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The Cardiff Hotel & Spa

4.5 star property
Travelers find their island rhythm at this beachfront retreat where spa treatments complement poolside lounging with views of white sand and lush gardens

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The Cardiff Hotel & Spa balances relaxation and island energy. Guests enjoy spa treatments and sunshine on the pool deck while staying connected with in-room WiFi. Isabella's restaurant completes the experience with local cuisine served all day.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
13 June - 14 June

Room options

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, 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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, 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
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Runaway Bay, The Cardiff Hotel & Spa is near a private beach. Seville Great House and Maima Seville Great House & Heritage Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Runaway Bay Beach and Flavours Beach. Visit our Runaway Bay travel guide
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8 Riketts Ave., Runaway Bay, Saint Ann

What's nearby

  • Caribbean, Jamaica, Runaway Bay, View of a hotel from a sandy beach
    Runaway Bay Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • View of Runaway Bay beach (Jamaica).
    Ocean View Beach
    5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Dunn's River Falls
    Dunn's River Falls
    48 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

  • Las Olas - Rodizio
    7 min drive
  • Sharkie's
    5 min drive
  • Stush in the Bush
    25 min drive
  • KFC
    14 min drive
  • The Jasmin
    7 min drive

About this property

The Cardiff Hotel & Spa

  • Luxury resort near Runaway Bay Beach
  • 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 manicure/pedicure, a body scrub or a body treatment 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), wedding services and massage treatment rooms
    • Luggage storage, a banquet hall and meeting rooms
    • 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 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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Isabella's

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • 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
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Direct access to a private beach
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: JMD 9600.00
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: JMD 9600.00

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

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: JMD 9600.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: JMD 9600.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 any lifts
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

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 12 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cardiff Hotel & Spa on 13 June 2026 start from AU$189, 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. Ocean View Beach and Cardiff Hall 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

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 338 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 338 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 338 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 338 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 338 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ii gave this property a 4.5 stars because the cable and the phone was out the whole time I was there and apparently had been out since Hurricane Melissa.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Roxann

Practical. Useful for getaway work
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracey-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay will return. Nice views
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it here and it felt like a home away from home. Hospitality was a 10/10.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast and service from all staff was very exceptional! We hope to make another trip and we hope to make The Cardiff Hotel & Spa our home away from home again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tamara

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
We spent 1 night and I believe staying here was value for your money as bfast was included. there was one issue which I highlighted to the Team. The workers (students) were all very helpful. The breakfast was awesome. The space was quiet and and very well kept.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food portion sizes are amazing. Rooms cleaned daily. Staff are welcoming and well mannered.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Carleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast menu. Polite and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shaneik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was a mazing! Nothing bad to say
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
yes
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great setting and view. Rooms and facility old but relatively clean. Breakfast was great but dinner was pretty bad. Would definitely return but not eat dinner on site.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lovetta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cardiff was excellent to me. the food was great the customer service was out if this world excellent. No where in Jamaica have i gotten such great customer service. i enjoyed my stay and planning to do it again in december when i visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Romaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast was good, the room needs a bit of “updating”. The television in my room didn’t work, the wifi barely stayed connected
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cardiff's ambience was tranquille and relaxing. The food portions were ample and delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food is usually delicious. Rooms are decent size, clean and sufficient AC. Only issue I had this time was the toilet being lazy to flush. Had to flush a few times and I forgot to report it.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

keisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Padmoutie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deneille N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this property, breakfast and bar staff was great. I came in a bit early but check in was smooth. Very close to the beach. I stayed one night with my husband and my toddler. My toddler enjoyed the swing, the fish, the views and he loved the peacock. My partner and I enjoyed the outside seating and the garden. Btw for a small hotel I loved the amenities and the complimentary drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

4/10 Poor

Latiene

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was the worst experience. I got food poisoning from the breakfast parti. The room was located right out side of the main road so it was LOUD! The censor in the bathroom kept going out. If you could afford to, stay somewhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hopeton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not use the pool or spa.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026