 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff, amazing views, and delicious food
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great breakfast. Pleasant friendly staff. Spa was great at a good price
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Helpful staff, clean hotel. Nice food and large protions
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were friendly and breakfast very good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a pleasure to stay at the hotel , the food and staff were great , I can recommend it to my friends
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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food was excellent, staff very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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The room was clean and the staff was very attentive and professional. The bar and bar staff was great and the wi-fi worked all the time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was very clean, and the staff was super attentive and nice. This is my family's first time in Jamaica, and we felt, based on this resort, that the service is better in Jamaica than in America.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great service as usual. Excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was always great. The staff were helpful and friendly. Was not bitten by mosquitoes.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay will return. Nice views
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My stay at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa in Runaway Bay is a true gem. The staff was warm and attentive, making me feel welcome. Rooms are spacious, clean, and comfortable, with reliable amenities. The property was beautiful with some amazing views. We did not go into the pool, but I visited the beach and had a wonderful time in the water. We had breakfast at the well‑kept dining area, and it was so, so delicious; the food was 10/10. Overall, it’s a peaceful retreat with excellent service and great value. Highly recommended. 10/10 Excellent stay! They will surely see me again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was excellent and provided a lot of options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff were great, room clean overall great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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Cardiff's ambience was tranquille and relaxing. The food portions were ample and delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Clean room, and breakfast was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

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The room was nice and breakfast was good. Didn’t use most of the amenities, but I did go to the beach every day I was there. There is supposed to be a shuttle, however it was mostly unavailable. I walked to and from the beach most of my stay which was about 20 mins each way. On one occasion I called for pick up about a hour ahead of time and asked if the driver could pick me up. I was told “I hope so.” The private beach itself is just “okay.” If you’re looking to do any beach activities, this isn’t the hotel for you as they don’t offer any. The bar isn’t really stocked and there’s no bar tender but they do have beer. Overall, I liked the hotel and the unavailability of the beach shuttle was my only complaint.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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This is our second time at the Cardiff and I returned because of the amazing property, service levels and staff that we experienced. They did not disappoint second time around as well and we will definitely be back. Great job Cardiff Team!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I stay there with my two kids during spring break in March. The staff was excellent. The food was excellent. I will return again.. shout out to the staff at the check-in desk.
The view from my room was spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was pleasant and welcoming. The buffet breakfast was great, the Jamaican breakfast was excellent! Room was clean and balcony view very nice to have lunch on the patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Great views but Property needs renovation. At night, the dogs, the vehicles, and the goat noises woke me up at 2-7am+. Ants and other insects inside the units, roach was in my cousin's unit. Cat poop was on the stairs near the pool. Breakfast was good but dinner was lacking. The fish was frozen battered pieces. Never expected nor ever received frozen battered fish in JA. Rice n peas was very good. Helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast menu was beautiful. You had lots of choices between Canadian food to their Jamaican dish every day air-conditioning kept us cool all day. Staff were wonderful very pleasant. Very kind knowledgable what I stay there again yes 100% good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Affordable and nice place to be. You get your money's eorth and the staff and trainees are usually friendly and helpful. The food is delicious. However, dining can take longer than usual, especially if it's a la cart service. The Kitchen needs to do better with the time frame for serving meals.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Yes the breakfast was always fresh, mostly local and very tasty. AC worked perfectly. Room was nice and cool.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Spacious clean air conditioned room. Buffet breakfast was delicious. Friendly and helpful staff. Grounds of the property were clean and perfectly maintained. Free shuttle to the private beach. Ambience at dinner in the evenings was superb 👌.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026